How to Use Rewind in Mario Kart World

Players can practice the tracks of Mario Kart World with perfect precision, along with trial and error by using the Rewind feature in Mario Kart World, which is only available in specific modes. Yet, what does the Rewind feature do, and when can players use it to their advantage to ensure that they are mastering all of Mario Kart World’s iconic tracks with its vast selection of characters?

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By Chris Jecks

Mario Kart World’s Rewind function is unique to the Nintendo Switch 2’s karting experience, and while it’s not going to be a function that sees them shoot into first place and dodge Blue Shells, it will be a good function to use for players who want to learn the track both inside and out.

How to Use the Rewind Function in Mario Kart World

Players can use Rewind by holding the Down button on the D-Pad. This will see the player-controlled vehicle rewind its progress until players let go of the button. Rewind is a feature exclusive to solo modes like single-player and Free Roam, thus making it impossible to use in Online or Co-Op games. It's also worth noting that Rewind does not impact other racers, and the race will continue as normal. Therefore, players must make the decision for themselves whether it's worth sacrificing their spot in the race to go back a bit to avoid their fall, or clash into an obstacle, or the fact that they missed a shortcut.

Rewind should be used as an experimental tool to practice Mario Kart World's tracks in an attempt to learn the best strategies and shortcuts that are featured within the tracks themselves. Rewind shouldn't be used to avoid getting hit by weapons or to try and cheese a victory into first place, as the race will not slow down during Rewind.

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