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# Game Controls

### Start Boost

Start Boost is activated if you successfully press "Up" at the exact time.

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### Item Use

After obtaining an item, press "left Ctrl" to use it.

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### Skill Use

Once the skill gauge is full, press "left Alt" to use the skill.

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### Drift

Drift starts when "Left" or "Right" is double-tapped during a turn.

Drift can be maintained up to Level 3.&#x20;

You can activate the drift boost by double-tapping the arrow keys again or pressing "Shift".

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