Controls: Introduction 2

Learn all controls for Super Mario Sunshine, including movement with the Left Analog Stick, jumping, sliding, and using FLUDD.

This guide covers all the controls in Super Mario Sunshine, part of Super Mario 3D All-Stars. For an in-game reminder, press - and then down to Actions.

Moving

Use the Left Analog Stick to move Mario and the Right Analog Stick to adjust the camera. Mario's speed is controlled by the pressure applied to the Left Analog Stick, allowing for walking, running, or tip-toeing. Practice to get a feel for the different walk speeds.

Slide

Press Y whilst running to slide. Sliding on wet surfaces provides extra speed. You can also Slip-Slide by shooting water and sliding simultaneously.

Jumping

• Basic Jump: Press A/B.
• Double and Triple Jump: While running, press A/B to jump, then press A/B again as you land for a double jump. For a triple jump, press A/B as you hit the ground after a double jump.
• Sideways Somersault: Whilst running, make a quick turn to the opposite direction and press A/B. Practice the timing for this tricky move.
• Spin Jump: Rotate the Left Analog Stick and then jump for a long and high jump.
• Wall Jump: Press A/B when jumping towards a wall to jump again off it. Wall jumping is useful for reaching high areas.
• Front Somersault: Press B whilst sliding.
• Backwards Somersault: While spraying water using R, press B.
• Body Slam: Press Y whilst jumping.

FLUDD

FLUDD is essential for shooting water and hovering. To shoot water whilst moving, press ZR. To aim, stop moving and use R to shoot a stream of water, then aim with the Left Analog Stick. Press X to switch between water shooting and hover nozzles. Jump into water and press R or ZR to refill the tank; you cannot spray water if the tank is empty.

• Sprinkler Squirt: Spin the Left Analog Stick and press ZR.