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How to Dodge the Blue Shell (Spiny Shell)

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Mario Kart World - How to Dodge the Blue Shell
In Mario Kart World, you can dodge the blue shell by using a Super Horn or a Mushroom. Learn how to dodge the Blue Shell and discover its effects, uses, and more in this guide.

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How to Dodge the Blue Shell

Check IconUse a Super Horn to Destroy the Blue Shell
Check IconUse Invulnerability Items
Check IconBlock It With a Mushroom
Check IconUse the Rewind Feature
Check IconConsider Giving up the Lead

Use a Super Horn to Destroy the Blue Shell

A Super Horn produces a wave that destroys any items or destructible obstacles, and this includes Blue Shells that are coming your way. So if an opponent throws a Blue Shell, use a Super Horn to destroy it.

Super Horn Item Effect

Use Invulnerability Items

Items that provide invulnerability, such as the Super Star and Boo, can be used to mitigate the effects of the blue shell.

While these items may be hard to come by due to their appearance being limited to lower rankings, consider holding onto them if you're confident that you can take the lead without using too many items.

Dodge It With a Mushroom

You can sacrifice the Mushroom to block a Blue Shell by timing its usage correctly. The blue shell animation begins by spinning a few times before descending on you and exploding. To dodge it and prevent the explosion, press the item button as it descends.

Correct execution of this task will require precise timing, which may necessitate multiple attempts to master.
Dash Mushroom Item Effect

Use the Rewind Feature

Press down on the directional pad when the animation starts to use the Rewind feature and dodge the blue shell explosion. Although this is better than going in reverse because you keep your momentum, it can only be used in single-player mode.
How to Rewind

Consider Giving up the Lead

Since the Blue Shell prioritizes the player in first place, you may want to give up your lead if you notice that one of the players behind you is carrying a Blue Shell and there are multiple players close to you.

Note that this only works if the blue shell hasn't locked onto you yet. In that case, you can use the reverse method.

Blue Shell Item Effects and Uses

Spiny Shell Spiny Shell
Effect Homes in on the lead kart and knocks it over.

Locks Onto the Player in the First Place

The Blue Shell will track the player in first place and disable them upon impact. Any enemies caught in its path will be knocked down, but the Blue Shell will only stop once it reaches its intended target.

Does Not Track Enemies When Thrown Backwards

Similar to the other shells, Blue Shell can be thrown backwards by tilting the joystick backwards when using the item. Note though that the Blue Shell does not track enemies when thrown backwards.

Blocks Items From the Back

Like most shell items, the blue shell will automatically attach itself to the back of your vehicle, serving as protection from other items. However, with the inherent power that the blue shell possess, it isn't the best use for this item and you should only resort to doing it if you're certain that you don't need to use it offensively.

What Ranking Does Blue Shell Appear At?

Appears at Low Rank

Blue Shell is a powerful item that can instantly slow enemies down. With this in mind, this item will most likely appear at lower ranks.

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