Super Nintendo World is Better Than You Think | An In-Depth Breakdown of this Revolutionary New Land

You know what's strange? Super Nintendo World looks incredible, yet strangely gets a lot of hate, especially with the Mario Kart attraction. Today, I would like to discuss why the land is such a game-changer for both Universal and the theme park industry overall, really breaking down its different elements and attractions.
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[@PoseidonEntertainment]

A quick correction: The Power-Up bands will likely retail for around $30 and not $70. I'm not sure where I got that or how I didn't catch it when doing the editing, but I suspect that I was equating it to the wands which are around that price I believe.

[@NinthShinigami]

My dad just got a wand on my recent trip over the weekend can confirm they’re $60

[@StrawberryCelebi]

Thank goodness, I was really surprised they had such a high price tag for something not really aesthetically collectible.

[@Skadinky708]

@@StrawberryCelebi Plus they’re more expensive than an average video game, probably putting the consumer in a situation where they’re like, “ok so I can buy this dinky band where the only differences between each one are basically different colors only useful on trips to universal, when instead I can buy a game and amiibo of the character I like for a slightly higher price” but hey, when I go to universal a ton of people line up all the way around to the bathroom for the wand shop and those things are expensive, so maybe im the weird one.

[@StrawberryCelebi]

@@Skadinky708 The wands are more like a displayable art piece once you’re done playing with them, and to Harry Potter fans I’m sure they hold great emotional and nostalgic value. Like Star Wars fans buying replica Lightsabers, they’re high ticket souvenirs on top of being interactive. Meanwhile the Power Up bands are barely different than the Magic Bands they used to give out for free when you stayed at a Disney hotel. It’s a shame they didn’t design something more worth investing in, like a Mario/Luigi cap or a Peach crown, etc. Though I honestly don’t think there is any Mario merch that even comes close to the kinetic energy and fan appeal of wands and sabers.

[@Skadinky708]

@@StrawberryCelebi I probably should’ve mentioned that, while I fell out of my HP phase years ago,I know a few people with wands and looking like a wand from a movie and have it be connected to the land is still something really cool that I can admire, as well as the lightsabers even though you have to pay an EXTREMELY hefty price, but basic rubber bands with the characters logo doesn’t scream Super Mario, but the technology used inside the park does look really fun to try out.

[@jays3577]

When you realize this is what Galaxy’s Edge was supposed (or at least what the advertising and marketing made it) to be, it truly shows how Universal is stepping up their game compared to the mouse…

[@NinthShinigami]

So true fr fr 💯

[@bjvincent8786]

Amen To That!!!👍

[@creed8712]

Imagine Mario world but it was only based on...Hmm, the last paper Mario game? That’s what galaxy edge is.

[@fridaynightnicktoons6885]

Disney hasn’t been fun since Eisner era. That was the last good time for Disney. Bob iger ruined it

[@bjvincent8786]

@@fridaynightnicktoons6885 I agree with what you have said. But sadly we forget Frank Wells who was often overshadowed by the high-profile Eisner. The irony was that Micheal Eisner might not even have the job today had it not been for Frank Wells and they formed a formidable Disney partnership. While Micheal Eisner was no saint he and Frank Wells seemed to respect the Disney Imagineers. The Imagineering department had suffered so many layoffs that at that time the employees there braced for the worst.They believed that Eisner and Wells would eliminate the entire division, but instead the two leaders who had no experience with Imagineering doubled down on and embraced the concept. Eisner acknowledged that Disney had hired three creatives rather than businesspeople, indicating this focus on innovation and artistry. Fast forward to after Frank Wells death then to now and the growing idea that guests will and are accepting lesser quality simply because it’s Disney. Which has became the new thing and a series of head-scratching choices are happening in succession still to this day.

[@JakeCoasters]

People: Universal needs more slow moving kids rides Also People: I cahnt believe Universal would build a slow moving kids ride

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I wish I had thought to meme this lol

[@NocturneFexy]

Universal just can't win with these people. They're essentially giving everything these people want but they still complain.

[@CinnamonGrrlErin1]

Nintendo isn't even my thing, but what sells me on this, is how *charming* it is. If I was 5 or 6 or 7 years old, I'd probably have my little mind blown by how immersive it is. Take notes, Disney.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I can appreciate a well constructed experience, regardless of the IP attached. I think that their Secret Life of Pets ride or their various Jurassic World attractions are really strong, regardless of the quality of the films.

[@cc1009]

It's funny cause Disney seems to think only the IP matters, when in reality it's about how well done the attraction or land is itself. You could make a land or ride that's completely amazing and immersive without an IP and people will run to it.

[@CinnamonGrrlErin1]

@@PoseidonEntertainment it's funny because this almost reminds me more of small parks like Storyland, which makes sense since it does seem to be aimed more at younger kids, which I think is great. Not every park or ride has to have rides going 100 miles a minute also, it's nice to see a more chill atmosphere here.

[@CinnamonGrrlErin1]

@BK Beatty if I had Musk or Bezos' level of money, I'd basically build my own version of classic Epcot. And Disney doesn't own the copyright of geodesic domes, so I'd even have one of those (I think about this a lot lol)

[@dannielz6]

I felt the same way about WWoHP. I could care less about the Movies but the lands and attractions are some of the best I've experienced anywhere.

[@NinthShinigami]

The amount of kineticism, interactivity, and detail in this land is truly remarkable. I cannot wait for this to open in Epic Universe. It is the land I am most excited for! Universal outdid themselves yet again with a themed land.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm quite impressed by the Piranha Plants specifically. I don't know how they can move the way they do, but on a technical level, they're just so impressive.

