Super Nintendo World is coming along nicely, but its opening is obviously delayed

Until it’s safe

, Nintendo gave us a bit more info on the recent Universal Studios of Japan’s Super Nintendo World expansion, but as expected, it’s news of a delay.

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa explained that it was originally slated to open bef🌳ore the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (next July), but the schedule was altered due to the current pandemic. This matches up with a statement made by Universal Studios itself, who delayed the opening of the park just over a week ago.

Representative director and Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto (who served as a creative consultant for the park) adds that he “expects Universal Studios Japan will announce a new opening date after taking measures to ensure safe operation.” After Japan gets a handle on things, the US and Singapore expansions are still on the table at this time.

🍬T♑he thing is, a lot of the framework is actually done already, and Japanese citizens have been walking or driving by the construction shot to take candid photos and videos. As you can see , the park is making huge strides this year in terms of its construction.

A miniature Mario zone is seemingly finished, complete with spinning coins, pipes and a Thwomp that has eyes that light up at night. You can also see a giant replica of Bowser’s Castle in the shot: all of those elements are part of the above concept art. Just teleport me there (when it’s safe)!

 [Nintendo]

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