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Sometimes after getting a star in Super Mario Galaxy 2 for the Nintendo Wii, often after playing as Luigi, I will get a message similar to:

A ghost has appeared in the some galaxy name galaxy!

What does this mean?

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It happens whenever you play through a level as Luigi.

It means you've unlocked the developer time trial ghost -- a translucent Luigi near the start of the level that races to the end when you get near it.

You don't get anything for beating the ghost, however.

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Awesome, I'll go back and look for that. Thanks! – Josh Aug 29 '10 at 16:56
It doesn't always race to the end, sometimes, it gives you hints for alternate routes. – alexanderpas Aug 29 '10 at 17:06
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Actually, it always runs to either an alternate route or hidden item. – user2974 Aug 29 '10 at 18:55
Thanks @Powerlord! Now I'm definitely going to go back and look for it! Is there any indication on the map when a ghost has appeared? – Josh Aug 29 '10 at 20:54
There is some indication when you roll over the level on the map screen, though I can't remember what exactly. – Raven Dreamer♦ Aug 29 '10 at 20:59
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