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Faster than a Speeding Penguin
Super Mario 3D All-Stars

Faster than a Speeding Penguin

Learn how to beat the speedy penguins in the Sea Slide Galaxy's 'Faster than a Speeding Penguin' mission in Super Mario 3D All-Stars. Get the Power Star!

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Learn how to beat the speedy penguins in the Sea Slide Galaxy's 'Faster than a Speeding Penguin' mission in Super Mario 3D All-Stars. Get the Power Star!

Alright, so you've landed in the Sea Slide Galaxy and you're ready to snag another Power Star. This one's called 'Faster than a Speeding Penguin,' and it's all about a race! You'll start on the same island as the last Power Star you probably grabbed. Look around, and you'll see a bunch of penguins getting ready to race. To join in, just chat with the red penguin wearing the swimming cap and goggles. He'll ask if you want to race, and all you gotta do is say 'yes'.

After that, BAM! You'll be zapped to the starting line in the water with the other racers. A countdown will kick off, and then it's go time!

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Start the Race: As soon as the race begins, dive down a bit and start spamming your spin attack. Seriously, just keep spinning! This is the fastest way to move through the water. Keep it up until you spot the first Red Shell. Hop on that thing – it's your ticket to victory.
  2. 2
    Ride the Red Shell: Riding the Red Shell makes you way faster than the other penguins. Your main job now is to stay on course and, more importantly, avoid any enemies or hazards that might knock you off. Don't sweat it if you do fall off, though! There are more Red Shells scattered throughout the course, so you'll find another one soon enough.
  3. 3
    Use Speed Boosts: The rest of the race is pretty straightforward. You'll come across these glowing rings. If you swim through them, you'll get a nice speed boost, which is super helpful for pulling ahead of the competition.
  4. 4
    Cross the Finish Line: Keep going, stay in first place, and once you complete the lap, you'll be automatically warped back to the starting island. A penguin will be waiting there to hand you the Power Star as your prize!
Tips
  • Keep spinning underwater to gain speed quickly at the start.
  • Don't miss the Red Shells – they're essential for maintaining your lead.
  • Swim through the speed boost rings whenever you see them to get an extra edge.

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