Universal's Epic Universe Wish List & Speculation

[AlexanderMBush]

Personally, I think the HTTYD coaster is going to be from Gestlauer. I mean, they're clearly willing to work with them (like the Sky-Fly's in the same land), and there won't be any reliability problems like there would be with Intamin.

On one hand though, if it's going to be a simpler system for Intamin that doesn't have any "gimmicks", then it might be a better option to continue with Intamin.

That said..Gestlauer is a nice thought.

 

[Jamesh22]

I really need a toothless plush in my life.

 

[Happytycho]

I do hope the coaster is longer than 1 min lol

Well the downside of launch coasters is that they generally have shorter ride times, however, the plans do clearly show the track passing through multiple buildings that probably include show scenes that which will make the ride longer.

On one hand though, if it's going to be a simpler system for Intamin that doesn't have any "gimmicks", then it might be a better option to continue with Intamin.

That said..Gestlauer is a nice thought.

I don't have anything to contribute to this debate besides my gut saying Intamin, but it would be really cool if someone could put together a list of which manufacturers are rumored to be building which rides in EU.

 

[AlexanderMBush]

Well the downside of launch coasters is that they generally have shorter ride times, however, the plans do clearly show the track passing through multiple buildings that probably include show scenes that which will make the ride longer.


I don't have anything to contribute to this debate besides my gut saying Intamin, but it would be really cool if someone could put together a list of which manufacturers are rumored to be building which rides in EU.

Funny enough..

Setpoint Inc. - Donkey Kong
Mack - Dueling Coaster within the entrance land (rumored to be the manufacturer), Viking boat ride within Dragons (the interactive boat attraction)
Gerstlauer - 2 Sky Fly's within Dragon's

And I believe @Disneyhead might've mentioned that Yoshi was an Oceaneering job, even if it's an omnimover system. I'm going to make an effort just for the time being, to have a list and update it more costantly; as the permits should be rolling in more and more.

 

[JungleSkip]

There’s no way the HTTYD coaster would be Gerstlaur.

and the support system tells me it’s not inverted

 

[Happytycho]

Funny enough..

Setpoint Inc. - Donkey Kong
Mack - Dueling Coaster within the entrance land (rumored to be the manufacturer), Viking boat ride within Dragons (the interactive boat attraction)
Gerstlauer - 2 Sky Fly's within Dragon's

And I believe @Disneyhead might've mentioned that Yoshi was an Oceaneering job, even if it's an omnimover system. I'm going to make an effort just for the time being, to have a list and update it more costantly; as the permits should be rolling in more and more.

Do we know anything about who's doing mario kart?

 

[shiekra38]

There’s no way the HTTYD coaster would be Gerstlaur.

and the support system tells me it’s not inverted

Good, I will cancel my 2023 chiropractor appointment

 

[Alicia]

Do we know anything about who's doing mario kart?

Dynamic Attractions

And I believe @Disneyhead might've mentioned that Yoshi was an Oceaneering job, even if it's an omnimover system. I'm going to make an effort just for the time being, to have a list and update it more costantly; as the permits should be rolling in more and more.

Yes, Oceaneering for Yoshi is what I have heard too

 

[Steptwice]

Dynamic Attractions

Yes, Oceaneering for Yoshi is what I have heard too

So is it the Dual powered coasters system concept by DA?

 

[Alicia]

So is it the Dual powered coasters system concept by DA?

No.

 

[Steptwice]

No.

Boo that concept looks awesome

 

[Alicia]

Boo that concept looks awesome

Being a coaster it would be over in a flash unless the building was like many multiple times bigger. Unless they just rolled it along on tires the whole time, which would defeat the purpose of it being a coaster.

 

[JungleSkip]

Being a coaster it would be over in a flash unless the building was like many multiple times bigger. Unless they just rolled it along on tires the whole time, which would defeat the purpose of it being a coaster.

Yea. That concept looks cool, but it would not work for Universal given the space restraints in 3 of the 4 parks the ride will be going to

 

[Steptwice]

Being a coaster it would be over in a flash unless the building was like many multiple times bigger. Unless they just rolled it along on tires the whole time, which would defeat the purpose of it being a coaster.

True true, so are we talking some sort of bus bar system? and if so, will the vehicles rock back and forth ala Spidey and be able to mimic drifting?

 

[Happytycho]

It sounds like the current ride manufacturer list is:

Nintendo:
Mario Kart - Dynamic Attractions
Yoshi - Oceaneering
Donkey Kong - Setpoint

HTTYD:
Splash battle - Mack
Sky Fly's - Gerstlauer
Coaster, Simulator, Stage show - Unknown

Hub:
Dueling Coaster - Mack (likely)
Other hub rides not yet known

Monsters, Fantastic Beasts:
Full ride lists not yet known

 

[mainejeff]

HTTYD will be a feast for the senses. Lots of movement throughout and of course UC will have a field day creating a visual wonderland.

 

[Disneyhead]

It sounds like the current ride manufacturer list is:

Nintendo:
Mario Kart - Dynamic Attractions
Yoshi - Oceaneering
Donkey Kong - Setpoint

HTTYD:
Splash battle - Mack
Sky Fly's - Gerstlauer
Coaster, Simulator, Stage show - Unknown

Hub:
Dueling Coaster - Mack (likely)
Other hub rides not yet known

Monsters, Fantastic Beasts:
Full ride lists not yet known

I'm not sure about this, but I think the HTTYD coaster may be Mack. Also the hub coaster could be Premier.

 

[JungleSkip]

I'm not sure about this, but I think the HTTYD coaster may be Mack. Also the hub coaster could be Premier.

I think both will be Mack, personally

 

[shiekra38]

So is it the Dual powered coasters system concept by DA?

I say, use that tech for a F&F redo...Just wasn't invented in time for ver 1.0

I think both will be Mack, personally

I think the HTTYD coaster will be Mack as they do a great job with family coasters in tight spaces.

HTTYD does have a spread out layout but it is weaving through tight spaced throughout the land

I hope Universal doesn't use Premiere as their coasters are too damn loud haha

 

[OLSinFLA]

Not going to lie, it's kinda.... underwhelming to me? I thought there was going to be more flat rides, and the lack of a major dark ride stands out, especially when you consider that Nintendo has two dark rides.

Why waste the giant building on a stage show? Where's the other kid friendly flats? Why is the splash battle so short?

When done right, Stage shows can be both amazing and people eaters. Disney excels at this -- look at the Frozen show at DCA, or Finding Nemo: The Musical at Animal Kingdom. Both are top-notch shows and are always full.