New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe continues to challenge completionists with its cleverly hidden collectibles spread across diverse environments. One level that frequently tests players' reflexes and spatial awareness is the Freezing Rain Tower, situated within the icy expanses of the Frosted Glacier world. Gathering every hidden token in this vertical fortress requires careful timing, precise platforming, and an understanding of the level's unique mechanics.
Discovering the First Star Coin
As you begin your ascent through the frozen vertical fortress, you will notice large platforms that rhythmically sway up and down. The first hidden coin is located near the base of the second massive moving structure you encounter during this climb. To collect it safely, players must track the pattern of the platform to avoid slipping off the icy edges into the abyss below.
If you have an active Ice Flower ability, you can freeze a nearby Dry Bones enemy and throw its frozen block directly toward the prize. This useful trick allows Mario to grab the collectible safely without risking a treacherous jump over the open gaps. Alternatively, a well-timed leap when the moving structure reaches its lowest point will also secure the item successfully.
Locating the Second Star Coin
Further up the tower, the challenge shifts to a moving elevator lift that continuously ascends through a barrage of falling icicles and enemies. While riding this rising lift, you must keep a close eye on the upper-left section of the screen as you pass the second Question Mark block. The second shiny token sits tucked away in an alcove just off the main path of the moving platform.
Reaching this hidden alcove requires players to jump quickly from the safety of the rising platform before it moves too high up the shaft. Be mindful of your momentum on the slippery surfaces to ensure you do not overshoot the landing and fall into danger. Once collected, immediately reposition yourself back onto the main elevator to continue the vertical journey upward.
Securing the Third Star Coin
The final collectible presents a test of speed and environmental awareness near the very top of the fortress walls. It is positioned near a series of breakable blocks and moving hazards that can easily catch unsuspecting trainers off guard. You will need to carefully navigate past the final group of obstacles while keeping your balance on the shifting terrain.
Look for a small hidden pipe or an overhead opening that leads to a confined sub-area right before the boss door. Timing your jumps carefully between the falling hazards ensures you can slip into the alcove and grab the final prize. After collecting it, you are fully prepared to face Boom Boom and complete the level with a perfect score.
