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While I’ve enjoyed many video games through the course of my life, perhaps my favorite has been the new Mario Kart game for the Nintendo Wii. I can’t seem to put this game down and it’s been a year since I bought it.

If I told you that just about anyone could play this game and pick it up quickly, I wouldn’t be lying. I have a five year old cousin who was able to win a race in the novice mode her first time trying.

I love this video game for so many different reasons. Dating back to the original Mario Kart release in the early 90s, this game stays true to its original form and gives us so many of the elements we’ve grown to love. At the same time, it really masters its integration with the capabilities of the Wii.

Using a wireless wheel, you can literally steer your cart as you would with any regular cart. The challenges are limitless and the accuracy is downright scary.

The boards are fast paced and the tracks are extremely competitive and fun. Perhaps my favorite thing about the game is the online play mode. I find myself playing online more often than any other way, as the game can be a bit less challenging once you beat it.

This allows you to race against up to 11 other racers from all around the world, playing against them and earning points as you win, or losing them as you lose. As you could imagine, the pace is fast and the competition is fierce. I’m also a big fan of the ranking system.

This quickly lets you see how you stack up compared to the many other drivers playing this game. It becomes a constant challenge to see how high you can get your ranking.

This is the best game I’ve ever bought for my Nintendo Wii, and possibly one of the best video games I’ve ever played.

About the author: When I’m not playing this game, I’m writing about bathroom sconce reviews and vanity lights for bathrooms.