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Mission 4-1
Mario Kart DS

Mission 4-1

Mario Kart DS Mission 4-1: Beat Donkey Kong on an icy course. Learn strategies for snowmen, turns, and item boxes.

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Mario Kart DS Mission 4-1: Beat Donkey Kong on an icy course. Learn strategies for snowmen, turns, and item boxes.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Navigate the first section with the snowman field by drifting and turning to avoid them.
  2. 2
    Utilize a drafting boost shortly after starting if possible.
  3. 3
    After a series of curvy turns, you will reach cliffs on a gray track. Do not follow Donkey Kong's shortcut up the snowy hills.
  4. 4
    On the regular track, power slide around each turn, collecting Mushrooms and Stars from item boxes.
  5. 5
    As you descend the hill, take the tight right turn.
  6. 6
    Avoid the remaining snowmen and proceed through the tunnel.
  7. 7
    Power slide left towards the goal.
Tips
  • Drifting and turning are essential for avoiding snowmen on the icy course.
  • A drafting boost at the start can provide an advantage.
  • Power sliding is recommended for turns on the regular track.
  • Collect Mushrooms and Stars from item boxes to aid your progress.
  • Do not follow Donkey Kong's shortcut up the snowy hills; stick to the main gray track.

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