Episode
Game Theory: Why Mario Kart 8 is Mario's DEADLIEST Game!
14:44
Published: Fri Apr 07 2023
Description
I've done PLENTY of dark theories on the Mario franchise, from Super Mario being a sociopath to Princess Peach being the dead mother of Rosalina and beyond. But today, I've uncovered the most dangerous game in the Mario canon -- Mario Kart! Mario Kart 8! Well, specifically Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. I did the math, and the devastation those fun little Mario Karts deliver is something to truly fear. So hop in and buckle your seatbelts, because this is going to be one crazy Mario Kart adventure!
Chapters
Game Theory's host analyzes the physics of Mario Kart 8 and concludes that the game may be the most violent Mario game ever.
00:00 - 01:37 (01:37)
Summary
Game Theory's host analyzes the physics of Mario Kart 8 and concludes that the game may be the most violent Mario game ever. He discusses how these carts are more like death machines that offer no helmets or seatbelts.
EpisodeGame Theory: Why Mario Kart 8 is Mario's DEADLIEST Game!
PodcastGame Theory
The popular video game, Mario Kart, depicts fun, cutesy animations, but the reality of driving a kart at high speeds is far from it.
01:37 - 11:28 (09:51)
Summary
The popular video game, Mario Kart, depicts fun, cutesy animations, but the reality of driving a kart at high speeds is far from it. In fact, racing carts can reach speeds up to 124 miles per hour and hitting objects in the game can result in forces up to 2,000 times the force of Earth's gravity.
EpisodeGame Theory: Why Mario Kart 8 is Mario's DEADLIEST Game!
PodcastGame Theory
This transcript explores the physics behind Mario Kart, including the consequences of crashes at high speeds and the impact of items such as banana peels, shells, and bombs.
11:28 - 14:41 (03:12)
Summary
This transcript explores the physics behind Mario Kart, including the consequences of crashes at high speeds and the impact of items such as banana peels, shells, and bombs.