Racing · Console
Mario Kart 8 (Wii U)
The Wii U release of Mario Kart 8, distinct from Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch. Pretendo Network supports its online races.
Original game: Closed
Community project availability is listed separately below.
Community project availability is listed separately below.
Community revivals
Pretendo Network
Open-source replacement servers for Nintendo Network on Wii U and 3DS, licensed under AGPL-3.0. Only part of the original game library is supported. On 2 November 2026 its progress tracker listed Mario Kart 8 at 91%, Super Mario Maker (Wii U) at 68% and Splatoon at 55%.
Source checked Nov 2, 2026 · Published project information, not a gameplay test.
Visit project websiteProject details →How to get started
A modified Wii U or 3DS is required. Follow the setup guide on the Pretendo Network website and check its progress page for supported games.
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