Universal Epic Universe News Mega Update - COASTER LIGHTING, TALLEST TOWERS INSTALLED & CONSTRUCTION

[@ThemeParkStop]

Hope everyone enjoys this big Epic update, but to my Central Florida neighbors please be safe out there this week!

[@moneygrabbercodswollop8133]

I ran right here!!!!!

[@NicoleRocks-mv5hx]

thank you be safe

[@rapids444]

Safety for you & your family too!

[@TVTIME-be8ze]

I need to tell you something and it’s a great idea for Nintendo world!

[@NicoleRocks-mv5hx]

@@TVTIME-be8ze what?

[@jaysonpida5379]

Everyone in Central Florida stay safe & may the hurricane damage to all the parks be minimal.

[@Danrarbc]

Busch Gardens is going to be the most impacted.

[@danasandoval624]

@@DanrarbcThat’s right, oh no, I hope they keep the animals & themselves safe.

[@RankingTheMouse]

That shot of the chronos moving alongside Stardust Racers runing is....unbelievably beautiful. WOW

[@ThemeParkStop]

Everyone should go subscribe to Adventuring with Annie on KZbin and social media! She’s killing it with those first peaks at tests like that!

[@reddcube]

Projecting onto the safety nets for Curse of the Werewolf is a super ingenious idea.

[@gameplayxtreme3389]

For some reason looking at the parking lot of all things almost made me emotional. Just the realisation that less than one year from now, thousands of people will be walking over it, excited to go to this park we've all been following for 5+ years... Wow

[@kalebalvarado9294]

pending milton…

[@brianorozco1074]

@@kalebalvarado9294Hopefully it won’t cause too much damage to the park, since it’s still under construction

[@deafgwipps]

Not for my dumbass 😭🙏 I ship out for the navy bout two months before this launches oof

[@batshtcrazy5293]

It's SO good to get an update like this. I hope it withstands this hurricane season, because I am going to desperately need the get away this summer! Everyone stay safe!

[@overlookers]

Milton will make landfall between Tampa and Fort Myers ~2am Thursday Oct 9th. Initial outlooks believed the storm would diminish to a Category 3 and then Category 1 once inland (Orlando). But, as of 7pm this evening, Milton has regained it's strength- returning to a Category 5.

[@MrSnoomun1983]

Blown away at how close this concept art is to what's being built, something disney hasn't been able to do in a very long time.

[@ItFlorentin]

Which is very satisfying 😌

[@glossymistake3114]

Hehehe blown away hehehe just like the buildings because hurricanes hehehee

[@ItFlorentin]

@glossymistake3114 can't believe tallest tower just finally constructed right before 😂

[@cosmicwarrior1857]

can some of yall ever watch universal videos without complaining about disney in the comments?

[@artapples8417]

It gets better and better in every update. Every new detail just adds layer upon layers of stunning beauty to the park. When we finally see it for real with all the kinetic elements like the flying dragons, lightning details, inside the ride queues, the rides themselves, the shows, I think we will be even more stunned at how crazy wonderful this park will be.

[@ProfSir1]

The hype is so real for this place.

[@rtwandre]

Now entering the phase where I'm starting to get MEGA excited about touring the park with you when it finally opens. So looking forward to the video updates! 😁

[@calvinpetty343]

Man, I can only dream on taking a week long vacation with my whole family to Orlando, hitting Islands of Adventure, Seaworld, 2 days at Epic universe, and maybe the Disney Parks, and then heading down to Tampa to night ride Iron Gwazi! Literally losing it rn in excitement for this park 🤩

[@sebasllaura7254]

I like how the Pizza Moon sign is a reference to A Trip to the Moon!

[@brianorozco1074]

Same! I felt kinda giddy when I saw that

[@keithschneider1054]

Wait until you see the interiors, the theme continues gloriously.

[@tracyhoneck9177]

@@keithschneider1054 awesome!

[@CarlosMartinez-tj9ju]

HTTYD might be the most beautiful family / kids area ever created at any theme park. Just wow.

[@dejonckheere100]

I mean… this is themepark artistry at it’s finest. Each episode you carefully assembled i am just blown away by the beauty and detail of this revolutionary themepark. Disney better go hard on Villains Land. 😂🖤

[@wendygai9279]

I would say Tokyo Disneysea remains to be the best (at least for me), the attention to detail in that park is still unbeatable in theme park industry, also, they found a way to connect of story of different lands "ports" which is genius! US Disney parks are indeed downgraded... I found that the two Disney parks in Japan even have more rides than WDW with its all four parks... The EPCOT/AK/ HS 100% seems like unfinished theme parks...

