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{{about|the flying move performed in various games|other uses of the term "Fly"|[[Fly (disambiguation)]]}}
{{about|the gameplay mechanic|other uses of the term "Fly"|[[Fly (disambiguation)]]}}
[[File:SMW CapeMario.png|thumb||[[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]] flying]]
[[File:SMW CapeMario.png|thumb|Flying is an ability of [[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]], as depicted in ''Super Mario World'']]
'''Flying''' is a move that is directly related to [[jump]]ing. It allows the player to float in the air for a certain period of time. While characters like Mario need a [[List of power-ups|power-up]] to fly, certain enemies like [[Fly Guy]]s and [[Paragoomba]]s can fly without the aid of items.
'''Flying''' in the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]] is an ability in which player characters float in the air either temporarily or as long as desired. While characters such as [[Mario]] need a [[List of power-ups|power-up]] to fly, certain enemies such as [[Fly Guy]]s and [[Paragoomba]]s can fly without the aid of items.


==History==
==History==
===''Super Mario'' series===
===''Super Mario'' series===
====''Super Mario Bros. Special''====
====''Super Mario Bros. Special''====
The first game where Mario is able to fly is ''[[Super Mario Bros. Special]]'', a sequel to ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' The [[Wing (Super Mario Bros. Special)|Wing]] power-up allows him to fly through the air in a manner similar to the game's swimming mechanics.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. Special]]'' can be done by having Mario use the [[Wing (Super Mario Bros. Special)|Wing]] power-up, allowing him to fly through the air similarly to the swimming mechanics.


====''Super Mario Bros. 2''====
====''Super Mario Bros. 2''====
In ''[[Super Mario Bros. 2]]'', when Mario, [[Luigi]], [[Princess Peach|Princess Toadstool]] or [[Toad]] defeat a [[Pidgit]], they are able to use its [[magic carpet]] to fly for a short time.  
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 2]]'' can be done from a [[magic carpet]] temporarily after defeating the [[Pidgit]] on it.  


====''Super Mario Bros. 3''====
====''Super Mario Bros. 3''====
[[File:SMB3 - Raccoon Mario.png|left|thumb|140px|[[Raccoon Mario]] in ''Super Mario Bros. 3''.]]
[[File:SMB3 - Raccoon Mario.png|left|thumb|140px|Flying can be done by [[Raccoon Mario]] in ''Super Mario Bros. 3'']]
In ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', when Mario picks up a [[Super Leaf]], he transforms into [[Raccoon Mario]], and is then able to briefly fly after getting a running start. The [[Tanooki Suit]], a similar item, turns him into [[Tanooki Mario]], which also lets him [[Statue Mario|turn into a statue]]. [[P-Wing|Magic Wing]]s let Raccoon Mario (or Tanooki Mario if a Tanooki Suit is gained while using one) fly indefinitely until he takes damage or grabs a non-flight-based power-up; clearing a level reverts his flying ability back to normal.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'' can be temporarily done by [[Raccoon Mario]] or [[Tanooki Mario]] while the [[P-Meter]] is filled, usually from a running start. Flying can be done indefinitely through the effects of a [[P-Wing|Magic Wing]], until Mario either takes damage, grabs a non-flight-based power-up, or clears the current level.


====''Super Mario World''====
====''Super Mario World''====
In ''[[Super Mario World]]'', Mario can pick up a [[Cape Feather]] to turn into [[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]], which gives him the ability to fly. In the same game, if a mounted [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] eats a [[Shell|Blue Shell]] (or a Blue Yoshi eats a shell), the dinosaur [[Winged Yoshi|gains wings]] and is then able to fly around for as long as the shell is held. Alternately, the same result can be achieved if the mounted Yoshi grabs [[Yoshi's Wings]]. Mario can also steal a [[Lakitu's Cloud]], which also allows him to fly for a while.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario World]]'' can be mainly done by [[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]], though only after a running start, after which he soars as if he were [[glide|gliding]]. Flying can also be done by a [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] eating a [[Shell|Blue Shell]] (or a Blue Yoshi eatinbg a shell), granting him [[Winged Yoshi|wings]] and allowing him to fly around for as long as the shell is held, or if the mounted Yoshi grabs [[Yoshi's Wings]]. Flying can also be temporarily by Mario riding a [[Lakitu's Cloud]].


