When your husband is a total gaming enthusiast… 🎮
You end up with a weekend dedicated to taking the kids to an unforgettable Nintendo Switch 2 experience event! ✅
Our two little ones are absolute fans of Animal Crossing and Mario Kart, so today was nothing short of pure magic for them. They were completely immersed in the world of gaming, and it was amazing to watch their faces light up with joy.
Since tickets were reservation-only and limited in number, there was no rush or overcrowding. Everyone had plenty of time to dive into each game at their own pace. The staff members were absolutely fantastic—constantly cheering on my younger son, handing out high-fives after every round, and making sure everyone left with smiles on their faces.
The new Mario Kart World takes things to another level with its stunning day-and-night switching effects. It’s not just fun—it’s visually breathtaking! We even got to try out a first-ever 24-player battle, though let’s just say teamwork wasn’t exactly our strong suit this time around (family elimination never felt so hilarious 😆).
We also played a Donkey Kong banana-smashing game, which I thought was decent but nothing groundbreaking. My personal highlight, however, was the free play area. Kirby is simply adorable, and it’s one of those games that truly brings the whole family together. And don’t get me started on the newly released Mario Party pack for Switch 2—it includes camera projection features that turn living room sessions into full-body workouts. Who knew gaming could be such a calorie-burning adventure?
If hunger hadn’t struck us mid-way through, we probably would’ve stayed until the very last minute.
As a cherry on top, we exchanged our stamped passports for a Nintendo backpack at the end of the day. Let me tell you, the quality and design are top-notch, complete with multiple compartments for all your essentials. Almost everyone leaving the venue walked away with one—it’s like they gave away gold bars! Truly, such a generous perk for attendees.
All in all, it was a day filled with laughter, excitement, and some serious bonding over pixels and power-ups. Can’t wait for the next one!
Mason Jensen 
Gemma King 
Audrey Grant