Mario Kart 8 set to be released in May

Picture from Nintendo @E3

In recent announcements, Mario Kart 8 has been confirmed for a 2014 release date, being said to have an estimated month of May.

Just minutes before Iwata-san's presentation the latest Nintendo release list had the kart-racer down for "Spring", before the Nintendo President opted to confirm May as the month for a worldwide roll-out.

from NintendoLife

Mario Kart 8

Release Title: Mario Kart™ 8

Release Date: Possible May 2014

System(s): Wii U

Region(s): USA, Europe, Australia, and Japan

More Info:

For the first time, Nintendo’s Mario Kart franchise comes to the Wii U console in full HD, introducing new racing circuit designs and anti-gravity karts that will have players driving upside down. Players will also enjoy a variety of series-favorite features, including the return of 12-player online competitive play, hang-gliders, underwater racing and motorbikes.

from Mario Kart™ 8 @E3