Wet-Dry World Walkthrough
This Super Mario 64 Cool, Cool Mountain walkthrough shows you how to collect all Power Stars, including red coins, secrets, and slide challenges.
Follow step-by-step instructions for every mission, from Slip Slidin‘ Away to Wall Kicks Will Work. Learn how to complete the slide, win the penguin race, and master tricky platforming sections.
Whether you’re aiming for 100% completion or just need help with specific stars, this guide covers everything in Cool, Cool Mountain.
Mission 1: Shocking Arrow Lifts!
Turn around at the starting point and jump onto the platform.
Activate the ! switch at the end.
Use the blocks to reach a higher rock platform and enter the structure.
This will raise the water level.
Behind you, floating platforms will appear.
Use them to reach the red platform.
Step onto the arrow blocks — they will move you in the indicated direction.
Follow them across to the other side.
The star is inside the block at the end.
Alternatively, you can use a long jump (Z + A) to skip parts of the section.
Mission 2: Top o‘ the Town
Swim forward from the starting point and take the path upward.
Push the metal block slightly forward and use it to perform a backflip (Z + A).
Jump up to the ledge and head right.
At the end of the path, adjust the water level again.
Cross the wooden plank and continue to the rotating platform.
Adjust the camera if needed and carefully jump onto it.
From there, reach the star.
If you fall, the high water level will catch you.
Mission 3: Secrets in the Shallows & Sky
Set the water level to the lowest setting.
Go to the opposite side and push the metal block underneath the platform.
Activate the block to climb higher.
Be careful of enemies that may throw you off.
Push another metal block into the wall and continue upward.
Adjust the water level if needed.
Activate all five hidden blocks throughout the level.
Once all secrets are found, the star appears near the starting platform.
Mission 4: Express Elevator—Hurry Up!
Set the water level to the lowest point.
Break the block and climb up without raising the water.
Reach the wooden platform at the top and ride it downward.
Jump down quickly to stay ahead of it.
Slow your fall with Z and enter the cage below.
Jump onto the elevator inside — it will carry you directly to the star.
Mission 5: Go to Town for Red Coins
Set the water level to the highest point.
Find the pink Bob-omb on a floating platform and open the cannon.
Use the cannon to reach the hidden city area.
Swim through the tunnel until you arrive.
Lower the water level using the switch near the pyramid.
Collect the Red Coins by breaking boxes and using wall jumps to reach higher areas.
Some coins are located on rooftops and ledges.
After collecting all eight coins, the star appears inside the central building.
Mission 6: Quick Race Through Downtown!
You need the Vanish Cap for this mission.
Return to the hidden city area.
Activate the Vanish Cap and run through the solid walls toward the cage.
Pass through the bars and wait until the effect ends.
Use wall jumps to climb up to the star before time runs out.
Extra: Collect 100 Coins
Collect 100 coins to receive an additional star. There are 152 coins available:
- 8 Red Coins (= 16 Yellow Coins)
- 36 Yellow Coins in ! blocks
- 12 Yellow Coins in wooden boxes
- 11 Yellow Coins from enemies
- 18 Yellow Coins scattered around
- 6 Blue Coins (= 30 Yellow Coins)
- 29 Yellow Coins in the hidden city
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