Battling for the lead at an IRL version of Mario Kart
When it comes to mainstream gaming appeal, it's hard to beat Mario Kart. Break out some controllers at a party and you'll likely get a grid full of eager racers. The game's seamless way of balancing disparate levels of skill and aggression creates an addictive experience for just about everyone.
Real-world karting, on the other hand, remains more of a niche affair. Sure, plenty of people race karts at theme parks and putt-putt parking lots, but this style of racing isn't on the radar for your average group of friends looking for a Friday diversion.
What if you could do Mario Kart IRL without risking life and limb at some questionably safe …