Universal Epic Universe News Mega Update - DUAL COASTER TESTING, NEW CONSTRUCTION & POSSIBLE LAWSUIT

Become a Patron: / themeparkstop Starfall Racers testing with both trains, How to Train Your Dragon scaffolding comes down, possible court case could change a ride name, and construction for all of Epic Universe.
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Intro: 0:00
Starfall Racers: 0:33
Celestial Park: 3:16
Super Nintendo World: 5:50
Dark Universe: 9:06
Wizarding World: 11:16
How to Train Your Dragon: 12:45
Helios Grand Hotel: 14:59
CityWalk Updates: 15:52
Closing: 17:20
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[@ThemeParkStop]

Is there any of the merchandise at the end you’ll be buying?

[@VelocicoasterFanboy]

Yes

[@PancakeJustice]

I’ve got my eyes on the Epic spirit jersey, and the Isle of Berk pennant

[@JFrombaugh]

I would really love to get something themed to Celestial Park, like that model of the Kronos tower that was given to some people recently. Failing that,I would probably just get an Epic Universe mug. I’ve already got plenty of Nintendo & Harry Potter stuff.

[@CHHSGuardBoy2]

Definitely Nintendo and Harry Potter merchandise.

[@LChatmanFL]

The EU lanyard looks nice. I have to the EU shirt from the passholder lounge.

[@mikey_owens]

Can I just say, you should receive some type of award, commendation, or accolade for the amazing work and blog you have put out concerning Universal's Epic Universe. Thank you so much for all the hard work and time you have put in for us to have these absolutely outstanding programs keeping us informed and excited on this upcoming theme park! I wish there was more we could do in honor of your work.

[@gobbzgaming8812]

I'll second that! Top notch production on all of these updates. I really, REALLY appreciate all the work you pour into these. Please keep 'em comin'!

[@Candycane-Foxy-YT]

I agree with that thank you for all the hard work you do ❤

[@Lorena-OT7]

Totally agree.

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

I'm sure they get ad revenue from views..

[@Candycane-Foxy-YT]

@@TheCobruhAlienat0r True for all Content Creators when they become part of the Program unless of course they get demonetized

[@theslenderchick1797]

As much as I loooooved using Starfall in elementary school over twenty years ago, hearing them potentially suing universal over a single word usage really makes me roll my eyes.

[@TheAirborn]

Not at the point in the video yet. But Screamscape is thinking this is a way for Starfall to say that "hey we're protecting our brand" because supposedly if you're not keeping up with your trademarks/copyrights you could lose it.

[@RN25899]

Protect what's yours or someone else will take it...that goes for everything in life

[@tcortez]

It will be interesting as it does not appear that Starfall has prevented or challenged the use in dozens of books, some of which would have almost identical audiences. Why the now for potential use if they had not pursued actual use over the past decade?

[@beccab8015]

Personally I like the name Stardust Racers better anyway

[@Matt-jf1bf]

I love the side by side comparisons to the concept art, it makes it so much easier to visualize how far along they are

[@ThemeParkStop]

Definitely will have to include more comparisons now that we’re getting more official concept art!

[@jeffacallaway]

I'm addicted to watching the construction of this park, it's amazing. Thanks for the info and updates.

[@Dubstep5]

I feel the same way too

[@umrmech84]

The logistical coordination involved in bringing this all together on schedule boggles my mind.

[@MioRaem]

Actually, I wouldn't be too mindboggled. This is what sub contractors and sub sub contractors are for. The whole project was likely "reverse-planned" with all organizational phases planned out in an isolated manner and well in advance, based on blueprints and scope projections. Such as the different lands. Those separate construction teams have little to do with one another and can focus on their own area, landscaping and rides.

[@travisvanalst4698]

People doing their jobs blows your mind?

[@umrmech84]

@travisvanalst4698 How to tell me that you've never had to manage a large project without coming out and saying it. It's a lot more difficult than your job where you only have to worry about not mixing up the chicken and bean burritos.

[@CrimsonArcturus]

​@umrmech84 How to tell me that you have no capacity for conceptual thought without coming out and saying it. Must be embarrassing that the person who you assume has a low-respect job (all jobs are respectable by the way, asshole) has a greater ability to understand the scope of work involved in this project than you do.

