World 7-A is a level found in New Super Mario Bros. This level can only be unlocked by finding the Secret Exit in World 7-5.
Overview[]
This level is unique as it takes place in a pipe maze, filled with Piranha Plants and Squigglers, similar to the Pipe Land levels from Super Mario Bros. 3.
Walkthrough[]
Mario will start off the level outside, and enters the Warp Pipe to enter the pipe maze. To navigate your way through, first go in between the red blocks and a green Warp Pipe to hit three Invisible Blocks to be able to enter it to find the first Star Coin right off the bat. Afterwards, head to the upper pipe where the Squiggler came out of.
In the next segment, head to the east corner to enter a Cannon Pipe. As Mario descends low enough, Wall Jump to enter another Warp Pipe to an isolated area with the second Star Coin. Then exit and take the left pipe below the green blocks.
Continue navigating upwards towards the maze and you'll eventually hit the Checkpoint Flag where the red Koopa Troopa is. Continute dodging the Squigglers and Piranha Plants and take the next available pipe up. Avoid the Piranha Plant that will immediately pop out, then rush east to find a blue ? Block that holds a Mini Mushroom, which is required for the final Star Coin. Head back to the pipe you just came out of, then wall-jump upwards to enter a mini Warp Pipe leading to some more Coins and the last Star Coin.
Before heading out, activate any saved items in your inventory like a Super Mushroom or Fire Flower, as there will be more Piranha Plants and a Squiggler to avoid before reaching the end. Once there, hit the yellow block three times to raise three other blocks to allow Mario to enter the pipe, and reach the Goal Pole from outside.
Enemies[]
Star Coins[]
- Star Coin 1: At the beginning of the area, Mario must hit three invisible coin blocks and then go into the pipe to find the Star Coin.
- Star Coin 2: Mario must shoot himself up by using the Pipe Cannon and then wall-jump and go up the pipe to find the Star Coin.
- Star Coin 3: Near the end of the level, a Mini Mushroom from a nearby ? Block must be used to go up the pipe in the top left corner.