Brian's Epic Universe Experience: AMA

[HHN Maddux]

Was everything working on your Unchained run, and how close did the animatronics get?

 

[JusJarBo]

Spoiler

Yup!

Like an *enchanted* Oak? haha

Here's a photo.

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Oh.... i was hoping for some interactive show... oh well

 

[Evan]

Now what are you opinions on sight-lines and or show building / backstage intrusions?

 

[ghaap]

Hoping you could give a little insight on the ride vehicle motion for Monsters and at MoM...I know people are saying less screens on monsters makes for less motion sickness, but how quick/aggressive are the KUKA movements?

As for MoM- can you elaborate on other takes saying the ride vehicle is jerky? Curious to know what the motion is like/how the vehicle reacts to what is going on during the ride

 

[Viator]

With the four worlds, which of the four seemed the most pressing to need something extra added ontop of what was already there.

 

[Brian G.]

Was everything working on your Unchained run, and how close did the animatronics get?

Yes, and not close enough to touch, close.

Now what are you opinions on sight-lines and or show building / backstage intrusions?

Still genuinely an exhausting argument.

But yes, the Dragon show building could've been handled better.

Hoping you could give a little insight on the ride vehicle motion for Monsters and at MoM...I know people are saying less screens on monsters makes for less motion sickness, but how quick/aggressive are the KUKA movements?

As for MoM- can you elaborate on other takes saying the ride vehicle is jerky? Curious to know what the motion is like/how the vehicle reacts to what is going on during the ride

The KUKA arm actually didn't really jerk around. It was slow and smooth.

MoM was like Spider-Man, but with up and down movements to the arsenal.

With the four worlds, which of the four seemed the most pressing to need something extra added ontop of what was already there.

Dark Universe. Potter is a close second, as the show may be one-and-done for many people, but it can manage with the interactive elements and shopping.

 

[Evan]

Yes, and not close enough to touch, close.



Still genuinely an exhausting argument.

But yes, the Dragon show building could've been handled better.



The KUKA arm actually didn't really jerk around. It was slow and smooth.

MoM was like Spider-Man, but with up and down movements to the arsenal.



Dark Universe. Potter is a close second, as the show may be one-and-done for many people, but it can manage with the interactive elements and shopping.

I watched a walk through of Potter, and it looks stunning, but it definitely feels like it needs something in the right half of the land. It actually feels quite large from the video, which makes that side seem less… loved.

 

[Brian G.]

I watched a walk through of Potter, and it looks stunning, but it definitely feels like it needs something in the right half of the land. It actually feels quite large from the video, which makes that side seem less… loved.

There's definitely a case for it over DU.

 

[Rhian]

How'd you feel during your first walk through the Chronos and seeing the park in full for the first time? Especially since you've had that tiny version for so long, must've been surreal!

Photon is off-yellow/green, Pulsar is yellow.

Are these the official names for each side? Are these mentioned in the queue anywhere and I missed it? Everyone I know who's walked through always referred to it by color or side (left to right) but never name.

I watched a walk through of Potter, and it looks stunning, but it definitely feels like it needs something in the right half of the land. It actually feels quite large from the video, which makes that side seem less… loved.

I think the right side is lacking because rumored second attraction that was supposed to go over there got nixed.

 

[Evan]

I think the right side is lacking because rumored second attraction that was supposed to go over there got nixed.

I figured as much.

Would be kinda cool to have a walk through over there. Go through Newt’s bag and encounter lots of fantastic beasts.

I love a good walk through

 

[Disneyhead]

1. We rode both! They are mostly similar, but the green side (technically, it's "off-yellow") has better visuals of the "race" between the two. It's also the side I'd recommend of the two.

And yet, there is a place in the queue where you choose which side. And on the floor it says Gold or Green.

 

[Mad Dog]

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And yet, there is a place in the queue where you choose which side. And on the floor it says Gold or Green.

...It's like the Pgh. Steeler colors...No one dare says yellow and black.....It's Gold and Black.

 

[fryoj]

Was the whole DK rough ride thing a real issue or a nothingburger?

 

[Brian G.]

How'd you feel during your first walk through the Chronos and seeing the park in full for the first time? Especially since you've had that tiny version for so long, must've been surreal!


Are these the official names for each side? Are these mentioned in the queue anywhere and I missed it? Everyone I know who's walked through always referred to it by color or side (left to right) but never name.

1. Goosebumps. For many reasons.

2. Yes, the official names.

Was the whole DK rough ride thing a real issue or a nothingburger?

So, I'm going to say mileage may vary... haha. I think it's noticeably shaky because it's a mine cart ride, but it didn't seem problematic to me. I had a lot of fun on the ride.

I know someone with back issues who rode it and said they were fine. I also know someone who's a pillar of health and said it hurt them...

 

[Jake S]

I know someone with back issues who rode it and said they were fine. I also know someone who's a pillar of health and said it hurt them...

By this logic, myself and many other members of this forum are going to be just fine!

 

[Freak]

1. Goosebumps. For many reasons.

2. Yes, the official names.



So, I'm going to say mileage may vary... haha. I think it's noticeably shaky because it's a mine cart ride, but it didn't seem problematic to me. I had a lot of fun on the ride.

I know someone with back issues who rode it and said they were fine. I also know someone who's a pillar of health and said it hurt them...

Here’s a good barometer: Was it as rough as Rockit?

 

[Brian G.]

Here’s a good barometer: Was it as rough as Rockit?

I haven’t ridden Rockit in years to really remember haha. Maybe on equal footing? IDK. It’s no Great American Scream Machine.

 

[saint.piss]

So, I'm going to say mileage may vary... haha. I think it's noticeably shaky because it's a mine cart ride, but it didn't seem problematic to me. I had a lot of fun on the ride.

I know someone with back issues who rode it and said they were fine. I also know someone who's a pillar of health and said it hurt them...

I find it funny how different everyone is on this ride. I rode both versions and 100% prefer Japan's. For me that one was a lot smoother. Orlando's is just so uncomfortable and feels worse than a lot of the rough rides out there (RRR, WDW Space Mountain, Matterhorn Bobsleds, etc) imo. I've only done it once so maybe it was just a bad experience. I'll try it again on my next visit so I'm hoping it has improved since then.

 

[ICEBERG]

If I purchase a Donkey Kong power up band, will it work at Universal Studios Hollywood??

 

[saint.piss]

If I purchase a Donkey Kong power up band, will it work at Universal Studios Hollywood??

Yes. The power up bands work at all the parks.