Mario Kart 9: 10 Gameplay Features Fans Demand

So far this game mode was only seen in Mario Kart DS which is baffling given its popularity.

It was pretty basic, but given the power of the hardware and the space available, it was pretty remarkable. Just imagine what could be achieved if it was transferred to something as powerful as the Switch, or whatever the next console is.

Tracks, levels, and courses could be built especially and designed for drivers to achieve specific goals; a bit like the battle mode arenas but with a specific goal or purpose.

The bosses add a fun distraction too, typically fought, like in battle mode, but with specific requirements; knock one off the arena or in its weak spot. New bosses could be designed exclusively for the game or bosses from previous Mario games could be used but with a unique take.

This feature was great and it helped expand the game's life cycle, as well as offer an alternative to constant racing.