Follow Me

New to Mario Kart Tour? Learn how to master the 'Follow Me' mechanic with this friendly guide. Get tips and tricks to improve your racing skills and dominate the track!

Alright, let's talk about a move that might seem a little tricky at first but is super useful once you get the hang of it: the 'Follow Me'. You'll see this pop up in certain missions, and it's all about getting your opponents to chase you. Think of it as a little bit of a taunt, but with a purpose!

What is 'Follow Me'?

Basically, the 'Follow Me' mechanic requires you to get other racers to follow your kart. It's a bit like leading them on a chase. You'll often see this in missions where you need to get a certain number of racers to follow you for a specific duration or distance.

How to Do It

The key to 'Follow Me' is positioning and timing. Here’s the general idea:

• Find a Good Spot: You'll want to find a section of the track where you can slow down a bit without getting hit or falling behind too much, but also where other racers are likely to be close behind you. Wide turns or areas with fewer obstacles are usually good choices.
• Slow Down (Strategically): Gently tap your brakes or ease off the acceleration. You don't want to stop completely, just slow down enough to catch their attention.
• Position Yourself: Try to position your kart so that it's directly in their path. If you're too far off to the side, they might just zip past you.
• Wait for Them: Be patient! You need to wait for at least one other racer to get close and start following your line. Sometimes you might need to do a little wiggle or brake tap to keep them interested.
• Hold the Position: Once they're following, try to maintain your position and speed. If you speed up too much, they'll overtake you. If you slow down too much, they might get distracted or you'll lose too much ground.

Mission Examples

You'll often encounter 'Follow Me' missions like:

• 'Have 3 Chargin' Chucks follow you for 10 seconds.'
• 'Get 5 Shy Guys to follow your kart.'

The specific characters that will follow you can vary, but the principle remains the same.

Tips and Tricks

• Use Items Wisely: Sometimes, using an item like a Banana or a Green Shell *behind* you can help slow down opponents and make them more likely to follow your path. Be careful not to hit yourself, though!
• Watch Your Speed: It's a delicate balance. Too fast and they won't follow; too slow and you'll lose them or get hit.
• Don't Be Afraid to Restart: If you're struggling with a 'Follow Me' mission, don't get discouraged. Sometimes the AI just doesn't cooperate. Try the race again, maybe on a different course or with a different kart/driver combination.
• Look for Opportunities: Pay attention to where other racers are. If you see a pack of them behind you, that's your cue to try and initiate the 'Follow Me'.

Mastering 'Follow Me' takes a little practice, but it's a really satisfying mechanic to get right. Good luck, and have fun leading them on!