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Rainbow Road in Mario Kart Wii Spans Across Canada

Jul 18, 2024 6:01 PM

Mario Kart enthusiasts, get ready for a new take on Rainbow Road’s real-world connections. The iconic tracks from Mario Kart Wii and Mario Kart 8 are mapped to simulate their positions over Earth. Mario Kart Wii’s Rainbow Road spans much of Canada and touches parts of Greenland, while Mario Kart 8’s version is centered above the Mediterranean Sea, encompassing areas between Sardinia, Sicily, and Tunisia. Additionally, the Mario Kart Tour version of Wii Rainbow Road places it above Southeast Asia, notably Japan and China. Despite the fun speculation, these locations aren't meant to be accurate, but they do add an exciting layer of imagination for fans. Stay tuned for future updates as Nintendo continues to expand the Mario Kart universe.

Where is Rainbow Road located in Mario Kart Wii?

In Mario Kart Wii, Rainbow Road is depicted as being over Canada, with significant coverage over Quebec and Nunavut, extending to parts of Greenland.

Mario Kart is a long-standing racing series by Nintendo, first introduced in 1992. It has grown to be one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises, spanning multiple consoles and attracting a wide audience of gamers. With its fun, competitive gameplay and memorable tracks, it continues to be a staple for both casual and hardcore gamers alike. The upcoming release of new content or a new installment in the series is highly anticipated by fans worldwide.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-07-18 20:30:03
It’s pretty cool to see Rainbow Road mapped out in the real world, adding a fresh twist to one of Mario Kart's most iconic tracks. Even if it's just fun speculation, imagining racing over Quebec to Greenland or the Mediterranean makes the classic game feel even more magical.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-07-18 20:12:02
Mapping Rainbow Road onto real-world locations is such a whimsical idea; it's like combining fantasy with a touch of geography. It just goes to show how creative and immersive Mario Kart continues to be, keeping fans intrigued with each update.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-07-18 20:06:03
It's super cool to see the creative twists Nintendo keeps coming up with for Rainbow Road Mapping these tracks over real-world locations adds a fun and imaginative layer for all the kart racing fans out there.
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