How to Beat Heavy Metal Mecha-Bowser in Super Mario Galaxy Without Spring Mushrooms

This level of Super Mario Galaxy is particularly tough because it forces players to play as Spring Mario, which can be very difficult to control. But there is a secret to getting through this level without turning into Spring Mario at all. Follow these steps to make the tough, high jumps that appear to require the spring mushroom.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• Nintendo Wii console
• Super Mario Galaxy disc
• Wiimote
• Nunchuck attachment

1. Advance through the level until you reach a point that appears to require a high Spring Mario jump to continue. The tall jumps you need to make immediately follow most spring mushroom locations.
2. Stand about two Mario-sized paces away from the wall you need to jump on top of and position yourself with your back to the wall.
3. Perform a backflip jump by holding "Z" and then pressing "A." At the height of your backflip jump, shake the Wiimote to perform a spin attack and float a little higher.
4. At the height of your spin attack, steer yourself into the wall and press "A" again right after you come into contact with it. This will make Mario perform a wall-jump. At the height of this jump, shake the Wiimote to do another spin attack and float a little more. This should give you the height you need to get on top of the wall.

Tips & Warnings

• This trick works in every place that is supposed to require the spring mushroom.
• Experiment with your starting position so that you can land the wall-jump immediately after your first spin attack without touching the wall during your backflip.
• You need to time all of your jumps and spins perfectly to do this, but it may still be easier than using the spring mushroom.