How to Beat Space Zone Boss: Tatanga

Defeat Tatanga, Space Zone boss in Super Mario Land 2. Learn attacks, weaknesses, and use Superball Flower or Bunny Mario for victory.

Tatanga, the alien invader from the original Super Mario Land, returns as the boss of the Space Zone. He pilots a flying saucer and attacks by shooting projectiles. The battle takes place in an open space with a few small platforms. To defeat Tatanga, you need to jump on his head three times.

Phases & Attacks:

• Projectile Barrage: Shoots multiple projectiles in various patterns.
• Dive Attack: Occasionally dives down, bringing his head within jumping range.
• Flight Pattern: Flies around the screen, often staying high.

Weakness:

Tatanga's head. Three stomps are required.

Recommended Power-up:

Superball Flower: Highly effective. You can hit Tatanga with Superballs from a distance, even when he's higher up, making the fight much safer and quicker. Three Superball hits will defeat him. Bunny Mario (Carrot): The low gravity combined with Bunny Mario's float gives you excellent air control to dodge projectiles and precisely land on Tatanga's head during his dives.

Strategy:

1. Utilize Low Gravity: Use the low gravity to your advantage for high jumps and controlled descents to dodge projectiles.
2. Wait for the Dive: Tatanga will periodically dive down. This is your primary opportunity to stomp on his head.
3. Superball from Afar: If you have Superballs, keep firing them. You can often hit him even when he's higher up, speeding up the fight.
4. Stay on Platforms: Use the small platforms to gain elevation and avoid falling into the void below.

Reward:

Golden Coin #4