Super Nintendo World’s Donkey Kong Country area opening date set for December in Japan
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The new Donkey Kong Country area at Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan now has an opening date. Today, it was confirmed that the park will be ready to go on December 11, 2024.
The Donkey Kong Country area will connect with the already-available Super Mario Land section. There are various things to see and do here. Aside from the previously-announced mine cart rollercoaster, visitors can play a rhythm-based activity with two other people, scan the “KONG” letters with their Power-Up Band, eat and drink at Jungle Beat Shakes, and purchase exclusive merchandise at the store.
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Super Nintendo World Direct live stream – November 2024
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The November 2024 Super Nintendo World Direct will be starting later today, and we have a live stream for the event. As a reminder, it goes live at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 10 PM in the UK / 11 PM in Europe.
The presentation was announced last night. Coming in at about ten minutes long, the Direct will cover the Donkey Kong Country area at Universal Studios Japan. Nintendo has already set expectations by noting that there will be no game information here.
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Super Nintendo World Direct announced for November 11
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A new Nintendo Direct focusing on Super Nintendo World will be held tomorrow, November 11, Nintendo just announced. The event will be held at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 10 PM in the UK / 11 PM in Europe.
Nintendo says the Direct will focus on the Donkey Kong Country area at Universal Studios Japan. Unsurprisingly, no game information will be shared. Expect the presentation to last ten minutes long.
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Super Nintendo World at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando opens May 2025
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Universal Epic Universe has announced its opening date, and as part of that, we now know when Super Nintendo World at the Universal Orlando Resort will be available. Fans will be able to stop by beginning May 25, 2024.
Universal Epic Universe isn’t just about Super Nintendo World as there are five worlds to visit in total. The area will also feature Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel comprised of a 500-room property, will also offer one-of-a-kind views of the park and feature its very own dedicated entrance into Epic Universe for hotel guests.
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Super Nintendo World gets new interactive wall
Posted on 5 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Super Nintendo World continues to evolve, and the theme park at Universal Studios Hollywood just added a new interactive wall. It can be found within the Frosted Glacier area.
According to Universal, the wall “is designed to challenge guests as they engage with familiar Super Mario characters within the dynamic land.” Visitors can collect digital coins and stamps through the Power-Up Band while keeping track of their score as they challenge themselves each time they play.
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Super Nintendo World reconfirmed for 2025 launch at Universal Epic Universe with Donkey Kong Country area
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A brief update was shared today about the Super Nintendo World location at Universal Epic Universe. For one thing, a 2025 launch has been reconfirmed. Additionally, a Donkey Kong Country area is planned.
Universal Epic Universe is the new theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. How to Train Your Dragon, Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and Dark Universe are the other attractions.
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Donkey Kong expansion at Super Nintendo World Japan opening delayed
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The upcoming Donkey Kong expansion for Super Nintendo World in Japan has been delayed. In a message on social media, it was announced that the park is now opening in late 2024.
Originally, the Donkey Kong expansion was on track for a Spring 2024 debut. A reason for the delay was not provided. The message contained an apology to those interested in the theme park.
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Super Nintendo World Hollywood announces first anniversary celebrations
Posted on 10 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The Super Nintendo World location at Universal Studios Hollywood is about to celebrate its first anniversary in a couple of weeks, and a few initiatives are planned for the milestone. The all-new Power Up Cafe will be opening, a special-release Golden Power-Up Band will be available, and a limited-edition complimentary 1-Year Anniversary Button is planned as well.
The Power Up Cafe opens on New York Street can be accessed starting February 15 on New York Street, located on the Upper Lot inside the theme park. It’ll include exclusive Super Mario Power Up themed menu items and guests will be able to order either at the venue or via Universal Studios Hollywood’s official mobile app.
The snacks and beverages lineup includes the following;
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Nintendo shares first look at Super Nintendo World Orlando
Posted on 10 months ago by Dawn in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Nintendo have taken to X to give us a quick glimpse at the upcoming Super Nintendo World in Florida, which will debut as part of the Universal Epic Universe theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort. Although details on the official site are still showing as “Coming Soon”, the images give us an idea of what to expect when it arrives next year.
You can get a better look at the images below:
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Video removed of Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma at Universal Studios
Posted on 11 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Fans are speculating about the possibility of The Legend of Zelda at Universal Studios after series producer Eiji Aonuma was spotted at Universal Epic Universe.
Epic Universe is the new theme park in Orlando, Florida opening in 2025. Construction is underway for Super Nintendo World. We should be seeing Super Mario and Donkey Kong there, but will The Legend of Zelda follow?
