Can you keep a secret

Secret exits, or warp zones, have been hidden away in Mario games ever since the original Super Mario Bros. on the NES. These special pipes allow Mario to skip levels, or entire worlds depending on the game. That is, if you are able to find them. These secret exits are never in obvious locations, often requiring players to go places the game doesn’t even imply you should be able to reach. In Super Mario 3D World , in particular, they are very well hidden and require a bit of skill on top of that. Now that Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury has hit the Nintendo Switch, it is the perfect excuse to revisit the original Wii U title or experience it for the first time if you missed it. These warp zones can help you speed through the early stages if you’re eager to get back to the more difficult levels. Unlike some Mario game warp zones, each one in this game only has one red pipe that will transport you to the next world, instead of a selection like there was in the original. … [Read more...] about All of the secret exits and warp zones in Super Mario 3D World

Despite being short, there’s quite a bit to do in Bowser’s Fury — the side game that comes packaged with Super Mario 3D World for Nintendo Switch. Bowser’s Fury sends you to a small-scale open world on a quest to find Cat Shines, all while keeping safe from the evil Bowser. Though, in this entry, Bowser is quite a bit more evil than in past iterations. You can finish Bowser’s Fury in around 4-5 hours, though if you want to unlock the secret ending, it will take you a little longer. In this guide, we’ll show you everything you’ll need to know about getting the true ending in Bowser’s Fury , along with tips to make it as easy as possible for you. Recommended reading: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury trailer reveals wild new game mode Nintendo reveals special-edition Mario Switch with red-and-blue color scheme How to get rid of Bowser in Bowser’s Fury How to unlock the secret ending in Bowser’s Fury Find all 100 Cat Shines The first — and most time … [Read more...] about How to unlock the secret ending in Bowser’s Fury

The parachute that helped carry NASA’s Perseverance rover to the surface of Mars last week featured a hidden message. And space fans have managed to decode it. During a press conference earlier this week, NASA released breathtaking footage of its spacecraft carrying the car-sized rover toward the Martian surface. Upward facing cameras on the spacecraft’s descent stage showed the deployment of the parachute, which at first glance appeared to display nothing more than a simple red and white design. But during Monday’s news briefing, Allen Chen — the entry, descent, and landing lead for the mission — confirmed that there was actually a hidden message in the pattern, and challenged space fans to work out what it said. Chen said space scientists are always keen to inspire others to enter the field, adding, “[For that purpose] we sometimes leave messages in our work for others to find … so we invite you all to give it a shot and show your work.” It wasn’t long before enthusiastic … [Read more...] about Revealed! The secret message on Perseverance rover’s Mars parachute

As the holidays draw near, buying gifts for the whole family can be a daunting task. Keeping track of everyone is a chore, and figuring out what to buy is even worse. Instead of worrying about last-minute gift ideas, shop as early as now and save yourself time and anxiety. Whether you have a dad who loves poring over his music or a mom who’s passionate about gardening and books, you’ll find a great selection of gifts here. Check out some of our best tech gifts for mom, gifts for dad, teens, kids, and even your beloved pets to get your holiday shopping done early. They will definitely appreciate receiving these innovative and useful presents. Best gifts for Dad Sonos One Speaker This powerful smart speaker is a must-have, especially for the man who loves to listen to his music with smart voice command capabilities. The Sonos One has voice control powered by Amazon’s Alexa so it can be used for asking questions or perhaps keeping tabs on the weather and time. … [Read more...] about The 17 best tech gifts for the whole family

The best thing about podcasts is that they cover everything under the sun. You can find hours of music, history, amazing science, or delightful fiction podcasts. The same is true of the best podcasts for kids. We gathered some of our favorites and broke them down by age, but you might find your elementary school-aged child enjoys the tunes in the preschool list, and teens will definitely enjoy a lot of the content in the other categories as well. While you’re here, why not also check out our pick of the best podcasts of 2021? The best podcasts for kids ages 3 and up Peace Out The perfect bedtime podcast, Peace Out features short stories designed to help kids calm down and relax. They’re guided through breathing and visualization exercises, but for younger kids, just the soothing sound of the narrator’s voice will be enough to lull them off to sleep. For older kids, this is a great introduction to meditation and mindfulness. Apple Podcasts Stitcher Planet … [Read more...] about The best podcasts for kids of any age