Experience Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe - A Fusion of Nintendo Magic and Theme Park Innovation

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Experience Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe - A Fusion of Nintendo Magic and Theme Park Innovation
Super Nintendo World. Photo Courtesy of Universal Orlando Resort. All Rights Reserved.

Next year marks the highly anticipated arrival of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Orlando Resort, nestled within the upcoming Universal Epic Universe theme park. This vibrant addition, born from a collaboration between Universal Creative and Nintendo, promises an immersive fusion of beloved Nintendo characters and Universal's expertise in crafting innovative theme park adventures. From iconic Mario moments to the first-ever U.S. introduction of Donkey Kong Country, guests will be plunged into a multi-sensory realm where the excitement and joy of Nintendo games come to life in exhilarating new ways.

Universal Orlando unveils thrilling insights into what awaits within SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Epic Universe. Alongside a roster of attractions, visitors can expect a medley of dining options, shopping delights, and interactive experiences all inspired by the Super Mario franchise and the captivating world of Donkey Kong. This revelation sets the stage for an unforgettable journey, where fans of these iconic gaming universes can immerse themselves in a realm crafted with meticulous detail and boundless creativity.

 

ENTER THE ICONIC GREEN PIPE

It all begins the moment guests enter the portal to SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, which will transport them through the iconic green pipe into the immersive land. As guests emerge from the pipe, vibrant scenery and exciting kinetic energy surround them as they are greeted by the familiar sights and sounds that they've experienced on their Nintendo game consoles - from the towering Mt. Beanpole and majestic Peach's Castle to swaying Piranha Plants, pacing Goombas, spinning coins, Blocks and more.  Inside SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, guests will be able to explore Super Mario Land - where they'll enjoy adventures alongside Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and other characters; and Donkey Kong Country - where they'll encounter thrills featuring Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, and other members of the Kong family. 

 

SUPER MARIO LAND

The colorful landscapes of the Mushroom Kingdom come to life in Super Mario Land, where guests can experience:

Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge: Guests are invited to join Team Mario and battle Team Bowser for the Golden Cup in this groundbreaking attraction that fuses augmented reality, projection mapping technology, and elaborate environments to bring the fun of the Mario Kart video game series to life in a compelling ride-through experience. 
 

Guests up for the challenge will enter through Bowser's Castle - where they'll wind its corridors and get a glimpse of Bowser's deceptive plans to stack the odds in his favor - before boarding their kart and heading to the starting line. Then, guests steer through a variety of Mario Kart courses - collecting coins, tossing shells at Team Bowser, dodging obstacles, and more - as they join their favorite characters and compete to help Team Mario win the race.

 

Yoshi's Adventure: The delightful Yoshi's Adventure attraction will make its U.S. debut when SUPER NINTENDO WORLD opens at Universal Epic Universe. On this family-friendly ride, guests of all ages will enjoy breathtaking views of Super Mario Land as they join Yoshis and travel through Mushroom Kingdom landscapes in search of glowing eggs - encountering many familiar characters along the way.
 

Toadstool Cafe: At Toadstool Cafe, guests can enjoy a variety of tasty dishes inspired by the world of Super Mario and its characters, including Mario and Luigi-themed burgers, Super Mushroom Soup, Piranha Plant Caprese, Fire Flower Spaghetti and Meatballs and so much more. Guests will also get glimpses of several Toads cooking up culinary creations through various virtual windows as they dine inside the restaurant.
 

Yoshi's Snack Island and Turbo Boost Treats: Guests can also pick up delicious treats, snacks, and beverages at these walk-up dining locations.

1-UP Factory and Mario Motors: Guests can shop for souvenirs, apparel, toys, and more inspired by their favorite Super Mario characters and adventures within these retail locations.

Meet and Greets: Guests can meet, greet, and interact with Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Toad throughout various areas in Super Mario Land.

 

DONKEY KONG COUNTRY

At the edge of Super Mario Land, guests will discover an entrance that leads them to Donkey Kong Country, where they'll explore the lush, tropical landscape from the video game series, complete with tall trees, waterfalls, landmarks such as The Golden Temple, and more. Here, guests can enjoy:

Mine-Cart Madness: Guests will hop into a mine cart and careen through the jungle to help Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong protect the coveted golden banana on this first-of-its-kind family coaster. Utilizing an unprecedented ride system, innovative technology, and a unique coaster design, Mine-Cart Madness will send riders on a thrilling adventure where they will experience the jaw-dropping maneuvers that they've seen Donkey Kong and the mine carts perform in the video games - including getting blasted out of a barrel, seemingly jumping over gaps as they speed along a rickety track, and so much more.

A selection of tropical menu and merchandise offerings in the middle of the jungle - all inspired by the Donkey Kong Country video game franchise and its characters. More details will be shared in the coming months.

And that's not all - guests will find even more exciting experiences and adventures while exploring SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.

 

POWER-UP BANDS

Guests can level up their fun in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD with the purchase of a Power-Up Band, a wearable for their wrist that allows them to enhance their play throughout Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country. With the Power-Up Band, guests can collect digital coins by punching Blocks and playing interactive activities; collect digital stamps on attractions; earn digital keys to unlock an exclusive showdown against Bowser Jr.; and discover other hidden surprises. Guests can also access Leaderboard screens in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD to see where they rank amongst fellow guests.

 

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Epic Universe will be Universal Destinations and Experiences' third installment of the immersive land. Right now, guests can enjoy SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Japan.

Stay tuned - more details about Universal Epic Universe will be revealed in the months ahead. For more information about Universal Epic Universe, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/epicuniverse.


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