Mario Kart Arcade GP DX — What It Is, Specs

What Is Mario Kart Arcade GP DX?

Mario Kart Arcade GP DX is a sit-down kart racing arcade machine made by Bandai Namco in partnership with Nintendo. Released in 2013, it’s the third entry in the Mario Kart Arcade GP series — a separate line of games built specifically for arcades, distinct from the Mario Kart games you’d play at home on a Nintendo console. Players race as Mario, Luigi, Peach, and other familiar characters, but also unlock exclusive Bandai Namco crossover racers like Pac-Man, pulled in from other Namco arcade franchises.

How Is It Different From Home Console Mario Kart?

This is the question most people searching for Mario Kart Arcade GP DX actually want answered. A few key differences:

• It’s arcade-exclusive. You won’t find these tracks, karts, or the Namco crossover characters on any home Nintendo console.
• It uses a camera feature called NAM-CAM, which places a photo of the player’s face onto their in-game character or kart.
• It supports 2-player co-op “Fusion Karts,” where one player drives while the other fires items at opponents — a mode home Mario Kart games don’t have.
• Up to 4 cabinets can be linked together for real multiplayer races on the arcade floor.
• Online play was permanently disabled in December 2016. Bandai Namco pushed a “Final” update to all cabinets that added extra tracks and items but shut off the online connection for good. Every unit sold today runs offline-only — which actually means simpler setup and no ongoing connection fees, but it’s worth knowing if you were expecting online leaderboards.

Key Features

• Over 20 karts and 90+ item types to unlock and use
• 40 total races across original and Namco-crossover courses
• 42″ HD monitor with a colorful, rainbow LED-lit cabinet
• NAM-CAM photo and “Funny Face” avatar features for personalized characters
• 2-player Fusion Kart co-op mode alongside standard solo racing
• Grand Prix and Versus modes
• Linkable up to 4 units for group competition

Specifications

How Much Space Do You Need?

Plan for about 3.5 feet of width and 5.25 feet of depth for a single cabinet, with roughly 8 feet of ceiling clearance. It ships in two pieces — the main cabinet and the seat unit — so check your doorway dimensions for both. It runs on a standard household outlet, no special wiring required. If you’re linking multiple units, plan a row layout with enough width for players to see each other’s screens.

Who Buys Mario Kart Arcade GP DX?

• Arcades and FECs wanting one of the most recognizable, crowd-pulling franchises in gaming
• Bars and family entertainment venues looking for broad, all-ages appeal that draws repeat visits
• Route operators linking multiple cabinets for tournament-style events
• Serious home collectors who want the arcade-exclusive content, courses, and characters you can’t get anywhere else

Why Buy Your Mario Kart Arcade GP DX From Retro Arcade Games

• Inspected and tested before it ever leaves our workshop
• Free, insured shipping to all 50 states
• A real warranty, backed by our own technicians
• A phone number and a real address — not just a listing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mario Kart Arcade GP DX?

It’s a sit-down kart racing arcade machine made by Bandai Namco and licensed by Nintendo, released in 2013 as the third entry in the arcade-exclusive Mario Kart Arcade GP series.

Is Mario Kart Arcade GP DX the same as Mario Kart on Nintendo consoles?

No. It has its own exclusive tracks, karts, and crossover characters from other Bandai Namco games, along with features like the NAM-CAM photo system that home versions don’t have.

Does Mario Kart Arcade GP DX still have online play?

No. Bandai Namco permanently disabled online functionality in December 2016 with a final software update. All units today run offline only.

How many players can race at once?

Each cabinet seats one player, but up to 4 cabinets can be linked together for group races.

How much space does it need?

Plan for about 3.5 feet of width and 5.25 feet of depth per cabinet, plus roughly 8 feet of ceiling clearance.

Does it come with a warranty?

Every machine we sell, including Mario Kart Arcade GP DX, is inspected before shipping and backed by a warranty with direct technician support.

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