It's time to get your kart ready to race across the dusty desert course! The competition will be tough, but your kart's got giant tires so you can expertly careen through the off-road track. Racing takes strategy, customization and, of course, skill - and you have everything you need to win the race to become a champion of Mushroom Kingdom.

The race is on and the excitement of Mario Kart is back - now in stunning 3D - on your Nintendo 3DS. Reach new heights as your kart soars over track shortcuts with a special wing and plunges into the sea with a propeller. Customize your vehicle with accessories to suit the track, whether it be big tires for off-road tracks or small tires for city courses. Race as your Mii or one of your favorite Mushroom Kingdom characters, and take on exciting courses over a mountain road, through city streets, across a dusty desert, around new courses on Wuhu Island, and in the jungles from the game Donkey Kong Country Returns. Compete with your friends or other players around the world with up to eight racers for fierce competition. The race is on.

The best part of the Mario Kart 7 game is getting the chance to race with your friends. With classic local and online play—plus exciting new features that let you join communities, view leaderboards, and make new friends to race with across the globe-it's by far the most social Mario Kart experience ever. Put your skills to the test and become a part of the Mario Kart 7 racing community!

Customize your very own kart from the ground up for each race. Express your personal style and racing preferences with a range of chassis, tires, and gliders. Bulk up with monster wheels for battle mode, or opt for slim and sleek parts to zip through Grand Prix mode-the choice is yours. As you move up in the Grand Prix, you'll unlock new kart parts.

Every race has an array of devastating items within your reach. Blast your opponents with Koopa shells, use Mushrooms for a speedy boost, and discover all-new items that will give you an edge on these tricked out tracks.

The whole Mushroom Kingdom gang is back and ready to race for glory. Along with famous and familiar favorites, you'll find some surprising new faces this time around.