[@bjvincent8786]

I also cannot wait for this to open in Universal’s Epic Universe. Granted, it is not the land I am most excited for that is reserved for the rumoured Universal Monsters land (would be great as it should pay homage to how Universal made their first monies with their movies).

[@jonathanwallis3300]

B J Vincent it would be amazing if there were scare actors involved in the land and ride queues, acting like a year-round HHN land (but not too scary because, you know, kids)

[@princesspikachu3915]

@@jonathanwallis3300 They had something like that in the 1990’s Universal Orlando.

[@sharptojo6420]

Poseidon Entertainment, Defunctland, and Theme Park History. The GOATS of theme park content.

[@ImGrantHorn]

AGREE

[@stonerbaby895]

Amen!!

[@jmlkinc]

Bright Sun Films from time to time too, though not exclusively theme park focussed.

[@ireadysucks3026]

ElToroRyan (Problematic coasters)?

[@norm365]

I would also add Expedition Theme Park to this list.

[@redskeleton9204]

I actually rode koopa's challenge, let me tell you, the camera does not do it any justice. The characters are a lot more solid, and their placement is a bit more on point. My only complaint is that it sometimes feels like there's a bit too much going on within the AR and you can't really get an idea of what's going on or where you are at certain points, that might just be me but you have to ride it yourself before you judge

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It reminds me a bit of Transformers. There's a lot going on, but the more I've ridden it, the more I've been able to pick out distinct scenes and my appreciation has grown over time. I have to wonder if Mario Kart's chaotic nature will make it re-ridable for a lot of people though. Did you ride more than once or feel the need to do so?

[@redskeleton9204]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I couldn't ride more than once, the lines were starting to pick up and there were other attractions within universal we wanted to ride since we rode koopa's challenge as the first thing we did

[@samandthehams4496]

What I like about Mario kart is if the screens/AR doesn’t work the physical sets still give you the proper story, unlike Runaway Railway at Hollywood studios where if the screens don’t work the experience is ruined.

[@bjvincent8786]

This is incredible, I really enjoy how everything is so interactive. This really shows that Nintendo and Universal have and care with the love they put in their work; well most of the time anyway. Looking forward to seeing this when Universal's Epic Universe opens maybe in the future we will get a Luigi Haunted Mansion type ride one day.

[@NinthShinigami]

I’d say Universal puts in about 85% of the time. Which is at least more than Disney’s current (more or less) 50% of the time. And that’s me being nice ;)

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

@@NinthShinigami I don't think that Universal can afford to not apply intensive maintenance to the kinetic elements of the land. While not likely direct, I do see the Power-Up bands as partially paying for the maintenance costs.

[@bjvincent8786]

​@@NinthShinigami That is being nice because in my opinion Disney investors and CEO"s are more focused on streaming and seem to have forgotten about the "Disney theme" parks.

[@papingosstudios161]

Lugi mansion ride would be so cool

[@TheItachiIshtar]

I could see a Luigi's Mansion attraction being a mix of Haunted Mansion and Buzz Lightyear, with an attached Poltergust 3000 allowing you to vacuum ghosts.

[@kaileykrantz]

I can’t wait for Super Nintendo World to come to Epic Universe! The only criticism I have is with the Power Bands. I wish they expanded the line to include more characters such as Rosalina, Pauline, Donkey Kong, Wario, Waluigi, Birdo, Toadette, etc. It also would be cool to do a Halloween overlay for the land with exclusive Halloween Power Bands with Bowser, Bowser Jr., King Boo, Piranha Plants, Goombas, etc.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm absolutely sure that they'll continue to expand their offerings. If Universal is still producing new wands today more than a decade later, I can for sure see them doing other characters a few years after SNW opens.

[@kaileykrantz]

@@PoseidonEntertainment- I hope they do by the time it opens in 2025. I really want a Rosalina Power-Up band🥰🌌⭐️

[@Skadinky708]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I’d be really cool, that is if the Nintendo fan base dont scalp them to hell and back

[@gabrielleporter553]

I like that halloween idea! i know it would be expensive but it would be cool as well if one of the rides maybe got a luigis mansion overlay( maybe the yoshi ride?) but i don’t know how possible that would be. nintendo world seems like such a fun place for holiday theming

[@GoogalyB]

@@gabrielleporter553 it would be cool if they overlayed the Mario Kart ride with Luigi Mansion ghosts haunting the different tracks. It would be a cool way to spic things up. Or they could implement it into HHN and make a full Luigi’s Mansion house for the event. That’d be neat.

[@ashholiday123]

So much negativity in the comments lol. Regardless of everything, the theming is unbelievably world class. This might be the prettiest looking land I've ever seen and that alone makes me desperately want to go.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It's really just one individual who comes to complain on every single video I release. I don't believe in silencing dissenting opinions unless they're outright dangerous or discriminatory.

[@TheSuperMangler]

Would it help if I started complaining a lot too?

[@chasekrause7758]

I always thought that Nintendo World looked great. My only issue was that Universal was only able to really incorporate Mario games into Universal Japan. I am glad that Epic Universe will use more Nintendo properties. Heck you could legitimately do a whole park based on Nintendo properties and still have some fans complain about how there favorite characters and games are not represented.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

What do you mean by only incorporating it into Japan? Hollywood is getting it and while I didn't mention it, I believe that Singapore is as well.

