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Universal Studios sets February opening date for Super Nintendo World

Universal Studios Japan visitors wear themed augmented reality goggles for the "Mario Kart" ride during a media preview of the Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on March 17, 2021.

LOS ANGELES — The transformation of the American theme park as a palace for thrills and passive rides to locations centered around active play will continue on Feb. 17 when Universal Studios Hollywood opens its Super Nintendo World.

The land, anchored around the look and feel of Nintendo's "Super Mario Bros." family of games, will boast a showcase ride inspired by the "Mario Kart" racing titles. More important, it's designed as a place to inspire guest participation, with

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