Spin Turn
A Spin Turn (or spin turn),[1] originally hyphenated as Spin-Turn,[2] is a driving mechanic from the Mario Kart series, introduced in Mario Kart 64. When the accelerate and brake buttons are pressed while a kart is at a standstill, the kart can pivot around, creating very precise maneuvers. While it is not a common tactic to use while racing, in nonlinear arenas such as those used in Battle Mode, it is used to quickly change directions and aim items better.
In Mario Kart: Double Dash!!, a Spin Turn is performed by holding 
, 
, and 
and turning while at a standstill.
Super Mario Kart is the only mainline Mario Kart title without the ability to spin-turn. Additionally, exclusively in Mario Kart Wii, a Mini-Turbo can be activated by using Spin Turns.
Profiles
Mario Kart 64
- Instruction manual: "Use Spin-Turns Wisely! To change direction on narrow roads, or when you want to direct a Shell at an opponent, turn and press the A and B Buttons simultaneously, to do a Spin-Turn."
Mario Kart: Super Circuit
- Instruction manual: "Master the Spin Turn! When you need to change direction in an instant, the Spin Turn is your best bet. Just hold the A and B Buttons and crank the steering wheel!"
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | Pivoter (MK64) Virage serré (MKSC)[?] |
Rotate Sharp turn |
References
- ^ M. Arakawa. Mario Kart 64 Player's Guide. Page 12.
- ^ Instruction manual for Mario Kart 64, page 15. Also present on the Operation Card.
