Visitors can also purchase Power Up Band wristbands upon entering the fantasy world and further integrate themselves into the Key Challenge activity at the Piranha Plant and Koopa Troop locations. The entrance to the Super Mario universe begins at Peach’s Castle where zealous visitors can opt for a Mario and Luigi Meet and Greet. The comprehensive depiction of the theme park includes fan favorites such as rideable attractions at Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge and Yoshi’s Adventure inside of Koopa’s Castle and Mount Beanpole respectively. From the map, fans can get a better understanding of what to expect at the real-life Mushroom Kingdom. This theme park is set to be the most complex area within Universal Studios Japan (USJ). Nintendo properties may be one of the very few gaming franchises that have cross generational appeal.With the map, Nintendo aficionados can plot their forthcoming trip to the Super Nintendo World, including visits to the different iconic characters’ universe. Pong does not make a compelling Universal attraction. Super Mario is celebrating it's 35th anniversary. Also, if you somehow missed out on Nintendo.you might be getting on in years. If you happen to enjoy it, then double win for Universal. That simple narrative gives Universal and Nintendo great leverage and creative flexibility to do whatever they want.Īt the end of the day, this is a land aimed at kids. Nintendo has actively tried to minimize any story developments in Mario games since the original NES games. Unlike some of those films, you have to know little to nothing to get what's going on in Mario games. Now think about how many already dated or waning properties Universal uses as the basis for theme park attractions. Plus, Illumination is making a Mario movie. Go to any store and see how much merchandise Nintendo properties have in your local Target or Walmart. I really think many people here underestimate the appeal of Nintendo properties at Universal parks. If you appreciate that - and our approach to covering theme park news - please sign up for our free, three-times-a-week email newsletter. We wanted you to read this article before we make our newsletter pitch, unlike so many other websites. experience the world of the games in real life," according to Universal. However, you also can link the Power-Up Band to the official Universal Studios Japan app to "collect virtual coins and check your ranking, collect stamps and. You must purchase one of Universal's new $31 (¥3200) Power-Up Bands to participate. Jump, punch and use your entire body and all your instincts to win," Universal said. "Work your way through the games located throughout the area to collect three keys! Waiting for you is a dramatic boss battle with Bowser Jr. In addition, Super Nintendo World will feature an upcharge "Power Up Band Key Challenge," in which guests will try to retrieve a Golden Mushroom that Bowser Jr. The five-minute ride will carry two riders on each Yoshi vehicle and have a height restriction of 34 inches. Guests will encounter a spectacular view of the Mushroom Kingdom from Mount Beanpole while having fun on this ride that's perfect for the whole family," Universal said. "Guests need to find the three colored eggs that lead the way to the Golden Egg that Captain Toad was seeking.