Free Mercedes DLC rolls into Mario Kart 8 later this month

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Following word that the previously Japan-exclusive Mercedes Benz-themed DLC for Mario Kart 8 would be appearing in the West, we now have an official launch date: August 27.

"An Aug. 27 game update to Mario Kart 8 for the Wii U console will deliver a variety of new features for players, including the ability in-game to download three free Mercedes-Benz cars that players can race: the modern Mercedes-Benz GLA, the 300 SL Roadster from the 1950s and the legendary Silver Arrow of the 1930s," reads Nintendo's official statement. As fits the Mushroom Kingdom setting, each of these vehicles can be customized using Mario Kart 8's selection of whimsical automobile parts, though the GLA features its own, unique wheel options.

Additionally, the update will tweak a few annoyances in Mario Kart 8. Online stability will be improved, the leaderboards seen between races will offer more useful information and players will be granted more options when viewing Mario Kart TV replays. Best of all, the update will be available as a free download to anyone with a Wii U and a copy of the game.

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Source: http://www.joystiq.com/2014/08/06/free-mercedes-dlc-rolls-into-mario-kart-8-later-this-month/

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DusknoirPosted:

Wow on the Wii U :( its free DLC and I can't have it lol.

TomPosted:

Looks like a good game but sucks I dont have it. Would love to try this game out.

RSLPosted:

Mario Kart!! My favorite game of all time!

DemonSurferPosted:

Churro- Looks as if Nintendo is resorting to third parties to supplement their income after recent reported losses. Not sure how I feel about this.


Like "forced" advertising on PS4 and XBox One you mean,only better as it's actually usefull ;)

Churro-Posted:

Looks as if Nintendo is resorting to third parties to supplement their income after recent reported losses. Not sure how I feel about this.

KixaPosted:

I wish i had a Wii U looks very fun to be honest.

GossipPosted:

Forza Mario Kart? I like it.

GaryPosted:

I love Mario Kart 8 on my WiiU it is a real blast to play with my friends, can't wait to see these new parts in game.

AR15Posted:

This DLC is actually kind of interesting even though I do not own this game. The cars look great and realistic even in their cartoon form.


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