Nintendo 3DS Super Mario 3D Land Uses The Gyro Sensor Too By Siliconera Staff September 12, 2011 But, not to move Mario around! The Nintendo 3DS gyro sensors are used to scan an area to find hidden secrets. That’s the North American box art for Super Mario 3D Landon the right. Nintendo have the game slated for release on November 13 here. About The Author Siliconera StaffSometimes we'll publish a story as a group. You'll find collaborative stories and some housekeeping announcements under this mysterious Siliconera Staff Writer account.More Stories by Siliconera Staff