The track asphalt in "Mario Kart Wii" has a slight sheen, with a reflective light band visible ahead of the player. This visual effect does not use additional lighting or post-processing; instead, it leverages processing already being performed by the Wii console.
This detail was showcased by the game data account Supper Mario Broth on September 15. The light bands in the scene reflect off the asphalt surface, creating subtle variations in brightness and darkness on the track.
This approach reuses visual elements already processed by the console, eliminating the need for additional light sources for reflections or reliance on extra post-processing effects.