[@bleepbloopbleh]

Lmao, roasted. Their work is definitely very impressive

[@NevermoreIQuoth]

Honestly that shot of the coaters meeting at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="83">1:23</a> was beautiful to see, it bring back so much nostalgia from Duelling Dragons.

[@uhuhuh1966]

I’ll never forget watching this park being built piece by piece it has been a truly mind blowing experience every time. We’re witnessing history

[@GLJosh]

Given the amount of visual information we have on this park the time lapsed will be amazing.

[@frrrfrrr9177]

I love how universal can build nearly an entire theme park faster than FDOT can build a simple roadway connection and a roundabout

[@OrlandoParksRover]

Road work is a giant scam that’s why it always takes forever

[@michaelklaus]

​@@OrlandoParksRover In my country I love that all the security beacons, street signs (esp. speed limits), and whatnot are placed by one squad, weeks (or months) later another squad or more arrive for construction, and when all of them are done and gone it takes another few weeks (or months) before a squad arrives to retreive the beacons and signs.

[@RetroGirl1967]

That's the part that amazes/astounds me. When you compare what Disney has accomplished vs. what Universal has accomplished in the same time frame (and both had to deal with covid closures/delays), it's not even close. Universal has almost completely built a third gate and the domestic Disney parks have done very little by comparison. (I know Disney has been doing big things with their overseas parks).

[@MLDesigns]

I would have preferred ‘Starlight Racers’ be the backup name. Hopefully it doesn’t need one!

[@matthewwatson373]

That is a good backup name if they need one.

[@Coasterkingg]

Stardust sounds like Disney haha

[@nicholasjames8689]

@@CoasterkinggStardust Crusaders from JoJo would beg to differ.

[@burke55555]

@@CoasterkinggI’m a wrestling fan so I know what Stardust truly means.

[@Coppertine_]

Starlight Foundation exists.. so I don't think so

[@kentslocum]

If those fountains are synchronized to go off one after another in a line all the way down Celestial Park, like a giant wave, I am going to completely lose my mind. 😮

[@darien5712]

So Glad Universal is now honoring not one huge but kinetic fountains all over which Disney let go from their Epcot concept art and removing the one fountain they already had.

[@campdogz]

You’re my “go to” for all things Epic. I appreciate your hard work and always look forward to your next update.

[@louisianimal24]

She’s really taking shape man!!!

[@jayxeevee]

It's awesome seeing the real photos get closer and closer to the concept art!

[@In_the_Pod]

Love these vids. Reminds me of when I was a kid looking up construction pics of Islands of Adventure being built. Once again, I'm most hyped for the dual coaster.

[@JustinGrant-jf5gv]

Progress on this theme park is coming along beautifully. I bet the people at Universal are itching for guests to take their first steps into this universe when it opens up next year.

[@In_the_Pod]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="144">2:24</a> "starfall" is a MCR lyric. "...every starfall brought you to tears..."

[@thisisnotalizard6555]

In helena they used star fall with a space in the middle

[@batshtcrazy5293]

Wow, just imagine... concept art that actually matches the built product! Too bad the mouse can't seem to get that right. 😂 As for that lawsuit, its absolutely ridiculous! As for the current progress of Epic, it's looking more fantastic everybday. Thanks for all the superb updates. You are by far the best out there!

[@UrAverageNerd642]

Is anyone here that when she posts their day gets a WHOLE lot better? I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL SO MUCH

[@pipsblackstang]

I really hope Creature is the Dark Universe expansion!

[@TacoEX1]

MY MAN!

[@iwonamezyd5489]

I love that most of the extended queue areas are either covered or surrounded by trees. It’s one of the worst things for me having to queue in the blazing Florida sunshine with no cover.

[@ErikHeimdallr]

My family and I live in Maine plan on going to Universal in October 2025 to celebrate Halloween (Samhain) and the start of the long, cold, dark of Winter.. We are all so excited for Epic Universe and all the lands. It looks like Universal spared no expense and are doing things right. Thank you for all the amazing updates as it keeps us involved and makes going that much more exciting.

