Mario Kart 8 stars after race

These stars represent the game’s ranking system, and the higher your performance in a cup, the more stars you’ll get.

So having first answered that question, how about going to get all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

How many stars can you get in Mario Kart?

The highest number of stars you can earn for each singular Grand Prix cup in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is 3.

Moreover, anytime you get three stars after a cup, you’ll receive a gold trophy as well.

Here is how to get three stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, to ensure that you receive a gold trophy each time.

How to get three stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

To earn three trophies at the end of a Grand Prix cup, which means you have to finish first in all four races.

You’ll get 15 points each time you win and 60 points to receive the three stars.

Here’s a brief summery of points combinations:

• Three first-places and one second-place: 57 points — two stars
• Two first-places and two second-places: 54 points — one star
• Any score below 54 points will get zero stars

Keep in mind that you need to earn first place in each race of each level of all cups on every difficulty level to get every star in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and all of the associated gold trophies.

This implies you’ll have to score 60 points in all Grand Prix cups at 50cc, 100cc, 200cc, and Mirror for every star.

By doing so you will also unlock Gold Mario in the process.

Tips for getting first place in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is simple to get the hang of, but mastering it may take some time. Here are a few hints to ensure you get top results.

After some practice, you’ll be earning first-place finishes like a pro.

1. Select a great character.
2. Choose the right go kart! You want a vehicle that’s both really fast and also handles well, with tires that have some of the best traction.
3. Learn how to drift properly. This will basically give you speed boosts that will temporarily increase your maximum speed.
4. Memorize the maps and the best shortcuts. Some shortcuts will put you far ahead of opponents by allowing you to win lots of time.

Keep these tips in mind and you’ll soon have all of the shiny stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

Conclusion

So there you have it, everything you need to know about getting all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

Remember, you’ll have to earn first place in each race of each level of all cups on every difficulty level to get every star in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and all of the associated gold trophies.

What little tutorial there is in Mario Kart is already tucked away behind the logos at the bottom of the main menu, and even that doesn't break down what the three random-looking stars are next to your trophies in the Grand Prix mode.

Indeed, upon completion of a Cup, place in the top three and you'll get a trophy - though these additional stars are awarded based on your performance in each of the four races. For 54-56 points you get one star, 57-59 nets you two, and 60 points is all three.

Ostensibly, you'll want to place first in at least two of the four races, with the other two being top three finishes to lock it in.

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Posted On:  4th May 2017

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The stars allow you to save Highlight Reels as your favourites. You may then view these highlights in Mario Kart TV. Your favourites are available in the Favorites tab, by pressing R or ZR twice after opening MKTV. You may remove favourites from that tab by pressing -.

'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe': 3 stars in Grand Prix is easier than you thought

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ByXavier Harding

5.5.2017

Getting three stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Grand Prix mode is as hard as ever. With the added 200cc mode built-in, racers in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Nintendo Switch don't make it easy to do well, which is what you'll need to do when fighting for first. If you're just not sure how to obtain three stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, here's what you need to do.

How to get 3 stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Grand Prix

Qualifying for three stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe will net you a gold trophy. But getting a gold trophy doesn't automatically get you three stars. So what's the difference?

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To get three stars at the end of a Grand Prix cup, you'll need to place first in all four races. Coming in first will get you 15 points to add to your overall score once a race is finished. Getting 60 points overall will ensure you three stars. 

Obviously doing this in 50cc is much easier than 150cc or the breakneck 200cc engine classes. If you're feeling confident in the easy settings of 50cc and 100cc, go with a heavy character so you can really pick up speed. If you're in one of the more difficult engine classes and still starting out, you may want to choose a light or medium-weight character if you foresee yourself bumping into a lot of walls. Get good enough, and you may even unlock Gold Mario while you're at it.

Check out more Mario Kart 8 news, tips and tricks

If you're anxious to get racing in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, check out our video gameplay of the first 20 minutes of the game and find out the eight characters the game needs ASAP. Check out the best techniques to race with and learn how you can buy the game bundled with the console, including one bundle from Nintendo. Find out if we're expecting DLC and our initial impressions of the new console it's on from back in January. Or you can play Mario Kart 64 on a newer console instead, if you're looking for some nostalgic throwback. And when all else fails, back that thang up. 

What do the stars in the top left corner mean in Mario Kart?

The stars allow you to save Highlight Reels as your favourites. You may then view these highlights in Mario Kart TV.

What do the 3 stars mean in Mario Kart 8?

To get three stars at the end of a Grand Prix cup, you'll need to place first in all four races. Coming in first will get you 15 points to add to your overall score once a race is finished. Getting 60 points overall will ensure you three stars.

How do I get stars in Mario Kart 8?

Getting stars is simple, come in 1st place in more races. To get a 3 star gold cup, you must come in first in all 4 races in the grand prix. As a side note, if you play online multiplayer, you may see players who have one, two or three stars next to their names.