[@leadcreekmusic]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Believe they meant it was a shame that Super Nintendo World only features Mario characters.

[@chasekrause7758]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I meant only incorporating the Mario properties at Universal Japan versus incorporating more Nintendo properties such as Pokemon, Legend of Zelda, Metroid, or Kirby. I don't know the space limitations of Universal Japan but I think at least one more Nintendo IP represented would have been nice, granted we all understand that Mario needed to be the main one represented. I was not saying that Nintendo would only be incorporated at one Universal park.

[@dannielz6]

They are already expanding with Donkey Kong in Japan. Its brand new. They may add more in the future.

[@garouthetiktokinfluencerhu9731]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I thought Florida is as well, no?

[@EternityKingdomsHeadHoncho]

Super Nintendo World: *well-themed and charming locale with two great rides and fantastic meet and greets* Avengers Campus: *mid land with a decently themed restaurant but poor stage shows and a Kinect-tier ride that’s completely outclassed by a 20-something ride at a rival park* Universal, preparing Super Nintendo World: “Peasants.” Disney: “Yes, Avengers Campus is pleasant.”

[@TheLastFazbear]

Marvel Superhero Island:

[@MalevolentStudios]

What's funny is that I remember when I was a child that I had envisioned a ride similar to yoshi's adventure, but for luigi's mansion. Kind of sad they didn't go with that.

[@robertgronewold3326]

Now the you've mentioned this, they NEED to add Luigi's mansion!

[@robertgronewold3326]

@@largol33t1 That's the current main rumor.

[@darkraven2116]

I went a couple of months ago and the scenery is breath-taking and the food at Toad's was absolutely delicious. The only problem, and I think it's a big problem for me, is how crowded the park is. It is a very small space, and there are long lines for every single power-up band related experience, increasing the crowdedness. The Yoshi ride felt like a breath of fresh air, away from everyone.

[@chococat3972]

So now I know to go during the off season 🤝

[@konichiwa3744]

I found it shocking that an Asian park would cramp the walk areas so much to such a beloved ip.

[@handroid3023]

Thanks for showing something different to us, I would love to see continued breakdowns of other parks aside from Disneyworld.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

That's definitely the plan

[@chompythebeast]

The fact that this land's reveal/opening roughly coincided with Disney's absolute heel turn has got me putting Universal at the top of my list for the first time ever

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I suspect that everything else in Epic will rise to the same level. At least I hope.

[@konichiwa3744]

@@PoseidonEntertainmentI'm glad they kept deciding more rides matter.

[@Viking_Luchador]

Now that Cheapskate is gone, I'm rooting for Disney again

[@chompythebeast]

@@Viking_Luchador Then perhaps you've fallen for the maneuverings of corporate propaganda. It seems very clear that Chapek's policies were an extension of Iger's. Bringing Iger back should inspire no confidence, but should only be an indication of alarms blaring in Disney Corporate HQ. It may be a course correction, but it isn't a sign to come back onto the bandwagon

[@Viking_Luchador]

Oh, Iger isn't high on my list either. Quality took a hit when he decided to just buy everyone else's properties. But he didn't completely neglect the parks the way Chapek did. I don't imagine him being brought in long term. More likely just right the ship long enough to keep the shareholders from panicking any more than they already have.

[@birdflox1337]

I can appreciate the beautiful scenery of Koopa's Challenge, but I still really think they could've pulled off what they were going for much easier with something other than Mario Kart. a Luigi's Mansion ride in the style of this one could be incredible, giving guests their own mounted vacuum to suck up ghosts and interact with the world. transparency wouldn't be an issue, because ghosts are already transparent. when someone thinks about a Mario Kart ride, they're automatically gonna expect something fast and fun, because that's what the game's appeal is. the power-ups are just the cherry on the cake. to try and mimic that feeling through the use of an incredibly slow dark ride with AR effects is incredibly difficult.

[@BowtiesRcoool]

Interesting thought. I get you, Mario kart I'm thinking fast like the Cars ride at Disney. But let's see 😊

[@cataquackwarlord5389]

I love the little touches that have been done with the area, like featuring the special baby Yoshis that appeared in Super Mario World.

[@PiyushIsKool]

I’m an annual pass holder at Universal Hollywood and this is my new favorite ride at the park. I’ve been on it 2 times so far and it’s a lot of fun. The AR is a bit blurry but it’s still really cool!! Videos 100% don’t do it justice and you definitely have to ride it first. The scenes are huge in person like the skeleton fish one and it’s so immersive and fun. It’s like playing a game but your there and it has so much more re-ride ability than something like transformers!! 20/10

[@Isiel42]

Imagine a Kirby warp star ride. That'd be amazing.

[@OddyOddity-ob2uv]

I would kill for a Kirby's Air Ride attraction. Or a Kirby Café.

[@MrSporeaddict123]

Hell yeah more Poseidon content. Keep it up! Just moved to europe, cant wait to check out the parks youve mentioned

[@Crawling3nmyskin]

The sad part is, I barely found out awhile back that Yoshi’s adventure wasn’t coming to Hollywood… and that is the ride I was honestly looking forward to lol

[@stephanie8417]

I think that perhaps having a dark ride/ar portion ending with a roller coaster similar to test track would’ve been a slightly more enticing concept for the Mario Kart attraction

[@discoyetiproductions]

So glad Super Nintendo World is getting the recognition it deserves, excellent video as always.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I just wish it wasn't watered-down in Hollywood.

