"20 Years Ago, Double Dash Revolutionized Mario Kart and Became Nintendo's Most Underrated Spinoff Game"

Released in 2003, Mario Kart Double Dash for the GameCube introduced the two-rider system, allowing players to choose a duo from a roster of 20 characters with unique items. The game also featured imaginative courses, staple options like double-item boxes, and reworked drift boosting. While often overlooked, Double Dash played a pivotal role in shaping the Mario Kart series and updating its gameplay to appeal to a new generation of players.