====''Super Mario 64'' / ''Super Mario 64 DS''====
====''Super Mario 64'' / ''Super Mario 64 DS''====
[[File:WingMarioSM64DS.png|thumb|150px|[[Wing Mario]] flying.]]
[[File:WingMarioSM64DS.png|thumb|150px|Flying can be done by [[Wing Mario]] in ''Super Mario 64'']]
In ''[[Super Mario 64]]'', Mario can break open red [[! Block]]s to obtain the [[Wing Cap]], which allows him to fly for a limited time after he performs a [[Triple Jump]] or uses a [[Cannon]] to take off.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' can be done by [[Wing Mario]] by performing a [[Triple Jump]] or using a [[Cannon]] to take off, but its effects last only as long as the power-up is active. Flying in ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]'' remains an ability exclusive to Wing Mario, this time from collecting wings instead of a [[Wing Cap]], but the [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshis]] are able to obtain Wings in VS. mode.
 
In ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]'', the Wing Cap is replaced by a feather, which is a power-up exclusive to Mario. Only in the VS mode of this version is every character able to fly.


====''New Super Mario Bros.''====
====''New Super Mario Bros.''====
In ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]'', Mario gains the ability to fly after defeating a [[Lakitu]] with a [[Fire Flower]], who then leaves his cloud behind, as in ''Super Mario World''. Mario can also fly for a short amount of time using the [[Spin Block (New Super Mario Bros.)|Spin Block]].
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]'' can be done by riding in a Lakitu's Cloud, like in ''Super Mario World'', or by using a [[Spin Block (New Super Mario Bros.)|Spin Block]] to charge upwards.


====''Super Mario Galaxy''====
====''Super Mario Galaxy''====
[[File:SMG-Flying Mario Art.png|thumb|left|150px|Flying Mario in ''Super Mario Galaxy''.]]
[[File:SMG-Flying Mario Art.png|thumb|left|150px|Flying can be done by Flying Mario in ''Super Mario Galaxy'']]
In ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'', flying returns. Mario can collect the [[Red Star]] to become [[Flying Mario]]. He must jump and then [[spin]] in midair to begin flying for a limited time.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'' can be done by [[Flying Mario]] temporarily, after [[jump]]ing and [[spin]]ning in midair. Flying can also be done by [[Bee Mario]], though his flight is limited by a fly meter, changing color from green, to yellow, and finally to red as they fly. Once the bar is empty, they fall and are unable to fly until the flight meter fills up, which occurs by landing on a stable surface or by collecting [[Coin]]s). [[Boo Mario]] has the ability to float around in midair while the player presses {{button|wii|A}}. In his standard form. Mario can fly only by going through a [[Launch Star]], which puts him on to an automated flight path.
 
Another way to fly is by collecting a [[Bee Mushroom]], which turns the player into [[Bee Mario]]. The player's flight is limited by their fly meter, changing color from green, to yellow, and finally to red as they fly. Once the bar is empty, they fall and are unable to fly until the flight meter fills up, which occurs by landing on a stable surface or by collecting [[Coin]]s). The [[Boo Mushroom]], which transforms the player into [[Boo Mario]], also grants the ability to float in the air while pressing {{button|wii|A}}. Whenever the player goes through a [[Launch Star]], he goes into an automated flight.  
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====''New Super Mario Bros. Wii''====
====''New Super Mario Bros. Wii''====
[[File:NSMBW Propeller Mario.png|thumb|80px|[[Propeller Mario]] flying.]]
[[File:NSMBW Propeller Mario.png|thumb|80px|Flying can be done by [[Propeller Mario]] in ''New Super Mario Bros. Wii'']]
In ''[[New Super Mario Bros. Wii]]'', the player is able to fly after obtaining a [[Propeller Mushroom]] or grabbing a [[Propeller Block]], and shaking the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]]. The player can also steal Lakitu's Cloud to fly around for a while, as in the previous game.
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. Wii]]'' can be done by [[Propeller Mario]], if the player shakes the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]], making him charge upwards similarly to the Spin Block from ''New Super Mario Bros.'' Like in ''New Super Mario Bros.'', flying is also doable from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily through the same means.


