Universal Orlando’s third theme park, the first since the introduction of Islands of Adventure in 1999, is now officially open.

For decades, Universal Orlando Resort was a pit stop on a vacationer’s way to the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” Walt Disney World. Now, NBCUniversal owner Comcast aims to rewrite the travel itinerary with Epic Universe,

After six years in development, Universal’s long-anticipated Epic Universe theme park officially opened its gates Thursday, marking the first major new park to launch in Orlando in more than two decades.

Theme park takes advantage of leaps in high-tech advances and presents 21st century interactive experiences to guests.

Universal Orlando's highly anticipated new theme park opens with five worlds featuring 50 attractions (including 11 rides!) May 22

Gene Park, Washington Post reporter covering video games and video gaming culture joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down Super Nintendo World, Mario and Donkey Kong creator Shigeru Miyamoto's visit to Orlando and background creating Super Nintendo World and the cultural impact of the land at Epic Universe.

Venture into the mysterious Dark Universe, where legendary monsters await. The eerie Village of Darkmoor gives guests the chance to explore the chilling world of timeless characters like Dracula and Frankenstein. Dine at Das Stakehaus, a dining hall run by vampire “familiars” serving up delicious kebabs and burgers.