[@guykent802]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Singapore's is about to be the worst of them all cuz its so small 😭

[@cataquackwarlord5389]

As a longtime fan of Super Mario games, I'm super psyched for this area. I'm happy to hear that everything sounds great!

[@cc1009]

The AR technology wouldn't have been possible with a coaster so I think they made the right choice. Hopefully it feels fast but I've heard it does except for a couple scenes. I can't wait for this!! Big fan of channel by the way. Live in Orlando myself and theme parks are my life.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Perhaps this sounds a bit unconvincing, but I've heard that wind effects are used in the speedier sections to help you feel as if you're moving faster.

[@cc1009]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Honestly no, if it's in places like Rainbow Road and the Sky Cloud track (don't know what it's called) and not in scenes like the ocean track, and the sets and AR blend in well, then I could see it easily feeling fast, especially the fact that there's SO MUCH going on at once.

[@robertgronewold3326]

People have done VR technology in a coaster though. They did it in England, and the result was a LOT of seasick riders.

[@cc1009]

@@robertgronewold3326 Ya and we have a Rollercoaster at SeaWorld that tried the VR technology as well and failed cause of motion sickness and making the wait times for it EXTREMELY long cause they had to clean them every single time guests got off.

[@creed8712]

Didn’t they attempt to make one at six flags with Superman?

[@BeantownMrs]

This looks so incredibly cool! I can't wait to see it person one day!

[@guiltyrabbit1606]

Thank you for this video I love the concept for this park so much!! The level of details and interactibilty is amazing, really brings it to the next level!!

[@ashleighnichole8197]

This is 100% going to be the thing that gets me out of Disney and over to Universal for something other than Halloween Horror Nights! I can't wait!! And thank you for the absolutely amazing content, as always 💜

[@yousaysilver]

it's really cool to see just how interactive everything and how the minigames function, i was under the impression that it was basically the same as the wands

[@AdamSmith-gs2dv]

I love the interactive elements and the immersion. The main thing this land is missing IMO is a more extreme e ticket which I hope the Donkey Kong coaster will solve.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I don't think that Donkey Kong will be extreme, but it will certainly offer more thrill.

[@dasoupsoup]

14:01 Just want to point out that the bands cost ¥3800 in Japan, so it will be more around $35 in the US. With $70 you could probably buy two.

[@Jaheartsjonas]

I figured it couldn't possibly be $70 per band/person. They're not US Disney lol. Already saw someone complaining in the comments about that price point without putting in mind what he said was an guestimate and it might actually be cheaper in Japan.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I don't know why I wrote that into the script, though I did post a correction. Even going through the editing, I made a note to re-record that line and fix it, but I ended up forgetting.

[@kennapinkponyclub]

What i wish they would do here in the US, Is the limited time collaborations universal Japan does with series like attack on titan, sailor moon, etc. Not that universal orlando would use anime related IPs, but i think a rotating area of IPs would be really cool in islands of adventure or something

[@brettdudenhoeffer3405]

With rumors that Epic Universe might be doing all virtual queues, it almost seems like this area of the park was a testing ground for the one in Orlando. With so much interactivity to give guests stuff to do while they’re waiting in a virtual line. So exciting!

[@cataquackwarlord5389]

I'm delighted to hear how there are so many fun easter eggs in the Bowser's Castle queue; it sort of reminds me of the various props and gags in Muppet Vision 3D.

[@beneciotheperson]

My god I am so excited for this to come to the states and for the DK rollercoaster. As both a massive Nintendo diehard and theme park enthusiast, this is my most anticipated attraction of all time.

[@AnimatedAndrew]

This made me so much more excited for it to come to Universal Studios Hollywood, even with the smaller scale! The amount of interactivity in the park makes it look so damn fun. Even from the camera POV I thought the Mario Kart AR ride looked cool as hell, even with the slow movement. I was surprised when I heard you bring up that the ride drew criticism... until you mentioned it was from people responding to the videos and not the people riding it themselves. Like come on, of course a camera isn't gonna capture the AR effects in the goggles exactly as you see them! Also yeah it's a watered down and slower version of Mario Kart, but it being its own separate and fun little experience rather than being 1:1 with the game is kinda the whole point! I will say though, I do hope they bring other Nintendo properties outside of Mario to Super Nintendo World. If a Zelda section opens up, tickets would sell like hot cakes lmao. Heck, I'd even like to see a Metroid section especially with how much I loved the latest game. I do hope they bring that to Hollywood somehow as well.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I can see Legend of Zelda definitely coming to Florida. I've heard that as a franchise, it's far more popular with western audiences than it is with the Japanese, so if that's true, I wouldn't expect to see it in Japan.

[@SuperGodzillaFanJustin]

Im so glad someone else appreciates the yoshi ride! It looks 10x better than Disneys newer "kiddy" rides like mickeys runaway railway

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It just needs to be longer, though I think its track layout it limited by space in Japan. I don't believe it's any different in Orlando even though they have the space, which is a bit disappointing.

[@coaks9212]

Music was top notch in this video. Thank you for the overview! Can’t wait for it to open in Orlando. Hmm. If only a certain crappy CEO’s contract is up right when Super Nintendo World opens in Orlando…

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm glad Chapek's contract was extended. The damage has already been done, so 'll take pleasure in seeing Disney desperately scrambling to put out fires when they realize what's happening.

