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Episode 9: Red Coins in the Sand Castle
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Episode 9: Red Coins in the Sand Castle

Guide to collecting all 8 Red Coins in the Sand Castle episode of Gelato Beach in Super Mario Sunshine. Find the hidden Shine!

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Guide to collecting all 8 Red Coins in the Sand Castle episode of Gelato Beach in Super Mario Sunshine. Find the hidden Shine!

Alright, let's dive into Episode 9 of Gelato Beach in Super Mario Sunshine, titled 'Red Coins in the Sand Castle'! This one's a bit of a throwback, as you'll need to head back into Episode 1 to access it. Don't worry, it's pretty straightforward once you know where to look.

Walkthrough
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    First things first, you need to get the Sand Castle to appear. Head towards the beach and look for a specific Dune Bud. It's in line with the beached boat and next to a piece of land that juts out into the water. Spray that particular Dune Bud, and boom – the Sand Castle will spawn!
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    Once the Sand Castle is up, head inside through the archway. You're now in the main part of the episode.
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    To get the red coins to appear, you'll need to ground pound the big red button located on the green platform right in front of you.
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    Now, let's grab those coins! The first 3/8 coins are along a path made of falling sand. You'll need to be quick here, but don't stress too much if you miss a step – the sand platforms do respawn, so you won't get permanently stuck.
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    After those first three, the 4th coin is just ahead, hiding under an arch.
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    Keep an eye out for the 5th and 6th red coins. They're located on the orange corner blocks, one to the left and one to the right of that archway.
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    For the final two, the 7th and 8th coins, you'll need to climb the sand steps. These are on the left and right sides of the center of the structure, floating above those orange blocks. Remember, you can hang out on the orange blocks while the sand platforms rebuild themselves, making it easier to move between sections.
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    Once you've snagged all 8 red coins, the Shine Sprite will appear on that green platform where you hit the red button. Grab it to complete the episode!
Tips
  • Don't panic if you fall off the sand platforms; they do respawn, so you can always try again.
  • Take your time on the orange blocks to let the sand platforms refill if needed.
  • The key is to be quick but also observant, especially when navigating the falling sand paths.

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