Nintendo enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the grand opening of the company’s official museum will need to extend their patience a tad longer.
Originally slated for a March 2024 debut, the Nintendo Museum’s inauguration has been postponed, with the latest possible opening now set for April 30, 2024.
The journey towards this museum began back in 2021 when Nintendo announced plans to establish a space dedicated to chronicling its rich product development history and philosophy.
Initially dubbed the “Nintendo Gallery,” this cultural hub was destined to rise from the grounds of the old Uji Ogura Plant in Kyoto, promising a attractive showcase of various Nintendo creations.
Youa can check the original official “Nintendo Museum Opening release date trailer” below:
Fast forward to September 2023, during a Nintendo Direct event, where the company disclosed the anticipated completion date for this museum, now rechristened as the Nintendo Museum.
Accompanying the announcement were tantalizing glimpses of the museum’s architecture, including an aerial view showcasing the iconic “Question Block” from the Super Mario Bros. ‘
Series adorning its roof. Despite apparent progress in construction, completion has faced a minor setback.
An eagle-eyed Twitter user, @hanayohaneNEKO, shared a snapshot revealing a construction notice at the museum site.
The notice pinned April 30, 2024, as the target completion date, aligning with the Golden Week celebrations. This slight delay extends the wait by a month from the initial projection, dashing hopes for a March releasing.
どうやら4/30までは工事
ニンテンドーミュージアムはゴールデンウィークにオープンされるのかな？ pic.twitter.com/Lzns8XKICO
— 国木田ヨハネーズン (@hanayohaneNEKO) March 20, 2024
Nintendo enthusiasts had anticipated the museum’s completion within the company’s 2023 fiscal year, which concludes in March 2024. While the setback isn’t drastic, Nintendo has maintained silence regarding a revised opening date, leaving enthusiasts in suspense.
Details regarding the museum’s exhibits remain scarce, with Nintendo hinting at a showcase of historical products.
Contrasting the immersive experiences offered at attractions like Super Nintendo World, the museum is anticipated to pivot towards spotlighting Nintendo’s hardware legacy, potentially featuring prototypes and milestones from the company’s console lineage.
Enthusiasts eagerly anticipate further updates from Nintendo, eagerly awaiting insights into the museum’s offerings and a concrete reopening date.
