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Shigeru Miyamoto explains that most Nintendo characters are meant to stay within their own intellectual properties, except for Pikmin, which can interact with other IPs and even appear in places like Super Nintendo World, with potential plans for expanding the Pikmin franchise, possibly into a movie.
Nintendo is blending worlds across movies, theme parks, and gaming with innovations like AR, wearable tech, and the upcoming Switch 2, emphasizing interactivity and the preservation of its IP roots, as discussed by Shigeru Miyamoto.
Universal Studios Japan has opened Donkey Kong Country as an expansion to Super Nintendo World. The opening ceremony featured speeches from J.L. Bonnier, President and CEO of Universal Studios Japan, and Shigeru Miyamoto of Nintendo. The new area includes attractions like the Mine-Cart Madness roller coaster, themed dining options, and a gift shop. While the expansion is part of the Japanese park, it will not be included in the Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood due to space constraints.
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka is set to unveil its Donkey Kong Country-themed expansion on December 11th, featuring a mine cart rollercoaster and a real-life Donkey Konga rhythm game. The expansion includes a jungle-themed area with interactive elements like hidden letters to collect using NFC bracelets. This development is part of Nintendo's broader strategy to expand its entertainment offerings beyond gaming, with similar attractions planned for future parks in Los Angeles and Orlando.
Nintendo is set to reveal the Donkey Kong Country area of Super Nintendo World during a Nintendo Direct stream. This theme park expansion, featuring a mine cart rollercoaster, was delayed earlier but is now confirmed to open in Orlando, Florida, on May 22, 2025, mirroring its Osaka counterpart. The stream will not include any Nintendo Switch 2 news, focusing solely on the theme park's attractions and experiences.
Universal's Epic Universe theme park in Orlando will feature portals to Super Nintendo World, the Universal Monsters’ Dark Universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter’s Ministry of Magic, and the island of Berk from Dreamworks’ How to Train Your Dragon, as well as a new concept called Celestial Park. The park aims to offer immersive experiences in over 50 attractions, entertainment, dining, and shopping, and is expected to inspire week-long vacations. The new destination is set to transport guests to expansive worlds through themed rides and experiences, and will also include an interactive preview center at Universal CityWalk.
Universal Orlando Resort's upcoming theme park, Universal Epic Universe, will feature five distinct worlds, including Super Nintendo World, a new Harry Potter world, a How to Train Your Dragon world, and a Dark Universe world. These are connected by Celestial Park, acting as a hub world. The park is set to open in 2025 and will also include a 500-room Universal Helios Grand Hotel.
Universal reveals plans for its new theme park, Universal Epic Universe, in Orlando, set to open in 2025 with five immersive worlds including Harry Potter’s Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon’s Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe, accessible through themed portals. The park, nearly double the size of Universal Orlando Resort, will also feature the 500-room Universal Helios Grand Hotel, marking Comcast’s largest investment in a park, with an opening date yet to be announced after a delay from the original 2023 plan.
Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma was spotted overseeing construction at Universal Studios, sparking speculation about a potential Zelda expansion at the Super Nintendo World theme park. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the sighting has raised hopes for future plans at the park.
Fans speculate about the possibility of The Legend of Zelda coming to Universal Studios after series producer Eiji Aonuma was seen at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida. A video featuring Aonuma and Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto at the construction site has been removed from Instagram, sparking further speculation about a potential Zelda theme park attraction. Universal Studios is already home to Super Nintendo World, and with the opening of Epic Universe in 2025, fans are eager to see if Zelda will join the lineup.
Eiji Aonuma, long-time producer of The Legend of Zelda, was spotted alongside Shigeru Miyamoto at Universal Studios Japan, sparking speculation about a potential Zelda expansion at Super Nintendo World. However, the video showcasing their visit has been taken offline, leaving the nature of their visit uncertain. While there's a chance of a Zelda expansion, it's also possible that Aonuma was simply observing the progress on the Donkey Kong expansion or providing input on other Nintendo endeavors. Any potential expansion is likely years away, and further details may emerge from Nintendo in the coming months.
Universal Studios Japan's Super Nintendo World is set to open a new Donkey Kong-themed roller coaster that simulates the mine-cart action from the video game, complete with jumps onto different rails. The coaster, based on patented "Boom Coaster" technology, will feature a hidden track below the visible "broken" tracks. While the immersive experience promises thrills, there are concerns about potential technical issues given the theme park's track record. The Donkey Kong Country expansion and its Mine Cart Madness coaster are scheduled to open at Universal Studios Japan this spring, with hopes for a future announcement at Epic Universe in Orlando.
Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan is set to introduce a new Donkey Kong rollercoaster ride based on the mine cart segments of classic Donkey Kong Country games. The ride will simulate moments of leaping over broken rails by using a hidden track to hold the cart in the air, creating the illusion of it running on a visible track. The technology behind the ride is showcased in a digital render, and it remains to be seen if the ride will also come to the Hollywood site.
Universal Studios Japan's Super Nintendo World is set to open a "jumping" Donkey Kong ride that simulates the mine-cart action of the video game, complete with broken tracks and jumps onto different rails. The ride, based on patented "Boom Coaster" technology, will feature a thrilling and immersive experience for visitors, although concerns about potential technical issues persist. The Donkey Kong Country expansion and its Mine Cart Madness coaster are scheduled to open this spring, with hopes for a future announcement at Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando.
Super Nintendo World in Japan is set to open a new area based on Donkey Kong Country this spring, expanding the popular theme park with a new attraction for visitors to enjoy.