Some players recently uncovered an intriguing glitch in Mario Kart World causing Blue Shells to miss their intended targets. This issue could be beneficial during crucial moments in the game, or conversely, can lead to the failure of needed offensive moves.

Mario Kart World is the newest entry in the beloved racing series that dates back to 1992. Following the popularity of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, fans eagerly anticipated this game and it has been well received, currently boasting an average critic score of 86 on OpenCritic. However, the game is not without its glitches, and this one is generating mixed reactions.

Numerous players have reported similar experiences, where Blue Shells inexplicably bypass them in online matches. Videos circulating on social media highlight instances where these projectiles simply zoom past racers, which has led to community speculation about whether this anomaly is a new glitch. Players had some insightful remarks in various discussions, expressing concerns over the reliability of their items during races.

This isn’t the first time glitches have been found in the title, as players recently reported another issue that allowed characters to fly indefinitely under specific conditions. Nintendo is actively releasing patches to fix these errors, yet not all updates have been embraced by the community, especially those that altered online gameplay dynamics.

Despite these temporary hiccups, Mario Kart World continues to be a substantial success on the Nintendo Switch 2, having sold over a million copies in regions like Japan and the U.S.