Universal Epic Universe News Mega Update - RIDE VEHICLES ON SITE, DRAGONS PERMITS & NEW CONSTRUCTION

[@ThemeParkStop]

With SO MUCH happening, the updates are getting BIGGER!

[@OTBDBOY]

WOOHOOO LETS GOO UNIVERSAL ❤️

[@maui3551]

I love all the amazing videos you do about Epic Universe 🤩

[@sentientcomet]

Would you say the updates are getting… Epic?

[@pescaoPR]

I could watch a 45min video of you talking about updates

[@imaginationstationyt6948]

Take care of yourself! And make sure you get enough rest. Because there is no way you can be getting enough hours of sleep! You're on fire with these videos!

[@michaelgarofalo]

This has the potential to be the best theme park in the world

[@CarlosMartinez-tj9ju]

I think it will be for sure.

[@Nargon46]

Agreed, Universal is on a roll!

[@ZebraGamez19]

​@@Nargon46disneyworld needs to ketchup lol

[@daringpyrritator7163]

I only wish that they had more attractions, especially indoor ones.

[@ZebraGamez19]

@@daringpyrritator7163 where, Disney world?

[@jumuliah]

The drone technology in HTTYD would be amazing. Funny enough, if they can master the tech, it can be applied to each land (flying villains in Nintendo, Dracula/bats/witches in Monsters, and magical creatures in WWHP). So much potential.

[@TheCosmicHiroshi]

It could perhaps even be use in their other theme parks if they ever revolutionize the idea on a global scale! Though I wonder how they'll store the drone tech during bad weather 🤔

[@FlamingoRadio_]

Immersive experiences like this would be incredible and I would hope to be added in the other parks. I could imagine them being a great addition to older rides that don't require any physical alterations: Elliot and E.T. on the bike, Transformers that can fly, pterodactyls at Jurassic Park and Kong, various minion shenanigans, etc.

[@gregorycerven3484]

Picture Death Eaters flying through Harry Potter areas... That would be awesome!

[@UrSammich]

I agree, if done right the flying elements would look amazing. Kind of similar to smart light drone shows, but better. Plus it would be a far improvement to what Disney uses over in their parks for the fire works shows. Which right now is a simple teether and harness with projected lighting. I think the use of drones is a good option for universal and will certainly make disney step up. Now if universal can stop using less screen based projection rides...

[@cammysan]

Remember Disney's attempt at a dragon? I have a feeling Epic's will be nothing like that and more impressive.

[@Thromp501]

It is a lot easier to plant a tree or lay down sod than it is to build a rollercoaster, but for some reason seeing landscaping below Starfall Racers makes it feel so much closer to complete. Love to see it. Thanks for the awesome video.

[@ThemeParkStop]

Makes it feel real somehow.

[@Viking_Luchador]

I work in construction. Laying down sod is usually one of the last things you do

[@bobbyswanson3498]

i swear i click on these updates faster than any other youtube videos

[@jonathanmowbray923]

You guys are by far the best and only ones I’ll watch about anything happening in Theme Parks in Orlando!! If you wanted to get more in detail, I’m sure we wouldn’t mind longer videos!

[@ThemeParkStop]

Be careful what you wish for! There were segments that were cut from this video for time that can be included next time!

[@moneygrabbercodswollop8133]

@@ThemeParkStopMore of your videos is not a bad thing, trust me. I will wish my hardest for more videos from me

[@BobbyBeaut]

@@ThemeParkStopyes please!!!

[@jonathanmowbray923]

@@ThemeParkStop I mean, I literally watched your video 5 minutes after you posted it and completely stopped watching whatever I had on, so yeah, I’d watch it! Lol

[@louisianimal24]

I watch them all bro. My hype can’t be contained!

[@kentslocum]

As theming elements start to appear, the sheer size and scale of Epic Universe is starting to sink in.

[@guytkoepp69]

Your coverage of this project is far and away the best. keeep up the great work.

[@ThemeParkStop]

THANK YOU!!

[@whimsyxox]

YES! We love the consistency and thoroughness :) anytime content from another creator comes up covering this topic, it's gonna be info already covered here!!

[@ParkTwister]

Back when Epic was announced Dragons was near the bottom of my most anticipated lands to see. Now, it's what I'm looking forward to the most! Love everything the Creative Team is doing to bring this area to life.

[@solcarlosofficial]

For how to train your dragon im surprised the didn’t do a ride like flight of passage at animal Kingdom but you fly the dragon. I’m assuming universal heard the critic that we don’t want more screen based rides.

