Common fan theories involve Mario retrieving stolen items—like a "Golden Special Cup"—from villains like Cosmic Bowser.
While there is no narrative, the single-player progression involves: mario-kart-8
Achieving "three-star" ratings on every cup at every speed is the ultimate goal for solo players. Fan-Made and Hypothetical Stories Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Because the game lacks a story, many fans have created their own concepts and mods: mario-kart-8
Official versions of and its enhanced port, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe , do not include a dedicated single-player story mode. Instead, the game's primary "campaign" is the Grand Prix mode, where players race through various cups to earn trophies and unlock kart parts. Single-Player Experience