Guests can now experience augmented reality at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic model at Epic Universe Preview Center. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Augmented Reality With the announcement of the details of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests can now … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new details for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, opening in 2025 as part of Epic Universe. This is the final land reveal for the new theme park. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic To begin their exploration of the magical streets … Read more
Universal Destinations & Experiences filed a patent for an interactive ride system that would give guests a customized experience. Universal’s Custom Ride System Patent The patent, titled “Choreographed Ride Systems and Methods,” is a continuation of their previous carousel patent. It describes a system that may “adjust a trajectory or traveled course of the ride … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has shared that yet another Epic Universe reveal is coming this week for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic. Epic Universe News Coming This Week The teaser was shared via a post on X (formerly Twitter), with the date “7.31.2024” appearing over a galaxy full of stars. This … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released a short behind-the-scenes look at the Epic Universe Preview Center in CityWalk. Behind the Scenes of the Epic Universe Preview Center The Epic Universe Preview Center took over the former Universal Legacy Store space. It features a model of the new park with augmented reality features that guests can interact … Read more
Two new Super Nintendo World plush hats are now available at the Epic Universe Preview Center in Universal CityWalk Orlando. Super Nintendo World Toad and Goomba Cap – $39 each These are the latest in a line of Super Nintendo World plush hats inspired by characters from the “Super Mario Bros.” franchise. Featured in the … Read more
Legendary composer Danny Elfman confirmed he is composing the score for Dark Universe, the Classic Monsters land in Universal’s new Epic Universe theme park. Danny Elfman Composing Dark Universe Music Elfman shared a screenshot of a Deadline article about Dark Universe and linked to Universal’s video reveal on an Instagram story. He wrote, “The Universal … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released the height requirements for the upcoming Dark Universe rides at Epic Universe, which opens next year. Dark Universe Height Requirements Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment will require a minimum height of 48 inches / 122 cm. This ride takes place in Frankenstein Manor and stars Dr. Victoria Frankenstein, great-great-great-granddaughter of … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has announced details of Dark Universe, the Epic Universe land inspired by Universal Classic Monsters. Dark Universe The land’s name comes from a canceled series of Universal Monsters movies. Guests will enter Dark Universe from Celestial Park through a portal in a giant dead tree. A coil on top will crackle with … Read more
In a recent X (Twitter) post, Universal Orlando Resort teased that big Epic Universe news is coming on June 20, 2024. Universal Orlando Resort Teases Big Epic Universe News In a post, Universal Orlando Resort teased that big Epic Universe news is coming this Thursday. The 11-second clip features no words, as gentle music plays. … Read more
One of the highlights of a trip to Super Nintendo World is dining at Toadstool Cafe. This restaurant serves up incredibly themed dishes, all prepared by Chef Toad. We’ve tried everything at Toadstool Cafe, so we’ve put together a list of the best and worst items. The following reviews are from Universal Studios Hollywood, but … Read more
The Epic Universe Preview Center in Universal CityWalk Orlando is now open. In addition to enjoying the park’s model, guests can also purchase merchandise inspired by four of the park’s lands: Dark Universe, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and Super Nintendo … Read more
The Epic Universe Preview Center at Universal CityWalk Orlando is now open, offering guests a first look at the upcoming theme park opening in 2025. We were able to see it for ourselves during a soft opening on Wednesday evening. Epic Universe Preview Center Opens to Guests The Preview Center takes over the space formerly … Read more
Universal Orlando’s newest theme park will open in 2025, but guests will be able to get a first look at everything the park has to offer very soon. The Epic Universe Preview Center at Universal CityWalk Orlando will open this week. Epic Universe Preview Center The preview center has opened for minimal previews but will … Read more
A tapestry-inspired cover has gone up in the “Harry Potter” room of the Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando. The cover is where wands used to be displayed, indicating it is probably hiding something to do with the resort’s rumored new interactive wands and spells. The cover is at the very back of the … Read more
The Epic Universe Preview Center is preparing to open in Universal CityWalk Orlando and will feature a theme park model with augmented reality. A new app is now available, which will give guests the ability to see the park model come to life. Epic Universe Preview Center App The app is free to download, and … Read more
