How to Snake in Mario Kart DS
Learn to use the Mini-Turbo., Get used to using mini-turbos in succession., Learn to use mini-turbos on straight tracks., Choose a Kart.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Learn to use the Mini-Turbo.
The mini turbo is the basis of snaking, and when you condense it all down, all snaking really is, is enhanced use of it.
First, when going around a corner, press and hold "R" to begin drifting.
This allows you to take on corners without losing speed.
Next, to perform the mini-turbo, press on of the arrows on the D Pad (what you use to steer) back and forth to make the sparks under the back wheels turn blue, and subsequently red.
Once they are red, let go for a mini-turbo.
It gives you a small speed boost. -
Step 2: Get used to using mini-turbos in succession.
On long turns, use the mini-turbo over and over to maintain a high speed.
In doing this, you are almost snaking, and already using the concept of it to your advantage.
Because you're still turning in a certain direction, this is a good way to get comfortable with mini-turbos.
Try to fit as many mini-turbos into a turn as possible to further prepare yourself for actually snaking. , A good course for this is Figure-8 Circuit due to its long, straight, and decently wide track.
Do a mini turbo just as you would on a turn.
Then once it has been completed, let go of R and quickly steer your car towards the opposite way you were drifting, and hold down R again and do another mini-turbo.
If you've done this, you're snaking! Just learn to use more and more in a row until you feel good about it.
Once you have been doing it a lot, it becomes second nature and without even thinking you'll suddenly be able to defeat even some of the best online racers. , If you thought snaking was all about technique, think again.
Your kart has a huge impact on how well you snake.
Choose a light kart with good acceleration for the best results.
Dry Bones karts "Dry Bomber" and "Standard DB" are famous online for their superior snaking abilities.
Avoid using heavy karts. -
Step 3: Learn to use mini-turbos on straight tracks.
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Step 4: Choose a Kart.
Detailed Guide
The mini turbo is the basis of snaking, and when you condense it all down, all snaking really is, is enhanced use of it.
First, when going around a corner, press and hold "R" to begin drifting.
This allows you to take on corners without losing speed.
Next, to perform the mini-turbo, press on of the arrows on the D Pad (what you use to steer) back and forth to make the sparks under the back wheels turn blue, and subsequently red.
Once they are red, let go for a mini-turbo.
It gives you a small speed boost.
On long turns, use the mini-turbo over and over to maintain a high speed.
In doing this, you are almost snaking, and already using the concept of it to your advantage.
Because you're still turning in a certain direction, this is a good way to get comfortable with mini-turbos.
Try to fit as many mini-turbos into a turn as possible to further prepare yourself for actually snaking. , A good course for this is Figure-8 Circuit due to its long, straight, and decently wide track.
Do a mini turbo just as you would on a turn.
Then once it has been completed, let go of R and quickly steer your car towards the opposite way you were drifting, and hold down R again and do another mini-turbo.
If you've done this, you're snaking! Just learn to use more and more in a row until you feel good about it.
Once you have been doing it a lot, it becomes second nature and without even thinking you'll suddenly be able to defeat even some of the best online racers. , If you thought snaking was all about technique, think again.
Your kart has a huge impact on how well you snake.
Choose a light kart with good acceleration for the best results.
Dry Bones karts "Dry Bomber" and "Standard DB" are famous online for their superior snaking abilities.
Avoid using heavy karts.
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