How to Get Luigi on New Super Mario Bros. DS

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Do you like Luigi? Are you tired of playing as Mario? Well, there is a way to play as Luigi in New Super Mario Bros, allowing you to mix things up with only a one simple trick.

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Unlocking Luigi in NSMB I

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    Some rumors on the internet claim you need to beat the game before you get Luigi, but this is only true for the sequel, not the original. [1]
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    This is the screen with you three potential save files, allowing you to have three games at once. Do not pick your game just yet.
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    This will work with any file. Make sure the game you want to play has the selection box around it.
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    Keep both of them held down simultaneously.
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    This should unlock the plucky, lanky Luigi to play. You can repeat this procedure anytime you'd rather play with him instead of Mario.
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    You should hear Luigi shout out "Luigi!" if you have done it correctly. If not, turn the DS off and try again.
    • Keep L and R held down the entire time, only letting go after you hear the green bomber's signature voice. [2]
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    Shifting to Luigi is purely cosmetic -- he doesn't have any different stats or playing characteristics. He will have different sound effects and animations, however! [3]
    • Some people believe Luigi has a higher jump, but slips and slides more than Mario. However, there is no evidence of this change from the manufacturers. This is likely because he is more powerful in the game "New Super Luigi U." [4]
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Unlocking Luigi in NSMB II

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    Once you toss off the Koopa King Bowser at the end of World Six, make sure you hit save.
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    Make sure, of course, that you actually save the game, otherwise you'll have to defeat Bowser all over again!
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    This is simply the screen where you pick which game file you want to play on. Don't click one just yet.
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    Don't let go until you finish the next step.
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    You should hear the green-clad plumber shout out a simple "Let's a-Go!" or other quick noise to indicate that you selected him.
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    From here, you can go back through any of the stages as the less-known younger brother of the family. The controls and timing are all identical to the older plumber in red. [5]
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      1. ↑ https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/ds/920787-new-super-mario-bros/answers/175609-how-do-i-play-as-luigi
      2. ↑ http://www.supercheats.com/nintendods/new-super-mario-bros/16789/get-luigi/
      3. ↑ http://www.mariowiki.com/New_Super_Mario_Bros.#Controls
      4. ↑ http://www.mariowiki.com/New_Super_Luigi_U
      5. ↑ http://www.chaptercheats.com/cheat/3ds/109474/New-Super-Mario-Bros-2/unlocks/24523/

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