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Universal May Be Finally Fixing Broken Ride Section of Skull Island: Reign of Kong

Shannen Ace

Scrims outside Skull Island: Reign of Kong at Universal Islands of Adventure indicate Universal could finally fix the ride’s outdoor section.

Skull Island: Reign of Kong Construction

People walking near a rocky entrance to Skull Island: Reign of Kong, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.

The tan scrims run behind a fence on the left of the Skull Island: Reign of Kong entrance. The scrims help block the outdoor portion of the ride from view. When the outdoor portion was utilized, guests outside could see trucks going by.

Outdoor scene with dense foliage, tall bamboo, and a person on the right. A lamp and rugged structure are in the background under an overcast sky.

Skull Island: Reign of Kong opened at Universal Islands of Adventure in 2016. The ride was designed to allow the trackless vehicles to skip the outdoor portion during inclement weather. However, rain or shine, the outdoor portion hasn’t been used since early 2023.

Two people standing in front of lush greenery and bamboo, with a fence and lantern visible in the background.

The problem is reportedly with the giant temple doors that swing open as vehicles approach from the outside. The scrims suggest Universal might be fixing the doors or other issues.

Earlier this year, Skull Island: Reign of Kong reverted from 3D to 2D. Watch our video of the ride experience (in which you can see us pass by the outdoor path without taking it) below.

Are you excited that Universal could possibly be fixing this portion of the attraction? Do you miss when the trucks would travel outside? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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