Universal Orlando Resort’s highly anticipated Mine Cart Madness ride, part of the new Super Nintendo World expansion at Epic Universe, has encountered several technical setbacks during its preview period, raising concerns among guests and online followers. Recently, TikTok user @walruscard shared a troubling update, suggesting that the attraction was shut down for an entire day due to an alleged accident.
Accident Reported at Mine Cart Madness
According to the TikTok post, the ride experienced a complete closure on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, with Mine Cart Madness reportedly out of operation for the entire day. The user also pointed out a troubling visual detail: “So many carts missing wheels on Nintendo’s latest ride.” This unexpected issue has sparked speculation about the cause of the accident, with many questioning if the attraction will be ready for the official grand opening on May 22.
The ride, a key feature of the Super Nintendo World expansion, draws heavily from the iconic Donkey Kong franchise, incorporating Universal’s advanced “Boom Coaster” technology that simulates the high-flying, thrilling jumps seen in the video games. With the grand opening just around the corner, the ride’s repeated technical difficulties are raising eyebrows among guests who were eager to experience the latest addition to the park.
@walruscarp Allegedly an Accident Happened at Mine Cart Madness at Epic Universe causing it to go down all day on Wednesday 5/7/25. Whatever happened there are so many carts missing wheels 🛞 on Nintendo’s latest ride. I’m curious if we will see it open with new cosmetic wheels by May 22. What do you think? #epicuniverse #epicuniverse2025 #epicuniverseorlando #epicuniversethemepark #epicuniversepreview #minecartmadness #donkeykongride
While Universal has not officially commented on the May 7 incident, it is not the first time Mine Cart Madness has faced operational challenges during the preview period. Previous reports from guests have mentioned delays and unscheduled shutdowns, further adding to concerns about the ride’s readiness.
What Happens Next?
Many are now wondering whether the attraction will be able to recover in time for its highly anticipated public debut. With the Mine Cart Madness ride integral to the Super Nintendo World experience, Universal is under pressure to resolve these issues swiftly. The question on everyone’s mind is whether visitors will see the ride reopen with repaired or new cosmetic wheels, as speculated by some fans online.
As the May 22 opening date looms, all eyes are on Universal Orlando Resort to address these technical issues and ensure a smooth and thrilling experience for those eager to ride the latest Nintendo-inspired coaster. Whether the ride will be up and running in time remains to be seen, but one thing is for certain: Mine Cart Madness is sure to be a highlight of the new Epic Universe, provided it can overcome these initial challenges.
We were just there on the 13th of May and rode the Mine Cart ride with no issues. Sure they are working out the kinks but shut downs should be expected when on technical review, and people should expect closings into the first few weeks of opening.