He added that the new park’s proximity to the Orange County Convention Center would allow the company to tap into another type of business. The new park will allow Universal to remain competitive in the Orlando market and, according to Shell, "continue to take share from other attractions in Orlando." With the addition of Epic Universe, Shell hopes visitors will be able to spend a full week at only Universal properties in Orlando. Illumination is known for franchises such as "Despicable Me" and "The Secret Life of Pets," while DreamWorks is behind "Kung Fu Panda" and How to Train Your Dragon." However, Shell's comments Monday mark the first time executives have mentioned other intellectual properties planned for Epic Universe. In fact, Super Nintendo World opened at Universal Studios Japan earlier this year and a version of the land is currently under construction at Universal Studios Hollywood in California. Universal has previously confirmed a Nintendo-based land for Orlando. “It’ll be anchored by a lot of our strong IP, including some of the Illumination and DreamWorks content, but especially Nintendo,” Shell said. In addition to Super Nintendo World, Epic Universe will have attractions based on content from Illumination and DreamWorks Animation. The executive also shared some details about the attractions that will be featured in the park. Shell’s comments came Monday during the virtual Credit Suisse Communications Conference. Universal's Orlando parks have seen strong attendance numbers even without international visitors.The park will feature attractions based on content from Nintendo, Illumination and DreamWorks Animation.The new theme park is expected to open in "a couple of years".NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell shared details about Universal's Epic Universe.
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