Universal's Epic Universe General News & Discussion

[TheUniC6]

If you’re standing in front of the Nintendo portal, the expansion on the left, (across from the octagonal restaurant,) is earmarked for a seasonal event soundstage structure. It’ll likely be used for shows and other temporary event use.

The expansion to the right of Nintendo, (between Nintendo and Dark Universe,) is rumored for more Nintendo.

I read on ScreamScape one of the rumored attractions for the Nintendo expansion pad will be an omnimover ride themed to Luigis mansion. Any other insider info on what other Nintendo IP could be in this expansion plot?

 

[Tomfoolery]

I read on ScreamScape one of the rumored attractions for the Nintendo expansion pad will be an omnimover ride themed to Luigis mansion. Any other insider info on what other Nintendo IP could be in this expansion plot?

Just a luigi mansion miniland for now,,

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Just a luigi mansion miniland for now,,

So DKC but Luigi’s Mansion, I love it. They’re doing Nintendo perfectly imo.

 

[luckoftheirish]

If you’re standing in front of the Nintendo portal, the expansion on the left, (across from the octagonal restaurant,) is earmarked for a seasonal event soundstage structure. It’ll likely be used for shows and other temporary event use.

The expansion to the right of Nintendo, (between Nintendo and Dark Universe,) is rumored for more Nintendo.

Isn't there also like a extra acre exclusive to Epic universe within the opening day SNW as well?

 

[PerceptiveCoot]

There’s space for two separate parade buildings too, one on each side of the hub at top of the park. I would guess that could be one for regular parades and one for seasonal events. And they wouldn’t have to build them both at the same time, just leaving space for them for later. I’m sure we’ll see seasonal events, eventually. And it’s nice to see them preparing for that long term.

What would the parade route be hypothetically?

 

[Ahmanet]

If Luigi happens ... hope they sell replicas of his vacuum like the new Minions ride does.

Minions blaster is a great price and well made.

 

[Jake S]

The vacuum would also be great as a wand-like object that activates games in the mini-land. Something like Knockturn Alley but where you can vacuum up ghosts would be awesome.

 

[GA-MBIT]

I think having a new section of the USO app devoted to these rides would be fun. In the way that Villain-Con connects to the app and shows leaderboards and achievements, it would be a lot of fun for it to also serve as a Pokedex to connect to your physical Pokeball, showing all of your Pokemon that you've caught around the parks, allowing you to trade, to form your team before you pop back onto the ride, etc.

Less likely but just as cool to me is a part of the app devoted to the Luigi's Mansion ride a la Villain-Con themed to the Gameboy Horror. That'd be fun!

 

[Ahmanet]

Epic Boulevard street sign is up ... photos on UPNT

This project has left stealth mode haha.

 

[Tbad556]

Epic Boulevard street sign is up ... photos on UPNT

This project has left stealth mode haha.

No shade to you, full shade to UPNT: The sign has been up since August hah.

 

[PerceptiveCoot]

Land announcements still coming this month?

 

[Tomfoolery]

Land announcements still coming this month?

I believe it was moved to the 30th,,

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I believe it was moved to the 30th,,

Are we expecting all at once confirmed with new concept art?

 

[Alicia]

Are we expecting all at once confirmed with new concept art?

My guess has been reveal of the official names for all lands and (hopefully) logos for each. But not expecting too many finer details just yet.

 

[Mad Dog]

Yes, be patient about releases. Universal will get more milage out of a slow trickle. There's still lots of time. And once the releases start, the momentum should build. This is a lot different than Universal Escape (IOA) opening. First, social media is a real force now. It barely existed back then. And second, the Universal theme park brand is so much stronger since Potter, and all those hotel builds. Third, Nintendo and Potter IP's will pull the crowds in, no doubt. The other stuff is the whipped topping on the dessert.

 

[Tomfoolery]

Are we expecting all at once confirmed with new concept art?

Celestial park and all the portals. 4 lands later on,,

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Celestial park and all the portals. 4 lands later on,,

Love it, I’m happy with that.

 

[Magic-Man]

Celestial park and all the portals. 4 lands later on,,

Wait, so are the names of the lands getting confirmed at least?

 

[Blue]

I could’ve sworn I saw the name Celestial Gardens going around… Celestial Park sounds a little weird with it being just one part of the park.

 

[Magic-Man]

This is probably a little too early to ask this, but what should I expect from opening day if I intend to go? Other than crowds of course.