How to Get More out of Mario Kart DS

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Racing with friends?

   Try a race completely in reverse
   - it takes a lot more skill and it's always funny to see even experienced karters struggling.
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   Step 2: Racing alone?

   Start a grand prix or versus mode and let the CPU racers have a head start
   - challenge yourself (or friends) to see how long you can give them and still win a race. ,, figure-eight circuit) blindfolded, with the sound turned up to help.
   
   This is honestly great fun, especially in eight-player racing. ,, and see who can be the first to nudge the other player off.
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   Step 3: If balloon battle is too easy

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   Step 4: try it without blowing up a single balloon - its much more challenging and fun!

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   Step 5: Try racing an easy race (eg.

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   Step 6: Turn the DS upside-down and race topsy-turvy!

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   Step 7: Race alongside another human player on a track with many 'bottomless pits' (Rainbow Road etc.)

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