"Let's-a go!".Nintendo has just rolled out its latest update for the 'Nintendo Music' app and this week it's added the soundtrack from Super Mario 64.All up, it contains 36 tracks with a runtime of 49 minutes. You can enjoy the famous title theme music, Peach's Castle, a nice jingle with Cool, Cool Mountain, and even Piranha Plant's Lullaby (Piano Version). Here's every track included in this latest update:Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Image: Square EnixDragon Quest creator Yuji Horii has dedicated much of his life to the legendary role-playing series and it doesn't seem like he wants to slow down any time soon.Speaking to Famitsu recently, the 70-year-old mentioned how he intends to continue making games. Here's a translation of what he had to say, courtesy of GamesRadar:Yuji Horii: "I think I'll continue to make games for a long time... I've never thought about retirement. After all, I'll always be a game designer."His work is set to continue with the next entry Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate - the next mainline entry in the series featuring a darker tone. Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is also on the way.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube789kWatch on YouTube Horii was recently acknowledged for his life's work in Japan, winning a Cultural Affairs' Commissioner's Award - an award given to individuals who have made a distinguished accomplishment in artist and cultural activities (via GoNintendo).Here's what he had to say in response to this and you can see some photos of Horii winning this award in the social media post below:"It was an honor to receive this award from the Commissioner of the Agency for Cultural Affairs. Looking back, about 40 years ago, games were blamed for crimes and were widely frowned upon, but after so many years, they have come to be recognized as a culture by the country. I am deeply moved. I look forward to your continued support for the game industry."This special occasion follows the release of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake on the Switch and multiple other platforms in November. In our review on Nintendo Life, we called this latest revival a faithful adaptation of a treasured RPG classic and thought it was a great way to relive the original title: The wait is finally overIt's not much but it's something...One for the agesWhat are your thoughts about Yuji Horii continuing to work on Dragon Quest? Let us know in the comments.[source famitsu.com, via gamesradar.com]See AlsoShare:00 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesThe HD-2D Series 'Octopath Traveler' Hits Another Sales MilestoneHere's some new artwork to celebrate

Hyundai said Monday it will send customers who have bought or leased an EV before January 31 a free charging adapter that will let them access Teslas supercharging network. The Hyundai-authorized adapter will give CCS-port-equipped Hyundai EV drivers access to more than 20,000 Tesla Superchargers in the United States, according to Hyundai. Free adapters will be available to eligible owners of the model-year 2024 and earlier Kona Electric, Ioniq hatchback, Ioniq 5, and Ioniq 6 vehicles. Hyundai said that model-year 2025 Ioniq 6, Ioniq 5 N, and Kona Electric vehicles are also eligible.Customers have to request the free NACs adapter through the online MyHyundai owner portal. Support for Teslas charging connector and charge port called the North American Charging Standard has accelerated since Ford and GM announced plans in 2023 to integrate the technology intothe next generation of EVsand sell adapters for current EV owners to gain access. Up until then, every EV, with the exception of Tesla, used Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors.Virtually every other automaker followed, making their own partnerships with Tesla to offer customers a NACs adapter. Some, including Lucid, have made plans to integrate the charging port into future EVs.The rollout hasnt been as smooth as some hoped, with many non-Tesla customers still waiting for the adapters. However, some automakers have started to ship the adapters in recent months.

How to solve today's Wordle.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesLooking for Mondays Wordle hints, clues and answer? You can find them here:Merry Christmas Eve, Wordlers! I cant believe were actually here at last, and the year is almost up, and 2025 marks the end of the first quarter of the 21st century. Most of us will not live to see the end of this century, but we were here in the beginning. 100 years from now, theyll be playing virtual word games in their space holodecks, celebrating Christmas on Mars. Or something. Anyways, enjoy your friends and family today. Watch a good Christmas movie. Eat some delicious food.But first, lets solve this Wordle!How To Solve Todays WordleThe Hint: I can fly higher, but only if youre the wind beneath my wings.The Clue: This Wordle has more vowels than consonants.Okay, spoilers below!...The Answer:Today's WordleCredit: Erik KainPlay Puzzles & Games on ForbesWordle AnalysisEvery day I check Wordle Bot to help analyze my guessing game. You can check your Wordles with Wordle Bot right here. I went with SAINT because I was really trying to think of a Christmas word and remembered using it as one of my guesses yesterday. I thought, who knows, why not give it a shot? Alas, I was left with just one green A and 198 remaining words. A lot of the possible words I came up with had the letters I ended up using in my second guess. I almost guessed all new letters, but figured maybe I could get lucky and get the Wordle on my second try. EARLY was very close. I now had three green boxes and could only think of one possible solution: EAGLE, for the win!Competitive Wordle ScoreI get 1 point for guessing in three and 0 for tying the Bot.How To Play Competitive WordleGuessing in 1 is worth 3 points; guessing in 2 is worth 2 points; guessing in 3 is worth 1 point; guessing in 4 is worth 0 points; guessing in 5 is -1 points; guessing in 6 is -2 points and missing the Wordle is -3 points.If you beat your opponent you get 1 point. If you tie, you get 0 points. And if you lose to your opponent, you get -1 point. Add it up to get your score. Keep a daily running score or just play for a new score each day.Fridays are 2XP, meaning you double your pointspositive or negative.You can keep a running tally or just play day-by-day. Enjoy!Todays Wordle EtymologyThe word "eagle" comes from the Old French aigle, which itself derives from the Latin aquila. Aquila is thought to stem from aquilus, meaning "dark-colored," possibly referring to the bird's plumage. Alternatively, it may relate to the Latin word acer (sharp or keen), reflecting the eagles sharp vision and predatory nature.Let me know how you fared with your Wordle today on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Also be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me here on this blog where I write about games, TV shows and movies when Im not writing puzzle guides. Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.

