What type of attraction is Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge?

Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge is an augmented reality dark ride.

The attraction combines a physical, track-guided ride through a Bowser-themed environment with computer-generated Mario Kart imagery viewed through augmented-reality visors. Riders sit in four-person vehicles, aim by turning their heads, and fire virtual shells using controls on the steering wheel.

The ride is primarily themed around Mario Kart 8 and serves as the anchor attraction of Super Nintendo World. Dynamic Attractions manufactured it, while Universal Creative designed the experience. Guests race against Team Bowser and collect points by hitting virtual opponents and targets.

It is easy to mistake the attraction for a motion simulator because it includes digital scenery and game-like movement. However, its vehicles travel through a real physical set on a rail system, which distinguishes it from a screen-based simulator. It is also not a roller coaster or water ride.