Universal,..you need to be "careful" on this. "IF" you "know" an attraction will NOT be ready on opening day,..(like Harry Potter),...you need to NEED to tell people right now. People are spending alot of money on tickets and flying there from all over the country. You need to put any attraction that is "expected" not be ready on notice to these people today. It's OK if it's not ready,...but only if you TELL people in advance. If people want a refund, you need to give that to them now....long before opening day.
@@CLIFFLIX I don't think they would have announced an opening date if they thought major parts of the park were not going to be ready. Still a lot that can happen in six months, though.
@@vamoscruceros - I think you are right but I have heard rumors that the Harry Potter "ride" itself might not be ready in time. I think Universal is under ENORMOUS pressure to get this park on-line and making money right at the beginning of the summer theme-park season. They have dumped a gaZillion dollars into this and they NEEEEED to start getting that money back ASAP. Hopefully 100% of this park will be fully operational on opening day.
The intangible at Epic is all of the interactive areas and walk around challenges. They aren't counted as an actual attraction, but a TON of people will be pulled away from attraction lines to play with power bands, wizard wands, and baby dragons (haven't heard of any interactive devices for Monsters but it could happen there too)!
@capthemagic , my wife and I have talked about wanting to spend a day just admiring the fountains and flowers and nature park setting... those points said, this park will be busy, I'm sure!
@@davidpurvee9225 Agree. Universal has been citing 50 experiences in their marketing. The interactive experiences in Super Nintendo World and Ministry of Magic will be popular, not to mention very profitable with all of the wand and power-up band sales. Don't forget about the character meet-and-greet opportunities, especially in Isle of Berk and Dark Universe.
I’m a bit concerned about Universal’s comparison of HS capacity with EU. It seems like attraction ideas is overlooking some important factors. I understand that there are valid concerns about the operational efficiency of EU, but I really hope Universal will make every effort to ensure that this park is as polished and ready for opening day as possible. It’s their flagship park, and they can’t afford to deliver an unfinished product.
It'll have its issues on opening day. This park is slightly behind in certain areas. The park is supposed to be finished by the end of the year and I'm not confident that's gonna happen.
I believe they will, like I said in the video as well, they will have a long time to test our these rides and then even more testing with soft openings as well
This is in regard to the DK ride, But I think Universal is going to be watching the wait times in Japan very closely. This will let them know what to aspect in the Florida park.
As far as capacity, is Universal trying to challenge Magic Kingdom and Disneyland for the attendance crown? If so the capacity would need to be at least 60,000 guests/day.
I think that's an ultimate goal, but not sure if they are swinging for that to start. They still have several expansion pads at Epic that will help increase capacity to those levels.
I would like to know the capacity as well. Magic Kingdom is 107 acres so Epic is similar in size but MK has a TON of attractions that allows them to have a high capacity
Living in Florida, it does rain but it’s typically in quick spurts and if there is lighting in the area they will shut down outdoor attractions but open them back up quickly
@9:09 Universal announced on askEpic about express passes for EU... Q: Are there Express Pass products available for Universal Epic Universe? A: Express Passes for Universal Epic Universe will be launched at a later date before the park opens. More details will be announced closer to the launch of these products. It looks like Express Passes will be offered. Personally I believe if you've booked a premium stay you should *at least* be offered discounted EP's. Considering it's one of the perks/selling points for paying more $$ for your stay. Included Express unlimited for staying in one of their 'premium' resorts shouldn't end for the new park. I mean come on, that's bootie.
I’m hoping we might be able to score a spot with a passholder preview. Just need all the planets to line up first lol. We did soft opening day for Legoland NY and gave a lot of feedback on our way out. Going back a few months later we could see them implementing some of the suggestions (more shade/benches was a big one). I think Universal would be even quicker to fix any hiccups that arise during the soft opening. My son (13) and nephew (10) absolutely LOVE Hagrids and are willing to wait 2+ hours (without phones) to ride.
This is ultimately what they are trying to do with the whole portal system. You are encouraged to enter one of the lands and really immerse yourself into everything each one has to offer rather than run from ride to ride all over the place.
I feel like Celestial part of the park needs another ride or two. I'm afraid there isn't much to do in the middle of the park if you're not either a coaster fan or a merry go round fan.
There is also a ton of food and shopping areas as part of that area as well though. It serves as the central hub and a land with a few rides is sorta the way I look at it
If you go on opening day and expect things to be all working your in for a huge surprise. It's a brand new theme park with new tech. Things will go wrong. But can it be worse than Disney?? I mean look at Tiana and the so called Epcot upgrades?
Universal,..you need to be "careful" on this. "IF" you "know" an attraction will NOT be ready on opening day,..(like Harry Potter),...you need to NEED to tell people right now. People are spending alot of money on tickets and flying there from all over the country. You need to put any attraction that is "expected" not be ready on notice to these people today. It's OK if it's not ready,...but only if you TELL people in advance. If people want a refund, you need to give that to them now....long before opening day.
Agreed
100% agree with you!
@@CLIFFLIX I don't think they would have announced an opening date if they thought major parts of the park were not going to be ready. Still a lot that can happen in six months, though.
