So, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's online isn't superior to the Wii U version's.

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Einsam_Delphin said:

superchunk said:

This.

 

I would expect the online to be as-is right now, very limited. They need to ensure you see value in the subscription model so that there isn't much to complain about when it is announced and launches. With the tie-in to VC type content, this is also why I expect an actual VC hasn't been announced. It is all going to relate to each other in some fashion.

 

 

Nope, this!

http://www.polygon.com/2017/1/12/14057166/nintendo-switch-paid-online-service

Specifically, this!

“Users will be able to try out Nintendo Switch online services for free during a trial period after launch. Then it will become a paid service beginning in the fall of 2017."

 

Except there is no mobile app or free NES game, etc. It clearly is not a full service at this time. I think you are reading too much into that statement and building a context that was not intended.