Nintendo has rolled out a new update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and it has fans buzzing with excitement and disappointment. In their latest move, Nintendo has removed the controversial “bagging” strategy from the game.
For those unfamiliar with the term, bagging, or sandbagging, is a strategy where players deliberately start slow in a race to pick up an overpowered item and ensure victory. This technique has been a hot topic of debate among players since it was first introduced in the Wii U version of the game back in 2014.
Bagging was especially popular among players in races with shortcut opportunities, such as GBA Cheese Land. By slowing down and deliberately falling behind, players could acquire game-changing items and gain an unfair advantage over their opponents.
However, with the release of the latest update, Nintendo has put an end to this controversial strategy. Players can no longer acquire strong items by stopping, driving in reverse, or taking an item box in the same location multiple times. Bagging in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is now a thing of the past, unless a new method is discovered.
While some players are glad to see this strategy gone, others are disappointed that they can no longer employ this tactic to secure victory. The removal of bagging has sparked debates among Mario Kart enthusiasts, with opinions divided on whether it was a fair or unfair strategy.
Alongside the removal of bagging, the update also introduced paid DLC, a “Music” button, and the ability for non-friends to join rooms. The patch notes for the update include various other changes and fixes, which have enhanced the overall gameplay experience.
As players explore the new update, it remains to be seen how this change will impact the Mario Kart community. Will it level the playing field or create a new strategy altogether? Only time will tell. In the meantime, players will have to adapt their gameplay tactics and find alternative ways to secure victory on the virtual tracks of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
