Pro Tip of the Day - super mario 64 http://protipoftheday.com/taxonomy/term/65/0 en Pro Tip: Super Mario 64: heal up by swimming http://protipoftheday.com/node/50 <p>In Super Mario 64, Mario has a new power meter with eight wedges. On land, when he gets damaged, wedges are removed, and when he collects coins, the wedges are restored. Underwater works mostly the same way, except health is removed as Mario is holding his breath, and is restored when he takes a breath. It just so happens that you can use this mechanic to your advantage. First, injure Mario as much as you want.</p> <div align="center"><img src="http://protipoftheday.com/sites/default/files/sm64_hydrohealth1.jpg" /></div> <p>Then, find some water. Hop in and get Mario positioned so that he's treading water with his head just above the surface and blam!</p> <div align="center"><img src="http://protipoftheday.com/sites/default/files/sm64_hydrohealth2.jpg" /></div> <p>Full health!</p> n64 pro tip super mario 64 Sat, 06 Dec 2008 18:50:22 +0000 Will 50 at http://protipoftheday.com