The Mario Kart franchise continues to evolve. New kart abilities add to the wild fun that the games are known for. On big jumps, a kart deploys a wing to let it glide over the track shortcut. When underwater, a propeller pops out to help the kart cruise across the sea floor.\nPlayers can show their own style by customizing their vehicles with accessories that give them a competitive advantage. For instance, giant tires help a kart drive off-road, while smaller tires accelerate quickly on paved courses.\nPeople can choose to race as one of their favorite Mushroom Kingdom characters or even as their Mii™ character.\nNew courses take players on wild rides over mountains, on city streets and through a dusty desert. Nintendo fans will recognize new courses on Wuhu Island and in the jungles from Donkey Kong Country™ Returns.\nThe game supports both SpotPass™ and StreetPass™ features.\nPlayers can compete in local wireless matches or online over a broadband Internet connection.