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[[File:MK64 Spin-Turn.png|thumb|Artwork demonstrating the Spin Turn from ''[[Mario Kart 64]]'']] | [[File:MK64 Spin-Turn.png|thumb|Artwork demonstrating the Spin Turn from ''[[Mario Kart 64]]'']] | ||
A '''Spin Turn''' (originally hyphenated as '''Spin-Turn'''<ref>[https://m1.nintendo.net/docvc/NUS/USA/NKTE/NKTE_E.pdf Instruction manual for ''Mario Kart 64'', page 15. Also present on the Operation Card.]</ref> | A '''Spin Turn''' (or '''spin turn'''),<ref>M. Arakawa. ''Mario Kart 64'' Player's Guide. Page 12.</ref> originally hyphenated as '''Spin-Turn''',<ref>[https://m1.nintendo.net/docvc/NUS/USA/NKTE/NKTE_E.pdf Instruction manual for ''Mario Kart 64'', page 15. Also present on the Operation Card.]</ref> is a driving mechanic from the ''[[Mario Kart (series)|Mario Kart]]'' series, introduced in ''[[Mario Kart 64]]''. When the accelerate and brake buttons are pressed while a [[kart]] is at a standstill, the kart can pivot around, creating very precise maneuvers. While it is not a common tactic to use while racing, in nonlinear arenas such as those used in [[Battle Mode]], it is used to quickly change directions and aim items better. | ||
''[[ | In ''[[Mario Kart: Double Dash!!]]'', a Spin Turn is performed by holding {{button|gcn|L}}, {{button|gcn|R}}, and {{button|gcn|A}} and turning while at a standstill. | ||
''[[Super Mario Kart]]'' is the only mainline ''Mario Kart'' title without the ability to spin-turn. Additionally, exclusively in ''[[Mario Kart Wii]]'', a [[Mini-Turbo]] can be activated by using Spin Turns. | |||
==Profiles== | ==Profiles== | ||
===''Mario Kart 64''=== | ===''Mario Kart 64''=== | ||
*'''Instruction manual:''' '' | *'''Instruction manual:''' "'''''Use Spin-Turns Wisely!''' To change direction on narrow roads, or when you want to direct a Shell at an opponent, turn and press the A and B Buttons simultaneously, to do a Spin-Turn.''" | ||
===''Mario Kart: Super Circuit''=== | ===''Mario Kart: Super Circuit''=== | ||
*'''Instruction manual:''' '' | *'''Instruction manual:''' "'''''Master the Spin Turn!''' When you need to change direction in an instant, the Spin Turn is your best bet. Just hold the A and B Buttons and crank the steering wheel!''" | ||
==Names in other languages== | |||
{{Foreign names | |||
|Fre=Pivoter <small>(MK64)</small><br>Virage serré <small>(MKSC)</small> | |||
|FreM=Rotate<br>Sharp turn}} | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> |
Latest revision as of 09:57, January 8, 2024
A Spin Turn (or spin turn),[1] originally hyphenated as Spin-Turn,[2] is a driving mechanic from the Mario Kart series, introduced in Mario Kart 64. When the accelerate and brake buttons are pressed while a kart is at a standstill, the kart can pivot around, creating very precise maneuvers. While it is not a common tactic to use while racing, in nonlinear arenas such as those used in Battle Mode, it is used to quickly change directions and aim items better.
In Mario Kart: Double Dash!!, a Spin Turn is performed by holding , , and and turning while at a standstill.
Super Mario Kart is the only mainline Mario Kart title without the ability to spin-turn. Additionally, exclusively in Mario Kart Wii, a Mini-Turbo can be activated by using Spin Turns.
Profiles[edit]
Mario Kart 64[edit]
- Instruction manual: "Use Spin-Turns Wisely! To change direction on narrow roads, or when you want to direct a Shell at an opponent, turn and press the A and B Buttons simultaneously, to do a Spin-Turn."
Mario Kart: Super Circuit[edit]
- Instruction manual: "Master the Spin Turn! When you need to change direction in an instant, the Spin Turn is your best bet. Just hold the A and B Buttons and crank the steering wheel!"
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning |
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French | Pivoter (MK64) Virage serré (MKSC) |
Rotate Sharp turn |
References[edit]
- ^ M. Arakawa. Mario Kart 64 Player's Guide. Page 12.
- ^ Instruction manual for Mario Kart 64, page 15. Also present on the Operation Card.