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5 Best Wii U Arcade Racing Games of All Time

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Best Wii U Arcade Racing Games of All Time

We already published the list of best Wii U games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Wii U arcade racing games of all time.

With amazing titles available, the Wii U definitely has a great library of arcade racing games.

So, if you’re a fan of both the Wii U and arcade racing games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.

And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.

#5. Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed
  • Release Data: Sumo Digital/Sega, 2012
  • Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile

While many will argue that Mario Kart is the superior racing game on the Wii U, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed distinguishes itself with its impressive graphics and tight controls.

Not only that, this game has a bit more weight and realism to the car physics when compared to other kart racers, offering up more opportunities to overtake opponents.

#4. FAST Racing NEO

FAST Racing NEO
  • Release Data: Shin’en, 2015
  • Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic

Fast Racing Neo presents players with a futuristic world that is both graphically impressive and tons of fun to play in.

Players can switch between two different “phases”, changing the color of their vehicle.

And as you travel over specific parts of the track, having your vehicle in the right phase will offer you speed boosts.

#3. Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 1

Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 1
  • Release Data: Nintendo, 2014
  • Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile

If you in anyway enjoyed Mario Kart 8 then there’s no doubt about this: you must own this DLC.

The track design is of the same high standard as the main game and yet it adds in several novel new concepts and characters, which is enough to keep things fresh even beyond the general addition of new content.

#2. Mario Kart 8

Mario Kart 8
  • Release Data: Nintendo, 2014
  • Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile

Just like many racing games, there are single player and multiplayer modes, with players race around new and old tracks in a flurry of color and speed.

Overall, Mario Kart 8 takes everything great about the Mario Kart franchise and makes it better, by offering more customization, more tracks & vehicles, and a plethora of content to get lost in.

#1. Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 2

Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 2
  • Release Data: Nintendo, 2015
  • Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile

While not every new track is memorable, there is a consistent quality here and a few of them represent Mario Kart at its best.

Even this DLC offers courses that are better than some of the standard ones.

Not only that, the visuals are outstanding and the courses are varied and feel challenging without being frustrating.

Overall, it’s definitely worth playing.


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See also: Best 3DS Games & Best Switch Games

Are your favorite games on the list?

Deciding which Wii U arcade racing game is the best is no doubt a never ending topic, but it’s fun to do!

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