====''Super Mario Galaxy 2''====
====''Super Mario Galaxy 2''====
Flight returns in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]'', in the same way as it appeared in ''Super Mario Galaxy'', with the exception of the Red Star. [[Yoshi]] can also fly in this game by using the [[Blimp Berry]] to hover for a certain amount of time.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]'' is performed in the same ways as in ''Super Mario Galaxy'', except Flying Mario, who does not return. Flying can additionally be done by [[Blimp Yoshi]] for a certain amount of time, during which the player is given some freedom to control his movement.


====''Super Mario 3D Land''====
====''Super Mario 3D Land''====
Despite the return of Super Leaves, [[P-Wing]]s, and the Tanooki form in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'', the player cannot fly by using those items (though Mario and the Toads from the intro are shown doing so in the ending cutscene); [[Statue Leaf|Statue Leaves]] (which replace Tanooki Suits in this game) also don't give flight. [[Propeller Box]]es are used to fly upward instead, like in ''New Super Mario Bros. Wii''.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'' is only done from using [[Propeller Box]]es, since Raccoon Mario and even the P-Wing item does not allow for flying in this game and future 3D installments of the [[Super Mario (series)|''Super Mario'' series]]. Despite this, Mario and the [[Toad (species)|Toads]] from the intro are seen flying in the ending cutscene.


====''New Super Mario Bros. 2''====
====''New Super Mario Bros. 2''====
[[File:Raccoon Mario - New Super Mario Bros 2.png|thumb|left|150px|Raccoon Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. 2''.]]
[[File:Raccoon Mario - New Super Mario Bros 2.png|thumb|left|150px|Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. 2''.]]
In ''[[New Super Mario Bros. 2]]'', the Raccoon form and its flight returns, though players can fly by just holding the jump button, unlike in ''Super Mario Bros. 3''. The ability to steal Lakitu's Cloud also returns.
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. 2]]'' is doable as Raccoon Mario, like in ''Super Mario Bros.'', but unlike said game, players can fly by just holding the jump button. Lakitu's Cloud can also be used to fly temporarily through the same means as before.


====''New Super Mario Bros. U''====
====''New Super Mario Bros. U''====
[[File:NSMBU Flying Squirrel Mario Artwork.png|thumb|right|150px|Flying Squirrel Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. U'']]
[[File:NSMBU Flying Squirrel Mario Artwork.png|thumb|150px|Flying can be done by Flying Squirrel Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. U'']]
In ''[[New Super Mario Bros. U]]'', the player can obtain a [[Super Acorn]] to transform into [[Flying Squirrel Mario]]. This allows them to glide, similar to Raccoon Mario or Caped Mario. They can also obtain a [[P-Acorn]] to transform into [[P Flying Squirrel Mario]]. This grants them the same abilities as the Super Acorn, but without the need to touch the ground to continue flying, though only for one level.
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. U]]'' can be accomplished from [[Flying Squirrel Mario]] or [[P Flying Squirrel Mario]] gliding in the air, similarly to Raccoon Mario or Caped Mario. Flying can be done continually by P Flying Squirrel Mario without touching the ground, although the effects wear off after one level.


====''Super Mario 3D World'' / ''Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury''====
====''Super Mario 3D World'' / ''Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury''====
Super Leaves, the Tanooki form, and Propeller Boxes return in ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'' and ''[[Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury]]'', acting as they do in ''Super Mario 3D Land''.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'' and [[Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury|its Nintendo Switch version]] can be done using Propeller Boxes, like in ''Super Mario 3D Land''.


====''Super Mario Maker'' / ''Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS'' / ''Super Mario Maker 2''====
====''Super Mario Maker'' / ''Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS'' / ''Super Mario Maker 2''====
In ''[[Super Mario Maker]]'', ''[[Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS]]'', and ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'', the Super Leaf and Raccoon form, Cape Feather and Cape form, and Propeller Mushroom and Propeller form return in the ''Super Mario Bros. 3'', ''Super Mario World'', and ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' styles, respectively, working as they do in the respective games. Lakitu's Cloud can also be stolen or placed standalone in all styles (bar the ''Super Mario 3D World'' style), and the ([[Fire Koopa Clown Car|Fire]]) [[Koopa Clown Car]] ([[Junior Clown Car]] in the ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' style) works and is available similarly.
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Maker]]'', [[Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS|its Nintendo 3DS version]], and ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'' can be done by Raccoon Mario, Cape Mario, and Propeller Mario in the ''Super Mario Bros. 3'', ''Super Mario World'', and ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' styles, respectively, functionally identical as in the original games. Flying can also be done from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily, but this time there is the option to either stole or place a standalone on (except in the ''Super Mario 3D World'' style of ''Super Mario Maker 2''). Flying can be similarly done with the ([[Fire Koopa Clown Car|Fire]]) [[Koopa Clown Car]] ([[Junior Clown Car]] in the ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' style).


