Mario Kart Double Dash | Full Game Walkthrough | No Commentary
Ever since the SNES Mario Kart has warmed my heart and I played almost every title in the series. I liked Mario Kart 64, but what I really, really loved was Mario Kart Double Dash. This game also represents that time of youth where you had no care in the world and the most important thing was the next big game release. Ah...the bliss of being young.
Mario Kart Double Dash was an instant classic with such a unique gameplay mechanic that has never been repeated. In this game you choose two drivers and can switch between them on who is driving the vehicle and who is using items. Each character duo has one specific special item that can really make a difference during a race. If you choose the recommended duo you will always have the same specials twice, but you can also mix and match to get some of the best specials together.
The colors, music and vibrant atmosphere are absolute peak in Double Dash and I whistled and sang multiple times while recording this as I was reliving my childhood. The tracks are gorgeous and varied and some fan favorites like DK Mountain or Daisy's Cruiser have made appearances in later titles.
What I also noticed is how more chaotic this game is than most other Mario Karts. It is because many of the items stay on the road and get cluttered over time. Shells, item blocks and bananas are everywhere and I was surprised how many times I got caught in these. It helps with the mayhem and the chaos that Mario Kart always has been and I think that also adds to the fun factor.
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