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Best Kart Combos For 200cc In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Here are the best Kart combinations for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in 200cc mode.
By Daniel Borjas | 
Page Updated November 8, 2023, 16:33 | First Published July 11, 2023, 05:52
Best Kart Combos For 200cc In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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Many people do not think Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a game with a lot of depth but it surprisingly is. In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, you can customize your kart with different bodies, wheels, and gliders in the game. The character you choose will also affect your performance as well. This will be sorely missed if it is not in Mario Kart 9.

But for now, we have Mario Kart 8, and players are preparing for Wave 5 of DLC that is coming for the game. When it comes to new courses, players are eager to try them out in 200cc, the fastest game mode in Mario Kart 8. But what are the best kart combinations for 200cc in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? We are here to answer that question for you.

What Are The Best Kart Combos For Standard 200cc In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 200cc Kart Combos
Players are preparing to go quickly in 200cc mode with the new Wave 5 DLC in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. (Picture: Nintendo)

Your Kart combinations when it comes to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for 200cc will actually differ when it comes to how you want to play the game. if you are playing the game normally, you will want a different Kart combination compared to someone who is speedrunning. Since 200cc is the fastest speed possible, you will want a combination that focuses on handling.

For that, you will want to use any of the baby characters in Mario Kart 8. Baby Mario with the Biddybuggy Kart, Azure Rollers, and Cloud Glider is the way to go. If you are feeling a bit more confident, a standard Link with the Teddy Buggy, Azure Rollers, and Paper Glider will work nicely as well.

What Are The Best Kart Combos For Speedrunning 200cc In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

MK8 200cc Kart Combos
Players will need to adjust their Kart Combinations for different modes of gameplay in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. (Picture: Nintendo)

Speedrunning, or getting the fastest time possible, is for those who are very confident in their Mario Kart 8 skills. You will definitely want to use different combos for this type of gameplay as you will want to be as fast as possible to get the best time. Typically, it seems like medium-weight characters are best for this type of gameplay.

Luigi seems to be a very popular character in the 200cc category. Use Luigi with the Inkstriker, Crimson Slim wheels, and Paper Glider for maximum speed and handling. The Inkstriker seems to be a common Kart to use in speedrunning in the 200cc category. Yoshi with the Mr. Scooty, Roller Wheels, and Paper Glider is also quite popular as well.

Daniel Borjas

Written by Daniel Borjas

Daniel is a former freelancer for CBR.com and Game Rant where he wrote on a variety of different topics. Daniel also freelanced with Esportz Network where he primarily focused on Smash Ultimate news esports news.  He even worked with Stream.TV where he focused on streaming products. Before Daniel became obsessed with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, he was trying his best to rank up past Diamond in TFT. Although he managed to get over his addiction to games like Fortnite, Pokemon GO, and Overwatch 2, you can often find Daniel playing single-player games like Elden Ring or Pokemon Scarlet. Daniel is open to suggestions on new games to try like Diablo 4, so feel free to drop him an email or message on Twitter to make a suggestion.