Sega Amusements has begun shipping Mario and Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympics Games Arcade Edition.

Mario and Sonic

In time for the Rio Olympics in Brazil, which run from August 5-21, the game is now shipping globally following successful showings at IAAPA, EAG and DEAL.

Gameplay sees players compete in Olympic events using one of eight characters, including Mario, Luigi, Sonic and Tails.

“The level of competition hits a new high for an amusement game,” said company CEO Paul Williams.

“Crossing the finish line first or throwing the javelin furthest will make players feel like an athlete about to receive the gold medal on the podium. Delivering that immensely joyful feeling is as good a measure as any that we’ve created a fantastic game.”