====''Super Mario Odyssey''====
====''Super Mario Odyssey''====
Certain [[capture]]s in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' allow Mario to fly, like Paragoombas and [[Glydon]].
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' becomes possible from certain [[capture]]s, such [[Paragoomba]]s and [[Glydon]].
 
===''Super Princess Peach''===
Flying in ''[[Super Princess Peach]]'' can be done by [[Princess Peach]] while the [[Joy (vibe)|Joy]] [[vibe]] is active.


===''Wario: Master of Disguise''===
===''Wario: Master of Disguise''===
In ''[[Wario: Master of Disguise]]'', [[Wario]] can turn into [[Wicked Wario]]. The player must then blow into the [[Nintendo DS#Microphone|Microphone]] to make him fly.
Flying in ''[[Wario: Master of Disguise]]'' can be done by [[Wicked Wario]] if the player blows into the [[Nintendo DS#Microphone|Microphone]].
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===''Yoshi'' franchise===
Flying in ''[[Yoshi's Woolly World]]'', [[Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World|its Nintendo 3DS version]], and ''[[Yoshi's Crafted World]]'' can be done by a [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] entering [[Winged Yoshi|Mellow Mode]].


==Official profiles==
==Profiles==
===''Super Mario Bros. 3''===
===''Super Mario Bros. 3''===
*'''Wii Virtual Console manual description:''' ''"As Tanooki Mario or Raccoon Mario, run until the P on the power meter at the bottom of the screen lights up, then press {{button|wii|2}} repeatedly to fly."''
*'''Wii Virtual Console manual description:''' ''"As Tanooki Mario or Raccoon Mario, run until the P on the power meter at the bottom of the screen lights up, then press {{button|wii|2}} repeatedly to fly."''
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==Names in other languages==
==Names in other languages==
{{foreign names
{{foreign names
|Fra=Voler
|Fre=Voler
|FraM=Fly
|FreM=Fly
|Spa=Volar
|Spa=Volar
|SpaM=Fly
|SpaM=Fly
|Ita=Volo
|ItaM=Fly
}}
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Latest revision as of 14:18, May 13, 2024

This article is about the gameplay mechanic. For other uses of the term "Fly", see Fly (disambiguation).
Artwork of Caped Mario
Flying is an ability of Caped Mario, as depicted in Super Mario World

Flying in the Super Mario franchise is an ability in which player characters float in the air either temporarily or as long as desired. While characters such as Mario need a power-up to fly, certain enemies such as Fly Guys and Paragoombas can fly without the aid of items.

History[edit]

Super Mario series[edit]

Super Mario Bros. Special[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Bros. Special can be done by having Mario use the Wing power-up, allowing him to fly through the air similarly to the swimming mechanics.

Super Mario Bros. 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Bros. 2 can be done from a magic carpet temporarily after defeating the Pidgit on it.

Super Mario Bros. 3[edit]

Artwork of Raccoon Mario in Super Mario Bros. 3
Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in Super Mario Bros. 3

Flying in Super Mario Bros. 3 can be temporarily done by Raccoon Mario or Tanooki Mario while the P-Meter is filled, usually from a running start. Flying can be done indefinitely through the effects of a Magic Wing, until Mario either takes damage, grabs a non-flight-based power-up, or clears the current level.

Super Mario World[edit]

Flying in Super Mario World can be mainly done by Caped Mario, though only after a running start, after which he soars as if he were gliding. Flying can also be done by a Yoshi eating a Blue Shell (or a Blue Yoshi eatinbg a shell), granting him wings and allowing him to fly around for as long as the shell is held, or if the mounted Yoshi grabs Yoshi's Wings. Flying can also be temporarily by Mario riding a Lakitu's Cloud.

Super Mario 64 / Super Mario 64 DS[edit]

Flying can be done by Wing Mario in Super Mario 64

Flying in Super Mario 64 can be done by Wing Mario by performing a Triple Jump or using a Cannon to take off, but its effects last only as long as the power-up is active. Flying in Super Mario 64 DS remains an ability exclusive to Wing Mario, this time from collecting wings instead of a Wing Cap, but the Yoshis are able to obtain Wings in VS. mode.

