: A new photo falls to the ground revealing that Luigi is being held captive by a Koopa Troopa and a Peepa.
: After navigating World 8, Mario defeats Bowser and uses his Tanooki powers to carry the Princess back to her castle, restoring the Tail Tree in the process. The Special Worlds The story continues after the credits roll: Super Mario 3D Land 3DS ROM (EUR/USA) (Gateway/...
: Mario must complete the Special Worlds to rescue Luigi from Dry Bowser, after which Luigi becomes a playable character. : A new photo falls to the ground
: After completing Special World 8, a final letter arrives showing Bowser has kidnapped Peach yet again, requiring one more rescue mission to truly finish the game. : After completing Special World 8, a final
: Mario travels through eight linear worlds, receiving occasional "postcards" (letters) that show Peach's attempts to escape and her eventual recapture by Bowser.