Universal's Epic Universe General News & Discussion

[saint.piss]

Mar 10 is only 6 weeks away.

People always say Mar10 day for anything relating to Super Nintendo World announcements (especially last year for Hollywood's) but it never happens so like... I don't think it'll happen on March 10

 

[Nico]

Ha I looked earlier. The 10th is a Sunday this year.

 

[JungleSkip]

Tbh I think it makes sense for Super Nintendo World to be first since it would be the easiest one to cover because it's already at Japan and Hollywood, plus they can tie it in with Japan to announce an opening date for their DKC and give a first look of the ride/land. But I wouldn't mind HP being first I'll take it lol

On the EU landing page they have “coming soon” listings with Potter first, SNW second, HTTYD next, and Monsters last. I wouldn’t be surprised if that was the order

 

[Disneyson1]

Everything looks incredible. Celestial Park and Berk are going to be the highlights for me.

Looking forward to the full attraction lineup, though calling a dancing fountain an attraction is definitely a reach...

I think it depends on how good it is. It's giving Mystic Fountain/Vol/Liki Tikis in Hong Kong Disneyland... I think at one point the pulsating "core" that synchronized all of the lights in Shanghai Disneyland's Tomorrowland was listed as it's own attraction. It makes me wonder if the fountain will have any specific story significance.

So I'm hyped. I know my boyfriend won't want to engage with the Potter Land due to politics and Super Nintendo is bicoastal, but Donkey Kong, Dark Universe, and How To Train Your Dragon look great. I agree with all the people saying that Celestial Park is the most interesting land. While I love the cheeky references at the Super Star Store suggesting that magic from the Mushroom Kingdom is leaking out of the warp pipe, I'm really interested in the story of the land and some of the hidden lore that most guests might not observe on first glance, similar to the involved Waturi lore in Volcano Bay.

Something about the great innovators and dreamers of the past and future being drawn to this giant astrolabe/centerfuge/carousel of the stars to seek adventure feels to me like a rejected EPCOT idea they really should have used (reminds me of Beastly Kingdomme and "you're not using my incredible idea so I'm going to join Universal about it"). It frankly feels like the return of the Adventurer's Club that so many "Original Concept" theme park fans are dying to see again.

The thing that interests me the most is the possible lore of the Chronos, the details of all the adventurers that have passed through Celestial Park... and are these real people (Galileo, Ada Lovelace, Mary Shelly, H.G. Wells, Beowulf's Author) myths (like Lost Continent) or are they the celestial adventurers of realms from the IP (Rosalina, Frankenstein, Trelawny/Newt Scamander, Leif Erikson/Valka)?

Is the statue of the woman at the front of the park a major character in the lore? What is the lore of shooting stars/worlds being drawn towards the Chronos? Are the Starfall Racers meant to race to find new worlds in space and time, or are they part of a fun game the travelers of Celestial Park play? What phenomenon creates the Astronomica - is the fountain meant to be a map to the universe?

I'm almost as excited about the rides themselves as I am about things like the music lessons occurring in the lofts of Port of Entry, the Team Members cracking the corny joke of "It's Sunday! We're in color!" in Toon Lagoon, and the phone numbers you can actually call in Marvel Super Hero Island.

While I know that functionally the Celestial Park is a Park, I am extremely hopeful that the designers went into this kind of depth with the details and story elements.

 

[Scott W.]

People always say Mar10 day for anything relating to Super Nintendo World announcements (especially last year for Hollywood's) but it never happens so like... I don't think it'll happen on March 10

Mar 11 just to mess with us then.

 

[Mad Dog]

This was a nice release date change in relation to the usual Universal Thursday news dump..... Surprises are Universal.

 

[saint.piss]

I have a feeling they'll do this on a monthly basis following today. Makes sense for Super Nintendo World to be in February (anniversary of both Japan's/Hollywood's SNW) then the other IPs leading up to May-June when we'll get the preview Center and opening date details. Maybe even tickets go on sale by June as well.

I was righttttttt

 

[Nico]

Hopefully they sell these. Otherwise Brian may want to increase his security lol.

 

[saint.piss]

Hopefully they sell these. Otherwise Brian may want to increase his security lol.

I was going to say the same thing, I would pay a lot of money for one tbh

 

[GAcoaster]

OK- just got some confirmation, basically periodic releases of video/info for each land overt he coming weeks/months culminating with the opening of the preview center in June. The marketing strategy is being modeled on the house reveals for HHN.

 

[Scott W.]

Here's a pointless argument to have.