New Super Mario Bros.[edit]

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. can be done by riding in a Lakitu's Cloud, like in Super Mario World, or by using a Spin Block to charge upwards.

Super Mario Galaxy[edit]

Artwork of Flying Mario from Super Mario Galaxy
Flying can be done by Flying Mario in Super Mario Galaxy

Flying in Super Mario Galaxy can be done by Flying Mario temporarily, after jumping and spinning in midair. Flying can also be done by Bee Mario, though his flight is limited by a fly meter, changing color from green, to yellow, and finally to red as they fly. Once the bar is empty, they fall and are unable to fly until the flight meter fills up, which occurs by landing on a stable surface or by collecting Coins). Boo Mario has the ability to float around in midair while the player presses A Button. In his standard form. Mario can fly only by going through a Launch Star, which puts him on to an automated flight path.

New Super Mario Bros. Wii[edit]

Artwork of Propeller Mario in New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Flying can be done by Propeller Mario in New Super Mario Bros. Wii

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. Wii can be done by Propeller Mario, if the player shakes the Wii Remote, making him charge upwards similarly to the Spin Block from New Super Mario Bros. Like in New Super Mario Bros., flying is also doable from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily through the same means.

Super Mario Galaxy 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Galaxy 2 is performed in the same ways as in Super Mario Galaxy, except Flying Mario, who does not return. Flying can additionally be done by Blimp Yoshi for a certain amount of time, during which the player is given some freedom to control his movement.

Super Mario 3D Land[edit]

Flying in Super Mario 3D Land is only done from using Propeller Boxes, since Raccoon Mario and even the P-Wing item does not allow for flying in this game and future 3D installments of the Super Mario series. Despite this, Mario and the Toads from the intro are seen flying in the ending cutscene.

New Super Mario Bros. 2[edit]

Raccoon Mario artwork from New Super Mario Bros. 2
Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in New Super Mario Bros. 2.

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. 2 is doable as Raccoon Mario, like in Super Mario Bros., but unlike said game, players can fly by just holding the jump button. Lakitu's Cloud can also be used to fly temporarily through the same means as before.

New Super Mario Bros. U[edit]

Artwork of Mario from New Super Mario Bros. U
Flying can be done by Flying Squirrel Mario in New Super Mario Bros. U

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. U can be accomplished from Flying Squirrel Mario or P Flying Squirrel Mario gliding in the air, similarly to Raccoon Mario or Caped Mario. Flying can be done continually by P Flying Squirrel Mario without touching the ground, although the effects wear off after one level.

Super Mario 3D World / Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury[edit]

Flying in Super Mario 3D World and its Nintendo Switch version can be done using Propeller Boxes, like in Super Mario 3D Land.

Super Mario Maker / Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS / Super Mario Maker 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Maker, its Nintendo 3DS version, and Super Mario Maker 2 can be done by Raccoon Mario, Cape Mario, and Propeller Mario in the Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, and New Super Mario Bros. U styles, respectively, functionally identical as in the original games. Flying can also be done from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily, but this time there is the option to either stole or place a standalone on (except in the Super Mario 3D World style of Super Mario Maker 2). Flying can be similarly done with the (Fire) Koopa Clown Car (Junior Clown Car in the New Super Mario Bros. U style).

Super Mario Odyssey[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Odyssey becomes possible from certain captures, such Paragoombas and Glydon.

Super Princess Peach[edit]

Flying in Super Princess Peach can be done by Princess Peach while the Joy vibe is active.

Wario: Master of Disguise[edit]

Flying in Wario: Master of Disguise can be done by Wicked Wario if the player blows into the Microphone.

Yoshi franchise[edit]

Flying in Yoshi's Woolly World, its Nintendo 3DS version, and Yoshi's Crafted World can be done by a Yoshi entering Mellow Mode.

Profiles[edit]

Super Mario Bros. 3[edit]

  • Wii Virtual Console manual description: "As Tanooki Mario or Raccoon Mario, run until the P on the power meter at the bottom of the screen lights up, then press Two Button repeatedly to fly."

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
French Voler[?] Fly
Italian Volo[?] Fly
Spanish Volar[?] Fly