Robert Joseph “Bob” Dowling, the former publisher and editor in chief of The Hollywood Reporter for 17 years, died December 30 after a short illness. He was 83.
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Super Nintendo World officially opens at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, February 17, 2023, it was announced today. The opening marks Super Nintendo World’s official arrival to the United States – Universal Studios Japan got a version of the themed land in 2021.
The all-new, dynamic land will be located within a newly-expanded area of Universal Studios Hollywood in the lower section of the park, near the Transformers ride. Guests will enter Super Nintendo World via the iconic Warp Pipe.
Super Nintendo World will feature a “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” ride, as well as many interactive activities designed to engage the entire family within the captivating Mushroom Kingdom. There will also be themed dining at the Toadstool Cafe and shopping at the 1-UP Factory retail store.
From the moment guests pass through the Warp Pipe, enter Peach’s Castle before venturing further into the Mushroom Kingdom. With purchase of a Power-Up Band – wearable, interactive wristbands – guests will be able to deepen their interactions across the land.
Among the features and attractions are:
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge: This all-new ride promises to “seamlessly fuse cutting-edge augmented reality with projection mapping technology and actual set pieces along a moving ride track. Set against a backdrop of color, sound and movement, guests will be seated in stadium-style, four-seat vehicles as they navigate familiar courses through the creative use and integration of head mounted AR goggles, which are touted as “a key point of differentiation that distinguishes this ride from other theme park attractions.” The premise of “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” is simple but challenging, and designed to appeal guests of all ages regardless
Robert Joseph “Bob” Dowling, the former publisher and editor in chief of The Hollywood Reporter for 17 years, died December 30 after a short illness. He was 83.
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