When it comes to it is a game that has aged quite well. This is made apparent by the fact that people are still playing it, hence why the remake exists. It is truly the type of game that every gamer should play through, as its importance to gaming is immeasurable. It marked the beginning of the mastery of 3D gaming, so praise is truly warranted.
When it comes to the story in this game, it is still quite entertaining as well. This is because there is an abundance of great stars to obtain and it never gets old securing them. However, even with this being the case, there are also some stars that simply do not get the praise that they truly deserve. This may be due to the fact that they are simply forgotten, but even so, they deserve some limelight.
Mario Wings To The Sky
Mario Wings to the Sky is a very fun star in this game, but it is not talked about much. This is likely due to the fact that it is overshadowed by the vast amount of memorable stars in the opening level.
However, this is such an entertaining star to obtain, as it is the first time the player is expected to use the wing cap to complete a task. It definitely can be challenging for beginners, too.
Fall Onto The Caged Island
Fall Onto the Caged Island is a very interesting star in the game. It is a lot of fun to go for this star, as it requires the assistance of the level's owl. Controlling him can be a bit challenging, as he can only hold on to Mario for so long.
However, the idea of a star being this high up in the air is definitely something that is pretty great and it makes this level a bit more difficult to finish too, as it takes practice to master it.
Can The Eel Come Out And Play?
Can the Eel Come Out and Play? is a task that definitely is a bit basic, at first glance. All Mario has to do is safely follow the eel and tap the star to set it free. However, what makes this star so fun is the danger that comes with it.
The eel is a very powerful enemy, which results in Mario receiving a lot of damage if he is touched by it. As a result, it is very easy to lose all of Mario's power when trying to get this star, especially when factoring in that it is underwater too.
Frosty Slide For 8 Red Coins
Frosty Slide for 8 Red Coins is definitely a mission that honestly can be very challenging to finish. There are coins put in various spots that are not clear to the player upon first glance when playing this level.
It also is important to note that these coins also can possess some challenges to secure, as the icy surface can make Mario slip a good amount. It is definitely among the best red coin missions in the game and warrants praise.
Ride Big Boo's Merry-Go-Round
Ride Big Boo's Merry-Go-Round is a star that may be hard for new players to find. However, following the carnival music makes it a bit easier to locate. This is where everything becomes completely bonkers.
Mario has to fight off an array of regular Boos before fighting the boss, Big Boo. From there, the final battle commences for the star. It is definitely a star that offers a little bit of everything and is quite unique.
Hot-Foot-It Into The Volcano
Hot-Foot-It Into the Volcano is a very difficult star to obtain for new players. This is due to the fact that the smallest of mistakes can lead to Mario losing all of his power, as the lava quickly causes damage.
This is a great star in the game, as Mario's efforts make it worth it in the end. The game forces the player to perfect their jumping too, so it definitely is nerve-racking, while also being very fun in the process.
Pole-Jumping For Red Coins
Pole-Jumping For Red Coins is another cool star in this game, as it definitely requires a lot of skill and strategy. It can also bring frustration though, as one mistake with a jump results in Mario having to climb all the way back up.
This is a cool star because it also helps Mario obtain the 100-Coin star from this level and it gives the player the option to get blue coins too. Overall, there is a lot of significance to this red coin mission.
In The Deep Freeze
Upon first glance, it may seem as if In The Deep Freeze is the easiest star in the game. However, this soon changes, as it is a fairly difficult maze to get to the star and the ice does not show the openings.
This is a star that is definitely underrated in that regard, as it is quite unique. It is also one of the most satisfying stars to get, as it can take a lot of time to figure out exactly how to get inside the ice.
Express Elevators -- Hurry Up!
To complete the Express Elevators--Hurry Up! challenge, it requires Mario to climb to the top of the level. From here, Mario has to go to the elevator and jump to the bottom. The wall jump is what gets him to the other side of it and carries him to the star.
This is definitely a star that is pretty time-consuming and a bit difficult for people who are not comfortable with the controls. It is another example of a star that may seem simple at first, but it quickly changes to becoming far more challenging.
Mysterious Mountainside
Mysterious Mountainside is the slide star in this game that just is not talked about enough. Finding this star is very challenging without the help of a game guide, especially for new players.
The slide is actually the hardest in the game, as one false move results in Mario's inevitable demise. It is a pretty cool star when it comes to its design, as well, and it honestly needs far more praise than it receives.
