Mario Kart: Super Circuit Classic
Nintendo DS · Racing
Mario Kart DS
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Nintendo EAD |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mario Kart |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 38 |
Mario Kart DS is a racing game released in 2005 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Nintendogs, Super Mario 64 DS and Super Princess Peach. Among the 59 DS racing games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mario Kart series. The series also appears on other systems with Mario Kart 64 (N64) and Super Mario Kart (SNES). Nintendo EAD also made New Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Animal Crossing: Wild World for the DS.
Mario Kart DS supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
What playing Mario Kart DS is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Mario Kart DS cheats & codes
740 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Rapid Fire | 021595CC
00000000 |
|---|---|
| Ultra Rapid Fire | 021595CC
00000100 |
| No Traffic v2.0 | 020E1F50
00000000 |
| Traffic Jumps When Hit | 220E24A8
00000000 |
| Drive Through Traffic v2.0 | 220E2418
00000000 |
| No Animation Pause On Animated Images | 0209ECB4
E2400001 |
Mario Kart DS walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Mario Kart DS FAQ
When did Mario Kart DS come out on the DS?
Mario Kart DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made Mario Kart DS?
It was developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
Is Mario Kart DS multiplayer?
Yes. Mario Kart DS supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mario Kart DS take to play?
As a racing game, Mario Kart DS typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Mario Kart DS on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.