Les niveaux les plus difficiles de Mario

Mario's Hardest Levels

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While the world of Super Mario is often synonymous with accessible fun for everyone, some levels are renowned for their extreme difficulty. Whether they come from main games or special modes, these stages have challenged even the most seasoned players. Here is a selection of the most formidable levels in the Mario franchise, from classic to modern episodes.

Summary

1. Champion’s Road – Super Mario 3D World

The final level of Super Mario 3D World (Wii U, then Switch) is a condensed collection of perfectly timed traps:

  • No checkpoints
  • Combinations of conveyor belts, lasers, and synchronized platforms
  • Multiplayer: a true test of coordination

2. The Perfect Run – Super Mario Galaxy 2

  • Only one life
  • No checkpoints
  • Brutal sequence of complex sections

3. Grandmaster Galaxy – Super Mario Galaxy 2

“Normal” version of The Perfect Run with checkpoints:

  • Lasers, trampolines, ultra-precise platforms
  • Ideal for preparing for the ultimate challenge

4. Darker Side of the Moon – Super Mario Odyssey

  • Very long level with no checkpoints
  • Chains many transformations (Cappy captures) from the game
  • No checkpoints throughout the level

5. 2-7: Lakitu’s Wall – Yoshi’s Island

  • Constant rain of Lakitu projectiles
  • Narrow passages, few power-ups

6. Superstar Road-9: Follow That Shell! – New Super Mario Bros. U

  • No power-ups, perfectly timed traps
  • Perfect timing required from start to finish

7. World C-3 – The Lost Levels

  • Unstable side wind
  • Lakitus throwing Spinies on narrow platforms
  • The pinnacle of 8-bit difficulty

8. Pachinko Machine – Super Mario Sunshine

  • Unpredictable physics, inconsistent bounces
  • Unmanageable camera
  • Design often considered unfair

9. Super Expert Mode – Mario Maker / Maker 2

  • Kaizo levels, full of extreme traps
  • Mandatory to clear the level before publishing it
  • Often designed for streaming or speedruns

Comparison Chart of the Hardest Levels

Level Name Game Estimated Difficulty Characteristics
Champion’s Road 3D World 9/10 No checkpoints, multiplayer chaos
The Perfect Run Galaxy 2 10/10 1 HP, no checkpoints
Grandmaster Galaxy Galaxy 2 8.5/10 Version with checkpoints
Darker Side of the Moon Odyssey 9/10 Very long, no checkpoints
Lakitu’s Wall Yoshi’s Island 7.5/10 Incessant projectiles
Follow That Shell! NSMB U 9/10 Pixel-perfect timing
World C-3 Lost Levels 8/10 Wind + Lakitus
Pachinko Machine Sunshine 7/10 Broken physics & camera
Super Expert Mario Maker 10+/10 Kaizo, extreme traps

Bonus: Legendary Records and Speedruns

  • Champion’s Road: completed in just over 2 minutes by the best solo players
  • The Perfect Run: records under 6 minutes, zero errors allowed
  • Super Expert Maker: viral levels like "P-Break" or "U-Break" required several hours of validation by their creators

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FAQ – Hardest Mario Levels

  • What is the hardest Mario level of all?
    “The Perfect Run” is often cited for its brutality and complete lack of tolerance.
  • Are Mario Maker levels harder than official ones?
    Yes, some far exceed Nintendo's standards due to their Kaizo complexity.
  • Is there a hard mode in all Mario games?
    No, but most offer very technical post-game or secret levels.
  • Do speedrunners use these levels?
    Yes, to prove their skill or beat world records.

Conclusion

Whether official or fan-created, the hardest levels in the Mario saga embody the pinnacle of video game challenge. They demand reflexes, memory, perseverance, and composure. And if you've completed them all, then yes, you deserve the title of absolute master of the Mushroom Kingdom.

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