Before Mario Kart perfected the anti-gravity gimmick and Crash Team Racing made its fiery comeback, Sega delivered one of the most underrated mascot kart racers of the seventh console generation: Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing .
The Wii version remains a nostalgic time capsule—proof that even on weaker hardware, Sega could compete with Nintendo in the kart racing arena. But please, race legally. This article is intended for informational and educational purposes regarding video game history and emulation law.
Ripping it to play on Dolphin for higher resolutions is a fantastic experience. If you don't own the disc: Buy the $10 Steam version. You'll get better graphics, online multiplayer (which the Wii version lacks), and a clear conscience.