On November 13, Mario Kart 8 players will be able to take Link — on his Master Cycle — through Hyrule Circuit, one of eight new tracks scheduled for the game. Cat Peach and Tanooki Mario will also be available, along with four new vehicles.
Watch us take Link and his motorcycle for a ride in Mario Kart 8


Check out our hands-on video above for a look at all of the new characters in action, as well as a sneak peek at several of the new courses, including Hyrule Circuit, Excitebike Arena, Mute City (from the F-Zero series) and Dragon Driftway.
The Mario Kart 8 DLC will launch on Nov. 13.
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