Today's NYT Strands hints and answersCredit: New York TimesLooking for Mondays Strands hints, spangram and answers? You can find them here:Merry Christmas Eve, Strandistas! I hope youre all having a lovely holiday. Like all of you, Im busy with all the madness of the season so I will keep this preamble brief. We have a Strands to solve before our festive merrymaking. Lets solve it!Strands is the newest game in the New York Times stable of puzzle games. Its a fun twist on classic word search games. Every day were given a new theme and then tasked with uncovering all the words on the grid that fit that theme, including a spangram that spans two sides of the board. One of these words is the spangram which crosses from one side of the grid to another and reveals even more about the days theme.Spoilers ahead.Todays Strands HintsTodays Theme: What on earth...?Hint #1: The great outdoors.MORE FOR YOUHint #2: Baby name ideas.To help you uncover all the words, here are the first two letters of every word, including the spangram.CLRILABRWIHONARemember, spoilers ahead!What Are Todays Strands Answers?Todays spangram is: NATURENAMESHeres the full list of words:CLEMENTINERIVERLAURELBROOKWILLOWHOLLYHeres the completed Strands grid:Today's StrandsCredit: Erik KainTodays Strands BreakdownThis was a bit of a tricky Strands grid, simply because while all the words are nature-themed, nature-themed is rather broad. How is a CLEMENTINE like a BROOK exactly? Both nature-themed, sure, but whats the connection? Well, it happens that these are all NATURENAMES. You might name your daughter HOLLY or LAUREL or your son RIVER, or your little Nelwyn WILLOW, destined to do great things, protecting the princess Alora Danan and defeating the demon queen, Bavmorda. But I digress.How did you do on your Strands today? Let me know on Twitter and Facebook.Be sure to check out my blog for my daily Wordle guides as well as all my other writing about TV shows, streaming guides, movie reviews, video game coverage and much more. Thanks for stopping by!

Andor is one of the best Star Wars projects ever created by Lucasfilm. It also carries a hefty price tag.According to a report from Forbes, Disney has spent $645 million to make Andor, including over $290 million on season 2 alone. That is the new record price for a Star Wars project, passing the $400-million-plus budget on Star Wars: The Force Awakens.Recommended VideosThe cost of season 2 will likely be even higher because the $290 million does not cover the entire shoot. Filming on Andorbegan in November 2022 before being suspended in the summer of 2023 due to the work stoppages caused by the strikes. Filming later resumed in January 2024.LucasfilmAndoris the origin story of Cassian Andor, a character first introduced in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Diego Luna plays Andor, a thief who works his way up to becoming one of the Rebellions top spies.Andorseason 1 takes place five years before the events of Rogue One, tracing Andors early days as a criminal and how he became involved in espionage.Please enable Javascript to view this contentBesides Luna, Andor starred Kyle Soller as Syril Karn, Hit Manactress Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen, Stellan Skarsgrd as Luthen Rael, Fiona Shaw as Maarva Andor, Denise Gough as Dedra Meero, and Genevieve OReilly as Mon Mothma.Coming In 2025 | Disney+Andorseason 1 garnered critical acclaim, with Digital Trends calling it a project that changed Star Wars forever. The show received three Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. Despite the praise, Andorseason 1 experienced low viewership and audience demand for a Star Wars show.RelatedAndorseason 2 will consist of 12 episodes divided into four three-episode blocks, each covering one year. This will be the final season of Andor.The second season of Andorbegins streaming on April 22, 2025, on Disney+.Editors Recommendations

Want to get the PlayStation 5 with a discount and in time for Christmas? Its possible with this offer from Walmart for the Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition. From its original price of $450, its down to $374 for savings of $76. If you place your order right now, you can pick it up today or tomorrow. You or a loved one will be playing on the video game console tomorrow. Time is of the essence though, so we highly recommend proceeding with your purchase immediately to get the plan in motion.The Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition is a refresh of the popular video game console. Released in November 2023, its a slimmer version of the device that was originally released three years prior, while also adding extra storage bumping up to 1TB from 825GB. Youll be able to install more titles, which is particularly important in the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition as it doesnt come with a disc drive. You can eventually buy the PS5 Digital Edition Disc Drive for an additional $80, but for those who want to avoid the clutter of physical discs, going purely digital would sound like a great idea.There are no other differences between the Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition and the original version of the console, which