Don't let Fake Bowser stop your progress in World 7-4. Follow this guide to clear the way and keep moving.
"Reach the axe at the end of the bridge to drop the fake Bowser into the lava — this works on all of them. Alternatively, 5 fireballs will reveal their true form. Each castle's fake Bowser moves slightly faster than the last."
The axe behind the fake Bowser always ends the fight — it is the safest method.
Fake Bowsers get progressively faster in each world.
If you have Fire Mario, 5 fireballs reveal their true form and defeat them.
Duck under their fire breath and run for the axe when the path is clear.
Don't linger on the bridge — get to the axe as quickly as possible.
Level Context
A brutal castle maze with the fastest-spinning firebars in the game. Multiple Hammer Bros and a very convincing fake Bowser await. The looping structure is back — only the upper path leads forward.
Enemy Profile
Learn more about Fake Bowser's variants and sightings across the Mushroom Kingdom.
Watch out for these enemies while navigating the world.