

Black HolesĪ new gameplay mechanic, Black Holes force Mario or Luigi's death where it may otherwise seem they would be able to live, particularly when falling into spaces at the center of planetoids and other planet-like platforms and objects. Specific elements of gameplay are detailed below. Galaxy also makes the series' first use of a live orchestral soundtrack. The game makes intelligent use of gravity, providing each celestial body in the game with a different gravity field of various strengths, allowing Mario to physically jump from one planet to the next in certain situations. Spinning Mario not only produces an effective all-purpose attack, but is also used to activate certain level design features, launch from star catapults, provide a quick boost of speed underwater, and more. Super Mario Galaxy controls essentially like Super Mario 64, with the addition of a spin mechanic, which is performed by shaking the Wii Remote. As these power stars are returned, further galaxies and special stages are unlocked, providing some of the most unique and inventive level design in the history of the franchise. In order to restore power to the observatory, Mario must travel to neighboring galaxies and explore the planets found within to locate power stars. Mario is tasked with restoring power to the observatory, and is promised that once he does this, he'll be given a ride to the center of the universe, where Princess Peach is being held by Bowser. Mario eventually meets a woman named Rosalina, self-titled "watcher of the stars," who lives in her enormous flying observatory, traveling the cosmos with her friendly star children, the Lumas. Mario attempts to rescue the Princess, only to lose track of her as he too is sent soaring into the universe. As Mario arrives at the centennial Star Festival, Bowser and his armada of airships attack, bringing destruction down upon the kingdom and physically lifting Peach's castle into the heavens.

Super Mario Galaxy takes place in space, high above the Mushroom Kingdom. Overview Many of the characters from Super Mario Galaxy