[@maclaynecredere5103]

I’d love to see a video just talking about Japanese theme parks in general I think there is a lot to talk about between universal Japan and Tokyo Disney and weird things like the Britain theme park

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It's certainly a possibility. I've been wanting to talk about Tokyo Disney, but I've been wanting to actually go before I do a video.

[@kamsavart]

The unfortunate thing about Hollywood's version will be too compact, and most definitely will be slammed on opening day and thereafter, choking the fun and lessening the experience of many park visitors.

[@liz_violet]

are any of the soundstages still used? other then horror nights, i dont hear a thing about shows being filmed there or anything.

[@ImGrantHorn]

There will most likely be boarding groups to enter the land to control capacity and guest experience. Rest of the park will be SLAMMED though. I'm hoping they do reservations for the land or something of that type so people don't get upset by not being to visit the land because they arrived late

[@meganruchwatercolors7186]

Another fabulous video! Thank you! My sons and I are big Super Mario fans! I am a successful artist and My sons are artists and my younger one is a programmer he self taught speaking, reading and writing Japanese! They are Currently working on a video game!

[@joaquinisnotgerman2092]

Great vid like always👍 keep up the good work

[@Nuvendil]

I think the *park* is absolutely incredible. I think the ride choices to launch it with are...unusual. There were better ways to execute the Mario Kart ride in particular. And I get people might not understand what it's trying to do, but really that's a flimsy excuse that doesn't really mean anything. All that matters is whether people are attracted to it and then enjoy it. The fact many are let down by it or don't find it interesting is, itself, a flaw regardless of whther they "understand" it or not. I think with time, the attraction offerings will catch up to the theming. Especially as the land expands, assuming it does.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

The only people let down by it are those who are judging from someone putting the goggles over a camera. The point I was trying to make is that this is likely much better in person and that most reviews have reflected this.

[@Nuvendil]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I get that, but you also acknowledged yourself that those people still say it's pretty good, not mindblowing or anything, and you need to keep your expectations in check. The issue I think most people have is that it's A) been overhyped by Universal (shocker) and B) it's presented as THE flagship for the land. It's not usually a good thing to have your flagship be a "keep your expectations in check" ride. If there was another ride that had a more broad appeal and larger impact, the response would probably be more tempered. And going by your final segment in this video, I think you would agree.

[@breloomation8834]

Hey Poseidon, love the new vid. I love both Disney and Universal having been to both in one trip, and I have to say, Super Nintendo World has blown Toy Story Land and Star Wars Land out of the Water. I personally think Pandora is a bit better but that's just me. What do you think?

[@NinthShinigami]

Not Poseidon but I mostly agree with your statement. Minus the Pandora being better part. I think Pandora is great but not better than SNW. I would put both in S tier themed lands tho. Like you that’s just me lol

[@NinthShinigami]

@@ChuckE.CheesesIllinois agreed 👍

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Pandora is great, but it does lack that essential kinetic motion and interactivity that SNW has executed so well. I would love for Disney for go and add more interactive elements to Pandora but I think it's highly unlikely, considering how poorly maintained those few elements are now.

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

@@PoseidonEntertainment the ip seems to have had it's high point. So i doubt anything will be done to pandore until it is time to rep lkace it with a new ip.

[@michaelhill9007]

Kinetic energy is great to see! I hope you got to see tokyo disneysea if you made it out to japan!

[@Jaheartsjonas]

He said he hasn't been yet

[@ButterFlyGardenBlossom]

My uncle who lives with us often has to travel by plane to California due to illness problems, and we’re thinking of going with him sometime after the Mario area opens, so we can see it, the USH park’s exclusive attractions, and the Californian Disney parks. I really want to appreciate the attention to detail behind this land. Also, who doesn’t want to meet Mario? Lol

[@briansieve]

I love that Seuss train in the air at Universal. I am totally thrilled at a 5 minute scenic ride at Epic.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Seuss Landing is so ridiculously under-rated. I just wish the attractions saw better maintenance.

[@briansieve]

@@PoseidonEntertainment agreed

[@jasonparker3925]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Suess Landing is the best late afternoon experience in the park in my opinion.

[@NinthShinigami]

@@PoseidonEntertainment agreed

[@SkeledroMan]

They desperately needed more space for this area. Nintendo world is a concept that could almost justify an entire park.

[@werewolfhide19]

It sucks that the closest one to me is the Hollywood one, which is going to be really small, but I’m still insanely excited to visit the place when it’s finished!

[@Shi_gai]

I still believe that Universal Florida will expand Nintendo further beyond Epic Universe and are just letting that open first to gauge interest (which I predict will be a smash hit on the same level of Wizarding World) and we’ll see some of the rumored early plans come to fruition such as Pokémon getting a ride replacing Kid Zone in Universal Studios and Zelda getting a land in Islands of Adventure replacing Lost Continent. As for the expansion in Epic Universe I predict we’ll see something for Metroid or even a full Yoshi land.

[@Dewlone]

They’re doing the donkey king coaster too

[@noneofyourbusiness1114]

I would squeal like a pregnant women for a Metroid,earthbound, or starfox world

[@TheMastermind729]

Well kid zone is dreamworld land now

[@seekittycat]

Walking through the super mario 64 castle at the beginning honestly makes me so happy already.

[@victokita6275]

i love that universal is getting up to par with disney. Last time I went Universal didn't give me the same spark disney did. Im so excited

[@cesargalue]

Yoshi"s ride has been getting harsh critics, yet those same people love the people mover in magic kingdom, I see it as a great ride for kids and to relax, like you said maybe add 1 or 2 more scenes will finish complementing.