@@vamoscruceros - I think you are right but I have heard rumors that the Harry Potter "ride" itself might not be ready in time. I think Universal is under ENORMOUS pressure to get this park on-line and making money right at the beginning of the summer theme-park season. They have dumped a gaZillion dollars into this and they NEEEEED to start getting that money back ASAP. Hopefully 100% of this park will be fully operational on opening day.
Absolutely
The intangible at Epic is all of the interactive areas and walk around challenges. They aren't counted as an actual attraction, but a TON of people will be pulled away from attraction lines to play with power bands, wizard wands, and baby dragons (haven't heard of any interactive devices for Monsters but it could happen there too)!
Very valid point
@capthemagic , my wife and I have talked about wanting to spend a day just admiring the fountains and flowers and nature park setting... those points said, this park will be busy, I'm sure!
@@davidpurvee9225 Agree. Universal has been citing 50 experiences in their marketing. The interactive experiences in Super Nintendo World and Ministry of Magic will be popular, not to mention very profitable with all of the wand and power-up band sales.
Don't forget about the character meet-and-greet opportunities, especially in Isle of Berk and Dark Universe.
I’m a bit concerned about Universal’s comparison of HS capacity with EU. It seems like attraction ideas is overlooking some important factors. I understand that there are valid concerns about the operational efficiency of EU, but I really hope Universal will make every effort to ensure that this park is as polished and ready for opening day as possible. It’s their flagship park, and they can’t afford to deliver an unfinished product.
It'll have its issues on opening day. This park is slightly behind in certain areas. The park is supposed to be finished by the end of the year and I'm not confident that's gonna happen.
I believe they will, like I said in the video as well, they will have a long time to test our these rides and then even more testing with soft openings as well
This is in regard to the DK ride, But I think Universal is going to be watching the wait times in Japan very closely. This will let them know what to aspect in the Florida park.
Ya, I would also assume they know the ride capacity of it but I’m sure that will be a great test run of sorts for Epic as well
As far as capacity, is Universal trying to challenge Magic Kingdom and Disneyland for the attendance crown? If so the capacity would need to be at least 60,000 guests/day.
I think that's an ultimate goal, but not sure if they are swinging for that to start. They still have several expansion pads at Epic that will help increase capacity to those levels.
I would like to know the capacity as well. Magic Kingdom is 107 acres so Epic is similar in size but MK has a TON of attractions that allows them to have a high capacity
@@vamoscruceros i think MK is 80+k - at least it was back when CM's seemed to know what the capacity of the parks were
If they have revolutionary new ride systems, there is the possibility of numerous ride closures
Very possible
Audio was much better this time around! Great video. Been enjoying your content a lot lately!
Good to hear. Using some new software so tweaking it a bit as I go along
He brings up good points but but if Hollywood studios is about the same amount of rides, i think it's pretty easy to get an idea of crowds.
I want to go so bad to Epic but I don’t have the money now. 😭
Weather could be a concern. A lot of stuff outdoors. Florida is the lightning capital of the world.
Dark Universe will probably be awesome in the rain.
Living in Florida, it does rain but it’s typically in quick spurts and if there is lighting in the area they will shut down outdoor attractions but open them back up quickly
theres plenty of indoor attractions tho if it does rain. Mario Kart, Ministry, Monsters as well as the two shows.
@9:09 Universal announced on askEpic about express passes for EU...
Q: Are there Express Pass products available for Universal Epic Universe?
A: Express Passes for Universal Epic Universe will be launched at a later date before the park opens. More details will be announced closer to the launch of these products.
It looks like Express Passes will be offered. Personally I believe if you've booked a premium stay you should *at least* be offered discounted EP's. Considering it's one of the perks/selling points for paying more $$ for your stay. Included Express unlimited for staying in one of their 'premium' resorts shouldn't end for the new park. I mean come on, that's bootie.
I’m hoping we might be able to score a spot with a passholder preview. Just need all the planets to line up first lol. We did soft opening day for Legoland NY and gave a lot of feedback on our way out. Going back a few months later we could see them implementing some of the suggestions (more shade/benches was a big one). I think Universal would be even quicker to fix any hiccups that arise during the soft opening. My son (13) and nephew (10) absolutely LOVE Hagrids and are willing to wait 2+ hours (without phones) to ride.
I also feel that it’s not all about the rides, there is immersion there too
This is ultimately what they are trying to do with the whole portal system. You are encouraged to enter one of the lands and really immerse yourself into everything each one has to offer rather than run from ride to ride all over the place.
12:17 so...an average day in the virtual queue at gideons, or the last day of splash mountain...
LOL
I feel like Celestial part of the park needs another ride or two. I'm afraid there isn't much to do in the middle of the park if you're not either a coaster fan or a merry go round fan.
There is also a ton of food and shopping areas as part of that area as well though. It serves as the central hub and a land with a few rides is sorta the way I look at it
My only opening day concern is people not having opening day expectations. 😅
Which we both know most people wont have lol
I'm gonna say one thing: rain season
If you go on opening day and expect things to be all working your in for a huge surprise. It's a brand new theme park with new tech. Things will go wrong. But can it be worse than Disney?? I mean look at Tiana and the so called Epcot upgrades?
Very true, like I said I always tend to hope for the best but expect maybe not the worst but things to happen lol
Epic is opening with express