All the Wii driving games we’ve listed below extract every bit of motion controlled brilliance that Nintendo’s console has on offer. Whether you own the Wii Wheel or not, these titles contain some pretty exciting racing action which you can dive into either with your friends and family, or alone. The Kinect and the PS Move aside, motion control was defined in its true form by the Wii when it came out in 2006.
And although the console can’t spew out graphics like its competitors, it delivers the gameplay pleasures which make these offerings enjoyable in the exact sense of the term. Let’s have a look at which ones made it into the list.
1 – Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing:
This kart racing game spans characters from Sega titles and features some absolutely stunning environments for you to race on. It comes complete with power-ups, weapons, planes, motorbikes as well as special powers for each of the characters.
For multiplayer lovers, there’s a local split-screen option, apart from eight-player online support. Churned out from developer Sumo Digital, Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing is a must have for all Sonic fans.
2 – MotoHeroz:
This is the only WiiWare in our collection of driving games for Wii. Available for download through the Wii Shop Channel at 1500 Points, the game presents you with a racing experience which is augmented by some swift platforming mechanics.
Being a hybrid of these two genres, MotoHeroz springs up surprises for you every now and then. More than a hundred tracks can be raced on in three modes with the help of fourteen distinct cars. And adding to that, this game even offers support for two to four players in its local multiplayer mode.
3 – Mario Kart Wii:
No doubts here – this game just had to be in our list owing to its absolutely timeless gameplay. Having launched for the Wii way back in 2008, Mario Kart Wii endowed the longstanding series with a boost that took it to a completely new level altogether.
Also, this was the first title to introduce the Wii Wheel which came bundled with it. The game is based on the same concept of pitting characters from the Mushroom Kingdom against each other in kart races that span varied environments. You can even utilize the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection to jump into eleven-player online battles.
4 – TrackMania Build to Race:
As you might know, Trackmania games are all about putting together your own tracks and racing through them to achieve glory on something you’ve built. And TrackMania Build to Race, as the name suggests, is no different.
The building mechanics are easy to wield and take the least bit of time for you to get used to them. This game proffers a choice of three different race modes that are all about fast-paced addictive gameplay, making it a worthy entry in this lineup of Wii driving games.
5 – Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli:
If getting behind the wheel of an actual Ferrari is what you’ve always dreamt of, this is the closest such experience the Wii can deliver. In this title, you can take your prancing horse for a spin in one of the many real-world racing venues spread across the globe.
Ferrari Challenge: Trofeo Pirelli includes a total of five different racing modes that will keep you busy for hours with your Wii consoles. This game is also available for the DS, PS2 and the PS3.
6 – MX vs. ATV Untamed:
Next in our collection of Wii racing games is THQ’s off-road spectacle, MX vs. ATV: Untamed, This title is not only about racing, as it has a vast number of tricks for you to master. A variety of drivable vehicles are on offer including MX bikes, ATVs, sandrails, monster trucks, trophy truck and more.
Those wondering how many modes this title has in its kitty will be happy to know that the game kicks in more than six modes that proffer extreme versatility with each of their offerings.
7 – Need for Speed Carbon:
Six NFS titles have been released for the Wii and if you ask us, Need for Speed Carbon is the best among the lot to be enjoyed with motion controlled gaming. Continuing the much loved story of NFS: Most Wanted, this game conjures up a slew of racing experiences that comprise drift events, cop chases and canyon duels, apart from the usual modes.
Moreover, there are tons of customization options to be applied to your mean machines and that adds a great deal of replay value to this seventh title in our lineup of driving games for Wii.
8 – Excite Truck:
Racing fans will tell you that back in the days, Excitebike was one of the coolest things to have happened to the NES. Taking this thrilling series forward, Excite Truck launched in 2006, rendering gameplay treats which will simply have you begging for more.
Motion controlled gaming takes a whole new turn with this title’s extremely refined and accurate mechanics. And there’s even a head-to-head two-player racing mode to be jumped into for the pleasures of multiplayer gaming.
This ends our take on the Wii driving games that you should most definitely try out. Hope you enjoy wielding your Wii Remotes in these awesome offerings as much as we did.