Rudder Madness

Rudder Madness is a 4-Player minigame in Mario Party 8. Its name is a pun on the expression "utter madness".

Introduction
The four players are lined up at the line, on lily pads with rudders, in a dirty swamp.

Gameplay
The objective is to get to the finish first. There are obstructions, that have to be dodged on the way, by turning. Players can turn by tilting their Wii Remote, or in this case, their rudder. When players bump into an object, they lose time. The first one to cross the finish line wins.

Ending
The winner is doing the victory dance on the shore, while the others are flowing down the swamp, spinning when they are in their losing animation.

In-game text

 * Rules – "Grab the rudder and steer your way in a river race."
 * Hint – "Hitting obstacles will slow your speed. Steer clear!"

Names in other languages
Laub-Regatta