


It’s all so familiar and instantly recognizable, yet utterly unexpected. It’s impossible to articulate the overwhelming rush of nostalgia and excitement felt upon entering Super Nintendo World. Seeing the Mushroom Kingdom come into view for the first time after exiting the Warp Pipe was like a childhood dream come true. In a nutshell, Super Nintendo World excels at wish fulfillment.

(In elevation terms, not in the video game sense.)Īlthough this is a strategy guide rather than a review (for that, see our Super Nintendo World Review: Good, Bad & Ugly), we’ll nevertheless start with what makes this land so special. As compared to the existing version in Japan, it’s missing the Yoshi’s Adventure slow-moving dark ride and some snack stands there are also layout differences and the land is designed with different levels. The Los Angeles incarnation features a Mario Kart ride, Toadstool Cafe restaurant, character meet & greets, interactive mini-games, and shopping. Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood is the smallest of the three versions. The Los Angeles location is the second of three confirmed Super Nintendo Worlds, with the first having debuted at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka and the final one slated to open in Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. Contrary to certain mainstream media characterizations, it’s a single land–and a small one at that–and not a standalone theme park.

In case you’re unfamiliar with it, Super Nintendo World is located inside Universal Studios Hollywood. Our strategy guide to Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood explains accessing the land, Mario Kart tips & tricks, Power-Up Band info, how to avoid crowds, and other recommendations to make the most of your visit and save time at what’s sure to be an incredibly popular addition to the Southern California theme park lineup!
