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What is BattleKart?
BattleKart combines driving single-seat electric karts around an indoor arena with game elements projected onto the floor. Overhead projectors show changing circuits and game modes; sensors and onboard electronics let karts interact with those elements. The venue says players do not need a VR headset.
The “real-life Mario Kart” comparison is a shorthand for the mix of kart driving and game-like effects. BattleKart is its own venue experience; the sources do not establish a Nintendo affiliation or licensed Mario characters. PerthNow reported in July 2025 that the Perth venue was planned as the franchise’s first Western Australian location. That article’s forecast of an opening before the end of 2025 was a plan, not confirmation that it opened then.
How the games work
Players drive through the arena rather than playing from a seat in front of a screen. The venue says bonuses can produce effects such as a rocket that a player launches with a button on the kart; a hit can slow an opponent. Its current page lists these modes:
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- Race in standard mode or flip into anti gravity mode
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These are projected-game modes, not conventional lap-racing formats. The venue says its arena has no fixed physical track or standard lap racing.
Who can ride, and what to expect in a session
The official page states a minimum height of 4 ft 9 in (about 145 cm), but does not state a minimum age. Karts are single-seaters, so each rider needs to meet the height requirement and drive their own kart.
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The venue lists 10- or 15-minute sessions for 2–12 players. Those times include boarding and landing. Its FAQ says a typical 15-minute game includes 2 minutes 30 seconds for boarding, pit exit and return, and disembarking, so the listed session is not all driving time.
Safety information
BattleKart describes an anti-collision system that can take control and brake when needed. The venue also tells riders to use caution and fasten their seatbelts, and says helmets are not required. These are the venue’s descriptions and instructions, not an independent safety assessment.
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- Race in standard mode or flip into anti-gravity mode
- Perform drifts and tricks at the press of a button
- With full function steering, create 360 spins, wheelies and drift! - Up to 100 ft. Range
- 8 x AA Batteries required (Not Included). Suggested for kids ages 4 and up.
Prices listed by the venue
The official page lists the following prices in Australian dollars. Check its booking page before paying, as prices can change.
| Admission listed | Price | Conditions shown |
|---|---|---|
| Full Play | A$65 | Adults |
| Play Again | A$60 | Adults |
| Keep Playing | A$55 | Adults |
| Intro session | A$37 | 10 minutes; online only |
| Children’s session | A$49 | Under 16 and over 145 cm |
| Kids session | A$33 | 10 minutes; online only |
Location, hours and booking
The listed address is 5/516 Alexander Drive, Malaga WA 6090. The official page publishes these hours:
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- Remote-controlled racing game with the official Mario Kart license
- Controllers have 3 speed settings
- Run-time: Approx 15-minutes, Charge-time: Approx 30-minutes
| Day | Listed hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:30 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 10:30 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–8 pm |
The venue says walk-ins are welcome but also notes an advance-reservation condition for some opening situations. Because opening status and availability need confirmation, check the official page or contact the venue before travelling. The venue also promotes bookings for friends, families, colleagues, school-holiday activities and corporate events; gift cards are available through its website.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How it differs from conventional karting
BattleKart is aimed at people who want a group game layered over kart driving; conventional karting typically centres on racing around a circuit and comparing laps. Here the arena’s projected effects and changing modes are the central distinction. The practical fit depends on the rider’s height, the group size and session format, and whether the group prefers interactive casual play or circuit-based competition.
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PerthNow quoted BattleKart Melbourne owner Belinda Balbissi at launch describing the experience as different from traditional karting because of its technology and interactive gameplay. Treat the comparison as context for the venue’s concept, not evidence that it offers the same format as a motorsport circuit.
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