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Community Member Bio

Name

Matthew Romano

MK7 Mii Name

Matthew

VR Points

1738

MK Style

Banana Blitzer

Favourite track

Wuhu Mountain Loop

Fastest time

1:45.236

Favourite Item

The red shell - because the target cant dodge

Tip 30

22 Mar 2012

Last week was one of the toughest weeks of Mario Kart 7 racing yet! With Charles Martinet (The Voice of Mario!) and the rest of the Nintendo crew racing in the Community, I was impressed to see the skill of some of you guys and girls. I'm going to put that down to my Tips & Tricks videos…Check out the last two Hints and Tips videos and get ready for the next race!

Tip 29

7 Mar 2012

How has everyone been enjoying the community challenges? There have been some really great races so far! Have the Australian Gaming Website Identities or Nintendo Staff proved a challenge?

Tip 28

7 Mar 2012

I think everyone should find something in the latest round of tips and tricks videos that will help them be a better racer. Are there any tips I’ve missed? Share your thoughts in the comments section!

Tip 27

7 Mar 2012

When you get Triple Mushrooms, don’t rush to use them. Instead look to cut across large sections of grass, take glider shortcuts in the air or if you get hit by an opponent, a Mushroom is the perfect way to get up to speed again.

Tip 26

7 Mar 2012

Sometimes cancelling the Glider mid-flight (by pressing your brake button) can be beneficial in collecting that much needed item or coins.

Tip 25

7 Mar 2012

You can unlock Gold Kart Parts by meeting certain requirements. See if you can find out what they are!

Tip 24

7 Mar 2012

For a real challenge try and place 1st in a 150cc Grand Prix without using an item. Holding Banana's not allowed!

Tip 23

7 Mar 2012

There are many ways to deal with a Lucky 7 – dropping the Bob-omb behind you or using the Super Star straight away is the safest way to avoid disaster.

Tip 22

7 Mar 2012

What is the best lap time you can manage on SNES Rainbow Road? My best is 25.701.

Tip 21

7 Mar 2012

If you’re trying to reel someone in with your Triple Red Shells, don’t fire them all at once. Leave a second or two between each shot as the kart in front of you will be invulnerable for a short amount of time after taking the first hit.

Tip 20

7 Mar 2012

If you manage to race to first place holding a Spiny Shell, be careful as it will immediately hit you if fired.

Tip 19

7 Mar 2012

If another racer is holding a Bob-omb behind them, or has a Bob-omb in their Lucky 7, shoot it with a green shell to blow them away!

Tip 18

7 Mar 2012

With the Fire Flower, only 3 fireballs can be in play at once...so firing a fourth will extinguish the first. Watch out!.

Tip 17

7 Mar 2012

Holding a bob-omb behind you for too long can be dangerous, as a rogue shell could send you sky high. Best to drop it behind you - it'll walk towards the oncoming racers and explode when one gets within it's blast radius!

Tip 16

7 Mar 2012

To pull off some of the cheekiest moves around, look out for someone with a Lucky 7. Stay close and try and pick off their Super Star or Mushroom. Better yet, try and shoot their Bob-omb with a Green Shell, driving by to claim a Super Star or Mushroom that will be left lying on the track as a result.

Tip 15

1 Mar 2012

To help you prepare for the next community challenge on Monday, join the community each night from 6:30pm (EST) and race fellow AUS/NZ racers! I'll be jumping on from time to time with some of the Nintendo crew to make sure your skills are up to scratch.

Tip 14

27 Feb 2012

Red Shells and the Lightning can be best used when opponents are flying over gaps!

Tip 13

27 Feb 2012

Don’t forget that many items can be used offensively and defensively. Bananas, Shells, Bombs and Fireballs can be thrown forward to hit other racers or held and thrown behind your kart to protect yourself.

Tip 12

27 Feb 2012

Be sure to release a Mini-Turbo well before a dash or glide panel to maximise time spent with a speed boost.

Tip 11

27 Feb 2012

My best time for DS Luigi’s Mansion is 1.50.178 – Can you beat it?

Tip 10

27 Feb 2012

Remember that you can change the map view on the touch screen. Using the zoomed view you’re able to monitor opponent items and position. The total track view however can give you important insight into track layout and the spread of the field.

Tip 9

27 Feb 2012

Bananas are best placed around tight corners or at the tip of a ramp or glide panel. Or perhaps try the classic trick – dropping a banana just after an Item Box!

Tip 8

27 Feb 2012

If you’re holding a red shell and get zapped by Lightning, you’ll drop it on the track. These red shells can be reactivated by hitting them with your Tanooki Tail!

Tip 7

22 Feb 2012

Many of the classic courses have new shortcuts and sections. Keep your eyes peeled and explore each track!

Tip 6

22 Feb 2012

If a Spiny Shell is coming your way and there is no escape, be sure to use any item you may have, because you’re about to lose them otherwise!

Tip 5

22 Feb 2012

My absolute favourite thing to do is to save a Super Star for when someone uses a Lightning. Keep your eyes peeled on opponent items after a set of Item Boxes and be quick to use the Super Star if you see someone get lightning! Pull this off and you’ll be laughing all the way to the finish line.

Tip 4

22 Feb 2012

Even if you have 10 coins, collect additional coins anyway, as each one gives you a small speed boost when collected.

Tip 3

22 Feb 2012

Here is a challenge to get you warmed up for the Community Races. Try and beat my time of 1.52.940 on Daisy Hills.

Tip 2

22 Feb 2012

Remember to hop for a jump boost on any inclined surface! Ramps, logs, bumps, even piano keys!

Tip 1

22 Feb 2012

Check out my videos for some Beginner Hints and Tips to get you started – check back next week as the tips get more advanced!