1 month ago | By Game Skinny

Super Nintendo World , located in Osaka, Japan, is very close to opening. The park will open its gates on February 4, 2021.
Universal Studios Japan made the announcement in a press event Monday, where media could walk through portions of the park and see some of the attractions.
Bowser's Castle literally dominated the experience. Universal constructed a massive castle full of callouts to the Super Mario games, including grand staircases, emblems bearing Bowser's likeness, and a massive statue of the Koopa King himself front and center.
The castle houses Super Nintendo World's Mario Kart...
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AR Mario Kart anchors Universal's Super Nintendo World in February

1 month ago | By Ars Technica

Some real Tower of Terror vibes here. [credit:
Universal Studios Japan
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It's been over five years now since Nintendo first announced plans to collaborate with Universal Studios on a real-world theme park. Now, Universal has announced a February 4, 2021, opening for the Japanese edition of Super Nintendo World in Osaka and is showing off some of the attractions in detail for the first time.
Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge is one of the highlights of the new Nintendo-themed area of Universal Studios Japan. Housed inside an intricate model of Bowser's castle, the ride puts four attendees in a...
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Universal Studios Japan Powers Up Mario Kart Ride at Super Nintendo World with AR Headsets

1 month ago | By Wonder How To

Next year, fans of Mario Kart will be able to experience the game in real life with the assistance of augmented reality.
On Feb. 4, 2021, Universal Studios Japan in Osaka City will open its Super Nintendo World mini-park, which will immerse visitors in all things Mario.
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The main attraction of the park is "Mario Kart Bowser's Challenge," a rollercoaster that pulls riders through a physical replica of the villain Bowser's castle. To add realism to the experience, riders will wear AR headsets (adorned with Mario's...
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