In Mario Kart World, Lakitu has transitioned from a benign helper to a frustrating adversary for players. His new role as a playable racer has not been well received, with many players finding his aggressive behavior towards those who venture off-course to be a significant annoyance. While the game encourages exploration with complex tracks, Lakitu's tendency to penalize players by returning them to the track—and taking items in the process—contradicts this design. Players collectively express their frustration, marking a shift in how Lakitu impacts gameplay enjoyment.
Lakitu is a bastard in this game," wrote SkeletronDOTA on the subreddit. "One time I just drifted slightly wide with a golden shroom and he put me back on the track, and took my golden shroom and bullet with him.
For a sequel where exploring off the beaten path and grinding on every surface you can find is core to its ethos, Mario Kart World really doesn't want you living your best, improvised life a lot of the time.
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