CityWalk Orlando Updates & Changes General Thread

[GAcoaster]

They sell a lot of bags. Just like the surf shop sells a lot of sandals. Things people don’t realize they need until they get to the parks.

I'm sure they do, but I wonder if Universal couldn't sell more of their own bags if Fossil wasn't there.

 

[Alicia]

I'm sure they do, but I wonder if Universal couldn't sell more of their own bags if Fossil wasn't there.

It’s the slightly upscale option. You can get a backpack or hip pouch at the Universal shop, but Fossil offers nicer fare.

 

[TheCodeMan95]

You guys are missing out on going through the surf shop - air conditioned shortcut to USF from parking garages.

(Hard Rock employees used to use this until they got told not to.)

That's a little out of the way coming from the water taxis. :dance:

 

[truejonas]

Someone on the August 1st thread made a blue sky wish about having a Pokémon center put in CityWalk...Fossil, anybody?

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Someone on the August 1st thread made a blue sky wish about having a Pokémon center put in CityWalk...Fossil, anybody?

Unlikely. Nintendo Store? Probably. Pokémon is it’s own company that is partially owned by Nintendo.

 

[RFRees]

Someone on the August 1st thread made a blue sky wish about having a Pokémon center put in CityWalk...Fossil, anybody?

As long as that's just a hint of what's to come, I'm all for it.

Unlikely. Nintendo Store? Probably. Pokémon is it’s own company that is partially owned by Nintendo.

While true, I don't think we're implying that Universal can do whatever they want with Pokemon because they got a partnership with Nintendo. Heck, Universal can't even do whatever it wants with anything Nintendo without negotiation and approval.

But, there were strong rumors that Pokemon was coming to KidZone... If true, that likely means those negotiations already have taken place, but plans were just placed on hold for now. At least it opens the door to a possible store.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

As long as that's just a hint of what's to come, I'm all for it.


While true, I don't think we're implying that Universal can do whatever they want with Pokemon because they got a partnership with Nintendo. Heck, Universal can't even do whatever it wants with anything Nintendo without negotiation and approval.

But, there were strong rumors that Pokemon was coming to KidZone... If true, that likely means those negotiations already have taken place, but plans were just placed on hold for now. At least it opens the door to a possible store.

Pokémon is more complicated. They already have the channels set up for working with Nintendo so just open the Nintendo world store there. Pokémon centers seem to be Asia specific right now and would require UC to foster new relationships and that just takes time.

 

[RFRees]

Pokémon is more complicated. They already have the channels set up for working with Nintendo so just open the Nintendo world store there. Pokémon centers seem to be Asia specific right now and would require UC to foster new relationships and that just takes time.

While I think a Nintendo store would also work for that location...

I'm suggesting they have those channels setup with Pokemon co. considering KZ plans (if true).

And if they don't have those channels setup, discussing this store would be a great way to start a business relationship. It could potentially sow the seeds for something greater.
Sometimes the right decision takes more effort.

Edit
Considering the size of location, I think a Nintendo World Store would feel dinky there. I would much prefer a larger store with a variety of IPs and products. Pokemon would be fine at this size.

 

[bob albert]

Iv'e been to the NYC Nintendo store. Something of that size would fit fine at citywalk.

 

[RFRees]

Iv'e been to the NYC Nintendo store. Something of that size would fit fine at citywalk.

Been there as well, and would love something of that size at CW. That wouldn't fit at the above proposed Fossil location.

 

[Alicia]

Been there as well, and would love something of that size at CW. That wouldn't fit at the above proposed Fossil location.

Would fit better in the surf shop, which is very long, and people often confuse with the Fossil shop around here.

 

[TheCodeMan95]

Would fit better in the surf shop, which is very long, and people often confuse with the Fossil shop around here.

The Fossil shop is the surf shop, right?

:tease:

 

[Alicia]

The Fossil shop is the surf shop, right?

:tease:

YUPPP RIGHT BEHIND THE SHRIEKING SHACKKK

 

[TheCodeMan95]

YUPPP RIGHT BEHIND THE SHRIEKING SHACKKK

Shrieking Shack store replacing Margaritaville confirmed.

Back to topic though, I wonder if we'd be more likely to see a Nintendo store at Citywalk 2.0 when the new park opens.

Also, am I the only one that doesn't want Bob Marley's to go anywhere? You can take all the other clubs (which would free up a lot of space), but don't touch my jerk wings.

 

[Alicia]

Back to topic though, I wonder if we'd be more likely to see a Nintendo store at Citywalk 2.0 when the new park opens.

I don't think we'll be seeing another entertainment district (outside of the new park) until phase 2, years after the park opens.

 

[TheCodeMan95]

I don't think we'll be seeing another entertainment district (outside of the new park) until phase 2, years after the park opens.

Good point. And a Nintendo store could act somewhat as a preview center, with a model of SNW inside too.

 

[Andysol]

Curious if they’ll put a preview center somewhere.

CityWalk would be the best place.

 

[Alicia]

Curious if they’ll put a preview center somewhere.

CityWalk would be the best place.

My money's still on the AP Lounge in a year or more. The Fossil Store would actually be a good spot though, no joke lol.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I feel like the Fossil Store will become the new Kidzone of Citywalk.

 

[UniversalRBLX]

Studio Styles, unless they are dedicated to keeping the AP lounge. They can also try to make space at the NBC Media Center.