Super Nintendo World finally opening in the U.S. this February

At long last, Universal Studios’ Nintendo-themed land is opening stateside. Universal Studios Hollywood will be home to Super Nintendo World starting February 17, 2023. Universal Studios Japan opened the first Super Nintendo World on March 18, 2021. There are currently two more versions of the park set to open in Universal Studios Singapore and the new Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando.

When the Universal Studios Hollywood version opens, it will include Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge, an augmented reality ride inspired by the racing video games of the same name. (In Japan, the ride is called Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge). The interactive land will include various elements such as encouraging visitors to collect coins and punch blocks, and a 1-UP Factory store and restaurant. Unlike Universal Studios Japan, it appears that the Hollywood version will not open with Yoshi’s Adventure, the slow-moving ride themed after the green dinosaur character.

Check out this promotional video to see if the land is open for us to explore.