[@njdotson]

I think people have been going to universal for the rollercoasters though. That sets it apart from disney and you can see rhen trying to increase their rollercoaster collection with recent additions. They just put a coaster in instead of a simulator

[@kieran8792]

@@njdotsonyeah that’s exactly what I was thinking too. That’s the reason I for one prefer it. Also HHN.

[@bensalisbury6535]

Totally agreed

[@EPiche09]

We wouldn’t want too many screens. Disney has taken that.

[@liamcollinson5695]

I do kind of wish we got a new flying coaster similar to fly but with a how to train your dragon theme

[@ikkishun]

The construction crews are working fast and doing a fantastic job. It's so exciting to see their progress!

[@cass.ettetape]

I cannot describe how excited I am for this!

[@ThemeParkPassion]

Whenever I see you uploaded a new video my entire life pauses for the duration of the video lol. It doesn’t matter what I am doing at the time, it can wait.

[@jennydorrance1884]

Everything in this park is so huge it looks small without anything to compare it to lol. I keep seeing the construction equipment next to the buildings and have to remember they aren't toys

[@Nickelodeon_5_1_9]

It’s crazy to see how much this park has grown.

[@cammysan]

WOW! This is a massive update video! There's been so much progress this past month. Thank you, Alicia, for your work in providing us with peeks into the permits and for compiling Bio's photos.

[@deltonabf]

As usual, beautifully written, produced and voiced!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thank you so so much!!

[@mmmeeeeehhhhhhhh]

I was at Universal last week and was able to drive by the Epic Universe site, and these picture do not do it justice on how amazing the hotels are looking. I cannot wait to head into Epic Universe once it opens.

[@MischiefsChild]

Blows my mind when I go back and watch old Epic update videos Can’t believe we’re almost there!

[@reddcube]

Wow so much going on at Epic Universe. To take it all in, I need a stare at the overview photo for a while.

[@JFrombaugh]

You know one thing I think would be cool? If they did something similar to Cosmic Rewind's queue & did a video series where various Universal IP characters travel to Celestial Park via the portals and talk about what they think guests will enjoy. Imagine Ron Weasley & Rosalina being interviewed about their rides on Starfall Racers. Or Astrid discussing the best dishes at the Oak & Star Tavern. Or a Pokemon Trainer & their Eevee watching one of the park's water fountain shows.

[@JudgeDunfeeTheParkitecter]

That would be hilarious. They should talk about old rides for people who went more in the 90’s like JAWS, Kong, Back to the Future, Barney, Nickelodeon, Hitchcock and Hanna Barbera

[@m1lk0meda]

Starfall racers looks incredible with that landscaping. I can't wait to see the rest of the park reach that level.

[@Cowgirlfrom_Hell]

Gosh my excitement is just growing with each update! The workers amaze me with getting shit done

[@joshcurtiss8071]

great job Alicia! Looking forward to checking this park out when it opens in 2025

[@jessbess394]

I lovveee the long form update videos! Every single detail makes me happy, thanks for the hard work!

[@StarDolphin]

thank you for making these video, it's been so cool watching epic universe get built.

[@birdflox1337]

I don't live anywhere near here so I'll probably never get to see this park in person, but watching these videos and seeing the whole place take shape is awesome. Especially can't wait to see outdoor theming progress in the DK area.

[@taylerjones2986]

The drone technology sounds amazing. I can't wait

[@nicholasdemartino1096]

I love watching these videos. It's no fluff, just content.

[@TiredFerret]

Those tiles on the hotels look so cool, I just hope they don't confuse birds too much. ^^"

[@claudezilla]

Lets Go So ready

[@robertpolk9910]

Correction...Epic Universe is far ahead of schedule of their "Summer 2025 AT THE LATEST opening". Their employee hiring & training schedule shows they intend to be FULLY open by early Spring 2025, possibly even earlier. They couldn't risk having supply chain issues or not enough staff fully trained so they announced their Summer time frame to give them a huge buffer if needed...but the official press release says Summer 2025 at the latest, NOT Summer 2025 at the earliest. The Kirkman Rd. extension is still on track to be completed around its October 2024 schedule, and that was the ONE thing that has to be done before they can open EU. Seriously, look at how much they have already completed and how much more they can finish by one year from today. The park will be fully landscaped before Summer 2024, and they will only be finishing off dark rides and shows after that. We could see technical rehearsals start before Christmas 2024. The people I know in Florida who work at that site say the park is still 4-5 months ahead of a Summer 2025 opening. They were told they wouldn't be working there anymore by Winter of 24/25.

