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entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Donkey Kong Country Unveiled: Thrills and Nostalgia at Universal Studios Japan

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.

via WDW News Today|

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entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Super Nintendo World's Donkey Kong Country Set to Open with Thrills and Games

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.

via The Verge|

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entertainment1 year ago•6 min saved

"Disney's $60 Billion Investment: Major Park Expansions Revealed"

Disney unveils plans for a major expansion at Magic Kingdom, part of a $60 billion investment in its parks, cruises, and experiences over the next decade. The expansion, about the size of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, is in the concept design phase, with no specific themes or completion date announced. Disney CEO Bob Iger emphasizes the need for flexibility in allocating the investment, while addressing criticism about Universal Orlando Resort's upcoming theme park. Additionally, Disney showcases new technology and advanced Audio-Animatronics, including the development of a new ride based on "The Princess and the Frog" and a possible new destination at Disneyland based on the "Avatar" movies.

via CNN|

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entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Disney Teases Frontierland Expansion and Country Bear Musical Jamboree at Magic Kingdom"

Walt Disney World teases more announcements for Frontierland at Magic Kingdom, hinting at growth and investment planned for the theme parks in the coming years, including a major expansion project referred to as "Beyond Big Thunder Mountain" with possible additions themed to Pixar's "Coco," "Encanto," and Disney Villains. The expansion, described as the biggest in Magic Kingdom's history, was first announced at D23 Expo 2022 and is expected to bring significant updates to Frontierland.

via WDW News Today|

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