Future of Toon Lagoon

[FlattestMatt]

True. I often wonder what the next-best selling IP is at the resort. Obviously Potter is no. 1, but I always wonder no. 2. I'd lean toward Jurassic Park, but maybe Marvel.

Lord of the Rings I'm sure would sell a ton.

I'm pretty sure that a few years ago (2013/14 time) it was Despicable Me. But I'd imagine that's calmed down a bit now

 

[TheCodeMan95]

I'm pretty sure that a few years ago (2013/14 time) it was Despicable Me. But I'd imagine that's calmed down a bit now

I thought about JP/Marvel purely for the amount of stores that carry those IPs. JP has I believe 2 dedicated stores, while Marvel has what.. like 3?

But I'm sure Despicable Me sold a ton around that time and heck, it probably still sells a ton.

 

[Andysol]

especially since I can get a LOTR style ring for 5 dollars on Amazon.

That is an incredibly weak argument.
If “I could buy xyz on Amazon for cheaper” is the defense, then universal needs to pull every keychain, shirt, jacket, coffee mug, plush, etc from the shelves.

I don’t think LotR merch is the selling point as much as an attendance booster. There are people right now who have never been to UOR that would go strictly for LotR. There are those who have been specifically for potter or from a disney trip that would go again just for LotR.
There’s not a single human being who wants to come to UOR because they love Marmaduke.

The food/snacks will then be sold. The merch will be sold. The word of mouth will increase. And the attendance and revenue will increase. Many times more than they would for the current iteration of TL.

 

[Disneyhead]

Everyone loves adorable plush.

 

[Alicia]

Everyone loves adorable plush.

Aww how precious.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Maybe they can make those more like a puppet like the things in Pandora.

 

[Mad Dog]

Everyone loves adorable plush.

That looks like a nightmare from a 2 week drinking binge.:grin:

 

[Disneyhead]

Maybe they can make those more like a puppet like the things in Pandora.

That would have to be Baby Smaug.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

That would have to be Baby Smaug.

Have them actually bite and Im sold. True immersion and interactivity here Universal.

 

[soilsigh]

There is one Item the could sell for a potential LOTR land. I think UC should sell sting swords that interact with the land, glowing blue with the presence of orcs. If they could somehow have surprise orcs where there is a sensor to turn the sword blue that would be so cool! probably difficult to implement but I would buy one lol!!

 

[RFRees]

Interactive rings.

They could glow at certain moments during rides/shows or certain areas throughout the land.

They can figure out the tech (and how to make it cheap) over the next 5-10 years as they develop the rest of the land.

 

[Magic-Man]

I know it's probably been said before, but if Universal needs a quick kid-friendly addition to IOA (which they kind of do) they should really put Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash where the abandoned amphitheater is. USF doesn't need it.

 

[Coolbfitz]

I know it's probably been said before, but if Universal needs a quick kid-friendly addition to IOA (which they kind of do) they should really put Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash where the abandoned amphitheater is. USF doesn't need it.

I'd prefer that SLoP goes to USF and Toon Lagoon gets a ride themed to either Rocky & Bullwinkle or Spongebob.

 

[Magic-Man]

I'd prefer that SLoP goes to USF and Toon Lagoon gets a ride themed to either Rocky & Bullwinkle or Spongebob.

I think it would be easier to clone something over from USH than to create an entire new ride and/or negotiate the rights for an IP. USF has plenty of family attractions, so they can wait.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Just bring to the discussion over, if EU isn’t opening until at least 2024, and let’s hope by end of 2021/ early 2022 the world is returning more to normal as are crowds, so there will need to be a draw of some sort. The Ampitheatre here is prime real estate for adding something.

In my opinion, while I’d love for them to go full on into a Marvel Stunt Show/MSHI expansion. I don’t see that route unfortunately. If anything IOA needs a new kids option. While I’m not super familiar with the show itself in Japan, I don’t see why Sing! On Tour doesn’t take this spot. Spread out your illumination properties just a little bit, probably isn’t crazy expensive to run, doesn’t break theming totally or it can be its own mini area. I feel it makes sense. Perfect pallet cleanser after all the action and thrill rides in Marvel, and a way to chill out and warm up it anytbing on a hot day before some boat rides.

