Outrunning the blue shell isn't easy. If this had gone on long enough, it's likely the blue shell would eventually catch up with the pink-haired Animal Crossing character, but Villager made a ...

Well, don’t hold your breath. Eurogamer recently asked Kosuke Yabuki, director of Mario Kart 7 and 8, whether they’d ever consider ditching the blue shell, and he basically told players to suck it up.

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook LEGO and Nintendo added the first Mario Kart sets to the Super Mario lineup in January, and ...

Paper Mario The Origami is far from being over after the credits roll, as there are a few items that can only be acquired using some of the late-game powers. One such item is linked to the BBQ in ...

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GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, like the rest of the series, involves a certain amount of luck. When you're trailing the leader, a blue shell can send you ...

If you sit ten Nintendo fans down in a room and ask them to debate the merits of the blue / spiny shell, then you should grab a comfy chair, some popcorn, and enjoy the ride. Some argue it's an ...

Let's just be upfront: The blue shell in "Mario Kart" is a frustrating, obnoxious item that we all wish would go away. It's the number one cause of snatching defeat from the jaws of victory in any ...

During the main story, you will eventually travel to Bean Valley, which ends with a boss encounter with Queen Valentina’s servant, Beezo. After defeating his watered Piranha plant, you can find a note ...

Mario Kart 8 may well be the most beautiful game Nintendo has ever released. But can a 22-year-old winning formula save a flailing system? The Wii U needs saving. Despite its head start, Nintendo’s ...

Super Mario Maker 2 is full of interesting little details that aren't necessarily explained directly to the player. Such is the case with the Shell Jump, a useful maneuver that can help players get ...