means you have access to all of the best PS5 games. And with backward compatibility, you can also play most of the best PS4 games. Youll also get the DualSense controller and all the cables that you need to set up the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition with your TV.RelatedYouve still got a chance to take advantage of PS5 deals and get the console for Christmas. Walmart is offering a $76 discount on the Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition, which brings its price down to just $374 from $450, and you can then choose to pick it up from the store. Youll be playing it tomorrow! Youre going to have to hurry if you like this plan though, so buy the Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition right now. Afterwards, check out these PS5 game deals to start building up your library.Editors Recommendations

I have two teenagers and I have no idea how they grew up so quickly.They don't ask for toys for Christmas anymore, they want my time. They roll their eyes in disgust if I offer my time, and if I take too long to respond they move on. I was surrounded by boxes. Boxes of decorations that still needed to be unpacked, boxes of holiday cards that still needed to be written, boxes of gifts to be wrapped and mailed. And there was my 13-year-old son, nearly as tall as me, standing in the doorway while I surveyed the chaos and contemplated how many days there were until Christmas."Hey, Mama. Do you want to go to Starbucks, just the two of us?"There was so much still to be done and only a few weekend hours left to do it. But I looked at my son, whose face had started to look more like a young adult's than a little kid's, and I said, "Sure, baby, why not?"I didn't think time would go by so fastI don't know how it happened so fast, but I have two teenage sons. Thinking back on their little kid Christmases, filled with toys, games, and stuffed animals, I remember the whirlwind of excitement and exhaustion. I knew they wouldn't always believe in Santa Claus (or wake me up before dawn to open their presents), but it still felt like those magical years would stretch on forever. This Christmas, though, they're 13 and 15, and their gift requests have shifted from PAW Patrol and Transformers to clothes, tech, and most unexpectedly my time.They don't typically ask for my time outright. If I'm not paying attention or I hesitate too long, the moment will slip away, and they'll move on to something else usually something that involves a screen, a group chat, and a world to which I'm decidedly not invited.But every now and then, they let me in. For my 13-year-old, it might look like a quick trip to Starbucks, where we order our favorite drinks, and he fills me in on the latest eighth-grade drama. Or it might be him helping me bake a batch of my "famous" gingersnaps while rattling off information he's accumulated over the course of a school week: what car his friend's dad drives, trivia about the newest roller coaster at Walt Disney World, or how his English teacher knew Bruce Springsteen growing up. For the past two months, it's been an occasional request to run lines with him as he studies his role as Colonel Mustard. Last fall, it was getting up early on vacation to watch the sunrise with me.My 15-year-old is more low-key because he's an introvert like me. His requests for my time often sneak up on me and they don't always involve much talking. He might sit down unannounced to watch 20 minutes of an old "Grey's Anatomy" episode with me, tossing in a wry comment about the characters' questionable life choices or the episode's unlikely disaster. Or, like last weekend, he might surprise me by coming home from a friend's house and launching into a detailed account of their "Dungeons and Dragons" campaign, his face lighting up as he recounts every plot twist. On rare occasions, he'll call me into the office to show me what he's doing in 3D computer graphics a skill he's learned entirely on his own while I marvel at his creativity.They don't want it if I offer itGiving my time to my teens isn't something I can wrap in a bow and they'd absolutely roll their eyes in disgust if I offered them anything as cutesy as coupons for "Time With Mama." But it's the one gift they (sometimes) genuinely want. Not when it's convenient for me, but when they're ready: when they're stressed, excited, overwhelmed, or simply in the mood to share a moment, or an hour, of their life with me.Setting aside whatever I'm doing to give them my full attention is as much a gift for me as it is for them. These aren't big, shiny moments they're quiet, fleeting ones. But being able to give my teens my time is a reminder to myself to slow down and appreciate this life I get to share with them. They're memories I can savor as these teenage years fly by and moments I hope they'll hold on to when they head off to college and, eventually, into busy lives of their own.This year, there won't be a mountain of overpriced and unwanted presents under the tree, but there will be time. As much as they want, whenever I can give it. And while I sometimes miss those chaotic Christmases of early childhood, I know I will look back on these quieter days with my teens just as fondly.