[@nickn271]

I think when people complain about attractions/lands that don't live up to their expectations they're coming from a place of questioning Disney/Universal's budgets. Anyone who goes to the parks knows how much money it costs them for tickets, food, lodging, souvenirs, add-ons. Disney/Universal have enough money to spare no expense and knock these lands and rides out of the park. Yes their profits will temporarily take a hit because it will be expensive. But in the long run it will better demonstrate how they are looking toward the horizon of the theme park experience. Instead we continue to pay insane amounts to go to these parks to experience the "latest and greatest" land or ride and it is clear where they cut costs or overpromised but underdelivered.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm not sure if you're implying it or not, but does Super Nintendo World look like a place where budget cuts took place? The Yoshi queue in particular might make a small case, but overall, I think that the land delivers far better than Disney has recently.

[@nickn271]

@@PoseidonEntertainment I agree Super Nintendo World looks amazing. I do mean things like Yoshi’s queue and the DK expansion being reduced/shelved. Disney seems the be the more frequent offender in what I’m talking about. Galaxy’s Edge is the best example. While ROTR is amazing the rest of the land is meh. I expected more from a Disney who just got the rights to Star Wars. And I do think they promised more than we got.

[@austinmarks4088]

I'm pretty interested to see when people will inevitably try to speedrun the park.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I looked up the stickers and it might be challenging. If I recall, you can get one only for visiting in the first month of opening and others are granted seasonally. I'll be close enough to Epic to realistically be able to 100% it, but for most people, that might be a bit too ambitious.

[@austinmarks4088]

​@@PoseidonEntertainment I was actually thinking more like just getting the 3 keys and beating Bowser Jr as quickly as possible, but a 100% "run" of the park could be quite a feat on it's own.

[@kingnewcomer2029]

Even though my taste for theme park attractions have somewhat diminished in the last few years, I'm genuinely more excited for Super Nintendo World than I am for any Disney parks these days! Hopefully we'll start seeing other Nintendo franchises besides Super Mario, and other Mario side-character spin-off series in the future!

[@jaykay1899]

There’s going to be a donkey king rollercoaster at the new universal park, incase you didn’t know

[@InfamousNightraid]

I'm actually more excited to see Mario World in the US than I was when I went to Galaxy's Edge! I'm looking forward to next year!

[@Antronix3]

You'd think recording augmented reality that's supposed to be seen through a headset not looking accurate , and that you need to be there yourself would be common sense. People saw the video footage and really thought it looks like that in person? Wow

[@Suchatool98]

What I find interesting is this, when compared to the expansions of Disney, Supper Nintendo almost acts more as a direct competition to Toy Story Land/ Cars land in Hollywood Studios or the proposed expanded Bugs Land in Paris’s Studios. That is, in terms of the type of demographic the IP is targeting. Whereas, Galaxy Edge is truly the response to the Wizarding World. When Epic Universe opens, it will truly be a litmus test of the next generation of immersive theme park environments.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I have to somewhat disagree. I think that Super Nintendo World is the next evolution of Potter and has an even larger range of appeal. It definitely appeals strongly to children, but isn't necessarily catered to them. I do think it's interesting how many of the interactive elements are actually placed out of the reach of most small children.

[@dannielz6]

I absolutely love the Mario Kart and Yoshi rides. Universal is finally catering to Families and that's what it has to do if it wants to rival Disney.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I was thinking on doing a video about how Universal needs more family oriented attractions. Even stuff like Jaws and Kongfrontation were far more accessible than their various thrill rides.

[@NocturneFexy]

Islands of Adventure especially needs more family attractions. Hopefully that will happen if they decide to expand the park.

[@dannielz6]

​​@@PoseidonEntertainment Great Idea! Universal has definitely Proven they can make family attractions as good as Disney (Pets, ET, Madagascar) they just need a lot more of them. Despicable Me, Simpsons and Shrek were missed opportunities imo to keep up with Disney in the family dark ride category. I think the recent Pets and Nintendo World are an encouraging course correction away from screen based thrill rides.

[@Camilingue3]

I cannot wait😍 Thank you for making me feel more excited for it to get to Florida

[@Mehtaru]

Ok, now knowing of the existence of that Donkey Kong part after hearing everything in the Mario part has me even more interested than I already was

[@Skadinky708]

Great video as always Poseidon, I personally think that if this becomes the next big theme park trend, having video games in theme parks, there wouldn’t be enough “the average joe would recognize this” game series for major theme parks to use, feeling like any park announcing plans for video game expansions would likely have the reception of “this is just an obvious ripoff of universal” with parks using B tier game series, not having the level of “reach” the mario series would have.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Even with recognizable series, I can still see them being executed poorly. It wouldn't surprise me if we eventually saw a Halo attraction at Motiongate or something.

[@Skadinky708]

@@PoseidonEntertainment Hell I’d, love to see how Disney would handle it, cause they do not care about gaming in the slightest, either being the worlds most overhyped attraction and meet and greet obviously head by Mr. Bob Paycheck, or just ok. But id be even better to see which series they dip their toes into, cause if they have the gall to release an avatar land eight years after the movie came out and five before the sequel and still have it be a success on THE OVERHYPED movie of the past 20 years, anything is possible

[@maclaynecredere5103]

Imagine a skyrim theme park tho with a billion dollar budget

[@longlam6271]

One of the thing I hope is that whether with Japan or when they make one here in the U.S, I hope they expand Nintendo World. Mainly cause most of it is the Mario brand when it’s called Nintendo World. Having stuff from Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, and some other brands besides Mario and eventually Donkey Kong would be cool. Just like in video games, more dlc would be cool

[@spamtongspamton7878]

The Japanese are already making a DK land, but sadly they don't really have that much land to expand for other IPs

[@SinKillerJ]

At one point the wand experience could have been better. We were in talks with Universial on implementing our MagiQuest technology, which much like this had a questing component, though more in depth with alot more effects. Ultimately negotiations fell through and they developed their own system, while it was above my pay grade I've heard it was due to the price we quoted them.

