Nintendo es una agencia de talentos, afirma Miyamoto

In May 2015, Nintendo made a groundbreaking announcement that marked a new chapter in its storied history: a strategic partnership with Universal Parks & Resorts to bring its most cherished video game universes to life in the form of immersive theme parks. This collaboration signaled Nintendo’s bold leap beyond the gaming console, venturing into the realm of experiential entertainment with a vision that would reshape how fans interact with beloved franchises. A decade later, that vision has not only been realized—it has flourished.

Today, Super Nintendo World stands as a vibrant testament to Nintendo’s creative legacy, opening its gates in Osaka, Japan, followed by transformative expansions in Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Florida in Orlando. With the upcoming debut of the Singapore location, the global footprint of Super Nintendo World continues to grow, offering fans a full-sensory journey through the worlds of Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, and more.

At the heart of these experiences are not just rides and attractions—they are deeply interactive adventures. Guests don armor in Super Mario Run-style gameplay, where their movements trigger real-time effects in the environment. The Donkey Kong Country zone features ride-throughs and immersive environments where players battle through jungle temples and avoid giant hammers, all while feeling like they’re stepping into a living video game.

Beyond the attractions, the parks are a celebration of Nintendo’s artistic and technical mastery. From the signature “Toadstool”-shaped food stalls to limited-edition collectibles, themed merchandise, and character dining experiences—like eating alongside Mario in a festive Mushroom Kingdom eatery—every detail is crafted to transport guests into a world they’ve only ever known on screen.

And now, as Universal’s new Epic Universe park prepares to open in Orlando, Florida, the next chapter in this global journey is about to begin. Central to this expansion is the first-ever U.S. debut of Donkey Kong Country, promising a full-scale, narrative-driven experience that blends the charm of the classic jungle platformer with cutting-edge ride technology and environmental storytelling.

Before this grand unveiling, I had the rare opportunity to speak with Shigeru Miyamoto, the visionary creator of Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and Donkey Kong. In a candid conversation, he reflected on the evolution of Super Nintendo World, the excitement of working with a new generation of Nintendo developers who have grown up playing the very games they now help bring to life, and his enduring passion for innovation.

Miyamoto spoke with characteristic humility and wonder about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, hinting at a console that isn’t just a hardware upgrade, but a creative evolution—one designed to empower both players and creators with new tools for expression, connection, and immersive play. He emphasized that the Switch 2 isn’t just about more power; it’s about more possibilities, more ways for stories to unfold across physical and digital realms.

As Super Nintendo World continues to expand and Epic Universe ushers in a new era of themed entertainment, one thing is clear: Nintendo’s journey from pixelated pixels to full-scale, heart-pounding adventure is far from over. It’s just beginning.