Frequently Asked Questions for Mario Kart 64. Find answers about character differences, unlocking content, shortcuts, and more to improve your racing game.
Q: What took you so long? Did it really take twenty-one days to write this guide?
A: Not at all. It only took me a few days to write this guide, but the author explains their extended absence from submitting new guides due to reformatting older guides with a new, improved style.
Q: What's the difference between the characters?
A: Aside from a change of kart color, the weight class and its effects are the only real differences. Please see "Weight Classes" for information on that.
Q: How do I get past [insert name of part of a course]?
A: Please see the section pertaining to your question; the cup sections have guides for each track.
Q: Which character is best?
A: It all depends on your style of play. From a speed point of view, Toad is the best player. However, Toad is a lightweight and thus can be pushed around. Lightweights are the best in theory, but they can be pushed around (their only real disadvantage). Super Circuit changes this by balancing all characters out with strengths and weaknesses.
Q: Hey, I beat all the cups but I didn't unlock anything! Is there something wrong with my game?
A: It is extremely unlikely. The chances are extremely good that you're overlooking something. Did you get the Gold Cup, that is, came in first, in the 150 cc Grand Prix? Did you beat it for every single cup - Mushroom, Flower, Star, and Special? Make sure you did, and read carefully. If you didn't unlock it, you simply didn't meet the requirements.
Q: I found a shortcut for a track you don't have.
A: If it's a good shortcut that actually saves time, it will be included in the guide. If it is a really lame or obvious shortcut/alternate route, the author will likely thank you for the tip and not include it. Please, don't send shortcuts like "if you have a Mushroom or a Super Star, you can cut through the grass there.".
Q: I have a good strategic trap location.
A: The author is not interested in adding any to the list. They are suggestions, and anything else should be self-obvious. Yours would have to be very good to actually be accepted. Please, no tips like "you can leave Fake Items by the item boxes" or anything already stated in the guide.
Q: a/s/l?
A: Personal questions are not taken. Do not ask.
Q: Can I use any of your guides on my web site?
A: No. Please read the legal section for details.
Q: What games do you have guides for?
A: The author has guides for many games, including The Legend of Zelda series, Mario Kart series, Sonic series, Super Mario series, and more.
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