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Super Mario 64 Hints

How do I get the 2nd star (The Tip Top of the Huge Island)?

  • 1 of 5: First off, play as Huge Mario.
  • 2 of 5: Go near the pipe and get on to the cliff above you.
  • 3 of 5: Enter the pipe on that cliff.
  • 4 of 5: Proceed up the mountain until you see the yellow "!" box.
  • 5 of 5: Jump up to hit the box with your head and the star will appear.