How to Play As Luigi in Super Mario Galaxy

Last Updated: December 23, 2021

Are you tired of playing as Mario? This will teach you how to unlock Luigi as a playable character in Super Mario Galaxy.

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You must have 60 or more stars to do this. Don't worry, it would not be gone forever!
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a new number will appear on the floor next to Rosalina. If you do this AT 60 stars, at 61, the number would say, "59".

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Caution: When you just got Luigi, the star count would drop to zero on Luigi so you can do it all over with Luigi!

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Can I play as Mario and have a second player as Luigi?

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Can Mario and Luigi play as a team?

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No. This game is single player with the exception of a Luma helper (as P2) who can make Mario jump and collect Star Bits.

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The tip about playing as Luigi says to defeat Bowser at 60 stars, then defeat him again once you get all 120 stars. If you can play as Luigi once you get all 120 stars, why fight him at 60 stars?

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I don't think it matters whether you fight Bowser before getting all the stars or not. As long as you have 120 stars when you defeat him, you'll get Luigi.

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After collecting 120 stars with Luigi, you unlock the Finale Galaxy! This galaxy is a Purple Coin version of the Star Festival! Beat it with both Mario and Luigi for a total of 121 Stars!

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Luigi is the same as Mario, except he jumps higher and runs slower. However, the Cosmic races are harder and Luigi has a hard time stopping.

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Since Luigi can't stop as fast as Mario, jumping across small platforms can be tough if you can slide off, so take them nice and steady.

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Don't get too addicted to the game!

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Make sure you don't knock anything over or hit anybody around you.

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Be sure you have your Wii remote strap attached to your wrist.

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Things You'll Need

Nintendo Wii
Super Mario Galaxy disc
Wii Remote
Nunchuck
Television

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