Mario-themed attractions coming to Universal parks
Mario, Nintendo's biggest brand and the best selling game franchise of all time, is getting his own attractions at Universal parks & resorts."Imagine the fun of stepping into a larger-than-life Nintendo adventure," Nintendo's official press release on the matter invites us to do. "Gigantic Piranha Plants spring to life. Question blocks, power-ups and more surround you. And Mario and all his friends are there to pull you into a brand-new world."The release promises entire sections of these parks devoted to the Mario franchise. Beyond that, details thus far are limited: "Each Universal theme park will announce details of its specific Nintendo areas," the release promises. "The first such announcement will come soon."
Mario, Nintendo’s biggest brand and the best selling game franchise of all time, is getting his own attractions at Universal parks & resorts.
“Imagine the fun of stepping into a larger-than-life Nintendo adventure,” Nintendo’s official press release on the matter invites us to do. “Gigantic Piranha Plants spring to life. Question blocks, power-ups and more surround you. And Mario and all his friends are there to pull you into a brand-new world.”
The release promises entire sections of these parks devoted to the Mario franchise. Beyond that, details thus far are limited: “Each Universal theme park will announce details of its specific Nintendo areas,” the release promises. “The first such announcement will come soon.”
In the meantime, they’ve provided a couple blurbs about the “areas” to consider, below. He’re hoping for a Luigi’s Mansion haunted house.
- “Nintendo-themed areas are coming to Universal Studios Japan [in Osaka], Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.
- These will be expansive, immersive and interactive. They will be highly themed and authentic environments filled with multiple attractions, shops and restaurants.
- Guests will feel as if they are playing inside their favorite games – this time in real life.
- There will be something for everyone – regardless of their age or gaming experience level.
- Planning and creative work on these areas is well underway; they will open separately over the next several years.”