Level-Specific Challenges (Non-Shine)
Beyond the primary objective of collecting Shine Sprites, each area in Super Mario Sunshine offers a wealth of additional challenges. These range from collecting all 100 Yellow Coins to discovering hidden Blue Coins and mastering FLUDD's various nozzles. This section details these non-Shine objectives, providing actionable strategies to help you achieve 100% completion.
Bianco Hills
100 Yellow Coins
- Episode 1: Road to the Big Windmill
- Initial Area: Collect coins from the path leading to the village. Don't miss the coins hidden behind the first few houses.
- Village Square: Spray the M Graffiti on the walls and ground for a quick influx of coins. Defeat any Goombas or Piantas for additional drops.
- River Section: Follow the river upstream, collecting coins along the banks and in the water. Use the Hover Nozzle to safely navigate.
- Windmill Base: Clear the area around the base of the large windmill. There are several coin clusters here.
- Secret: A hidden block containing several coins can be found by spraying a specific spot on the ground near the bridge leading to the windmill. Look for a faint outline.
- Episode 2: Down with Petey Piranha!
- Petey's Arena: While battling Petey Piranha, coins will often appear as he attacks or when you spray him. Collect these carefully.
- Surrounding Area: Before engaging Petey, ensure you've swept the entire area for coins, including those on the elevated platforms.
Blue Coins
Bianco Hills contains 30 Blue Coins. Many are hidden behind graffiti, inside specific objects, or awarded for completing mini-tasks.
- Graffiti Locations:
- M Graffiti: There are numerous "M" graffiti tags scattered throughout the village and along the river. Spray them with water until they disappear to reveal a Blue Coin.
- Shadow Mario Graffiti: In later episodes, Shadow Mario will paint large graffiti patterns. Fully clean these to earn a Blue Coin. One prominent example is on the wall of the large windmill.
- Basket Toss: Near the start of Bianco Hills, you'll find a Pianta next to a basket. Talk to him, then pick up a nearby fruit and throw it into the basket. Successfully landing three fruits will reward you with a Blue Coin.
- Underwater: Dive into the river and explore the deeper sections. Several Blue Coins are submerged, often near ledges or under bridges.
- Windmill Blades: In episodes where the large windmill is active, carefully jump onto its rotating blades. A Blue Coin can be found on one of the blades. Use the Hover Nozzle for precision.
Ricco Harbor
100 Yellow Coins
- Episode 1: Gooper Blooper's Revenge
- Dock Area: Collect coins from the main dock, around the boats, and near the various crates.
- Gantry Crane: Climb the large gantry crane. Coins are scattered along its platforms and beams.
- Blooper Battle: During the fight with Gooper Blooper, coins will drop as you damage him.
- Episode 3: The Secret of Ricco Tower
- Tower Ascent: As you climb Ricco Tower, collect coins from each platform and ledge. Be mindful of enemies.
- Underwater Section: The underwater area beneath the tower contains a significant number of coins. Use the Turbo Nozzle for faster movement if available.
Blue Coins
Ricco Harbor holds 30 Blue Coins. Many require specific FLUDD nozzles or careful exploration.
- Fish Graffiti: Look for large fish-shaped graffiti on walls and the undersides of platforms. Spray them to reveal Blue Coins.
- Underwater Crates: Several crates are submerged in the harbor's waters. Spray them repeatedly to break them open, often revealing Blue Coins.
- Turbo Nozzle Challenge: In episodes where the Turbo Nozzle is available, use it to break through certain weak walls or speed across water to reach otherwise inaccessible platforms containing Blue Coins. One such wall is near the base of the gantry crane.
- Rocket Nozzle Challenge: When the Rocket Nozzle is available, use it to reach high-up ledges or the very top of the gantry crane, where Blue Coins are often placed.
- Hidden Alcoves: Explore behind large structures and under bridges. Ricco Harbor has many nooks and crannies where Blue Coins are tucked away.
Gelato Beach
100 Yellow Coins
- Episode 1: Dune Bud Sand Castle
- Beachfront: Collect coins along the entire stretch of the beach, including those near the water's edge and around the various beach umbrellas.
- Dune Buds: Spraying the Dune Buds will cause them to sprout. Coins often appear around them.
- Coconut Trees: Climb the coconut trees and shake them to drop coconuts. Breaking these can yield coins.
- Episode 4: The Sand Bird
- Sand Bird's Back: While riding the Sand Bird, collect the trails of coins it leaves behind. Be quick and precise with your movements.
- Beach Area (Pre-Sand Bird): Ensure you've swept the beach thoroughly before activating the Sand Bird.
Blue Coins
Gelato Beach features 30 Blue Coins, many of which involve interacting with the environment or specific enemies.
- Sand Mecha-Bowser Graffiti: In later episodes, Shadow Mario will paint large Sand Mecha-Bowser graffiti. Fully clean these for a Blue Coin.
- Dune Bud Sprouting: Spraying certain Dune Buds will not only make them grow but also reveal a Blue Coin once fully sprouted.
- Cataquacks: Some Cataquacks, when defeated by spraying them until they flip over, will drop a Blue Coin.
- Underwater Cave: There's a small underwater cave accessible from the main beach area. Explore it for a hidden Blue Coin.
- Fruit Stands: Spraying certain fruit stands or piles of fruit can sometimes reveal a Blue Coin.