New Super Mario Bros 2 beginner guide: gold coins and course progress
Separate the coin counter from Star Coins and world routes.
Edition covered
Original Nintendo 3DS base game. Historical Coin Rush DLC is identified separately and is not assumed to be newly purchasable.
Identify the goal of the run
A fast clear, three Star Coins and a high coin total are different targets. Choose one priority when learning a stage so optional detours do not repeatedly cost the goal.
| Counter | Tracks | Does not replace |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary coins | Coin accumulation | Star Coin collection. |
| Star Coins | Three special pickups in a standard course | Secret exits. |
| Course clear | Reaching an exit | Every optional route. |
| Coin Rush record | Score for a three-course challenge | Main-adventure completion. |
Learn the coin-producing mechanics
Gold Rings change enemy coin rewards, while the Gold Flower gives powerful coin-generating attacks. A Gold Block rewards movement for a limited period.
| Feature | Effect | Good use |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Ring | Turns eligible enemies golden | Plan a chain before attacking. |
| Gold Flower | Gold fireballs | Convert suitable blocks and enemies. |
| Gold Block | Produces coins while moving | Keep a safe route moving. |
| Coin trail | Indicates a collection line | Check the landing before following it. |
Preserve a useful power-up
A Raccoon form can reach high routes, and a Mini form accesses small openings. Avoid trading that ability for a single ordinary coin before the route needs it.
Replay once the path is familiar
The game rewards repeated runs. Use an early clear to learn the layout, then return for the missed Star Coins or a deliberate coin chain.
A Raccoon form can reach high routes, and a Mini form accesses small openings. Avoid trading that ability for a single ordinary coin before the route needs it.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Super Mario Wiki: New Super Mario Bros. 2 | www.mariowiki.com |