Universal Orlando Unveils Plans for Epic Universe, a $6 Billion Theme Park of the Future In a highly anticipated move, Universal Orlando is set to break ground on its ambitious new theme park, Epic Universe, which promises to revolutionize the industry with its cutting-edge technology and immersive experiences. According to The Telegraph, the $6 billion investment is the largest earmarked by Universal in 25 years, underscoring the company's commitment to creating a truly epic destination for thrill seekers and fans of popular franchises.
Located on a 750-acre site two miles south of its current two theme parks, Epic Universe will be separated by a newly constructed road with its own bus lanes, as part of a $301 million infrastructure project. The park's architecturally-stunning design is slated to feature three new hotels, including the luxurious Helios Grand Hotel... which will be nestled seamlessly within the park.
The Telegraph reports that Comcast, the owner of Universal, spared no expense in creating "the most high-tech, ambitious theme park ever created". Epic Universe will boast a range of record-breaking attractions, including enhanced animatronics, AI-powered interactions, and spatial audio technology that will transport visitors into the worlds of their favorite movies and TV shows.
The park will feature five distinct lands, each designed to recreate the magic of blockbuster franchises such as Harry Potter, "Jurassic Park.".. and Universal Monsters. According to a recent report by The Telegraph, a 170% increase in sales was recorded when ticket sales for the park went ___ in late October, with a single day of sales exceeding £4 million. The park's designers and engineers have poured their hearts and souls into creating immersive experiences that will appeal to fans of all ages.
By utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality and AI, "Epic Universe is set to set a new standard for theme park entertainment." According to industry insiders, the park's attention to detail and commitment to immersion will make visitors feel like they are indeed "in" the movies. As one insider noted, "Epic Universe is poised to take the theme park experience to new heights".
Augmented reality; enhanced animatronics; AI-powered interactions; spatial audio technology; roller-coasters and monsters – lots of monsters. This is the recipe for Universal Orlando's new theme park Epic Universe, a mix of cutting-edge tech and old-fashioned thrills that are set to wow visitors from May 22 next year.
And it promises to be truly, well, epic. It certainly ought to be: Universal owners Comcast won't get much change out of its near-$6 billion (about £4.7 billion) investment in its third Orlando theme park, which is taking shape amid a sweeping self-contained 750-acre site that more than doubles the company's Central Florida footprint. Studded with three new hotels, including the spectacular Helios Grand Hotel which is effectively inside the park, Epic Universe is Comcast's biggest project in 25 years and its unabashed intention is to grab a sizeable piece of Florida's theme-park action.
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