Overview

• Universal’s official materials and event map confirm the Orlando house lets guests choose a dry path or a soaking “Blood Bath” finale, while Hollywood’s version is designed to drench everyone.
• Lora Sauls of Universal Orlando says the attraction uses the most water effects yet and multiple potent scents, including odors meant to evoke bleach and feces.
• People interviewed Art the Clown actor David Howard Thornton, who advised Orlando guests taking the wet path to bring a poncho and said Hollywood attendees should expect to be “drenched.”
• During an August 26 team‑member preview in Orlando, eyewitnesses reported a guest slip and flooding that led operations to temporarily close the house; outlets noted Universal had not issued an official statement.
• Behind‑the‑scenes previews detail practical, high‑impact touches such as a prop sensor that can trigger a blood drench and roaming performers portraying Art the Clown, underscoring the house’s marquee status this season.