[@zarajenkins6948]

​@wendygai9279 as walt said....the parks will never be finished....you missed the brief 😂

[@etjulien]

I have a feeling one of the biggest reveals will be the Park Lighting. Thanks, Alicia! Another great video!

[@jenniferakers2534]

I get all giddy when I get a notification for your videos!!! And they never disappoint!!! Thank you!!!

[@m3g4n3720]

Thank you so much for all news updates! Universal should have you be one of the first guests to do a review when the park opens too!

[@elevenb6967]

I agree with this.

[@brianorozco1074]

I also agree with this

[@jacksonseyl5255]

I hope Hurricane Milton doesn't do to much damage to Epic Universe. P.S. Stay safe everybody.

[@EnzoTheAverageAvgeek]

Bruh, I was thinking the same thing!

[@Stickman_S]

Same :[ i pray nothing happenes...

[@brianorozco1074]

@@EnzoTheAverageAvgeekSame

[@nathanr7599]

I hope the hurricane doesn’t destory all of this I would actually cry

[@JustLiz-yc5kd]

My thoughts exactly. To see all the progress get wrecked. 😭😭😭

[@Obliviou]

This park is really gonna shine at night and im so excited for it

[@Zodia195]

I hope and pray those working on this park stay safe with Milton heading their way. I am sure they're taking measures to keep things safe too.

[@skh1964]

Love it! It keeps getting better, everything , the hotel, the park, the roads. I can’t wait for this to open!

[@batshevanivylerner8582]

the park is looking amazing!! I hope it doesn't sustain any damage on Thursday from Hurricane Milton. My prayers for everyone in its path 🙏🙏

[@kirkvandewalker3574]

I love the new updates! I very much hope we get some art nouveau inspired merchandise for Epic Universe, because that design aesthetic is gorgeous 🥰 Also while technically being off topic (and kinda being an "apples to oranges" comparison), I'm happy and giddy about decorative water fountains being included in the design for Epic Universe and actually having them being built as opposed to Epcot's central garden planter in a otherwise stale, Irvine california business complex 😂

[@NicholasUnger]

I literally just went to check if there is any construction update and you just posted! Looking forward to watching this later while I wait out, Hurricane Milton!

[@_Virus_BS]

Lol, same I just checked is there a new update and saw this vid

[@liluzivertvault7638]

Don’t crème yourself 😂

[@zarajenkins6948]

Keep safe, our prayers are with you from the UK🙏

[@alfredgiovetti]

We especially like the adding of shaded queue areas, which will protect the public from the vicious, Florida sun.

[@JFrombaugh]

Nighttime rides on Stardust Racers are really going to be something else. Like riding an even more extreme Disneyland Paris Space Mountain with a racing element!

[@TimothyKnight-n1u]

Your delivery is really really well done. Thank you for all of your efforts.

[@Alex_Fuerst_DP]

Seems like every video is a BIG, EPIC, MEGA update… I better not miss any!

[@ThemeParkStop]

Mega is the term I started using for video updates that cover every land of the park, as my earlier videos would often only cover one area at a time. That way it’s easy to tell the difference between smaller news updates and the full park updates!

[@JamesFields-q4e]

I hope everything stays safe during the storm and doesn’t damage anything.

[@disneylandx123]

Helios is now hiring with a start date in February which is a good hint on opening dates for the hotel. Nova and Luna is also hiring with start dates in December which means about 1 month of training.

[@chrislehmier]

Holy crap, that Kronos gyro whirligig lit up and moving around is freakin' cool.

[@Katie-pw2zo]

Wow it's looking so colorful already

[@Misc_Anthony]

I have to wonder how much of these elements are at risk from Milton? I am sure a bunch of trees are going to get uprooted and perhaps the fabric on the circus tent, but am curious how the rest of the park will fair...

[@JosephDeandrade]

I was just thinking this. Scaffolding and landscaping might take a big hit. Hopefully it will stay put and construction won’t be delayed.

[@Bdizzle88]

​@@JosephDeandradeThe scaffolding would be my biggest concern, but that stuff goes up and down in a day, so I'm sure the entire site has been undergoing preparations, and I wouldn't be surprised to see it all down by now.

[@PinkHibiscus-eh9hy]

This hurricane will be a good test. Anything that stands up to the wind without damage can weather any future storm they might get.

[@kingrowla]

yeah same, that seems rough. All the prep areas that are scattered around with pieces of rides and buildings have to be locked down or secured somewhere.

[@brianorozco1074]

True, the park hasn’t been fully built yet and already there’s gonna be a hurricane coming. I wonder if it’ll might delay the expected opening date for the park, which is Spring 2025.