[@JadeRabbit-je4gd]

Dude, could you imagine a Metroid World? Holy crap that would be awesome, I'd gladly pay for that interactive experience.

[@austinspalding4745]

Design the park like the games, either get hopelessly lost or have the most fun of your life

[@MrMcMind]

one of my biggest issues with this is simply: You have to spend even more money ontop of your entry fee. While the basic idea of these interactiables certainly has a lot of appeal, it looses it a bit when you realise how many people tend to be in the parks and how interacting with these open points of interest can get a hassel. You already see it with the challenges: they have queueline for a reason... and discovering them can become more of a just follow the crowd around (this is mitigated by having a lot of smaller ones ofc)

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I think that in a few years time, it'll feel more organic once the initial crowds subside. Not that it won't stop being popular, but you don't really see people queuing up for the wand magic now that the Wizarding World's lands have had time to settle.

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

Thank you for including the Goomba.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm still kind of iffy on the thumbnail. It seems a bit abrasive because it's so red.

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

@@PoseidonEntertainment honestly, I’m terrible at designing thumbnails and I like the way your looks. If you were to chance the red, maybe just make the full thing an image on the land without the red part and put the text and logos over that.

[@ItsAVolcano]

Just came back from the ride at Hollywood and it has *so* many Easter eggs. There's actually a list of various achievements you can get if you have a powerband, and it creates a ton of re-rideability.

[@brycebitetti1402]

I'm honestly just glad that a land themed around one of my favorite franchises in the world turned out so well. Everything about this land is a treat to all Mario fans, and there are so many references and flourishes from past games. I'm so excited to see what Universal can do with the Donkey Kong expansion, and would be so happy to see them do a Zelda themed area.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

For such a small area, they packed so much in. I would like to see more, but I'm glad that what's there is already pretty solid.

[@KEP1983]

I'm definitely going when they come to Orlando. I just wish it was bigger. Nintendo has the IP to have a large park like Magic Kingdom, or something along those lines.

[@eddiec9756]

Finally went on this ride on Friday last week at USH after I got hired and it was incredible for the first time. It brought my inner childhood wonder out. I didn't even notice the speed issue. The AR also looks a lot better when you wear the glasses. The only issue I had was that I didn't have enough shells to shoot because the other people in the car might have missed an item box or two.

[@jofficialchannel]

Can't wait for it to open in Hollywood! Gonna (hopefully) be getting a Universal AP just so I could go for the opening!

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm debating on making a trip just for it. The debate is between actually experiencing it as quickly as possible, or waiting for the full, complete land in Orlando. Either way, Universal seems to really be investing in Hollywood recently, which is great.

[@mystuhree8827]

Whenever they announced this I was so excited and I finally am in a place financially where I can go... So respectfully I'm gonna save this to my 'Watch Later Playlist' and come back after. Thank you for the spoiler warning at the start!

[@princesspikachu3915]

Sad… No love for the Yoshi ride even though my 4 year old daughter and myself are really impressed with it. Looks better than the Disney equivalent People Mover thing. I hope Universal keeps putting out effort into its theming because Disney could use some competition. Disney has gotten lazy and needs another to offer a challenge. And the Nintendo World is impressive for what it is.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I don't think that anything can really beat the Peoplemover, but I also agree that Yoshi could be a bit more involved.

[@giannabruce7174]

This reminds me a lot of something they had on the Disney cruise back in the day (might still have? I'm not entirely sure), but it was a mystery game where you had to run all over the boat to find clues and solve a mystery. It had similar interactive elements with wristbands that you would scan to see individualized scenes. The best part was that the mystery changed every time so the suspect you correctly identified the first time wouldn't be the same the next time. This allowed the game to have a storyline that not only progressed and saved your personal progress but also allowed for a lot of replayability. So Disney has done things like this in the past (admittedly with fewer physical set pieces and on a smaller scale), but apparently decided not to follow up on it. I'm glad to see Universal employing a similar system, and I'm so excited to see how they expand upon it in the future!!

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

We live a couple hours north of Orlando and we can't wait for Super Nintendo World to open. I really believe the area will be an amazing experience.

[@oldsport4590]

So hyped to go to one of these when they open in the US

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm debating between going and seeing it in Hollywood, or just waiting for the full thing when it opens in Florida. Ideally, I want to experience it as fully intended with Yoshi and Donkey Kong, but I'm also highly curious about Mario Kart.

[@robertgronewold3326]

I rather hope that add something like a Pokémon stadium area, in the vein of an interactive theater show where the battling Pokémons attacks can be felt by the audience.

[@louis559]

Perfect. By the time I have kids old enough to appreciate it, Nintendo world seems like it'll be a nice well-established theme park.

[@breenotcheese746]

I've personally ridden the Mario Kart ride in USH and I loved it. it manages to create an engaging video game ride, but it's not entirely screen based and seeing physical recreations of so many tracks is incredible.