[@FlyRick78]

Don't expect Epic to be open by then and if it is, it will be insanely crowded in its first month with a lot of breakdowns. Better to wait for the deals that will come in month three when Universal expects steep attendance declines and is already prepping deals because surveys indicate there is far less interest in the park than they hoped.

[@tulinfirenze1990]

@@FlyRick78 Bullshit

[@rb5078]

I would sell my soul for that indoor boat ride!!! I really hope they build it!

[@WolfWriterL.P]

Oh man... you guys are the best. These updates are making the long wait for epic universe and the other upcoming attractions at universal SO much easier, plus you go right to the point and basicly predeict the future XD. Also, IM GOING TO UNIVERSAL SOON!!!! So excited and definitely gonna buy some epic universe merch. Again, thanks for the updates 😆!!!!!!!

[@FashionFunPJ]

What I already love most about this park is the amazing kinetic energy it will create

[@user-ko2yy8gh8r]

I can just say I am extremely exited for this park and your updates make it all the more better!

[@mario43341]

Thank you for the updates ma'am. 🙏😄 I can't wait for this park to open.

[@EliasWatsonCT]

I really hope Universal can keep the name for Starfall Racers. Stardust Racers just doesn’t have the same ring to it Edit: Wow this comment blew up lol

[@LChatmanFL]

How about Starbright Racers?

[@goobert5485]

@@LChatmanFL no offense, but that sounds even worse 😅

[@EliasWatsonCT]

@@LChatmanFL Maybe Starlight Racers?

[@LChatmanFL]

Or Starspeed Racers Starlight Racers, Starduel Racers (nod to dueling dragons).

[@LChatmanFL]

@@goobert5485 agreed, lol. That's why I added a few more. Kinda like Starduel Racers...

[@holyvirginmaryjane]

the people who are building this are insane this is talenttt

[@George_vv]

I guessed the lawsuit! I used StarFall growing up and literally rolled on the floor when they were brought up. That's where my brain immediately went when I heard the title of the video that is so funny. Also it kinda makes sense because I immediately thought of them when I first heard the name of Starfall Racers.

[@theslenderchick1797]

OMG ME TOO!!

[@UmmYeahOk]

Never heard of the company. I mean, I could see if they were like a mini family fun center, they may have a case, but if I start up a shoe company and call ONE of my shoe designs Amazon, Amazon, the mega corporation, shouldn’t be able to successfully sue me and win, as I don’t have a website with Amazon in the name. And Amazon as a name is literally a place in South America, so it’s not something completely unique like Coca Cola or Pepsi, which actually are registered trademarks. “Starfall” is like “waterfall” in that you really can’t copyright a word people already use. It’s like when Coca Cola tried to copyright the word “coke,” but couldn’t because by the time they tried, most of the south use that as a general term for soda. 7up is a type of “coke.”

[@ProfessionalFloridian]

Same

[@Brian-qo3qi]

I’m so excited for Epic Universe! Going to Universal Studios is just the best time & now there’s even more to do & enjoy ❤️

[@sairosekk]

The celestial spin looks sick!!! I want to ride it now! Also stardust isn't as fun.

[@AlejoMarL]

It’s amazing how advanced every area is, can’t wait for this project to become a reality!

[@batshevanivylerner8582]

wow!!!! it's incredible how much progress has been made just since your last update video!!!! And yes i LOVE your updates. You're doing an amazing job!!!!!

[@thewindofsuicune]

I was thinking the lawsuit was related to Darkmoor, as a game called Wizard101 has an area with the same name, setting, similar set pieces, and some of the same monsters within this area.

[@Socallmelex]

I actually think “Star Dust” is cute lol

[@josegamer4172]

The names for both carts Starfall(or stardust) racers/ 1st coaster cart: Starlight racer, 2nd coaster cart: Starbright racer

[@RONALDSPENCER]

thank u TPS for the mega update i love it... awesomeness!!!!

[@400collector]

This updates from you guys are the best. I love how you put a proper soundtrack for each land you’re talking about. Congrats for the great work!!