Not trying to make this a Covid talk, but I think once social distancing is much less a norm/necessity and shows are able to perform, I kinda see them being a potential thing for Universal to have to sell post Velocicoaster and before EU, since I can’t imagine any additions being major before EU unless there ends up being a significant delay.

 

[JungleSkip]

Just bring to the discussion over, if EU isn’t opening until at least 2024, and let’s hope by end of 2021/ early 2022 the world is returning more to normal as are crowds, so there will need to be a draw of some sort. The Ampitheatre here is prime real estate for adding something.

In my opinion, while I’d love for them to go full on into a Marvel Stunt Show/MSHI expansion. I don’t see that route unfortunately. If anything IOA needs a new kids option. While I’m not super familiar with the show itself in Japan, I don’t see why Sing! On Tour doesn’t take this spot. Spread out your illumination properties just a little bit, probably isn’t crazy expensive to run, doesn’t break theming totally or it can be its own mini area. I feel it makes sense. Perfect pallet cleanser after all the action and thrill rides in Marvel, and a way to chill out and warm up it anytbing on a hot day before some boat rides.

Not trying to make this a Covid talk, but I think once social distancing is much less a norm/necessity and shows are able to perform, I kinda see them being a potential thing for Universal to have to sell post Velocicoaster and before EU, since I can’t imagine any additions being major before EU unless there ends up being a significant delay.

I don't think anything will happen at IOA between JP and EU.

 

[Magic-Man]

Just bring to the discussion over, if EU isn’t opening until at least 2024, and let’s hope by end of 2021/ early 2022 the world is returning more to normal as are crowds, so there will need to be a draw of some sort. The Ampitheatre here is prime real estate for adding something.

In my opinion, while I’d love for them to go full on into a Marvel Stunt Show/MSHI expansion. I don’t see that route unfortunately. If anything IOA needs a new kids option. While I’m not super familiar with the show itself in Japan, I don’t see why Sing! On Tour doesn’t take this spot. Spread out your illumination properties just a little bit, probably isn’t crazy expensive to run, doesn’t break theming totally or it can be its own mini area. I feel it makes sense. Perfect pallet cleanser after all the action and thrill rides in Marvel, and a way to chill out and warm up it anytbing on a hot day before some boat rides.

Not trying to make this a Covid talk, but I think once social distancing is much less a norm/necessity and shows are able to perform, I kinda see them being a potential thing for Universal to have to sell post Velocicoaster and before EU, since I can’t imagine any additions being major before EU unless there ends up being a significant delay.

A mini-land with Sing on Tour, Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, and Freeze Ray Sliders wouldn't be a bad idea. It could all fit in the amphitheatre space.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I don't think anything will happen at IOA between JP and EU.

Fair, USF will likely get the attention. I think this would be a relatively cheap addition however but I understand costs are tighter than ever.

A mini-land with Sing on Tour, Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, and Freeze Ray Sliders wouldn't be a bad idea. It could all fit in the amphitheatre space.

Agreed, but I see something like that at USF where the Minions are. I can’t imagine there aren’t bigger plans eventually for Toon Lagoon, so for me, Sing On Tour is an easy addition without crazy amount of prep.

Also, IOA needs a show. It’s the single thing it’s lacking

 

[JungleSkip]

Fair, USF will likely get the attention. I think this would be a relatively cheap addition however but I understand costs are tighter than ever.

Honestly I'll be surprised if USF gets anything before then either. But we'll see.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Honestly I'll be surprised if USF gets anything before then either. But we'll see.

I think it all depends on the year EU opens, and I may be wrong, but I can’t imagine SLOP replacing Shrek would be insanely expensive for them. It’d be something at least. I think they’ll be one other thing other than VC before EU, even if it’s just a show. Could be too early to tell however