Super Nintendo World announces its Universal Studios Hollywood opening date

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Wa-hoo! Grab your mushrooms and a pair of clean overalls because Super Nintendo World is opening at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023! Construction on Super Nintendo World is currently underway, and fans of Nintendo brand products are already imagining the possibilities.

Super Nintendo World first pressed Start in Japan in 2021, with the U.S. version looking to “transport theme park guests and Nintendo fans into the world of Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach to become part of their compelling universe.” Super Nintendo World is the result of Nintendo and Universal Creative joining forces. The park extension features attractions based on Nintendo characters that have entertained gamers for more than 40 years.

Super Nintendo World will feature mind-blowing construction and creativity. Guests of the park can also enjoy new rides, interactive areas, dining experiences, and shopping opportunities.

To celebrate the launch of the new park, Universal Studios Hollywood will see its Feature Presentation retail store taken over by Nintendo brand products. Located immediately inside the theme park’s main entrance, guests will have a chance to gear up with merchandise such as Mario and Luigi-themed apparel and iconic character hats. A selection of plush characters, including Yoshi, Mario Bowser, and Luigi in a variety of sizes, will also be among the many fun items available for purchase.

Are you excited to visit this new part of Universal Studios Hollywood? Where will you go first? Will you head for the Mario Kart-themed race track? Help Yoshi search for Captain Toad on a treasure hunt? Explore the Mushroom Kingdom? Let us know if you plan on going to the park for this unique Super Nintendo World experience when opening begins in the comments section below.

Source: Deadline

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