New Characters in Wave 5 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

The new characters in Wave 5 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe are Kamek, Birdo, Petey Piranha, and Wiggler, adding to the diverse roster of playable characters in the game. These characters bring unique weights and abilities to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe experience, with Kamek and Birdo falling into the medium weight class, and Petey Piranha and Wiggler into the heavy weight class.

Understanding the New Characters

Character Profiles

• Kamek: Known for his role as a high-ranking Koopa Troopa and Bowser’s advisor, Kamek now joins the racing scene, offering a new playstyle for fans.
• Birdo: Originally introduced in Super Mario Bros. 2, Birdo brings a unique blend of speed and handling, given his medium weight class.
• Petey Piranha: As a heavy character, Petey Piranha offers high speed but may lack in acceleration and handling, making him a challenging yet rewarding character to master.
• Wiggler: Also in the heavy weight class, Wiggler provides another option for players who prefer the heavier characters, potentially offering a high-speed experience with careful control.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who are the characters in Wave 5 of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

• The characters included in Wave 5 are Kamek, Birdo, Petey Piranha, and Wiggler.

1. What is the weight class of the new characters in Wave 5?

• Kamek and Birdo are in the medium weight class, while Petey Piranha and Wiggler are in the heavy weight class.

1. Are there any secret characters in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

• The game does not have randomly unlockable characters like previous iterations; every character is available from the start except for Gold Mario, which can be unlocked under specific conditions.

1. Is Diddy Kong in Mario Kart 8?

• Diddy Kong is indeed making his way to Mario Kart 8, but as part of a later update, not in Wave 5.

1. What is the Mario Kart 8 Booster Course Pass?

• The Mario Kart 8 Booster Course Pass is a DLC (Downloadable Content) package that adds new tracks and characters to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, enhancing the gameplay experience.

1. How many waves will Mario Kart 8 have?

• There are planned to be six waves in total for the Mario Kart 8 DLC, each wave adding new content to the game.

1. Is Yoshi in Mario Kart 8?

• Yes, Yoshi is a playable character in Mario Kart 8 and is available from the start.

1. Who is the heaviest character in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

• Morton Koopa Jr. is considered the heaviest character in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, with a weight of 4.5.

1. Is Birdo a guy?

• According to the Super Mario Bros. 2 manual, Birdo is a male character who thinks he is a girl and prefers to be called Birdetta.

1. Can Shy Guy be played in Mario Kart?

   • Shy Guy is playable in certain versions of Mario Kart, such as in the download play version of Mario Kart DS.

2. What is the rarest Mario Kart game?

   • The Mario Kart 8 Limited Edition is considered the rarest, with only 350 copies distributed exclusively through the Nintendo New York store.

3. Are there characters missing from Mario Kart 8?

   • Yes, several characters from other Mario Kart games and Mario Kart Tour are not yet included in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, such as Captain Toad, Dixie Kong, and Nabbit.

4. Is Cody in Mario Kart 8?

   • Cody is not a character in Mario Kart 8, although there were plans for him to be in Mario Kart 64 before being replaced by Donkey Kong.

5. Who is the slowest character in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

   • Baby Pitch is considered the slowest character, with a top speed of only 2.25 out of 5 and a weight of 2 out of 5.

6. Is Diddy Kong Donkey Kong’s son?

   • Diddy Kong is referred to as Donkey Kong’s sidekick and best friend, and in some sources, as his nephew, but not his son.