While not the full console game, Mario Kart Tour can be played on PC using an Android emulator like BlueStacks . Estimated System Requirements for Emulation

To play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (which includes all DLC and new characters), gamers use Switch emulators like Ryujinx or the now-archived Yuzu . These require more powerful hardware, typically at least 8–16 GB of RAM.

The original Mario Kart 8 is highly stable on the Cemu emulator . It is known for running well on mid-range hardware and supports 1080p or even 4K resolutions.