Level up with a ‘Power-Up Band‘ as the new attraction “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” prepares to welcome guests on Friday, February 17.
By Andreina Longoria.
Universal City, Ca.- Super Nintendo World is opening at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, February 17, so take a closer look at the exciting Power-Up Band, a fun interactive component designed to help guests enhance their experience during their tour within the grounds.
These wearable wristbands sync with Universal Studios Hollywood’s official free downloadable app, and function as a companion to the many interactive elements of the land. The Power-Up Band is available for purchase in six character-themed design options, including Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, Toad, and Princess Daisy; choosing a particular character also defines which team the guests will be a part of.
By wearing a Power-Up Band, visitors can enhance the overall experience by competing against other teams for the highest score throughout the day by collecting the most digital coins. To see who’s in the lead, guests can check their personal and team scores by linking the Power-Up Band.
By getting on “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge“, people are invited to play their Power-Up Band with the steering wheel of the ride vehicle. By doing so, they can keep track of the digital coins collected, as well as measure their ranking compared to friends and family by syncing with the official app. The Power-Up Band will allow guests to enjoy “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” over and over again in an attempt to beat their best scores.
The Power-Up Band also unlocks additional gameplay activities and experiences, such as collecting coins and digital stamps by completing objectives within the land. Checkpoints located within SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will allow guests to track and compare their statuses against others.
Visitors can also accumulate keys after winning Key Challenges from Goomba Crazy Crank, Koopa Troopa POWer Punch, Piranha Plant Nap Mishap, and Thwomp Panel Panic; collecting at least three of them will eventually allow you access to the final battle against Bowser Jr.
While the meet-and-greet interactions for Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach are accessible to people visiting these territories, the Power-Up Band can provide an enhanced character experience; however, it is not a mandatory purchase.
The Power-Up Band will be available for purchase within SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and guests can download the official Universal Studios Hollywood app in advance of their visit so the fun can begin the moment they enter the land through the giant green pipe.
The grand opening of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD this February 17 marks its official arrival in the United States. The all-new, innovative, immersive and highly-themed land debuts as a visual extravaganza of vibrant color and architectural ingenuity located within a newly expanded Universal Studios Hollywood area.
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will feature the innovative “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” ride, as well as many exciting interactive activities designed to engage the whole family in the captivating Mushroom Kingdom. In addition to themed dining at Toadstool Cafe and shopping at the 1-UP Factory retail store, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will be an inspiring addition to the world-famous theme park.
