Mario Kart World Fan Suggests Gooper Blooper Mayhem – And Bloody Hell, It's a Brilliant Idea!
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
A Mario Kart World player suggested adding Gooper Blooper as a water hazard, an idea so good it's got everyone buzzing and wondering why Nintendo didn't think of it first. While it's unlikely to happen, it highlights the community's desire for more chaotic fun.
Right, so a Mario Kart World player has tossed out an idea so good, it's got me wondering why Nintendo didn't think of it first. This comes via Game Rant, where they reported on one fan's proposal to inject some much-needed chaos into the game's water routes: Gooper Blooper as a hazard.
Now, *Mario Kart World* isn't exactly short on things trying to ruin your race. Chain Chomps, Hammer Bros, Bullet Bills... the usual suspects are all present and accounted for, gleefully awaiting your inevitable screw-up. But Beaks7777777 (that's the Reddit user, not a serial number) suggested chucking Gooper Blooper – or Big Blooper as they mistakenly called him, easy mistake mate – into the mix.
The idea, as reported by Game Rant, seems to have taken off, with other fans pitching in with their own tweaks and additions. Someone even suggested adding regular Blooper to the playable roster. Which, fair dinkum, isn't a bad shout. There's been a bit of grumbling about the character selection, with some notable faces missing (where's Diddy Kong, eh?).
Now, is this likely to happen? Probably not. According to Game Rant's report, Nintendo isn't exactly known for drastically altering existing tracks post-release. DLC is the most likely avenue, IF they decide to go down that road. But hey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe *did* get a Booster Course Pass years after launch, so never say never.
It all boils down to this: a simple idea, born from a fan's desire for more mayhem, that actually makes a lot of sense. Imagine drifting around a corner, only to be suddenly inked by a giant, angry Blooper. Sounds like a laugh, doesn't it? And isn't that what *Mario Kart* is all about?
It's worth noting that even without this addition, *Mario Kart World* is doing alright for itself. Game Rant reports that it's already surpassed a million sales. So, maybe Nintendo figures, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." But personally, I reckon a little bit of Gooper Blooper-induced chaos would make it even better. What do you lot reckon?
Tags: Mario Kart World, Nintendo, Game Rant, Fan Ideas, Gooper Blooper
Original article: Game Rant