{"id":242706,"date":"2026-04-23T02:42:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T02:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/242706\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T02:42:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T02:42:14","slug":"this-universal-update-could-mean-big-changes-are-coming-to-epic-universe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/242706\/","title":{"rendered":"This Universal Update Could Mean BIG Changes Are Coming to Epic Universe"},"content":{"rendered":"

We just got word of a Universal<\/a> update that could potentially have important implications for the future operation of Epic Universe<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Celestial Park<\/p>\n

Universal has begun using Photo Validation for entry at their other parks, and even for the lockers within Epic Universe. However, this update confirms that Universal will be expanding the use of Photo Validation at Epic. Here\u2019s everything we know so far.<\/p>\n

Now, before we get into all the details, what exactly is Photo Validation? Essentially, this is a system in which your face is scanned upon park entry or at the lockers, and that is your ticket. This eliminates the need for a physical or digital ticket.<\/p>\n

\"\"Locker<\/p>\n

On the surface this seems like a normal update, Universal is going to start implementing Photo Validation upon entry. However, that\u2019s not what\u2019s happening. Instead this update from Universal states that they will be using Photo Validation at each portal.<\/p>\n

\"\"Super Nintendo World portal<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019re thinking, but you don\u2019t need a ticket to get into the portals, can\u2019t you just walk right in? You\u2019re right, Universal has never required you to show a ticket to get in the portals, so this is where things get interesting.<\/p>\n

\"\"Isle of Berk Portal<\/p>\n

On the Universal website, it states that the portal Photo Validation will be used, \u201cTo keep your passage easy, you can use Photo Validation for Effortless Entry whenever Virtual Line return times are being used.\u201d However, at this point a \u201cVirtual Line\u201d system has not been used.<\/p>\n

\"\"Dark Universe Portal<\/p>\n

This suggests that Universal is expecting a spike in attendance that could require Virtual Lines to get the portals at a manageable level in the future. We can think of two potential reasons as to why Universal is expecting this spike.<\/p>\n

\"\"Epic Universe<\/p>\n

First, the summer crowds are right around the corner, and we know Orlando gets extremely busy when school gets out. So Universal could potentially start using this system to keep those summer crowds under control.<\/p>\n

\"\"Crowds!<\/p>\n

Second,\u00a0 this could potentially mean that the Epic Universe Annual Passes<\/a> everyone has been hoping and waiting for might be coming, and with the implementation of Annual Passes, this could mean larger crowds!<\/p>\n

\"\"Crowds<\/p>\n

Either way, it is still unclear exactly what this update will mean for the future of Epic Universe. However, we will make sure to keep you informed of any news with the Photo Validation system or Virtual Lines and let you know how it could potentially impact your trip if anything changes.<\/p>\n

\"\"Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic<\/p>\n

We always make sure to update on all Universal and Disney news, so follow All Ears so you never miss out on anything!<\/p>\n

Click here for more Epic Universe news!<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

What do you think of this Epic Universe news? Let us know in the comments!<\/p>\n

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