This can be helpful for reaching certain Stars and Stamps.
If you go up to a teammate's character and press a button, you'll be able to pick them up, run with them, or even throw them. Activating the midway points makes it so that if you die, you only have to start back at the checkpoint flag with everything you acquired up to that point rather than at the start of the level with nothing. Secondly, things tend to get trickier after the flag. First off, the first person to touch the checkpoint flag midway through a level gets extra points added to their personal total. However, she is only unlocked after beating World Star-1: Rainbow Run. Excellent choice for new players just getting used to the game or for taking down enemies in a hurry. Rosalina: Does a spin attack but has lowest running speed.Perfect for chasing down rabbits or beating others to Stars. Toad: Runs the fastest but cannot jump high and falls fast.Can help avoid landing on dangerous spots or float to reach collectibles. Peach: Can briefly float in the air after jumping, but runs slower.Great for reaching the top of flagpoles or reaching high items. Luigi: Jumps the highest, falls slower, but has lower traction.An all-around good character for competitive and cooperative play. Mario: Balanced running speed, medium traction, and average jump height.VPN Deals: Lifetime license for $16, monthly plans at $1 & more