E3 2013

Mario Kart 8 is first announced, along with a trailer showcasing the game's features, including some characters and tracks.

May 29, 2014

Mario Kart 8 released worldwide for purchase.

May 2015

DLC content available to be purchased. Initially comes with 4 characters and 8 tracks. If one paid $11.99 for both packs, one of which would release in April, would receive the option to choose 6 colors for Shy-Guys, and 11 colors for yoshi. The second DLC pack brought 8 tracks, 4 characters, and a fast-paced 200 CC racing mode.

January 15, 2017

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe announced as a trailer released on YouTube.

April 28, 2018

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is released worldwide for purchase.