The first US Super Nintendo World is coming to Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023

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The first US park with a Super Nintendo World will be Universal Studios Hollywood. The first Nintendo-style theme park made its debut at a Universal Studios location in Osaka, Japan, despite a number of delays and a global pandemic, and we have been waiting since the partnership was announced in 2015.

Universal says Nintendo-themed merchandise will be available in its gift shop soon, but didn't say what rides and experiences will be available at the US Super Nintendo World location. You can check out our experience in Japan's park to get an idea of what's in store.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD opened first at Universal Studios Japan to rave consumer and critical reviews in 2021. The U.S. debut of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Hollywood will 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 was conceived in partnership with Nintendo and the visionaries at Universal Creative to deliver exhilarating entertainment with innovative technological achievements inspired by characters and video games that have appealed to generations of Nintendo fans for over 40 years.

The immersive land will be a visual spectacle of vibrant colors and architectural ingenuity located within a newly expanded area of the theme park, featuring a groundbreaking ride and interactive areas, to be enjoyed by the whole family. Themed shopping and dining will enhance the entire experience.

Super Nintendo World in Japan uses a separated space within the larger park as well as a Power Up Band that pairs with your phone to track your progress through the park, similar to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. There are two rides available so far, an augmented reality Mario Kart experience and a slower-paced Yoshi's Adventure train ride. A Donkey Kong-themed area is supposed to open in the year 2024.

Universal Studios is included on the Nintendo parks list. Fans have been following the progress of construction there closely, but there is no mention of when the park will be ready to open.