Mario Kart 8 Update Patches Out Controversial Bagging Strategy

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Nintendo's latest patch for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has eliminated the "bagging" strategy, where players intentionally fell behind to receive better items. The update also includes new features such as the ability for non-friends to join rooms and increased invincibility time for certain characters. While some players are glad to see the strategy go, others are disappointed as it was a part of the game's evolving meta. The patch is expected to have a significant impact on the game's leaderboards and competitive scene.
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