Kamek is an exciting new item in Mario Kart World that, while causing some chaos, is key to unlocking a variety of hidden characters in the game. If you’re eager to expand your roster, understanding how to effectively utilize Kamek is essential.
When you activate Kamek, every racer in front of you transforms into a different character. In specific courses, this transformation can lead to unique characters becoming permanent additions to your playable roster.
Spotting Kamek isn’t an everyday occurrence. Recognizable as a purple orb, or magic ball, Kamek appears behind your character. Upon activation, Kamek manifests in front of you and zooms off to impact other racers in higher positions. Additionally, he spawns enemies in front of whoever is in first place to shake things up in the race.
If you’re on the hunt for Kamek, you’ll need a bit of luck. Some hidden characters can only be unlocked using Kamek on designated courses. These unlockable characters include:
| Unlockable Character | Course to Use Kamek |
|---|---|
| Spike | Whistlestop Summit Course |
| Swoop | Cheep Cheep Falls Course |
| Peepa | Boo Cinema Course |
| Fish Bone | Toad’s Factory Course |
| Chargin’ Chuck | Mario Bros. Circuit |
| Coin Coffer | Mario Bros. Circuit |
| Rocky Wrench | Killer Ship Course |
| Cataquack | Peach Beach Course |
| Pianta | Koopa Troopa Beach Course |
If you’re determined to unlock all characters, consider entering a VS. match in single-player mode against CPUs. During these matches, hope that an NPC uses Kamek against you, or try to fall below 12th place to enhance your chances of acquiring the power-up yourself. Keep in mind, though, that if you’re the one launching Kamek, you won’t unlock characters—the transformed racers will.
Have you ever wondered if two players using Kamek can unlock characters on the same system if one player gets hit? That’s something worth testing for those keen on teamwork.
It’s a bit disappointing that the introduction of Kamek as an item likely means he won’t be included as a playable character. Could future DLC change that? Only time will tell!
What does Kamek do in Mario Kart World? Kamek transforms racers in front of you into different characters and can unlock hidden characters when used on specific courses. This can significantly enhance your gameplay.
What courses can I use Kamek on to unlock characters? Kamek can be used on various courses, each corresponding to a unique character. For example, using Kamek on Whistlestop Summit unlocks Spike, while Cheep Cheep Falls unlocks Swoop.
How can I maximize my chances of finding Kamek in Mario Kart? To increase your chances of finding Kamek, play in VS. matches as a single player and either wait for an NPC to use Kamek against you or try to stay below 12th place during the race.
Is it possible for players to unlock the same character in multiplayer with Kamek? While it’s an interesting idea, testing it out could determine whether a second player can contribute to unlocking characters in the game effectively.
Be sure to keep an eye on future updates or DLC for more surprises regarding Kamek and other features. For more engaging content on gaming tips and strategies, check out Moyens I/O!