 

[GAcoaster]

Some of the news coverage:

Universal unveils 5 themed worlds coming to Epic Universe

The new anticipated theme park is set to open in 2025, which invites people to explore and immerse themselves in five different vibrant worlds.

www.wesh.com

Universal Orlando shares first look at Epic Universe, new theme park opening in 2025

Universal Orlando Resort shared new details Tuesday about a brand new theme park set to open in 2025.

www.wftv.com

FIRST LOOK: Universal Orlando unveils Epic Universe theme park

Universal Orlando Resort is set to revolutionize theme park entertainment in 2025 with the grand debut of its most ambitious project yet – Universal Epic Universe.

www.clickorlando.com

Epic Universe: Universal Orlando shares new renderings, ride info for its new theme park

Universal Orlando Resort provided new renderings of Epic Universe, giving fans a first official look at the park and the rides it will feature.

www.fox35orlando.com

Universal reveals details on Epic Universe lands, rides and more

The new theme park is set to open in 2025.

mynews13.com

https://www.today.com/video/universal-resort-orlando-s-new-epic-universe-get-a-first-look-203223621710?search=epic

Epic event: Universal Orlando reveals details about new theme park

Universal confirms new Harry Potter land, How to Train Your Dragon attraction, Dark Universe monsters area in Orlando.

www.orlandosentinel.com

Universal's New Epic Universe Theme Park Revealed: Nintendo, Harry Potter, Dark Universe, and More - IGN

Universal Orlando Resort has revealed the first details of 2025's Universal Epic Universe theme park - a portal-connected land that will send fans to the worlds of Nintendo, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, the monster-filled Dark Universe, and Celestial Park.

www.ign.com

‘Epic Universe Is Built on an Amazing Concept,’ Says Literally Steven Spielberg

Finally, a place where Grindelwald shall pay for his crimes.

www.vulture.com

Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Epic Universe Celestial Park, Teases ‘Harry Potter,’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Lands

Set to open in 2025, NBCUniversal's newest Florida-based theme park will feature five immersive lands, which also include the movie monsters-inspired Dark Universe and the previously announced Super Nintendo World.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

Universal Planning New Orlando Theme Park Featuring Mario And Harry Potter—Here’s What We Know

Plans for Universal Studios' new Universal Epic Universe include lands based on Harry Potter, "How to Train Your Dragon,” Nintendo and more.

www.forbes.com

Universal Shares First Details Of Epic Universe Lands: Super Nintendo, How To Train Your Dragon, Harry Potter & More At New Orlando Theme Park

Universal Orlando has shared the first official look and details of its theme park, Universal Epic Universe, set to open in 2025 with five new lands.

deadline.com

Universal Orlando Resort reveals first details on highly anticipated Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe is Universal's "most ambitious" theme park yet. Details on the massive project have been kept tightly under wraps – until now.

www.usatoday.com

Universal Epic Universe sets Harry Potter, Super Nintendo for new theme park

Universal Epic Universe reveals new theme park lands based on 'Harry Potter' Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo, 'How to Train Your Dragon' movies, and more. See new concept art here.

ew.com

Universal Releases Photos and Details of New Epic Universe Park — Including Harry Potter, Nintendo Lands

The new theme park is set to open in 2025 and will feature five immersive worlds

people.com

Universal Orlando releases first details about new Epic Universe park

Universal Epic Universe is scheduled to open in 2025

www.cbsnews.com

Universal Resort Just Released More Details and Photos of Its Epic Universe Debuting in 2025 — See Here

Universal Orlando Resort announced details and shared an official first look of its upcoming Epic Universe.

www.travelandleisure.com

Harry Potter, Nintendo and Monsters Lands Set for New ‘Epic Universe’ Theme Park at Universal

Universal Studios in Orlando is set to open a new Epic Universe park featuring lands themed to Harry Potter, Nintendo and Universal Monsters.

variety.com

19 Renderings That Show What Universal Orlando's New Theme Park Will Look Like

<i>Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon</i>, and Nintendo are all getting their own themed areas.

www.buzzfeed.com

That's just a small fraction of the coverage, and that's just today! I would say this was a successful rollout...

 

[GAcoaster]

Here's a pointless argument to have.

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I actually kind of like the placement!

 

[biggerboat16]

Here's a pointless argument to have.

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That’s the coolest park entrance I’ve ever seen. Looks like they took the Mediterranean feel of the IOA entrance and combined it with the steampunk Disneyland Paris Discoverland

 

[Nico]

That’s the coolest park entrance I’ve ever seen. Looks like they took the Mediterranean feel of the IOA entrance and combined it with the steampunk Disneyland Paris Discoverland

Ive been saying it’s like the USF arches and IOA lighthouse had a baby.

 

[jarmor]

Here's a pointless argument to have.

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I will admit, I did like the large arches like the studios but I also like how this has it's own identity as well. If I had to choose, it would be this.

 

[Scott W.]