Tricia Goh is a final year computer science student at the National University of Singapore.Unlike most of her peers, Goh says she is not gunning for a job at a FAANG company.Goh received a job offer after competing a six-month internship at a Norwegian software company.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Tricia Goh, 22, a senior at the National University of Singapore studying computer science. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified her education and employment history.Landing a job in the tech industry isn't as easy as it once was. It's scary to read news stories about how tough the job market is for computer science graduates these days.Computer science has also become more popular and competitive as a major. There are nearly a thousand students in my batch. This means that each of us could end up fighting with hundreds of people for the same number of roles.Interestingly, studying computer science wasn't always on the cards for me. Like most Singaporean youths, I had no idea what I wanted to study at university when I graduated from junior college.To get a better sense of what I wanted to do, I spent the nine months I had before college doing internships. I ended up doing two internships at a primary school where I taught English and mathematics and at a local IT company that focuses on enterprise software.Working at that IT company was a transformative experience.I had the benefit of getting one-to-one guidance from the company's founder, and got to learn more about the tech industry and ecosystem.The internship ended up sparking my interest in computer science.In fact, even when school started, I still found myself heading back to the company to help out and brush up on my understanding of areas like cybersecurity and software engineering.Interning my way to a full-time job Goh secured a full-time job at a Norwegian software company after completing a six-month internship with them. Tricia Goh It wasn't easy adapting to university life during my first few semesters.The curriculum was challenging, and I thought my grades didn't accurately reflect what I could contribute to a company if hired as a full-time employee. That drove me to do more internships to accrue hands-on experience.This year, I did a six-month internship at a Norwegian software company. The company recently set up its headquarters in Singapore, and I participated in its efforts to break into the Asian market.At the end of this internship, I was offered a full-time job.Rejecting the FAANG rat race to walk my own pathMany of my peers are gunning for top high-paying jobs at FAANG companies like Facebook and Google.People like me who don't aim for those positions often get asked questions like, "Why aren't you going for the best jobs out there? Why aren't you trying to get a job at Google?"However, I have no regrets about prioritizing my own growth by working at a smaller company.Working at a FAANG company may be something that many computer science students see themselves doing, but such a goal isn't in line with what I want out of my career.My long-term goal is to become an entrepreneur and start my own company. I know that I won't be happy earning lots of money if it means working long hours.I would rather do something more fulfilling that still allows me to support my family and live well. I don't mind opting out of the hustle of chasing big-name companies for smaller learning experiences instead.Do you have a story to tell about your tech or finance career? Reach out to this reporter at ktan@businessinsider.com.

The 8 best Christmas video game levels you can play in 2024Michael BeckwithPublished December 24, 2024 1:00am Tis the season (Nintendo)Gamers looking to celebrate the festive season will want to check out these video games for their special Christmas levels and set pieces.Christmas time is not only an opportunity to catch up on the latest video game releases of the year (something we recommend our Christmas shopping guide for, if youre in need of ideas), but also to revisit Christmas themed levels and missions from past games.Were not just talking snow or ice themed levels either, but experiences that are the gaming equivalent of classic Christmas films, explicitly designed to capture the spirit of the season.If youre in need of some inspiration for something festive to play this month, we recommend checking out what we believe are the best Christmas themed gaming moments out there, especially for modern games that are easy to play today.Winter Wonder in Astro Bot The celebratory atmosphere is even more fitting after Astro Bots Game of the Year win (Sony)While this is the most recent addition on this list, having only come out earlier this month, we foresee Astro Bots Winter Wonder update becoming an annual tradition for some players.Its essentially a playground of mini-challenges that make use of almost all of the games gimmicks, like the time stop power and size shifting mouse rucksack, wrapped up in an immaculate Christmas vibe. It also throws in extra cosmetics and more fun cameos from other PlayStation titles.Its a perfect match for a game thats already as charming as Astro Bot and getting more of the same at no extra cost makes for a delightful early Christmas present.Bayonetta 2s first level See, Father Christmas is here, so it must be a Christmas game (Sega)Bayonetta 2 may be a Christmas game in the same way Die Hard is a Christmas movie, but if that lets us mention one of the best action games ever made on this list, well take it.The game opens with the