Mario Kart 7 is a racing and platformer video game developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. Released in 2011, it is the seventh installment in the Mario Kart series. The game features various characters from the Mario franchise, each with their unique vehicles and abilities. The game includes a variety of tracks and modes, including a new underwater racing mode. This product is a cartridge only and is compatible with NTSC-U/C (US/Canada) region codes.