[@kiptelgat]

I'm one of those cynicals who thought this was lame but this video has mostly changed my mind. it makes me excited at the potential of a metroid or LoZ themed park. It would be perfect, since those games are known for discovering or receiving items to unlock new parts or interactions in the game levels. Like imagine a metroid based labrynth that's choose your own adventure or something.

[@myriadhues457]

Thats really neat that its interactive with the wrist style passes

[@bobbyswanson3498]

something i would absolutely love to see in the future is a super mario galaxy expansion or ride. i think they could do so much with it

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It could definitely be cool as a slow moving dark ride. I can picture guests boarding little air ships and moving through the Galaxy.

[@They_are_Arthur]

When I went on the Mario Kart ride my mom's AR headset did not work. I'm glad to see what the "without AR" version of the ride looks like, they at least provide good scenery for those that fail to use the AR headset right.

[@combatking0]

Reminds me of a "retro" AR kart racing game from a story I read which was set about 200 years in the future. Except that had people driving go-karts in an underground karting track below a super arcade.

[@kiwibird6671]

27:47 When I heard the name Nintendo I honestly thought they were going to do something like Smash Bros because it crosses over almost every popular Nintendo franchises. Also Super Smash Brothers is one of their most successful series. They still could do that if they can’t decide between Zelda, Pokémon, etc.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I mean, if you really wanted, you could make Smash Bros. a reality when you're there if you didn't care about consequences.

[@jamesmcelwain342]

I mean the cat in the hat world blew my mind as a child so I can’t imagine how I would feel seeing this as a kid

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

Seuss Landing is ridiculously under-rated. I wish it would get some more love or a new attraction.

[@alyssapotamus]

The fact that they missed the opportunity to capitalize on the onceler ship fandom a decade ago to make an a new Lorax attraction is mind boggling. It would have been a classic by now if they acted.

[@TooningIn2008]

I agree with most of the points you made about the one already in Japan. The theming is impeccable, almost as if it came straight from the video games (Personally I think the Yoshi ride is just decent, even as a big Yoshi fan. It definitely needed more scenes and Yoshi’s island related things in it). The park could definitely use more rides and other Nintendo IPs, but what is already there is great

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I will definitely say that the biggest issue is that it leaves me wanting more. Even an additional scene or two could have really solidified Yoshi as a must-do for a lot of people.

[@ftrwrwbg]

I’m still very hyped to get to visit one day and I know overall it will be a childhood dream come true. Still I do find the Mario kart ride disappointing. Just because it was never intended to be a fast roller coaster doesn’t mean that’s not disappointing it just means I don’t like what they intended. I and clearly lots of other fans would have loved a high-speed Mario themed roller coaster with a lot of cool animatronics. Yoshi ride looks nice though.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I think that's the point of the Donkey Kong coaster though. It seems like it was intended to add that thrill element, especially as it jumps the tracks.

[@joshberninger8355]

I would like to see Pokémon and Kirby expansions next to it in Orlando as they all aesthetically fit together. Then, like with Harry Potter, add additions into other parks. Lost Continent could make an easy transition to Zelda with a couple of new rides in place of Poseidons and Sinbads stadium spaces, and then do a general space themed area back in Universal Studios (maybe between MiB and Springfield, that incorporates Metroid, Star Fox and F-Zero.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It'll be interesting to see what happens to Springfield once the contract is up

[@cataquackwarlord5389]

This is the kind of truly immersive and fun setting that a fan of a franchise like myself will love, acting as a love letter to the whole setting. It's the sort of thing I wish had been done with the Star Wars area at Disney.

[@rokutsubasa4544]

I actually went there last year when i went to japan for school, around April when covid was still a huge issue, bc I know it will be packed once they start letting tourists visit... but even without tourists..it was still very packed but at least I didn't have to wait over 2 hours for each ride haha. I think the AR ride, it must be experienced, bc there's a bunch happening with the AR, my eyes can't really catch up haha. I wish marioland was bigger tho!

[@repboy1]

When it opens In epic . I think it will be received much more favorable as it will balance out some of the more thrilling attractions being built

[@TheFantasyXIX]

Anyone dissing the Mario Kart attraction needs to take a chill pill. Oh no, it's not a rollercoaster where you go fast. Boo hoo. Like they forgot Velocicoaster exists a skip and a hop away, not to mention the DK coaster that'll be coming up and a bunch of other rides in Epic Universe. Maybe I'm just easy to impress, but I'm in love with the overall look and theming of the rides no matter how intense they are. Besides, not everything needs to be a thrill ride; having low-intensity and stress stuff adds more variety to the park overall, and therefore bigger crowds. You'd think people would fall head over heels for the environment anyway given how much Galaxy's Edge is lambasted for pretty much being a space-themed mall.

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

I'm of the opinion that Universal actually needs more slow-moving, immersive dark rides rather than thrills. Also, taking into account that Epic will open with 5 coasters and other thrilling attractions, Mario Kart and Yoshi will be desperately needed balance.

[@saturdaymorningfan3123]

Another great video. Any chance for future videos a video on the different rides only found at the overseas universal (like that japan still has jaws and backdraft!) or a video on universal Japan's cool summer rides long history?

[@PoseidonEntertainment]

It could certainly happen, though likely not any time soon.

[@caseynelson7355]

Your intros are such a vibe

[@ajzeg01]

I’m so excited for the Donkey Kong area. Mario is cool but my heart belongs to DK.