Nintendo Announces SUPER NINTENDO WORLD Direct Stream Showcasing Donkey Kong Country Expansion

Nintendo fans have another date to mark on their calendars as the company has officially announced a special SUPER NINTENDO WORLD Direct livestream.

Set to air on November 11, 2024, at 2 p.m.

PT, the presentation will run for approximately 10 minutes and shine a spotlight on the much-anticipated Donkey Kong Country expansion at Universal Studios Japan.

The announcement—made via the official Nintendo of America X (formerly Twitter) account—confirms that the broadcast will focus on the theme park's latest addition rather than new Nintendo Switch game information, a detail explicitly stated in the promotional material. The Donkey Kong Country expansion represents a significant new attraction for SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, further cementing the theme park's status as a must-visit destination for gaming fans worldwide.

Scheduled to debut in Japan in 2024 before its arrival at Universal Studios Orlando in the United States, the new area promises to bring the lush jungles and iconic characters of the Donkey Kong franchise to life with interactive experiences, themed rides, and immersive settings.

Notably, the Donkey Kong Country expansion joins the existing Super Mario-themed sections, expanding the park’s appeal and diversifying its attractions for both longtime and new Nintendo aficionados. In an official statement, Nintendo outlined that the upcoming SUPER NINTENDO WORLD Direct will be dedicated entirely to showcasing the Donkey Kong Country area within the Universal Studios Japan resort.

No announcements related to Nintendo Switch games or upcoming releases will be included in this presentation.

This approach highlights Nintendo's continued collaboration with Universal Studios to create engaging real-world experiences for its fans outside of traditional gaming platforms. Since its original opening in 2021, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Japan has drawn thousands of visitors, featuring interactive attractions inspired by Mario Kart, Yoshi's Adventure, and other legendary franchises.

Universal Studios Orlando is currently constructing its own version of the themed land, with the Donkey Kong Country area projected to open alongside other highly anticipated attractions. While some fans may have been hoping for news on titles like Donkey Kong Country for Nintendo Switch or other game reveals during this broadcast, Nintendo has made it clear that this livestream is focused exclusively on the theme park expansion.

Viewers can tune in through the official Nintendo YouTube channel to catch the latest updates and a close look at the Donkey Kong Country experience that awaits visitors in 2024 and beyond. With the steady success of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, both Nintendo and Universal Studios Japan continue to set new benchmarks for interactive entertainment, bringing beloved video game worlds to life in remarkable ways for families and fans alike.

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