The Captain Toad figure at the end of Yoshi’s Adventure in Universal Epic Universe is now moving and talking. Captain Toad The figure appears near the end of the Super Nintendo World attraction. It has been static since Yoshi’s Adventure opened for previews, but now waves and thanks guests for their help in finding the … Read more
In a recent post from Universal Studios Japan, the park’s newest popcorn bucket design has been revealed as a Bob-omb from the Super Mario games. Bob-omb Popcorn Bucket As shared on X by Universal Studios Japan, the upcoming popcorn bucket is shaped like the iconic Bob-omb from the Super Mario universe. The bucket is shown … Read more
The brand new Super Nintendo World room of the expanded Universal Studios Store in Universal CityWalk Orlando has sprung a leak. Ceiling Leak in Universal Studios Store The leaky ceiling comes as rainy weather passes through Central Florida. The affected area is the corner of the store closest to Universal Cinemark. This space was formerly … Read more
In a continuing trend from the original Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan, the land in Epic Universe is full of even more hidden Pikmin for guests to find! If you want a little help finding every colorful little creature, we have a complete photo guide. Nintendo Super Star Store The first few Pikmin … Read more
In a recent change to the Early Park Admission policies for Epic Universe, guests can now ride select Dark Universe attractions during the additional hour. Dark Universe Added to Early Park Admission Early Park Admission is a benefit at Universal Orlando Resort that allows guests of select hotels and specific groups to visit the theme … Read more
Super Nintendo World character meet and greets in Universal Epic Universe include Mario and Luigi, Toad, Princess Peach, and Donkey Kong. Mario & Luigi Mario and Luigi meet together in the center of Super Mario Land, on the lower level. They meet approximately every hour, with their last set at 7:10 p.m. Exact meet and … Read more
With Epic Universe now open to all guests, we ventured into Donkey Kong Country in Super Nintendo World to try the DK Crush Float from The Bubbly Barrel. Does it hold up to the float offered at Universal Studios Japan? Read on to find out. Location The Bubbly Barrel is located in Super Nintendo World, … Read more
Take a trip to Super Nintendo World as we eat all of the snacks and drink the themed beverages at Yoshi’s Snack Island in Epic Universe. Location Yoshi’s Snack Island is located behind the entrance for Yoshi’s Adventure, near the warp pipe entrance to Donkey Kong Country in Super Nintendo World. Exterior This is a … Read more
The Legend of Zelda merchandise is available at Universal Epic Universe, fueling rumors that a Zelda expansion is in the works for Super Nintendo World. Universal has not made an official announcement, however, and this merchandise is not exclusive to Epic Universe. Hyrule Mug – $21 This is a black ceramic mug with the Hyrule … Read more
If you don’t want to wear your Super Nintendo World Power-Up Band on your wrist (or find that it falls off frequently), Universal Epic Universe has a new keychain carry case for the accessory. Power-Up Band Case – $20 Made of flexible yellow silicone, the case resembles a question mark block. A silver-tone lobster claw … Read more
Each portal of Universal Epic Universe held a special opening ceremony featuring characters, smoke, music, and pyrotechnics on opening day, May 22. Epic Universe Opening The celebration began with green and gold fireworks behind Universal Helios Grand Hotel. A narrator welcomed travelers to Epic Universe for this “historic day” before introducing Steven Spielberg. The filmmaker’s … Read more
Hello and welcome back to Epic Universe! The other reporters have been in the park since AP previews began, but it was finally my turn. It’s bizarre. I’ve been watching this project for so long. Like, since Vivendi sold off the expansion land and then Comcast bought it back. I know some of y’all have … Read more
The expansion to the Universal Studios Store in Universal CityWalk Orlando has opened with a new Super Nintendo World section and a larger section dedicated to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Super Nintendo World The store now takes up the entire first-floor space next to the Universal Cinemark. The Cinnabon and Quiet Flight Surf … Read more
Progress continues on the Universal Studios Store expansion in Universal CityWalk Orlando, with Nintendo characters and logos for Super Nintendo World added to the exterior. Nintendo Characters Added to Universal Studios Store On Monday, flats were added on top of the yellow exterior walls. Each one was painted yellow to match their background. Here, near … Read more
As part of Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, guests visiting Super Nintendo World can participate in a Yoshi Egg Hunt for access to an exclusive meet and greet opportunity. Yoshi Egg Hunt Headbands & Stickers Guests are given headbands when entering Super Nintendo World, which are used to track the eggs as they … Read more
As part of the many festivities for the inaugural Universal Fan Fest Nights event, guests in Super Nintendo World were able to meet and take pictures with Yoshi. Yoshi Meet and Greet We met a green Yoshi in Super Nintendo World. Yoshis come in a variety of colors, but green is the common coloring for … Read more