[@christinebainbridge8774]

If they really do have extra time and can squeeze in a bonus ride, that would be amazing.

[@Josh-of8ro]

Super great to know!!

[@platonymous]

This is what i've heard from TM's even aiming at a late 2024 opening early 2025

[@robertpolk9910]

I suspect technical rehearsals and soft openings will start for the holidays of 2024. It's the best way to get everyone trained when you have actual customers in the park even if it's only one third to half full. They could do 90 days of rehearsals with season pass holders and family members and then fully open with one or two of the hotels open by late Jan 2025 or late Mar 2025.@@platonymous

[@beddingfieldcoasters5778]

I watch many Epic Universe construction update videos from many different channels, but I can confirm that yours have the best commentary of the bunch.

[@blakegoff1739]

Ah man, 2025 can't get here fast enough! Epic Universe is truly shaping up to be EPIC!! I'm actually excited to see all 4 of the lands, and I've never even seen How to Train Your Dragon 😀 Thanks for the update!

[@l.c.8798]

These updates are fantastic! Thanks for doing them! 🎉

[@simtanic8]

The excitement I have for this park is so great... I'm CRYING! This coverage of the park is so detailed and you might even say, EPIC! lol

[@dlfendel2844]

TRULY spectacular! Thanks SO much for you informed, insightful hard work on these!

[@jenniferwithani2455]

Finally something goes right today. Thank you, Alicia, for turning this poopy day into a good one! I love an Epic update!!!

[@ThemeParkStop]

I’m so glad you liked the video!

[@CruisinBen]

You’re amazing and you do such a good job with these ❤

[@MrBranch69]

Lovin’ this update Alicia - your narrative is on point as always!👍thank you!!

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thank you!!

[@missaamane8580]

Seeing a brand new park being built is fascinating

[@adam_franklin]

The park is really coming together. Bummed so much expansion space is wasted on the helios hotel. Dragon land keeps getting crazier with all the detail!

[@bunkerboy02]

What a colossal engineering and logistical project this is. Wow!

[@anw1979]

I think for transportation from Universal to Epic, there should be something similar to Disney's skyliner but the cars should be designed to be like the Weasleys' flying car. The route would go between Harry Potter worlds like the train currently does between Universal and Islands.

[@masontrout2605]

This is the best Epic Universe update yet! Just so much stuff to see! I am beyond excited for Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. And I really hope they stick with that name, cause it rocks!

[@oliviab4079]

Absolutely wild to see such a huge park being put together in real time! Loving all these update vids!!

[@briantoogood8928]

Of all the channels covering Epic Universe yours is easily the highest quality. Thank you!

[@Kev-O33]

Dragons is gonna be sooo immersive! each area is gonna be so themed your gonna walk inside and forget your in a Universal park

[@The_Law_Of_Attractions]

Park hasn’t opened yet and I’m already so excited about possible expansions in the 2 big land expansion pads haha. Would love to see Star Trek and lord of the rings.

[@The_Law_Of_Attractions]

If fully built out with all expansions we are talking about a park with over a dozen table service restaurants, and Harry Potter, Super Mario, Dragons, Monsters, and possible LOTR lands. 20 rides one day? Also very curious about if the hub has any room for additional rides? Im very glad that the hub is getting some rides

[@christinebainbridge8774]

There's a facade beside the water restaurant that I really want to be a hub ride for phase two!

[@Lorena-OT7]

Thank you so much Alicia for always keeping us updated ❤ I can’t wait to ride the coasters

[@johnashcraft1675]

I just want to live in Super Nintendo World and Monsters. That show building for The Ministry is just massive though.

[@christinebainbridge8774]

Part of me is really hoping there is an area before the queue in there where you can sit and walk around at leisure, would be so cool to just relax in the Ministry lobby.

[@stevebaker9420]

Your updates are the best! Thank you so much for building a platform to keep the excitement level sky high!

[@unlocking_universal]

Drove over there this weekend and got so excited!!!

[@bdbdbd774]

Thank you so much for the update, and I LOVE the scoop you [always get] got in 🥰

[@Nargon46]

Oh yeah, it's all comin' together

[@TigressUnicorn]

I can't tell you how excited I am for Epic Universe!!! I love the classic monsters getting their own land, and really hope it is fabulous, they deserve it! 2026 is my aim to return to Florida, and this is my first stop!!!

[@andyvalencia4578]

Thank you Alicia! As always, the very BEST! We love your updates and can’t wait for the next one 😊

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thanks!

