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Super Mario Galaxy 2 for the Nintendo Wii (2010) is a 3D action-platformer and the direct sequel to the 2007 hit Super Mario Galaxy. It is widely recognized for retaining the core gravity-bending mechanics of the first game while introducing extensive new content, including Yoshi, new power-ups, and more challenging level designs. [, , , , ]
Key Features of the Wii Edition
- Gravity-Defying Gameplay: Mario travels across various 3D planets, often playing with gravity to traverse upside-down surfaces and small, spherical worlds.
- Yoshi's Inclusion: Yoshi is featured in several levels, allowing Mario to ride him, use his tongue to grab items/enemies, and consume berries to gain speed, flight, or light abilities.
- New Power-Ups: Players can use new transformations, including the Cloud Flower (creating platforms), the Rock Mushroom (rolling through obstacles), and a drill for tunneling through planets.
- Hub World: Unlike the first game's hub, this version uses "Starship Mario," a small, spaceship planet shaped like Mario's face that allows players to travel between worlds.
- Co-Star Mode: A second player can join using a Wii Remote to control a Co-Star Luma, which can stun enemies, collect Star Bits, and collect items for Mario.
- Difficulty & Structure: The game features 242 stars to collect, including 120 Green Stars and a highly challenging final level, "Grandmaster Galaxy". [, 2, , , ]
Special "DVD Edition" Details
In many regions (specifically Japanese, European, and Australian releases), Super Mario Galaxy 2was sold in a bundle containing a special "Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Beginners" DVD. []
- Contents of the Tutorial DVD: The bonus DVD was created to help new players understand basic controls, techniques, and items to make the challenging game more accessible.
- Region Differences: This tutorial DVD was not included in the North American release, where beginner tips were instead provided via the Nintendo Channel or the official website.[, ]
Physical Package Components
The standard retail version for the Wii generally includes:
- The Super Mario Galaxy 2 game disc.
- The "For Beginners" tutorial DVD (in PAL/JP regions).
- Instruction manual.
- Standard Wii plastic case. [, 2]
The game requires the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller to play.
