• The new WDWMAGIC iOS app is here!
    Stay up to date with the latest Disney news, photos, and discussions right from your iPhone. The app is free to download and gives you quick access to news articles, forums, photo galleries, park hours, weather and Lightning Lane pricing. Learn More
  • Welcome to the WDWMAGIC.COM Forums!
    Please take a look around, and feel free to sign up and join the community.

Universal Epic Universe (South Expansion Complex) - Now Open!

Jayspency

Jayspency

Well-Known Member
In the Parks
No
J

J4546

Well-Known Member
looks cool but the using small seatbelts makes me think this wont be a very "intense" ride, not that thats a bad thing imo. And after Gringotts being a huge let down imo, im still gonna wait and see if the ride is as good as the que
 
UNCgolf

UNCgolf

Well-Known Member
ToTBellHop said:
That’s a stunning queue. If the entire ride has this level of detail, it’s a game-changer.
Click to expand...

Gringotts and Forbidden Journey have amazing queues too; the rides don't live up to them.

It would be nice if Ministry of Magic does! I'm a little apprehensive that it's going to rely heavily on watching movies play in front of you, though, which will make it very disappointing.
 
jaxonp

jaxonp

Well-Known Member
UNCgolf said:
Gringotts and Forbidden Journey have amazing queues too; the rides don't live up to them.

It would be nice if Ministry of Magic does! I'm a little apprehensive that it's going to rely heavily on watching movies play in front of you, though, which will make it very disappointing.
Click to expand...

Forbidden Journey was considered by many to be the best attraction ever created at that time. It definitely lived up them… gringotts did not.
 
JohnD

JohnD

Well-Known Member
trr1

trr1

Well-Known Member
bioreconstruct
@bioreconstruct

Aerial overview of Epic Universe construction. Grand opening in 185 days. May 22, 2025.
1732050012330.png

Aerial photo of landscaping in progress near Chronos, the Epic Universe entrance portal.
1732050041322.png

Aerial photo of Donkey Kong Country in Epic Universe.
1732050064275.png

Aerial look across Epic Universe. From Dark Universe to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic.
1732050108497.png

Aerial photo of the portal to the Harry Potter world in Epic Universe.
1732050137954.png

Dueling Dragons in Epic Universe.(Aerial photo of Hiccup's Winged Gliders testing.)
1732050172573.png

Aerial photo of a corner in the Harry Potter world of Epic Universe.
1732050196409.png

Aerial video of current construction in Epic Universe.

Aerial look at construction of the raised traffic circle near Epic Universe.
1732050270170.png

A recent surprise in Epic Universe is that a stylized berm has been removed near Constellation Carousel. From the clearing at center of this aerial photo.
1732050307590.png

Aerial photo of the theme park side of Helios Grand Hotel at Epic Universe.
1732050333898.png
 
UNCgolf

UNCgolf

Well-Known Member
jaxonp said:
Forbidden Journey was considered by many to be the best attraction ever created at that time. It definitely lived up them… gringotts did not.
Click to expand...

I'm aware, but I never felt that way. The first time we rode it my thought was "that's it?" after reading all the praise.

It's like half of a good attraction. Way too much of it is the broom flight simulation, which is just kind of boring. I had more fun going through the queue than riding it.

It was also super unpleasant to ride last time we did... like the most jerky ride I've ever been on. It threw us all over the place and my GF's neck was actually sore the rest of the day. I know it's not always that bad, though.
 
Last edited:
MisterPenguin

MisterPenguin

President of Animal Kingdom
Premium Member
You know how everyone loves Disney's synergy by remaking their animation features into 'live action'?

Rejoice! Universal/Dreamworks is doing the same with How to Train Your Dragon next Summer. Think of the synergy with the Isle of Berk!!!

www.hollywoodreporter.com

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Teaser Trailer Reveals First Footage From Live-Action Remake

Mason Thames, Nico Parker and Gerard Butler star in Dean DeBlois' feature that hits theaters next year from Universal.
www.hollywoodreporter.com www.hollywoodreporter.com


 

Register on WDWMAGIC. This sidebar will go away, and you'll see fewer ads.

Back
Top Bottom