What Is Mario Kart PC and What Can You Play for Free in a Browser?
Mario Kart PC is a free browser-based version of Nintendo's Mario Kart racing series, playable at mkpc.malahieude.net without any download. According to the site, all you need is a web browser. It includes most classic Mario Kart modes plus a track builder, and supports both online and local multiplayer. This article covers what's included, how to start, and what to expect.
What Mario Kart PC actually is
The site describes it as "a computer version of the famous racing game by Nintendo," built on the same base as the original games but running in a browser. The page states it is "completely free and does not require any downloads."
One thing to be clear about: this is a fan-made project, not an official Nintendo product. The site's "Special thanks" section credits Nintendo along with several other sources — Nihilogic for the original Mario Kart proof of concept, SNESMaps for track images, and Khinsider for music.
Modes you can play
The page lists these modes as included:
| Mode | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Grand Prix | 14 tournaments against CPUs; win cups to earn trophies |
| VS | Head-to-head races, including local multiplayer against friends |
| Battle mode | Destroy opponents' balloons with items; last player standing wins |
| Time Trials | Race solo for the fastest time, compare scores, and face other players' ghosts |
| Track builder | Create, share, and play custom tracks |
| Online multiplayer | Race and battle against players worldwide, with a leaderboard |
The site notes that most modes from Mario Kart have been included, and calls the track builder "a brand new mode."
Tracks and characters
- 56 tracks drawn from three original games: Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart Super Circuit, and Mario Kart DS.
- 14 Grand Prix tournaments to compete in.
- 15 secret characters to unlock by winning enough cups.
The track builder and sharing
The track builder lets you place straight lines and turns, add items, and add boost panels. The site emphasizes that "everything is customizable" and that "the only limit is your own imagination." You can share your tracks or play other people's creations through a sharing tool, and the page states that thousands of custom tracks are already available.
Multiplayer options
Two distinct multiplayer paths are described:
- Online mode — race and battle against players from around the world, climb the official leaderboard, and aim for the top ranking.
- Local multiplayer — face friends in VS races or battle mode on the same setup.
How to start playing
- Go to mkpc.malahieude.net in your browser.
- Click on the game box on the page to begin — the page shows a "Click on the game box to begin" prompt.
- No download or installation step is mentioned; the game runs directly in the browser.
The page does not describe account creation, login requirements, or any payment step, so those details aren't confirmed here either way.
What to keep in mind
- The site presents the game as free and browser-only, but it doesn't state system requirements beyond needing a web browser.
- Because it's a fan project using Nintendo's characters and track designs, it isn't an official release.
- The 56 tracks come from three specific titles, so content from later Mario Kart games isn't part of the listed track count.
If you want a quick, no-install way to play classic-style Mario Kart races, battles, and time trials — plus build your own tracks — Mario Kart PC covers that in a single browser page.