The upcoming Mario Kart World for Nintendo Switch 2 has a lot of massive changes, including a new way to stop those pesky Blue Shells. A Nintendo Treehouse stream on Thursday gave fans a closer look at the game and revealed the reappearance of the classic Mario Kart item that gives players an additional movement option. This power-up might help players avoid the dreaded Blue Shell if they use it correctly.
During the Nintendo stream (around timestamp 9:20), the Treehouse employees showcasing the game got to use the returning Feather item in gameplay. In one instance, during a Grand Prix race, they attempted to use the Feather's hopping ability to dodge an impending Blue Shell. The timing was off, and the attempt was unsuccessful, but it demonstrated that dodging the Blue Shell with the Feather is a possibility in Mario Kart World. However, timing is going to be crucial to make sure you hop away in time to avoid any lead-ending catastrophes.
Mario Kart World is a radical revamp of the classic kart racing franchise. The Switch 2 title includes new game modes like Knockout Tour, a series of elimination races where players must finish in a certain...
