Donkey Kong Country announces the opening date of Super Nintendo World in Japan

Fans finally got their first glimpse of the long-awaited The land of Donkey Kongthemed expansion, along with an official opening date of December 11, 2024, during a recent Super Nintendo World Direct. The new Nintendo-inspired land at Universal Studios Japan will mark the first debut of the new expansion.

Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan is a fully immersive theme park that brings Nintendo's most beloved characters and worlds to life. Since its grand opening in March 2021, it has become a must-see destination for Nintendo fans, featuring interactive attractions, cutting-edge technology and iconic settings inspired by the world of video games. SuperMario franchising. The immersive new Donkey Kong Country zone, featuring Mario's barrel-throwing rival, was first announced in 2021 and combines cutting-edge attractions and elements from fan-favorite games, ensuring visitors have a memorable experience in the world of Donkey Kong.

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Nintendo fans eagerly await more details on the The land of Donkey Kong expansion, especially after its initial summer 2024 opening was delayed. But fans can now start the official countdown, as famous game designer Shigeru Miyamoto announced The land of Donkey Kong will open in December at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan. In addition to the opening date, Miyamoto gave an exclusive first look at Donkey Kong Country, which will feature activities based on the Donkey Kong franchise, including a thrilling Nintendo-themed roller coaster called Mine Cart Madness, inspired by the popular level from the cartoon . 1994 SNES game The land of Donkey Kong. Passengers will be launched from a cannon barrel on a thrilling mine cart ride through the jungle, including a thrilling “jump across a broken rail,” as shown in a Nintendo render earlier this year.

Donkey Kong Country opening date for Universal Studios Japan

• Donkey Kong Country is scheduled to open on December 11, 2024.

Miyamoto also revealed that guests will have the opportunity to meet Donkey Kong in person outside his iconic treehouse. The meeting promises to be a highlight, allowing fans to meet the famous tie-wearing character up close and personal in a setting straight out of the game. This new area offers Donkey Kong fans and theme park lovers an immersive experience that faithfully brings the beloved world of Donkey Kong to life. The Donkey Kong Country expansion will also open at Universal's Epic Universe in Florida in May 2025, giving US fans a chance to enjoy the same jungle-themed adventure closer to home.

The new expansion in Japan includes not only character encounters, but also a series of attractions, interactive games, food and exclusive merchandise. Among the highlights (aside from the Mine-Cart Madness roller coaster), there's a Donkey Konga-themed rhythm game, perfect for enjoying together with friends. Players must hit the drums in time with the lights to match the beat, and if successful, Rambi the rhino will pop out of a crate. Additionally, Universal Studios Japan's wristband technology called Power Up Bands will allow visitors to collect virtual letters spelling out the word “KONG” as they explore the area.

The land of Donkey Kong

Released in just two years between 1994 and 1996, many consider the original Donkey Kong Country trilogy to be one of the best side-scrolling platformers ever made. After a long hiatus, the series returned in 2010, with another game released for the Wii U approximately four years later.