[@l.c.8798]

Thank you for all these amazing updates! I'm so eager for more progress on Harry Potter and Dark Universe!!!! 🎉

[@lukecowell85]

Your videos are so detailed I love them 😍 Perfect pacing too!

[@janajeffsilvernickelladventure]

Really Love watching the videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@cyclicmusings2661]

That Nintendo store in CIty Walk is going to open much sooner than Epic Universe and I really do hope to see some merch from franchises that aren't just Mario.

[@ProfessionalFloridian]

They are planning on Pokémon (replacing Springfield) and Zelda (replacing lost continent)

[@RankingTheMouse]

It is truly REMARKABLE how beautiful that celestial spin looks on Star____ Racers. That is going to be mesmerizing once the park opens

[@GotA-do4ob]

Got really excited watching this one. I'm glad that one of the two major theme park players in the US is actually doing something new, and it seems to me that Universal actually knows what people want to see (other than the continuous deluge of minion content), unlike Disney, who seem to be making continuous misses lately.

[@johnnyy3964]

Alicia, Your updates are simply the best!

[@frankroldan7716]

Excellent explanation!!!

[@johnnyargo8509]

Awesome video. My son loves these updates. He just lights up when you show how to train your dragon stuff. Good job

[@luisLP5752]

Cant get enough of your coverage. Gracias!!!

[@ChrisBPGD]

I love seeing all the thematic changes! Thank you for all your hard work, Alicia - another amazing update. I’m going to miss these videos once Epic Universe opens!

[@mike651]

this video deserves 17 stars out of 5 and I'm giving epic universe 15 out of 5 stars for not recreating hill valley but still looking incredible

[@allamerican0119]

Best coverage of the park on KZbin 👍

[@JoeFarrell86]

It’s actually starting to look like an working theme park.

[@jfjfamgs3580]

Enhorabuena por los videos que haces.Aquii desde España estamos al día con la construcción de Epic Universe.😊

[@benjaminthiele7474]

Your videos are amazing.

[@leroyhopkins2229]

These updates are well needed!

[@BlargnCheese]

I wanted to go to that surf shop at City Walk a few weeks ago and i was so sad to see it walled off and closed.

[@cubedfan56]

Love your coverage! Thank you!!

[@madisonlederer1545]

I didn't know Starfall educations existed before this dispute, and I sure won't remember they exist after this leaves my sphere of influence lmaooo

[@jenniferrundle6870]

Great update!

[@derekludwig5863]

I'd call it "LightSpeed²"

[@skycreeper0173]

This is turning out amazing so far! Thank you for sharing this update!

[@Cowgirlfrom_Hell]

I have been watching this process from the beginning and WOW the amount of work it takes to build a theme park…I’m amazed! Every video update I say the same thing: they are killing it.

[@adventuresaway]

LET"S GOOOOOO!

[@danielonadventure]

Yeah! Great update and awesome clips of star fall racers!

[@kalebdaunais9160]

I think Universal can rename Starfall racers into Stardust racers

[@zretep]

I always enjoy your videos! keeps me excited for my trip next summer!

[@danasandoval624]

You would think the company that is making a stink over the name would want Universal to use the name, if they thought about it Epic Universe and this new roller coaster will get a lot of attention & press. Having a name very similar would possibly lead people to their site & provide more people with info on their company, but hey if they don’t want free advertising due to names being very close go right on and insist Universal change the name & they will to them it doesn’t make a huge difference, I think the other business needs to rethink the way they are of looking at this. Another fantastic video!!! Thanks so much.

[@netlinimp510]

One problem if they do not fight now is that Univ Studios could ask them to stop because they want to sell merch and branded logo.

[@sparkyUK]

Can't wait to visit this park!

[@sharona5646]

I’m going next December, can’t wait to visit this new park.

[@dnw9181]

💯👍 SUPERBLY DONE !!! 🥂

[@JoeFarrell86]

This is my favorites video series right now lol

[@sharktooths]

I'm gonna be in debt for years over it, but I'm gonna do a week out there in '26 and hopefully stay in the Helios Grand at least for a single night...

[@stevencoppola9556]

Good stuff

[@Intothesunset89]

Oh man, I cannot wait to visit (even though I sadly do not have any plans for next year) I’m surprisingly really excited for the coaster in dark universe.

