In a departure from previous 2D Super Mario titles, Super Mario Bros. Wonder features a unique twist: all playable characters (with the exception of Yoshi and Nabbit, who are immune to damage) share identical abilities. Yes, it’s quite a surprise! But don’t fret: special abilities haven’t been entirely scrapped. Instead, Wonder introduces a novel mechanic known as Badges, which can modify the traits of each character. You’ll find a variety of Badges that can boost your jumping, enable gliding, or even provide a grappling hook-like function.
But there’s one Badge that truly stands out from the rest — the secret and final “Sound Off?” Badge. How can you unlock this enigmatic Badge, and what wonders does it bring? Read on to uncover the answers.
What is the “Sound Off?” Badge in Super Mario Bros. Wonder
The “Sound Off?” Badge is arguably one of the quirkiest Badges the game features. Upon activation, it transforms all in-game sound effects into a unique acapella-style rendition, featuring a human actor beatboxing the effects. Unlike most other Badges, this one doesn’t introduce any additional gameplay alterations.
How do I unlock the “Sound Off?” Badge in Super Mario Bros. Wonder?
Earning the “Sound Off?” Badge is no walk in the park. To secure this unique Badge, you must journey through the game until you reach the elusive secret world levels. Upon reaching this point, you’ll encounter a daunting trial known as “The Final-Final Test Badge Marathon,” a challenge unlike any other you’ve faced in the game. It’s a true test of skill and perseverance, even for seasoned Mario players. But if you manage to conquer this final obstacle, the coveted “Sound Off?” Badge will be yours! Best of luck on your journey!
| Badge | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Parachute Cap | Slowly descend from great heights using your hat | Pipe Rock Plateau - Poplin House |
| Invisibility | Become invisible to everyone | Sunbaked Desert - Special Stage |
| Wall Climb Jump | Preform a jump using walls | World 1 - Challenge Course |
| Crouching High Jump | Crouch and charge for a high jump. Just like in Mario 2! | |
| Grappling Vine | Use vines like a grappling hook to stick to walls | World 4 |
| Coin Magnet | Coins will gravitate towards to player | |
| Dolphin Kick | Faster Swimming underwater. Breaks blocks | Petal Isles - Special Stage |
| Timed High Jump | Time consecutive jumps just right to jump higher than usual. | Sunbaked Desert - Poplin Shop |
| Floating High Jump | Jump higher than usual and float | Fluff Puff Peaks - Bonus Level |
| Saftey Bounce | Bounce off lava or other traps | Fluff - Puff Peaks - Poplin Shop |
| Sensor | Find Items Easily | Fungi Mines - Poplin Gift Near Bridge |
| Coin Reward | Earn coins for defeating Enemies | Deep Magma Bog - Poplin Shop |
| Auto Super Mushroom | Start course with a Super Mushroom | Pipe Rock Plateau - Win Wiggler Race |
| Jet Run | Non Stop Dashing Fun | |
| Fast Dash | Dash a little faster than usual. You'll walk a little faster too. | Sunbaked Desert - Poplin Shop |
| All Bubble Power | Change into Bubble form when you collect any power up | Post Game - Poplin Shop |
| All Drill Power | Change into Drill form when you collect any power-up | Post Game - Poplin Shop |
| All Elephant Power | Change into Elephant from when you collect any power-up | Post Game - Poplin Shop |
| All Fire Power | Change into Fire Form with any power-up | Post Game - Poplin Shop |
| Sound Off? Badge | All sound effect are now a preformed by a human | Post Game - Clear All Special Worlds |
| Boosting Spin Jump | get an extra jump in mid-air | World 5 |
| Spring Feet | Perpetually hop along | Fluff Puff Peaks - Challenge Level |
| Rhythm Jump | Earn Coins b Jumping in time with the beat | Sunbaked Desert - Bonus Stage |
| Add ! Blocks | Add ! Blocks to a Course | Petal Isles - Poplin Shop |
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