How do Sparks work in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

Mario + Rabbids is the follow-up to the highly popular Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. It brings back many fan-favorite features as well as introduces new ones. One mechanic that plays a huge role in the story and combat is the Sparks. This may leave you wondering how Sparks work in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope.

Sparks are essentially the Rabbid version of Lumas. They can be equipped for your characters, and there are various ones you must find and rescue. Each Spark provides a unique ability, so they can really shake up how you play through combat.

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How to use Sparks in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

To use Sparks in Mario + Rabbids, press the L button with your character selected. This will bring up the Spark you are equipped with and their ability. Once you have moved your character into position, activate your Spark by pressing the A button. Some Sparks can affect multiple characters if they are within range.

Some Sparks provide boosts to your characters' abilities or attacks, so make sure you are positioning your team to get the maximum bonuses from your Sparks. Each Spark has different abilities, allowing you to create and use different strategies. Each character can also be equipped with multiple Sparks, so make sure you have the right one ready when using a Spark ability.

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