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Review: Universal Horror Unleashed Turns Las Vegas Into a Year‑Round Scare Destination

A preview visit reports theatrical craft paired with aggressive scares inside AREA15’s immersive venue.

Overview

  • Chip and Company’s on-site review praises a permanent haunt built around four distinct houses: Universal Monsters, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer, and Scarecrow: The Reaping.
  • Scarecrow: The Reaping is singled out as the standout for its dense scares and Dust Bowl farm setting layered with fog and lurking figures.
  • Roaming performers interact closely with guests throughout themed zones, with added stage entertainment featuring Jack the Clown and Chance.
  • Food and drink are positioned as part of the experience, with venues like The Boiler Bar and Premiere House serving items such as Boiler Bread, Twisted Tater Tacos, and cocktails like the Graverobber and Severed Pear.
  • The retail store emphasizes exclusive, franchise-inspired merchandise tied to the houses, including collections for Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Universal Monsters, The Exorcist: Believer, and a selection featuring Chucky.