Universal Orlando's Epic Universe first look: Super Nintendo World
First look: Epic Universe Super Nintendo World
FOX 35's David Martin got to explore Epic Universe's Super Nintendo World. One of five lands in the brand new Universal Orlando park.
ORLANDO, Fla. - FOX 35 is taking a first look at Universal Orlando's brand-new theme park…Epic Universe!
Universal Orlando's highly anticipated fourth theme park in The City Beautiful is bringing 5 new lands full of attractions and experiences for guests to enjoy.
FOX 35's David Martin had the chance to preview the park before it opens to the public on May 22. Check out what he discovered after he entered the iconic green tube into Super Nintendo World!
What is Super Nintendo World?
What to Expect:
Super Nintendo World can be best described as stepping into any Super Nintendo game. Guests can expect to be fully immersed in this land! "The vibrant scenery from the Super Mario video game franchise is dazzling beyond comprehension", FOX 35's David Martin said. "Stimulation to the max"!
This land is also different from the others as it is broken up into basically two different experiences, Super Mario Land™ and Donkey Kong Country™
What can guests expect to find in Super Nintendo World?
RIDES:
- Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge is a 3-D / 4-D Experience, Motion Simulation where guests will put on special goggles and steer through the iconic Mario Kart courses just like in the game! The goal is to collect the digital coins and throw shells to try to defeat Team Bowser and win the Golden Cup. There is a minimum height requirement of 40 inches to ride. | Super Mario Land™
Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge
- Mine-Cart Madness™ is a thrill coaster where guests board a mine cart and zoom through the Golden Temple. The goal is to help Donkey Kong protect the Golden Banana! There is a minimum height requirement of 40 inches to ride. | Donkey Kong Country™
Mine-Cart Madness™
- Yoshi's Adventure™ is a ride for the whole family! Guests will weave through Mushroom Kingdom landscapes, encountering characters while searching for the hidden colored eggs. There is a minimum height requirement of 34 inches to ride. | Super Mario Land™
Yoshi's Adventure™
INTERACTIVE ATTRACTIONS:
- Say Hello to Mario and Friends - Guests will have the opportunity to meet Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Toad and Donkey Kong. The appearance of characters is subject to change and not all are guaranteed to appear at the same time.
Mario Motors
STORES:
- 1-Up Factory | Super Mario Land™
- Mario Motors | Super Mario Land™
- Funky’s Fly ‘N’ Buy | Donkey Kong Country™
Tip from David:
Guests can purchase a Power-Up Band at the shops inside the land! This wrist accessory will enhance guests play throughout the land and help collect important coins and keys to unlock hidden surprises!
David uses a Power-Up Band!
CREDIT | Universal Orlando
FOOD & DRINKS:
Quick Service:
- Toadstool Cafe™- soups, salads, and sandwiches, as well as entrees and desserts | Super Mario Land™
Snacks & Beverages:
- The Bubbly Barrel - Tropical drinks and snacks | Donkey Kong Country™
- Yoshi's Snack Island™ - Juices and fruit-based specialty beverages | Super Mario Land™
- Turbo-Boost Treats - Mario Kart™ race day themed snacks | Super Mario Land™
First look at Epic Universe food and drink menu
We are 100 days away from Epic Universe Opening at Universal Orlando Resort, and EYNTK.info Lead Publisher Tharin White joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down everything you need to know about the new theme park and the new themed food and drink options coming to all 5 worlds at Epic Universe on May 22.
What are the four other lands in Epic Universe?
Big picture view:
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
- How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk
- Celestial Park
- Dark Universe
Early reviews rave about new Epic Universe ride
Universal Orlando Resort released new wands, Butterbeer options this weekend, along with opening up Team Member previews for Epic Universe. Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down everything you need to know about the new offerings at Universal, and the coaster making waves on social media that some fans are calling the best theme park attraction in Florida.
When will Epic Universe open?
Timeline:
Epic Universe will open to the public on May 22.
It is located a few miles away from Universal's theme parks at 4700 West Sand Lake Road in Orlando.
Inside Epic Universe: Celestial Park and Dark Universe
FOX 35's David Martin and Garrett Wymer take you inside Epic Universe to check out Celestial Park and another world the LIVE audience of FOX 35 News+ selected this morning!
How to buy tickets?
What you can do:
Those who wish to purchase Epic Universe tickets can click here.
Single-day tickets for Epic Universe will be available starting June 1, Universal Orlando officials say.
Tickets in June, July and August will range anywhere from $164 to $189 per person, per day, with the average ticket price around $175.
The "starting at" price for single-day tickets is $139. However, this only covers a few weekdays in early September. The highest single-day ticket price is $199 during the holiday season.
Universal will also offer other additional purchases that guests can use to enjoy the new park, including Universal express passes and VIP tours. These are expected to go on sale soon.
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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by FOX 35's David Martin in an inside look at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe theme park on April 5, 2025.