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Super Mario 3D All-Stars

Metal-Head Mario Can Move!

Learn how to hit the Metal Cap switch in Super Mario 64's Hazy Maze Cave without using the Metal Cap! A quick guide for Super Mario 3D All-Stars.

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Learn how to hit the Metal Cap switch in Super Mario 64's Hazy Maze Cave without using the Metal Cap! A quick guide for Super Mario 3D All-Stars.

So, you're trying to hit that switch in Hazy Maze Cave but don't want to mess with the Metal Cap? No problem! There's a neat trick you can pull off with a well-timed jump and dive.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    First, head over to the switch you need to activate.
  2. 2
    Look for the signpost nearby. Position Mario just to the right of it.
  3. 3
    Now, get the camera angled so you're looking towards the switch. This is key for lining up your jump.
  4. 4
    Perform a Triple Jump. As you reach the very peak of your jump, hit the dive button.
  5. 5
    If you timed it right, the momentum from the jump and dive should carry you far enough to hit the switch!
Tips
  • When you do the Triple Jump, try not to get too much forward momentum. You want to be high, not necessarily super fast horizontally.
  • As you dive, you can actually hold back slightly on the left stick. This helps control your trajectory and ensures you land on or near the switch instead of sailing past it. It sounds weird, but it works!

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