Mystery of the Monkey Cage

Learn how to get the 'Mystery of the Monkey Cage' Power Star in Super Mario 64's Tall, Tall Mountain. Catch Ukiki and follow him to a hidden star!

Alright, let's tackle the "Mystery of the Monkey Cage" Star in Tall, Tall Mountain. This one's a bit of a chase! First things first, you'll need to make your way to the top of the mountain. The fastest way is usually to grab a ride with Hoot the Owl, but you can also climb your way up if you prefer. Once you reach the peak, look for a monkey named Ukiki. This little guy loves to cause trouble! When you find him, you need to catch him. Don't worry, the game will prompt you when you're close enough. After you catch him, you'll have the option to let him go. Go ahead and do that! Now, here's the fun part: follow Ukiki! He'll lead you on a little adventure to a cage. Keep a close eye on him. When he reaches the cage, he'll break it open, and a Power Star will appear. Grab it quickly! If you're playing the Nintendo DS version, Luigi and Wario will need to do the same thing. Yoshi, however, has a bit of an advantage – he can just eat Ukiki! Remember, the paths on Tall, Tall Mountain can be pretty narrow, so watch your step as you chase Ukiki!