Huge Mario Kart 8 feature update and patch coming on August 27th

Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart 8 will be receiving a huge feature update later this month alongside the Mercedes DLC. So far the update has only been confirmed for Japan on August 27th but it makes sense that all regions would receive the update at the same time.

The update will add a map display to the TV screen, a long requested and missing feature of the game. The three Mercedes DLC cars, the GLA, W25 Silver Arrow and 300 SL Roadster will also make their arrival.

Stat fans are in for a treat with a new Records screen coming, it will list the total coins you’ve collected, online win-loss record, character selection rates and much more.

More changes include ‘Next Race’ being the default menu selection following a Grand Prix race. You can store your last used Kart customisation and also now edit other players Mario Kart TV highlights for yourself.

And it wouldn’t be a patch from Nintendo (or anyone) without some sweet sweet stability. Unfortunately a competent battle mode is still nowhere to be seen.

What do you think of these updates, which new feature sounds the best and have you been desperately wanting any of them? Let us know in the comments below.

Complete changelog:

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• Adds the ability to access the in-game shop and download three free Mercedes-Benz cars: Mercedes-Benz GLA, 300 SL Roadster, and Silver Arrow
• Adds the ability to display the course map on the TV screen during races
• Adds “Play Stats” option to the main menu, allowing users to see gameplay statistics such as total number of coins collected, win-loss record in online play, and more
• Adds the ability to change options of others’ Mario Kart TV downloaded highlight reels, such as changing the focus to a new character or event
• Changes the default menu option after each race to “Next Race”, followed by “Watch Highlight Reel”
• Improves the vehicle selection process and saves the most recent vehicle customisation settings that were selected, even if the Wii U console is powered down between play sessions
• Improves stability of connection in online play to enhance the user experience
• Increases the maximum attainable Player Rating and Battle Rating from 9999 to 99999
• Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment

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