[@JosephDeandrade]

Alicia, This is the only channel I get my info from and have been watching for years. I love how 99% of what you have speculated and looked into has come to fruition and are now facts and are being built right before our eyes. I can not wait to buy tickets for Epic Universe and see it for myself. Stay safe this week.

[@DrStarlander]

At 8:16 they're putting strings of lights in the trees. That seems early to do that if the park isn't going to open until next summer...given the tree is a living, changing thing. Is this a sign of a possible earlier opening? LOVE the Pizza Moon sign at 8:57 and I hope Celestial Park is filled with turn-of-the-century charm. Reminds me of what Disney was going for briefly with Pixar Pier but with Incredibles and Inside Out and other additions, that turn-of-the-century feel was lost. At 9:32 and 9:40 I just marvel at how beautifully integrated this hotel is to the park. Bravo! The foam and astroturf hill at the Constellation Carousel remains the park's biggest mystery. Why?! 🤔Seen at 6:56 to 6:59. --Hope y'all are safe down there!!

[@TheBacklogBuilder]

I’ll never forget my first trip to Universal Orlando back in 2009 before WWoHP opened. To see how far the resort has grown and continues to grow blows me away every time I watch your EU construction updates. I cannot wait for this to finally open!

[@TheDylanJoyce]

Make sure they take that scaffolding down before the storm!!!

[@maxwmarshall]

Landscaping is ramping up! The more green I see, the closer I feel like we are to completion! Pavement too!

[@velvetwaterband]

Wow, it is really starting to come together! Amazing how much the landscape details adds to it. It is breathtaking!

[@happiestplace3754]

I'm literally tearing up seeing everything getting closer and closer to completed and looking exactly like the concept art and animations. It's so amazing to see something start out as just dirt being pushed around to bare bones structures to fully realized and themed lands. This is truly the first major theme park built in the age of social media, drone technology, HD cameras, and KZbin.

[@lisaarmstrong459]

This does feel like a big update. Some fantastic new progress. I really can't wait.

[@largeformatmaster2994]

I pray that Epic Universe doesn’t see any damage from the incoming hurricane.

[@briandevine8292]

Let’s hope the hurricane dose not destroy all there progress.

[@bradkoerner1]

Another great video, thanks! I feel so sorry for the project team that is probably scrambling right now to secure the site as best as possible, and then is going to have to clean up after the hurricane. I bet a lot of the new trees will be easily wiped out, and all the newly cleaned fountain areas will be flooded with silt again.

[@JDMACCC]

Every time one of your updates pops up, it always makes my day. Thank you so much.

[@Cowgirlfrom_Hell]

Yessss I have n been hoping for a new update! Saving to watch later 😉

[@TVTIME-be8ze]

The donkey Kong house look kinda looks like a cupcake, and they should make a little cupcake based off of it there for snacks

[@HighAltitudeVibez]

I hope they are able to secure enough stuff, unfortunately Hurricane Milton is headed towards Orlando with 100MPH winds and higher.

[@anthonypecorara]

Florida, y’all stay safe!

[@michaelwall2793]

Thanks for the update Alicia! Stay safe down there this week!

[@johnbabin2269]

Here's hoping Milton doesn't do too much damage.

[@roycecharlton4924]

I want everyone to be safe first, and I hope the hurricanes do set it back too much.

[@nichellemason46]

Thank you for all the updates. I truly have enjoyed watching all the updates.

[@edcola6671]

The park really is all coming together now. Wonder if Hurricane Milton will cause any major damage to the theming in and around it. We’ll just have to wait and see….

[@brianorozco1074]

If it _will_ cause any damage to the new park then hopefully it’ll be very minor

[@myinternets]

I wish all my fellow Floridian friends and family safety during this hurricane, but most importantly bioreconstruct. ♥

[@MR-wr3qp]

The tent locks like a hidden Micky ❤😂 I don't think it should look like this

[@alexislennon4973]

I was thinking the same thing 😂

[@bonnyseidel6029]

Another awesome video, thanks Alicia & team, plus bioreconstruct and Annie. EU looks greater every time I see it! I don’t know which area I’m looking forward to more. Everyone in the area PLEASE be careful with Milton on its way. 🌀 Be safe out there!😊

[@StadiumofLOLMAPS]

With all this emphasis on night time lighting, I sure hope they are open much later than their current parks...

[@philrabe910]

So much looks so finished- all of the main pathways look ready to pave, the foliage is gorgeous and the water features are really eye popping! I see soft openings by Holiday time? Maybe for the New Year?

