Of the 4 control options, they liked the Wiimote/Nunchuck option the best (finding the Wheel causes over-steering at first, but they get used to it).
As stated in the IGN preview, 50cc is Karts, 100cc is Bikes, 150cc is for either.
Also mention of a Mega Mushroom power up.
Mission mode also returns from the DS version.
Friend codes confirmed for online.
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