SuperTuxKart 0.8.1 released, Available for Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Debian, OpenSUSE, Arch Linux, Gentoo, Mageia and Fedora



SuperTuxKart 0.8.1 released, Available for Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Debian, OpenSUSE, Arch Linux, Gentoo, Mageia and Fedora

SuperTuxKart is a fun, addictive, feature rich, multiplatform and freely distributed game that simulates kart racing. As its name suggests, the main character of the game is Tux, the Linux mascot.

We are proud to announce the release of SuperTuxKart version 0.8.1.

  • This release includes the following features:
  • New track 'STK Enterprise'
  • Updated tracks 'Old Mine', 'Around the Lighthouse' and 'Zen Garden'
  • New modes 'Soccer' and 'Egg Hunt'
  • New karts 'Xue' and 'Sara'
  • Updated 'Beastie' kart
  • Wiimote support (for most Wiimotes; check supertuxkart.net/wiimote for instructions and compatibility)
  • Added tutorial
  • Added new 'SuperTux' difficulty
  • New bubblegum shield defensive weapon
  • New combined speedometer and nitro meter
  • Added ability to filter add-ons
  • Updated nitro models
  • Added ability to save and resume Grand Prix
  • Improved skid marks and particle effects






Features at a glance
Key features include support for multiplayer games using a split-screen setup, over 20 arenas and tracks to play on, as well as support for multiple gameplay modes, including Single Race, Grand Prix, Time Trial, 3-Strikes Battles and Follow-the-leader.

Additionally, the game features fun characters, such as Tux, supports up to 4 players playing simultaneously on the same computer. Whether you want to visit the Egyptian pyramids, drive through the sand, view the great lighthouse, race in space or underground, SuperTuxKart is the game you want to download.

When racing, you should be very careful at the things thrown by opponents, such as bubble gums, cakes, plungers or even bowling balls, which will destroy your kart and get you out of the game.

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