Super Mario 3D Land Guide
2011 · 3D platformerGame guides
| Guide | What you will find |
|---|---|
 Getting started | Read compact 3D courses and use power-ups to improve landings. |
 Characters | Know who is playable and how Luigi changes platforming. |
| Power-ups | Compare standard forms, special-world tools and assistance items. |
 Star Medals | Track the three medal slots and plan returns for locked courses. |
 Special Worlds | Understand what opens after the first ending and track later objectives. |
At a glance
| Focus | What to know |
|---|---|
| Use the Tanooki float to control landings | A slower descent can correct a jump. |
| Collect Star Medals as you progress | Later gates require accumulated medals. |
| Treat Special Worlds as more campaign | The first ending is not the final set of courses. |
Characters Character guide →
| Character | Role | At a glance |
|---|---|---|
| Mario | Hero | The initial playable character. |
| Luigi | Unlockable hero | Rescued in Special 1’s castle and then playable. |
| Peach | Princess | The rescue objective shown in story letters. |
| Bowser | Main antagonist | Commands the castle encounters. |
| Boom Boom | Boss | Appears in enclosed boss arenas. |
| Pom Pom | Boss | Uses projectiles and arena pressure. |
Quick answers
| Topic | Go straight to |
|---|---|
| Characters | Unlock Luigi through Special World progress → |
| Special Worlds | Continue beyond the initial ending → |
Pictures All pictures →
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Super Mario 3D Land: game and edition overview | www.mariowiki.com |