Mario Kart Wii to feature stunts and 12-player online multiplayer racing

Mario Kart DS features up to 4-player online racingAt the Nintendo Fall Press Conference 2007 in Japan, the company’s President Satoru Iwata said that the online multiplayer in Mario Kart Wii will be three times bigger than in Mario Kart DS by allowing 12 online racers to compete, and hinting at a more streamlined matchmaking process.

A gameplay presentation was given for new features in Mario Kart Wii that’s set for release in spring 2008. Mario and company can now hitch a ride on some speedy bikes and flip out with stunts in their karts!