Items
Though you’re not going to see an entirely new set of items to use in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, there are a couple of new additions to factor into your strategy as you race around the tracks. The first of which is Boo, an item we’ve seen in the series’ past that allows players to steal items from other racers and use them yourself. Perfect for swiping that blue or red shell from the opponent behind you.
The other new item in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe comes in the form of the Feather item. While you’ll only be able to use this item in Battle Mode, it is incredibly handy. It allows users to leap into the air, avoiding incoming attacks or pesky banana skins.
Finally, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe ups the number of items you can carry from one to two, just as it was in Double Dash. While you won’t be able to change their order, nobody’s gonna turn down double the firepower. Just make sure to wait until the perfect opportunity to use your items. You don’t want to waste them, after all.