[@Project_NoLimits]

Awesome update! I’m excited to go on opening

[@BikerBradM]

Such a great update! Thank you so much for the continual coverage

[@robertkosko1317]

LOVE LOVE LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!! always get excited to see a new video!

[@richardrodrigues4893]

I absolutely love all the updates. Thanks for sharing.

[@scataplaft]

It just keeps getting more and more beautiful!!! ❤🔥👏

[@gerardolivier5250]

lets hope not to much gonna be blown away now

[@krantzanator]

I really enjoy the content and updates for Epic Universe, there are other KZbinrs providing updates but I always look forward to yours.

[@louisianimal24]

Can’t believe it’s come this far 😅 we are so close to this thing opening and that blows my mind because of how long I have followed the construction!

[@NicFlood]

Thanks for the amazing coverage! Can’t wait to be there next year!

[@common91941]

These construction workers are amazing I hope they get a year of free attendance or something

[@alexislennon4973]

I know some family friends who had a architect friend that invited them to come to Harry Potter world Diagon alley before it opened 😊 They get perks for sure!

[@K-R-C69]

I would LOVE to see an Alicia X Annie collaboration sometime. You're both so good at what you do, and so natural and authentic. Thanks for all you do!

[@TReeseTV]

I just get more excited with every update!

[@Hawaiian_lightning]

As a native Floridian, the only reason why I am excited for this theme park to open, is to have less wait times in IOA and UO. 😁

[@Chocokaylarobin]

Hope the hurricane doesnt mess it up

[@EyeXombie]

Now lets hope Milton does it tear it all back down.

[@danasandoval624]

Stay safe everyone! I love your videos I get so excited every time you post.

[@russmacc316]

I know it's just nostalgia, but a part of me is a little sad to see the old signs go

[@brianorozco1074]

Same, I’ve loved the old entrance sign with the Universal globe on the blue background. Hopefully the screens on either side of the new sign will look good in person.

[@MostAmazingEverything]

Theme park spot would win every spot the difference competition 🔥

[@Remysnum1fan]

Dark universe is almost finished!!!

[@DannyJayKayyy]

Hopefully Milton doesn’t do too much damage to things under construction!

[@brianorozco1074]

That’s my concern as well

[@happilyeverafterhanna]

Love the epic Universe updates!!!🙌🏻💜

[@ashleymarzan7506]

Epic universe I am super excited to see the new theme park attraction to open to the public next year so I look forward to see you here next year I hope the construction site is still going on so they better pick up the pace time is running out.

[@bonedaggers7454]

Stay safe too please!!

[@cosmicwarrior1857]

Park is coming along so well, i just wish we could see more of the ministry of magic ride lol. The wait is killing me. Will definitely be planning to go some time next fall or winter.

[@MindETMuch]

Do you know if they plan to install solar panels on any of the roofs of the park ? I see so much empty flat spaces and it's making me nuts !

[@ThemeParkStop]

Yes! Some backstage parking will have solar panel covers over the spaces according to new permit information.

[@MindETMuch]

@@ThemeParkStop ok thank you for your answer. I find it crazy that they don’t cover all the flat roofs with solar panels. 🤷‍♂️

[@dominicanheat2790]

YES! ANOTHER VIDEO!

[@WillBillBilly]

Thank you!!

[@victorandrews9388]

Thinking of everyone as Hurricane Milton approaches. Your safety is the top priority! 💙 Take care, stay safe, and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. 🙏✨

[@Madgav1]

Giving my best wishes to those in central Florida

[@Shnito300]

Your videos don’t miss

[@SuperZabat]

Great work once again

[@dimetime35c]

Really nervous about what damage there might be from this storm. Hoping it won't delay the opening.

[@DrStarlander]

Starting at 5:26 we can see power lines behind Dark Universe. Will those be visible while in the park?

[@warchild4069]

Milton better not mess with my park. We are having an epic vacation next year. Going Rockstar Level at the hardrock (concierge level) as it is worth it. Curious what the new in park hotel will offer for fast pass perks if any.

[@disneylandx123]

All that new landscaping and new trees are not going to like this hurricane.

[@xavierwalko4175]

2:17 Universal using a Hidden Mickey out of spite?

[@brianorozco1074]

Maybe, or it could just be a coincidence

[@ducktails1695]

I'm sure Epic Universe will sustain some damage from hurricane Milton but hopefully it's limited to basically trees down and simple stuff like that. You can pretty much 100% guarantee there will be trees down around the park.

[@augamemnon]

I wonder how much the hurricane will damage the construction?

[@emilyschulz907]

Dixe. Kong animatronic looks amazing

[@86RSJag]

2:17 hidden mickey

[@JCMcCann]

Literally came to comment this. 😂😂