Universal Orlando reveals details of its DARK UNIVERSE theme park with concept art

Universal Pictures’ Dark universe it may have been a short-lived experiment with movies, but they’re taking it all the way with a new theme park attraction at Universal Orlando.

Universal epic universe is a new multi-world experience coming to Universal Orlando in 2025. The “Dark Universe” is one of five massive worlds in the experience, and today we have all the details and concept art to share with you!

It looks like it’s going to be a great experience, especially for horror movie fans! The press release offers the following details:

“She’s alive! She’s alive!” Next year, Universal – the pioneer of the horror genre – will bring its timeless monsters into the modern day with the debut of Dark Universe – one of five immersive worlds featured in the all-new Universal Epic Universe opening in 2025.

The most mysterious world at Universal Orlando’s newest theme park, this fascinating new land will envelop guests in monstrous adventures through various attractions, shops, restaurants and character meet and greets that will thrill everyone from families to fans of classic monsters.

Created by the award-winning Universal creative team in collaboration with Universal Pictures, Dark Universe blends the iconic stories of otherworldly legends such as Dracula, The Wolf Man, Frankenstein’s Monster, The Bride of Frankenstein and more with a new generation of monsters and characters, included Dr. Victoria Frankenstein – the great-granddaughter of the infamous Henry Frankenstein who continued his wrong experiments.

While guests adventure Dark Land – the devastated village within the Dark Universe – will meet the characters and subjects of those experiments within a one-of-a-kind theme park that offers family-friendly fun while pushing the limits of intensity in a way that only Universal could achieve.

WELCOME TO DARKMOOR

The journey into the Dark Universe begins the moment guests enter its electrifying portal, which harnesses the dark energy of Darkmoor. As soon as guests set foot inside, that same energy will pulse throughout the village and connect atop Frankenstein Manor, the towering focal point of the Dark Universe.

Hidden within the city’s blackened stone walls, guests will embark on unique adventures where they can apply makeup to look like their favorite monsters, cruise through the woods aboard an exciting family coaster, enjoy unique restaurants, enter Frankenstein Manor for take on Universal Orlando’s most spine-chilling ride ever, and more.

Here’s more information about the thrilling yet disturbing attractions and entertainment experiences that await visitors to Dark Universe:

Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment – Universal Orlando’s most terrifying attraction, this state-of-the-art dark ride takes guests deep into the catacombs of Frankenstein Manor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein conducts her twisted experiments.

In a vain demonstration of his genius, he invites guests into his laboratory to witness a demonstration of his ability to control monsters, but his plans go awry when his attempts to control the most dangerous of monsters, Dracula, fail, unleashing a horde of raging monsters. monsters.

Guests are then thrown into an intense race through the darkness as they try to escape the clutches of the Wolfman, the Mummy, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Brides of Dracula and others.

The Curse of the Werewolf – Deep in the woods that lie on the edge of Darkmoor, guests will find Curse of the Werewolf, a family-friendly revolving coaster inspired by “The Wolf Man.”

Guests will enter the Mystic’s Guild camp where they will be greeted by Maleva, the omniscient seer and leader of the guild, who warns them that they bear the mark of the werewolf.

The guests then board a wagon and venture into the forest, racing to escape the werewolves before they become themselves.

Darkmoor monster makeup experience – Guests of all ages can become fashionable monsters by wearing elaborate face paint and temporary tattoos at the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience.

Here, monster makers have converted Doctor Pretorius’ infamous old laboratory into a parlor to carry on the spirit of his mad experiments, and skilled craftsmen use their talents to transform guests’ outward appearances so they can show off their fandom for Universal Monsters.

• Meet monsters – There’s always someone… or something… looming in the shadows of the Dark Universe, including Monsters who are eager to meet and greet everyone from children to adults, including Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s Monster and the ‘fascinating Bride of Frankenstein.

Guests will also encounter other unusual inhabitants wandering the eerie village, including Victoria Frankenstein’s servant Ygor, the Invisible Man, an eccentric monster hunter, and a talented musician who entertains guests with songs and tales of the classics. Universal Monsters stories.

Guests can also sink their teeth into delicious dishes and purchase brand-new merchandise and apparel during their visit to Dark Universe at highly themed restaurants and retail outlets, including:

• Das Stakehaus – The creepiest restaurant in Darkmoor, this establishment is a dining hall run by vampire “familiars” who size up unsuspecting patrons to be part of the vampire feast. Surrounded by artwork and artifacts depicting the history of the village’s creatures of the night, guests can enjoy a menu of kebabs, burgers, sandwiches and more.

• The Tavern of Burning Blades – Although the windmill blades continue to periodically burn and flame, the monster hunters of Darkmoor have turned this fiery old mill into their favorite haunt.

While enjoying a menu of burgers, chicken wings, bratwursts, pretzels and specialty drinks, guests will hear the tales of the infamous “Hounds” – vainglorious hunters from beyond Darkmoor – all while surrounded by an impressive display of monster heads they consider their “trophies”. “

De Lacey’s cottage – Near Frankenstein Manor is De Lacey’s Cottage food stand, where the original Frankenstein’s monster once received sustenance and friendship.

Here guests can find a variety of snacks and fresh treats such as cinnamon bread, ice cream, chips and more.

Guests can take home a piece of the immortal world of Dark Universe with commemorative merchandise and mementos from outlets like Pretorius’ scientific oddities.

To prepare for the thrills and thrills that await in Dark Universe, guests can now purchase a variety of new merchandise themed to the new land, including apparel, accessories and more. The collection is available for a limited time and can be purchased at the Universal Epic Universe Preview Center at Universal CityWalk and at shop.universalorlando.com.

Stay tuned: more details about the Universal Epic Universe will be revealed in the coming months.