Universal Studios Japan has unveiled the entrance to its new Donkey Kong Country expansion at Super Nintendo World ahead of the launch next month.
The world’s first Donkey Kong Country is opening to visitors on 11 December. Highlights in the new area include interactive experiences, themed retail and F&B, and the new ‘Mine Cart Madness’ coaster.
Before the opening, Universal Studios Japan has released an image of the colourful entry to Donkey Kong Country, inspired by the arcade game released by Nintendo in 1981.
Super Nintendo World expansion
Daniel Greer, Universal Creative show producer, previously said: “In Donkey Kong Country, visitors can immerse themselves in the lush tropical landscapes seen in the popular video game series and explore real-life locations deep in the jungle, including the Golden Temple.”
The zone’s new Mine Cart Madness coaster is located inside the iconic Golden Temple, which features as a level in Donkey Kong video games.
“The new ride attraction, Mine Cart Madness, is a new and innovative coaster design that is not bound by conventional ideas and will offer an unpredictable experience that will make you seemingly jump over gaps,” Greer added.
“We are looking forward to welcoming our guests to ‘play wild’ with a thrilling and ultra-exciting experience that is both visually and instinctively stimulating.”
Made in collaboration with Nintendo’s creative team, including Nintendo game developer Shigeru Miyamoto, Mine Cart Madness boasts an unprecedented ride system and a unique coaster design.
With the addition of the new Donkey Kong area, Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan is growing by 70 percent.
The first Super Nintendo World opened at Universal Studios Japan in 2021. This was followed by a second Nintendo expansion at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023.
Next year, Super Nintendo World (and a Donkey Kong area) will open as part of Epic Universe, the fourth gate at Universal Orlando Resort.
Images courtesy of Universal and Nintendo
