Mario Kart 8 Timeline ( Real )

announcement
June 11, 2013

Announcement of Mario Kart 8

Nintendo officially announced Mario Kart 8 for the Wii U during E3 2013, revealing gameplay footage and features.

release
May 29, 2014

Release of Mario Kart 8

Mario Kart 8 was released worldwide for the Nintendo Wii U, becoming a major hit and one of the best-selling games on the platform.

announcement
January 13, 2017

Release of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe announcement

Nintendo announced Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for the Nintendo Switch, an enhanced port of the original game with additional content and features.

release
April 28, 2017

Release of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was released alongside the Nintendo Switch console, quickly becoming one of the system’s flagship titles.

Mario Kart 8 Timeline ( Fictional )

technology
Year 0 AG (After Gravity)

Invention of Anti-Gravity Technology

The discovery and implementation of anti-gravity technology revolutionizes racing, allowing karts to drive on walls and ceilings.

event
Year 5 AG

First Official Mario Kart 8 Race

The inaugural race of Mario Kart 8 is held, showcasing new features like anti-gravity racing and introducing new tracks and characters.

event
Year 6 AG

Introduction of New Characters to the Racing Circuit

Several new characters, including the likes of Inkling Boy and Inkling Girl, join the racing circuit, expanding the competitive field.

event
Year 7 AG

Grand Prix Championship

The grand championship race is held, featuring all the tracks and new gameplay modes unique to Mario Kart 8.

technology
Year 8 AG

Integration of Gliding and Underwater Racing

Mario Kart 8 integrates gliding and underwater racing segments into various tracks, adding new dimensions to races.