Overview

• Universal reported a 19% revenue lift tied to Epic Universe’s opening.
• Magic Kingdom averaged roughly 45,000–50,000 daily visitors versus about 15,000–20,000 at Epic Universe during soft-opening months.
• Epic Universe earned praise for immersive new lands and technology but struggled with frequent ride downtimes plus dining and payment issues.
• Magic Kingdom sustained smoother guest flow through faster attraction recoveries and more efficient food service.
• Across the latest comparisons, outlets concluded Magic Kingdom led the summer in crowds, revenue scale, operational efficiency, and overall guest experience.