[@AHeroicGuy]

This guy is by far the best KZbinr when it comes to Epic Universe updates, the amount of detail he gives is crazy - keep up the good work, dude!

[@jbballmax]

I agree, she is fantastic. Alicia does a great job giving us all the details. I love listening to her videos.

[@guyinftl]

A(nother) Masterpiece - thank you for your amazing research and comprehensive production! Always looking forward to it :)

[@ThemeParkStop]

Thanks!

[@AbbieWillett]

Another fantastic update ❤

[@josiericaro3347]

Wow its really starting to come alive! I love the updates !!

[@velvetwaterband]

Great video!!!

[@cinnamonsugar2011]

As much as I love Disney The speed of this parks construction is INSANE

[@franklintheturtle]

Youre videos always bring me si much joy. I cannot tell you how many times ive had a bad day, put your platlist on just relax

[@ThemeParkStop]

That’s so wonderful to hear, thank you!

[@corneliusphilistines]

What a video ! Thanks a lot for your amazing work on this project

[@Illumineerkingdom]

Don't worry, Disney, your themed walkway, and Splash Hill re-skin should keep you relevant.

[@OrcBaneScape]

Best coverage! So ready to stay and visit!

[@michaelcutler9236]

Thanks for the update on the extended Kirkman Road

[@ThatParkPlace]

Your analysis is amazing!

[@coastermadab]

A skyfly with lap bars... I like that A LOT.

[@andrewsheldon6038]

The videos you create are elevating a level of excitement within me that I can’t contain!

[@robertgray1756]

Superbly building the excitement with these updates.

[@wrc5557]

Great update as always - thanks for all the research and in pulling it together! I don't even bother to watch other Epic Universe construction updates any more!

[@batshevanivylerner8582]

words fail me. The progress is insane. And the park is insane.

[@karppadiem7014]

This is just such a fascinating process. Thanks for sharing it with us. ❤

[@nascub]

Thank you for making this informative content. ❤

[@kenttate9530]

Always excited to catch your new videos. Keep it up

[@ciscoduncan1490]

Can’t wait for this park. It’s gonna be AWESOME! You thought I was gonna say epic huh?!! 😂😆 So much theming! Just what I love. Love your content and information. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@rindordrums]

Great stuff! Love to see the progress! Thank you!

[@stevencoppola9556]

Love the video. Very cool. Man that mind cart ride is such a good idea

[@netlinimp510]

thank you for a great voice and well defined video...

[@scottrousseau496]

AS always. Amazing coverage. Thank you!

[@AlexShannon]

EVERYONE SIT DOWN, NEW EPIC UNIVERSE MEGA UPDATE IS OUT

[@derekbrown6832]

Hi, from the UK. Now, this is how you build a theme park. You gotta hand it to Universal, they don't hang about, ha. Can't believe the rate of construction going on, it's mind blowing.

[@ABritTravels]

Amazing update as always! Thanks Alicia and Bio 🎉

[@SondicoDenann]

Construction has moved along at a truly rapid pace!

[@terri_blueberri]

This is looking so unbelievably impressive!

[@funnythings2926]

Thanks for another great vid!!

[@AmusementLabs]

Looks great. My only nitpik is that on HtTYD the boards on the ground are too perfectly straight. Everything else has a handmade look, the floor boards look too manufactured. There shouldn't be a single straight board and there should be knots and dark patches all over them if they want it too look natural.

[@jmcflorida3596]

Thoroughly enjoying your fantastic updates, as a pass holder. , Can’t wait to see it.

[@sparkasaurusdonna]

I sure do appreciate your videos!

[@thepositivegs9575]

Great content, thanks for the updates. I am always looking forward to these. Keep up the amazing work!!!

[@kimgrod]

Thanks 4 this update

[@Zodia195]

I bet Universal is going to invite Nintendo big guns to this park before it opens. Imagine Charles Martinet, Miyamoto, Reggie, and Doug coming here?

[@dermot864]

Damn how to train your dragon land is truly EPIC ! Awesome decision ! Universal !

[@Svepo38]

Monstertreffen (Monstermeeting) makes sense for a meet&greet.

[@acc5685]

W, got here at 3 minutes

[@AudreyMealiff]

This is just incredible!!!!

[@paulpop9775]

Disney World had better up it's game. This literally is just pure awesomeness. Classic on top of Classic in multiple themed areas. What could Moana, Zootopia or Encanto even offer compared to this? Worth noting: the only thing The Walt Disney Co. builds at speed are DVC resorts.

[@arjanverkerk2182]

Good video your a pro,greets from Amsterdam the netherlands 🇳🇱