In a remarkable display of skill and persistence, the Mario Kart speedrunning community has uncovered a long-hidden secret within the beloved 2005 title, Mario Kart DS. Nearly two decades after the game’s release, a talented player has finally succeeded in executing a previously elusive shortcut on the Waluigi Pinball course, setting a new world record in the process.
The discovery, shared by speedrunner iMathll in a captivating YouTube video, showcases the incredible attention to detail and unwavering dedication that defines the Mario Kart community. “It’s been a very long time coming for this game,” iMathll remarked, celebrating the monumental achievement.
For years, the Waluigi Pinball shortcut had evaded even the most seasoned players, with many believing it could only be accessed through the use of external software tools. However, iMathll’s masterful execution of a delicate series of maneuvers has proven otherwise, launching their kart off a ramp and colliding with a specific section of the track’s wall to seamlessly bypass a winding downhill portion.
The successful completion of this incredibly difficult trick has not only earned iMathll a new world record of 0:32.069 for a single lap, but it has also ignited a fierce competition within the Mario Kart DS speedrunning community. Eager to dethrone the champion, other players have risen to the challenge, utilizing the newly discovered shortcut to set multiple new world records in the span of just a few days.
“Mario Kart is always evolving,” noted one enthusiast, “and the secret shortcut in Waluigi Pinball has eluded enthusiasts for decades, with many trying to successfully land the jump to no avail.”
While the Mario Kart series has continued to evolve with newer installments, the enduring passion of the community has ensured that even the franchise’s older titles remain relevant. Several beloved tracks from Mario Kart DS, including Cheep Cheep Beach, Wario Stadium, and Peach Garden, have even made the leap into the most recent entry, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
As fans eagerly await the next mainline installment in the series, the discovery of this hidden shortcut serves as a testament to the unwavering dedication of the Mario Kart community. It is a thrilling reminder that even the most well-known and well-trodden titles can still yield surprising secrets, waiting to be uncovered by the most skilled and determined players.
