Theme park enthusiasts share their thoughts on Hollywood’s new Super Nintendo World

Previews of Hollywood’s Super Nintendo World have surfaced around the internet.

Magazine attractions was invited to give a first look at the new theme park, which will include Bowser’s Castle among other Mario-themed attractions. You can convince yourself of this in the following video:

This is the second area of ​​the Mushroom Kingdom theme park to open globally, following the opening of the first at Universal Studios in Japan in 2021. and exclusive goods.

Jon Corfino, vice president of Universal Creative, said that “pound for pound you’re going to get the same gaming experience” as the Japanese venue, confirming that while Hollywood Park doesn’t feature a Yoshi ride, both parks “have the same areas.” ; they’re just laid out a little differently because the space is different” (thanks, VGC).

“Overall, I’d say I’ve had a very positive impression from what I’ve seen at Super Nintendo World so far,” concluded Attractions Magazine. “I hadn’t watched too many videos about the country in Japan, so I wasn’t 100% sure what to expect, but my first reactions were excitement at the overwhelming feeling I felt the first time I set foot into the country (as a lifelong Nintendo fan) and sheer excitement to see the rest of what I didn’t get to experience, including the Super Mario Kart attraction.

“Apart from the remarkable visual design, the real focus here seems to be gaming and exploration, and to me that’s always been what both video games and theme parks are about – making Nintendo and Universal Studios a perfect match.”

It’s not long now: Super Nintendo World will open on January 29, 2023 for annual pass holders, while the rest of us can come visit from February 17, 2023.

A third Super Nintendo World is already under construction at Universal Orlando Resort and is reportedly due to open in 2025. Meanwhile, the original Super Nintendo World in Japan will be expanded to include a new Donkey Kong area to further boost tourism from 2024.

Nintendo fans who also happen to be Minecraft players can live vicariously through a meticulous Minecraft recreation based on plans and photos of the new theme park. The 1:1 remake is an incredibly faithful tribute that hopes to have “3D models of every unique design this country has to offer.”