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Super Mario Galaxy 2: characters, Luigi unlock and two-player help

Learn how Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, Lubba and Co-Star Luma help in the original Wii version of Super Mario Galaxy 2.

Edition covered

Original 2010 Wii release. Star totals and Banktoad instructions here follow Wii; the 2025 Nintendo Switch edition changes the final Star Bit requirement to Star Bits on hand.

5 characters · one picture per entry · open a picture for full size.

Characters

Mario in Super Mario Galaxy 2
Main playable hero

Mario

Mario uses jumps, spins and power-ups to cross each galaxy. His steadier traction makes him a useful default when learning narrow platforms.

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Luigi in Super Mario Galaxy 2
Unlockable playable brother

Luigi

Luigi jumps higher and has less traction than Mario. After the first defeat of the final Bowser, he can be selected from Starship Mario.

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Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy 2
Rideable partner

Yoshi

Yoshi swallows targets, swings from flowers and gains temporary abilities from special fruit. His flutter jump helps correct a difficult landing.

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Lubba in Super Mario Galaxy 2
Starship Mario guide

Lubba

Lubba leads the Luma crew aboard Starship Mario and comments on discoveries, passengers and progress through the adventure.

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Co-Star Luma in Super Mario Galaxy 2
Second-player helper

Co-Star Luma

A second Wii Remote controls Co-Star Luma, which can restrain enemies and collect useful items while the first player handles movement.

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Quick notes

  • Choose Mario or unlock Luigi. Mario begins the adventure with the familiar jump and spin moves.
  • Adjust to Luigi’s movement. Luigi’s higher jump can help reach a difficult ledge, but his lower traction makes stopping on small platforms less forgiving.
  • Ride Yoshi when an egg is available. Yoshi is a partner found within specific missions.
  • Use the starship crew and Co-Star Luma. Lubba supplies guidance aboard the ship, while the Toad Brigade provides services such as mail and Star Bit storage.
FIELD NOTE

Try Luigi on a completed mission before tackling a one-health comet challenge.

Picture details

Game artwork belongs to its respective rights holders.

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