World 8 (Super Mario 3D Land)
World 8 is the eighth and final normal world that Mario travels to in Super Mario 3D Land. World 8 contains eight levels and no Toad Houses or Mystery Boxes unlike other worlds. This world also consists of two areas, the first containing five levels and Bowser's first castle, and the second containing the sixth level and Bowser's second castle, which is considerably larger than the first as it takes up the entire second part of World 8.
World Description
World 8 takes place in a volcanic, mountainous area with thin, yet tall volcanoes scattered around. There are also large, black rockes floating in the lava. The first part of World 8 takes place in a solid red area, while the second part of World 8 is a dark red color with Bowser's Castle spanning across the entire section of the map.
Levels
| Level | Preview | Description |
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| World 8-1 | 
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A sort of stronghold with a multitude of Spiked Ball launchers throughout. |
| World 8-2 | 
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A grassy area with Burners and square poles that move along rails. |
| World 8-3 | 
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An athletic stage with rotating platforms. Every platform in this stage has the semblance of being made of cardboard. Requires 80 Star Medals to be unlocked. |
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The third ghost house in this game. Features portions of the floor floating across gaps, along with a brief Switchboard segment. |
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An obscure castle level with Bullet Bills and Red-Blue Panels. |
World 8- Bowser's Castle 1
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The first of two castles in this world. Bowser is fought at the end. Requires 90 Star Medals to be unlocked. |
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A slightly derelict castle/lava level, featuring several platforms that can be moved by Mario's weight. |
| World 8-Bowser's Castle 2
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The second castle in the world, and the final level in the game's main story. The true Bowser is encountered a final time here. Requires 100 Star Medals to be unlocked. |