titular witch enjoying some Christmas shopping, with perennial sidekick Enzo forced to carry it all, before she comes under attack by angels and is forced to ditch her fancy attire as she fights her assailants atop fighter jets and trains.It perfectly sets expectations for the rest of the adventure, with its gorgeous set pieces, and you get to see tough as nails barman Rodin play Father Christmas, costume and all.New York in Spider-Man: Miles Morales The games pleasingly short length means you could beat the whole thing over Christmas too (Sony)Spider-Man: Miles Morales choice of a Christmas setting not only allows for warm and homely visuals as you swing through its snowy rendition of New York, but its also thematically appropriate considering you spend a good chunk of the game helping regular citizens with their own issues.Sometimes these side missions require Miles to beat up some mooks, but at their core these are fairly minor problems, like finding missing pets or helping a driver deliver meals to needy families.Aside from bolstering Miles reputation as the new Spider-Man in town, it all contributes to the feeling of community and pays off come the end of the game, when said community comes to support Miles.Merry Mountain in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe A magical flying train is much cooler than a sleigh (Nintendo)Technically, this racetrack debuted in the Mario Kart Tour mobile game, but it was added to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe as part of the Booster Course Pass DLC, which is frankly the best way to experience it.Although it lacks any of the mid-race changes seen in some other courses (meaning every lap is identical), Merry Mountain still boasts a wonderful Christmas atmosphere as you race beneath a starlit sky while driving through a quant Christmas village and down a snowy mountain. All while a flying train carrying presents zooms overhead.If youre compelled to boot up Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for a play session with friends and family this Christmas, then this has to be your first choice.Turnabout Goodbyes in Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney The best Christmas present ever is a not guilty verdict (Capcom)One of the Ace Attorney series most beloved and iconic cases is set during the week of Christmas, with prosecutor rival Miles Edgeworth arrested for shooting a man on Christmas Eve. Of course, its your job to prove his innocence and catch the true culprit.It may lose the Christmas atmosphere whenever it shifts to the courtroom scenes, but it remains an especially heartfelt case as Edgeworths steely demeanour drops to reveal a man haunted by his past and desperate for help, even if he feels he doesnt deserve it.Protagonist Phoenix Wright, despite the odds, strives to pull Edgeworth out of the darkness and pay back the kindness Edgeworth offered him so many years before. Is there anything more Christmassy than that?Toy Day in Animal Crossing New Horizons Be sure to send holiday greetings to your Animal Crossing villagers this year (Nintendo)Even if you dont play Animal Cross: New Horizons super regularly now, its always worth checking in on Christmas Eve to partake in Toy Day, the series own take on Christmas.From a gameplay standpoint, Toy Day is the only time of year you can acquire certain Christmas related items and clothes, as well as meet the reindeer Jingle.But the real reason to stop by is simply to celebrate the occasion with your fellow villagers and soak in the atmosphere. Plus, you can play as Father Christmas yourself and make your heart full by helping Jingle deliver presents to the villagers.The Santa Hunters from Yakuza 5 Nasty criminals will get worse than coal from this Father Christmas (Sega)For the most part, Yakuza 5 doesnt really have anything to do with Christmas, despite being set in December. However, one of the games most fondly remembered side quests sees the burly yakuza Saejima disguise himself as Father Christmas, to deal with a gang who are attacking anyone dressed as the holly jolly man in red.Compared to other Yakuza side quests, its not the most ridiculous thing ever, but it does give us the hilarious sight of Saejima forced to flee overly demanding kids who want their presents now, before delivering a satisfying and amusing beat down on the aforementioned gang.More TrendingHow can anyone not enjoy the sight of Father Christmas grappling thugs and throwing them into walls?A Christmas Gift from Elite Beat AgentsAlthough we much prefer Elite Beat Agents forebear, the Japanese-only Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan, our hearts are not so cold and coal-like that we cant appreciate the formers Christmas themed mission.This might be the most well-known example on the list, since even gamers whove not played Elite Beat Agents will have seen this mentioned elsewhere whenever Christmas rolls around. Its certainly the saddest as the agents need to lend support to a heartbroken daughter whose father died before he could make it home for Christmas.You always want to perform well in Elite Beat Agents, to get a high score, but with A Christmas Gift its not a matter of points. Its a matter of helping a girl mourn her father and bring about a miracle so the two can see one another one final time. It may be tonally out of step with the rest of the game, but thats precisely what makes it so special and memorable. This a silly game about a glorified cheerleading squad; why is it so sad? 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