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Donut Ghost House
Super Mario World

Donut Ghost House

Need help navigating the spooky Donut Ghost House in Super Mario World? This guide breaks down the level, including the secret exit, so you can find your way through!

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Need help navigating the spooky Donut Ghost House in Super Mario World? This guide breaks down the level, including the secret exit, so you can find your way through!

Alright, let's tackle the Donut Ghost House! It's a bit of a spooky one, but we'll get through it together. Just follow my lead.

Walkthrough
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    You'll start off heading right. The key here is to keep moving and try not to jump too high. If you jump too high, those pesky ghosts from above will swoop down and get ya. Keep an eye out!
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    Eventually, you'll reach a door at the end of this section. Go on through.
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    Now, inside, you'll find some ghosts. Here's the trick: when your back is turned to them, they'll chase you. But if you face them, they just freeze in place. Remember that, it's super useful!
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    Head up the stairs and go through the next door you see.
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    You'll pop out below. Make your way to the left and hit that yellow block. This will make a P-Switch appear.
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    Now, you need to jump from under the stairs to grab that P-Switch. Once you have it, head back through the door you just came from.
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    Hit the block again! This time, instead of coins, a vine will sprout. Climb that vine all the way up.
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    At the top, you'll find another door. Go through it, and congratulations, you've reached the normal exit!

Secret Exit - Unlocks 'Top Secret Area'

This is where things get a little more advanced, so make sure you've got Mario geared up. Before you even start this level, ensure Mario is Caped. It's also a good idea to have a spare Cape Feather in your item stock, just in case. Ready? Let's go!

  1. Start the level and head right, just like before. Stop when you reach the gap.
  2. Instead of going forward, run back to the left. Now, you need to fly upwards! Aim for the top-left corner of the level. You're looking for a spot where the ceiling has a little gap.
  3. Once you're up there, run to the right. You'll find yourself dropping down onto four blocks. These blocks are hiding 1-Up Green Mushrooms, so grab 'em!
  4. After snagging those extra lives, head into the door that's right there.
  5. And that's it! You've found the secret exit and unlocked the 'Top Secret Area'. Well done!

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