Key takeaways
- The Donkey Kong Country expansion opens at Universal Japan on December 11, 2024.
- The new area features the Mine Cart Madness roller coaster and being able to meet Donkey Kong.
- The theme park expansion offers an immersive experience with attractions, games, food, and merchandise.
Fans finally got the first glimpse of the much-awaited Donkey Kong Country-Thematic expansion, with an official opening date of December 11, 2024, during the recent Super Nintendo World Direct. A new Nintendo-inspired land at Universal Studios Japan will mark the debut of the new expansion.
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan is a fully immersive theme park area that brings beloved Nintendo characters and worlds to life. Since its grand opening in March 2021, it has become a must-see destination for Nintendo fans, inspired by interactive attractions, cutting-edge technology, and iconic settings. Super killed suffrage The immersive new Donkey Kong Country Zone, featuring Mario's barrel-throwing rival, was first announced in 2021 and combines the game's cutting-edge attractions and fan-favorite elements, ensuring visitors an unforgettable experience in the world of Donkey Kong. .
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Nintendo fans are eagerly waiting for more details Donkey Kong Country The expansion, especially after its initial summer 2024 opening, was delayed. But fans can now begin the official countdown after famed game designer Shigeru Miyamoto announced Donkey Kong Country Universal Studios Japan is set to open in December at Super Nintendo World. Along with the opening date, Miyamoto gave an exclusive first look at Donkey Kong Country, which will feature activities based on the Donkey Kong franchise, including an exciting Nintendo-themed roller coaster called Mine Cart Madness, which is inspired by the popular level. 1994 SNES game Donkey Kong Country. Riders will be launched from a barrel cannon on an exciting mine cart journey through the jungle, including a thrilling “leap on a broken track” shown in a Nintendo render earlier this year.
Donkey Kong Country opening date for Universal Studios Japan
- Donkey Kong Country is set to open on December 11, 2024.
Miyamoto also revealed that guests will have the opportunity to meet Donkey Kong himself outside his iconic treehouse. The meet-and-greet promises to be a highlight, allowing fans to get up close and personal with the famous tie-wearing character in a setting that feels 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. A Donkey Kong Country expansion will also open at Universal's Epic Universe in Florida in May 2025, giving American fans a chance to enjoy the same jungle-based adventure closer to home.
The new expansion in Japan includes not only character encounters but also attractions, interactive games, food and exclusive merchandise. Among the highlights (besides the mine-kart madness roller coaster), is a donkey conga-themed rhythm game, perfect for friends to enjoy together. Players must turn on the lights and play the drums in time to match the rhythm, and on success, the Rambi Rhino will burst out of the crate. Additionally, Universal Studios Japan's wristband technology called Power Up Bands will allow visitors to collect virtual letters that spell “KONG” as they explore the area.
Donkey Kong Country
Released over a two-year period between 1994 and 1996, many consider the original Doki Kong Country trilogy to be among the best side-scrolling platformers ever made. After a long hiatus, the series returned in 2010, with another game released four years later for the Wii U.
