14 DAY TRIAL // When Mario Kart Wii introduced the concept of motion-controlled steering to everyday households, people were expecting to see a Delorean parked outside their window.
The upcoming racing car game Mario Kart 8 allows its fans to engage in exactly the same kind of motion control, this time using the much bulkier Nintendo Wii U GamePad.
Of course, an accessory that would consist of a rig into which to slap the Wii Remote or GamePad is the natural addition to the neat concept of pretend-driving, and one company decided it was their task to provide one, just in time for players to get their kart-driving on.
The Handle Stand for Wii U is currently available for pre-order on Play-Asia, and it allows the attachment of a Wii U GamePad onto a pivoting base, which seems like it provided great stability.
The contraption also comes with a detachable Wii Remote steering wheel option, for those who prefer a more classic grip or are intimidated by the mighty GamePad now resembling a proper Formula 1 steering wheel.
The Handle Stand is set to become available on May 28, which is barely in time for all the crazy kart action, as Mario Kart 8 is launching on May 29 in Japan, May 30 in North America and Europe, and May 31 in Australia.