[@StripofPaper]

I'm so HYPED 🎉🎉🎉

[@saturdaymorningfan3123]

Theme park stop-- "All right done with the updates!" Universal--"oh yeah!" Drops hhn video yesterday and dreamworks land video today. Theme park stop "dangit." Thanks for all the great videos.

[@colombamax]

Best notif of the day

[@hopejordan2997]

I can't wait to see this come together. I'm already planning my trip

[@TheAsuraeva]

So so so excited for fb locations/inspired attractions

[@pochovilla]

I don't agree that Starfall Education should have a copyright or trademark on the name. But if they win, then Disney will try to claim they own the name Stardust because they mention Project Stardust in the movie Rogue One, which refers to the construction of the Death Star . I like the name Fireball Racers but then the Jerry Lee Lewis estate will sue for copyright right infringement. Why don't they just call the ride Celestial Racers and then everybody's happy? ☺️

[@ThemeParkStop]

While mentioned in the film, I don’t believe Disney holds a trademark for the term. And Universal only applied for Stardust Racers in the category of roller coaster, so only word marks within roller coaster category could be affected.

[@pochovilla]

One commentator already mentioned the Starfall Online video game. The game has a Wikipedia entry that states it was released in 2014. A judge may ask if SEF filed a cease-and-desist order against Starfall Online to stop the use of the name. They may have. If not, Universal could have a good argument against SEF. I think a possible argument in favor of SEF would be the color scheme of Starfall Racers tracks are similar to the pastel colors used on SEF's website and literature. I don't think the pastel colored tracks match the rest of the solid bright colors of the rest of the park's lands and attractions. I think it would be amazing to paint both tracks black so at night it could give the illusion of flying through space, sort of like Space Mountain. But I'm no Steven Spielberg and am sure Universal knows what it's doing. I'm just a former Disney Adult who is all in as a new Universal Adult. I'm excited to see what they have planned for EU Phase Two. I predict they will add three new lands for Phase Two to reflect our solar system made up of eight planets and add those three land's medallions to the Kronos Tower.

[@reddcube]

I so happy the Universal is getting a dueling coaster again. I might have to spend a day marathoning Star▯▯▯▯ Racer

[@jonnyveltri610]

You would be like a fantastic teacher.

[@sheilahallock6549]

I can’t wait

[@user-sq4vn9vb6l]

Really like those new roller coasters at epic universe in Orlando Florida.

[@rebeccarepasky7561]

Are we thinking construction is moving ahead of schedule? As in, maybe opening prior to summer??

[@zandresteven7983]

Yay, update time!!!

[@UmmYeahOk]

Ok, just name it “Star fall,” two words, can’t copyright that.

[@DarMar106]

Lets all be honest; everyone will probably just call "Starfall Racers" and simply shorthand it as "Racers" lol

[@tulinfirenze1990]

DCA - Makes a giant hubcap to represent the sun and then tears it down because it's lame. Epic - Makes a beautiful glowing sun icon to sit atop the hotel which will be visible throughout the entire park.

[@Beboobopbibbybop]

this tesla theming is beautiful 🙏

[@deletedaccountdnd]

ohhh.. more LED screens will be amazing for city walk!

[@idkmybffWill3]

I honestly think “Stardust Chasers” would be better than “…Racers” if they need to change the “Starfall” portion.

[@rossh688]

I think I prefer Stardust, anyways.

[@Qrispy]

lol super nintendo world photo bop

[@codyrompalo9661]

gotta laugh at how childish some of these lawsuits are, the name of a roller coaster is going to "dilute the value of another company"

[@merik2001]

Starfall still exists? I remember using it when I was in 1st grade back in the early 2000s. I honestly thought they shut down years ago, especially considering that the website doesn't look like it's been updated in years

[@theredpriest]

Could change "Starfall" to; comet, meteor, shooting star, etc. If it's that big of an issue.

[@scifinut1]

Do you think you'll get some leaked photos of the Dark Universe animatronics????

[@kristiewhite2926]

Never heard of Starfall education - my first thought was from the A Court of Thorn and Roses series...Starfall happens in Velaris 🌠