Mario Kart 64 N64
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £271.54 | £24.99 | £2,450.00 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £272.43 | £21.50 | £2,450.00 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £33.69 | £24.99 | £45.54 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £30.49 | £24.99 | £43.86 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £30.80 | £24.99 | £43.86 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £49.50 | £24.99 | £198.53 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £290.81 | £24.99 | £2,450.00 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £31.96 | £24.99 | £43.86 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £49.03 | £24.99 | £197.44 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £48.92 | £24.99 | £196.38 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £47.13 | £24.99 | £210.61 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £47.95 | £24.99 | £193.10 | 10 |
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Game History
Mario Kart 64 was developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64 console. It was the second major installment in the Mario Kart franchise and the first 3D entry in the series.
The game was released in Japan on December 14, 1996, in North America on February 10, 1997, and in Europe on June 1997. It arrived relatively early in the N64's lifecycle, helping establish the console's library of multiplayer experiences.
Mario Kart 64 received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its accessibility and multiplayer appeal. However, some reviewers noted technical limitations compared to the arcade Mario Kart games, including reduced draw distances and simplified track designs. The game was a commercial success, selling over 5 million copies worldwide and becoming one of the N64's best-selling titles.
The game is historically significant to collectors today primarily because it represents an important evolution of the franchise and remains one of the most celebrated multiplayer experiences on the N64. Its battle modes, particularly the Balloon Battle variant, became iconic among players of the era. The game's technical achievements in bringing Mario Kart to 3D, while working within the N64's hardware constraints, are viewed as notable accomplishments.
An interesting aspect of the game's development was the decision to use Mode 7-style pseudo-3D effects on the track surfaces in certain areas, blending 2D and 3D techniques to maximize visual fidelity within hardware limitations. The roster featured 16 playable characters from the Mario universe, an impressive number for the time.
Today, Mario Kart 64 cartridges command moderate prices on the secondhand market, with complete-in-box versions fetching premium values. The game's lasting appeal derives from its multiplayer depth, memorable track designs like Luigi's Mansion and Rainbow Road, and its role in defining the N64 social gaming experience. It remains frequently cited as one of the best-loved entries in the Mario Kart series by players who experienced it during its original release period.