Some of the news coverage:

Universal unveils 5 themed worlds coming to Epic Universe

The new anticipated theme park is set to open in 2025, which invites people to explore and immerse themselves in five different vibrant worlds.

www.wesh.com

Universal Orlando shares first look at Epic Universe, new theme park opening in 2025

Universal Orlando Resort shared new details Tuesday about a brand new theme park set to open in 2025.

www.wftv.com

FIRST LOOK: Universal Orlando unveils Epic Universe theme park

Universal Orlando Resort is set to revolutionize theme park entertainment in 2025 with the grand debut of its most ambitious project yet – Universal Epic Universe.

www.clickorlando.com

Epic Universe: Universal Orlando shares new renderings, ride info for its new theme park

Universal Orlando Resort provided new renderings of Epic Universe, giving fans a first official look at the park and the rides it will feature.

www.fox35orlando.com

Universal reveals details on Epic Universe lands, rides and more

The new theme park is set to open in 2025.

mynews13.com

https://www.today.com/video/universal-resort-orlando-s-new-epic-universe-get-a-first-look-203223621710?search=epic

Epic event: Universal Orlando reveals details about new theme park

Universal confirms new Harry Potter land, How to Train Your Dragon attraction, Dark Universe monsters area in Orlando.

www.orlandosentinel.com

Universal's New Epic Universe Theme Park Revealed: Nintendo, Harry Potter, Dark Universe, and More - IGN

Universal Orlando Resort has revealed the first details of 2025's Universal Epic Universe theme park - a portal-connected land that will send fans to the worlds of Nintendo, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, the monster-filled Dark Universe, and Celestial Park.

www.ign.com

‘Epic Universe Is Built on an Amazing Concept,’ Says Literally Steven Spielberg

Finally, a place where Grindelwald shall pay for his crimes.

www.vulture.com

Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Epic Universe Celestial Park, Teases ‘Harry Potter,’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Lands

Set to open in 2025, NBCUniversal's newest Florida-based theme park will feature five immersive lands, which also include the movie monsters-inspired Dark Universe and the previously announced Super Nintendo World.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

Universal Planning New Orlando Theme Park Featuring Mario And Harry Potter—Here’s What We Know

Plans for Universal Studios' new Universal Epic Universe include lands based on Harry Potter, "How to Train Your Dragon,” Nintendo and more.

www.forbes.com

Universal Shares First Details Of Epic Universe Lands: Super Nintendo, How To Train Your Dragon, Harry Potter & More At New Orlando Theme Park

Universal Orlando has shared the first official look and details of its theme park, Universal Epic Universe, set to open in 2025 with five new lands.

deadline.com

Universal Orlando Resort reveals first details on highly anticipated Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe is Universal's "most ambitious" theme park yet. Details on the massive project have been kept tightly under wraps – until now.

www.usatoday.com

Universal Epic Universe sets Harry Potter, Super Nintendo for new theme park

Universal Epic Universe reveals new theme park lands based on 'Harry Potter' Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo, 'How to Train Your Dragon' movies, and more. See new concept art here.

ew.com

Universal Releases Photos and Details of New Epic Universe Park — Including Harry Potter, Nintendo Lands

The new theme park is set to open in 2025 and will feature five immersive worlds

people.com

Universal Orlando releases first details about new Epic Universe park

Universal Epic Universe is scheduled to open in 2025

www.cbsnews.com

Universal Resort Just Released More Details and Photos of Its Epic Universe Debuting in 2025 — See Here

Universal Orlando Resort announced details and shared an official first look of its upcoming Epic Universe.

www.travelandleisure.com

Harry Potter, Nintendo and Monsters Lands Set for New ‘Epic Universe’ Theme Park at Universal

Universal Studios in Orlando is set to open a new Epic Universe park featuring lands themed to Harry Potter, Nintendo and Universal Monsters.

variety.com

19 Renderings That Show What Universal Orlando's New Theme Park Will Look Like

<i>Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon</i>, and Nintendo are all getting their own themed areas.

www.buzzfeed.com

That's just a small fraction of the coverage, and that's just today! I would say this was a successful rollout...

Don't forget the Bedford Independent.

Bedford MP hosts first of ongoing monthly meetings with Universal theme park executives - Bedford Independent

Representatives from Universal Studios met with Bedford and Kempston MP, Mohammad Yasin, yesterday (Monday) to discuss their...

www.bedfordindependent.co.uk

Ive been saying it’s like the USF arches and IOA lighthouse had a baby.

This drawing kind of worked out.

Universal's Epic Universe Construction Thread

I'd be shocked if they did that - AP holders are a chunk of business and the last thing Universal wants to do is piss them off. They've not blocked them from IOA or VB after opening. What they want is good word of mouth and the long time AP holders are your best advertisement.

forums.insideuniversal.net

 

[jarmor]

^Why would you want to include that in a thread about Epic Universe???

 

[Nico]

^Why would you want to include that in a thread about Epic Universe???

They link to the new EU stuff within the article.

This drawing kind of worked out.

Universal's Epic Universe Construction Thread

I'd be shocked if they did that - AP holders are a chunk of business and the last thing Universal wants to do is piss them off. They've not blocked them from IOA or VB after opening. What they want is good word of mouth and the long time AP holders are your best advertisement.

forums.insideuniversal.net

I think you should auction this off at the next Park Stop fundraiser.

 

[saint.piss]