With the Booster Course DLC fully absorbed into Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the game now exists as a sprawling 96-course collection, twice the size of its launch lineup. Twelve additional cups weave together circuits from the series' handheld chapters, the Wii era, the mobile experiment of Mario Kart Tour, and a small number of original creations. Some imported courses arrive with their charm slightly dimmed, but every cup holds at least one layout that glows like a well-polished trophy. The following tracks are the brightest jewels in their respective cups.
Across the DLC's cups, the most memorable selections are summarized below.
| Cup | Standout Track | Original Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Dash Cup | Coconut Mall | Mario Kart Wii |
| Lucky Cat Cup | Ninja Hideaway | Mario Kart Tour |
| Turnip Cup | Waluigi Pinball | Mario Kart DS |
| Propeller Cup | Mushroom Gorge | Mario Kart Wii |
| Rock Cup | Maple Treeway | Mario Kart Wii |
| Moon Cup | Rainbow Road | Mario Kart 7 |
| Fruit Cup | Yoshi's Island | Original |
| Boomerang Cup | Singapore Speedway | Mario Kart Tour |
| Feather Cup | Moonview Highway | Mario Kart Wii |
| Cherry Cup | Koopa Cape | Mario Kart Wii |
Golden Dash Cup: Coconut Mall
The Golden Dash Cup's finest offering is Coconut Mall, a course originally from Mario Kart Wii. Few layouts in the series feel as playful as this shopping-center sprint. The track unfolds like a pop-up book made of polished tile and plate glass, sending racers through escalators, open plazas, and tight interior corridors. While some players note the Switch version lacks the expressive Miis that populated the original mall, the course remains the cup's clear highlight.
Lucky Cat Cup: Ninja Hideaway
Ninja Hideaway, originally from Mario Kart Tour, transfers remarkably well from mobile to console. Its rooftop routes and shifting interior passages create a sense of constant discovery. The course is layered like folded origami, with multiple paths that tuck racers behind walls and spit them out onto different floors. It is the strongest entry in the Lucky Cat Cup and one of the DLC's most inventive imports.
Turnip Cup: Waluigi Pinball
From the Nintendo DS era, Waluigi Pinball finally receives a full console glow-up. The course turns a giant pinball table into a racing arena, complete with vivid neon colors, metallic bumpers, and the long straightaways that made the DS original so beloved. It is a love letter to the character's oddball energy and remains the Turnip Cup's best reason to race.
Propeller Cup: Mushroom Gorge
Mushroom Gorge, another Wii classic, stands out because of its bouncing fungal platforms. These giant mushrooms behave less like road surfaces and more like living trampolines stitched into the mountainside. The updated Switch visuals give the gorge a lush depth that was only hinted at in the original, making the Propeller Cup feel bouncy and adventurous.
Rock Cup: Maple Treeway
Maple Treeway brings autumn warmth to the Rock Cup. The course winds through golden and crimson trees with a cozy, storybook atmosphere. Upgraded visuals turn the falling leaves into a soft curtain of color, and the gentle shifts in elevation keep the racing rhythm interesting. It is the cup's most inviting circuit and a standout example of why Mario Kart Wii tracks are so fondly remembered.
Moon Cup: Rainbow Road
Rainbow Road from Mario Kart 7 arrives in the Moon Cup with cosmic pressure on its shoulders. Rather than copy the previous entry's grandiosity, it leans into a single extended lap studded with obstacles. The circuit shimmers like a broken strand of starlight stretched across a dark void, and its demanding turns make it a fitting finale for the cup.
Fruit Cup: Yoshi's Island
Yoshi's Island is an original course and a heartfelt tribute to Yoshi's own platforming adventures. Unlike generic egg-themed circuits, it borrows the pastel storybook look, blooming flowers, and whimsical enemies of the Yoshi series. The style separates it from nearly everything else on the roster, making the Fruit Cup feel uniquely cheerful.
Boomerang Cup: Singapore Speedway
Singapore Speedway, originally from Mario Kart Tour, uses its real-world inspiration without becoming a dull city tour. The course threads through neon-lit streets and rooftop gardens like a bright ribbon pulled through a night market. With almost completely different lap layouts, it gives the Boomerang Cup a sense of momentum and surprise that few other city tracks match.
Feather Cup: Moonview Highway
Moonview Highway is another Wii-era treasure. Driving among NPC cars turns every lap into a high-speed puzzle, with billboards and posters adding character to the roadside. The nighttime city atmosphere is dense and cinematic, making the Feather Cup's peak feel like a chase scene lifted from an old action film.
Cherry Cup: Koopa Cape
Koopa Cape closes the highlighted cups with a water-slide-inspired journey through caves, streams, and anti-gravity sections. The course flows like a long ribbon of polished sea glass, bending and twisting in ways that make the Wii original feel almost static by comparison. It is the Cherry Cup's most satisfying ride and proof that smart modernization can improve a classic.
For players returning in 2026, these circuits represent the best of what the Booster Course DLC accomplished. They do not simply pad the course count; they preserve the personality of older games while letting a few original creations breathe. Whether racing through a mall, a pinball table, or a moonlit freeway, each standout course gives its cup a distinct identity.