Can you fall off the edge in Mario Kart 8?

The new Smart Steering option can make it easy for new drivers to stay on the track and away from walls. It's kind of like putting up bumpers at the bowling alley keep the ball out of the gutter, which means you can even race on the SNES Rainbow Road track without falling off!
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Why can't you fall off the edge in Mario Kart 8?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has an autosteer function automatically set that steers you out of danger or away from the edge of the track.
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How do you not fall in Mario Kart 8?

Thanks to the Smart Steering, Mario won't be falling off the edge today! Smart Steering is a mechanic introduced in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe as a way to make gameplay easier. With Smart Steering turned on, the player will auto-pilot along with the road's edges and not be able to go off-road.
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Can you fall off in Mario Kart Tour?

You can't fall off the racetracks in Mario Kart Tour which makes Smart Steering even less necessary. Though you may not even see a railing, there is an invisible wall stopping you from careening off the edge.
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Should you use smart steering Mario Kart 8?

The smart steering feature in Mario Kart 8 lets new and less experienced players have better control when turning corners or overtaking other players. The Smart Steering feature in Mario Kart 8 will let players turn their Karts with some assistance but does not work entirely like an auto-pilot feature.
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If I fall off the edge, the video ends (Mario Kart 8 Deluxe)

Is it better to have higher speed or acceleration in Mario Kart?

Acceleration is the single most important stat as it determines the speed at which you recover from a wayward turtle shell or an ill-placed banana peel. Acceleration is the amount of time it takes for you to reach your top speed.
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Does drifting slow you down Mario Kart 8?

It only lets you make tight turns without losing so much speed. But if you drift long enough to where your tires spark from yellow to blue to purple you can get a short boost depending which color its on.
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Why can't i steer in Mario Kart?

Check if steering assist is enabled.

While racing, press the + Button and open the Options Menu. Steering assist is enabled when the wheel icon has a yellow-colored arrow marker above it. Press the Y Button on the Joy-Con to disable it and check if this resolves the issue.
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Is it possible to tie in Mario Kart?

Turns out, after a quick Google search, I have found that… YES, it is possible to tie in Mario Kart. But, in the event of a tie the game may have some strangely (To me) specific rules to determine the winner.
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What does R do in Mario Kart 8?

When turning regularly, your kart loses speed. However, if you hit R before turning, you will perform a small hop and start drifting as long as you keep holding the button and steering left or right. Not only does this maintain your speed, it will also start building up boost power for a mini turbo.
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Why do people hop in Mario Kart 8?

Fire Hopping (Also known as Frogging, Boost Jumping, etc.) is a technique in Mario Kart 8 for Wii U used mainly in Time Trial which allows you to extend a boost from a power slide, ramp or mushrooms.
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Why does Luigi look mad in Mario Kart 8?

The Mechanics

Luigi is not actually making an angry face. The Death Stare phenomenon is simply a result of the way characters in the game turn their heads and their eyes in order to stare at passing characters they have just attacked or been attacked by.
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Can you fall off the course in Mario Kart 8?

The new Smart Steering option can make it easy for new drivers to stay on the track and away from walls. It's kind of like putting up bumpers at the bowling alley keep the ball out of the gutter, which means you can even race on the SNES Rainbow Road track without falling off!
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Is smart steering cheating in Mario Kart?

It's designed in a way to help struggling players while not making it a 'cheat' mode. It's entirely possible that if you have a great race you won't even trigger it.
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Why do wheels turn sideways in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

This feature will be activated when driving through portions of the track that normal in-game physics don't apply. As seen in photos below, the wheels of the kart in this new feature will fold inward and act as what seems to be electromagnetic reverse gravity fans that hold you up and off of the ground.
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What is the best Mario Kart combo?

10 Best Mario Kart 8 Racer & Kart Combinations
  • 8 Rosalina & Teddy Buggy. ...
  • 7 Luigi & Streetle. ...
  • 6 Funky Kong & Mr. Scooty. ...
  • 5 Pauline & Mr. Scooty. ...
  • 4 Kamek & Teddy Buggy. ...
  • 3 Birdo & Cat Cruiser. ...
  • 2 Yoshi & Teddy Buggy. With Rollers And The Cloud Glider. ...
  • 1 Peachette & Cat Cruiser. With Roller Wheels And The Paper Glider.
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What does SL mean in Mario Kart 8?

Smart steering, a first for the Mario Kart series, is meant to remedy that. If you notice an antenna blinking yellow while you're driving in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, that means smart steering is engaged. Congratulations, you've barely been driving at all!
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Why is Mario Kart steering itself?

Steering Assist is an in-game feature that automatically turns the steering wheel so that the kart runs along the course. While racing, press the + Button and open the Options menu. Steering Assist is enabled when the "wheel" icon has a yellow arrow symbol above it.
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Why is go-kart steering hard?

It depends on the size and weight of the kart, the speed that the kart is traveling and the strength of the driver. From the time I was 10, until now I've never had any issues steering a kart, and I'm 6′ and 140 lb. As long as you are driving a kart that is within your skill level, it shouldn't be too bad.
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Does using a heavier character in Mario Kart slow you down?

As you'd expect, lighter characters have lower overall speed but also much faster acceleration, while heavier characters get off the grid more slowly but have a zippier maximum speed.
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Should you brake in Mario Kart?

Many players rarely find a need for the brake button in most Mario Kart games, but in 200cc they'll need to make extensive use of braking just to navigate corners safely.
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Is speed or acceleration better in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Acceleration: The higher your acceleration stat, the faster you'll reach your top speed. Weight: The weight of your vehicle and racer dictates whether you'll knock someone out of the way, or get knocked out of the way when you hit another racer. Handling: This stat dictates how sharply you can turn.
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