yes, but to be truthful, Universal and Islands of adventure kinda SUCK - i really regret buying that express unlimited pass, it was an unlimited WASTE of money
Universal: In 2025 we’re giving you a theme park with dozens of new rides and new hotels Disney: in 2025 we’re giving you 2 lounges, rethemed Test Track and closing multiple rides 👍🏻
Universal: A park with 10 new rides, 3 off which are clones from other parks, ones just a carousel, and another is a lightly themed coaster. 3 hotels, 2 of which looks like a giant lite brite.
@@tvnostalgia412 2 of those rides aren’t in the US tho, and that lightly themed coaster looks great, even if you don’t count the carousel that park is still bringing a great line up of new rides
@@tvnostalgia412 and it took Disney how many years to build Tron and that’s a clone of a ride that they already have it another park. So what is your point?
Disney management: Hmm, what do guests want the most? Definitely lounges, cruise ships, and resorts. Let’s do more of that! Plus close existing rides even though Walt specifically said “There's enough land here to hold all the ideas and plans we can possibly imagine.”
@@vcarter0723 and a carousel! 🎠. Yes because no one’s ever ridin’ a carousel before. Let’s charge 180.00 for a ticket to get in to ride a new carousel in AK
Disneys new strategy is if the area in park doesn’t generate revenue its going to be replaced. Rides that don’t sell lightening lanes or worse attractions that take guests from rides that sell lightning lanes will be removed.
I just went to Universal Studios yesterday for the first time in 23 years. The feeling was amazing seeing all the new attractions. It was almost like I had never been there before. I know this feeling will wear off as I bought an annual pass, but it was exciting to feel what it felt like to first walk into a new theme park.
So BIG Thunder Mountain will be closed while they start to close TSI and Rivers of America to start the new attraction for that area. And all the while we wait for them to announce the closing of the railroad again for several years for the expansion of the the whole back corner of the park.
Happy New Year Brayden!! 🎊 May you have a blessed and prosperous year in 2025. I’m looking forward to content on both channels. Thank you for your dedication. 💕🇨🇦
The waterpark day is a nice perk that more people should take advantage of. We did a waterpark day on our arrival. It was empty. No waits for anything. Not too tiring after a day of travel like the parks might be.
I think Disney is going to be surprised by how many people will plan that into their trip. Drop your luggage off and have a backpack with swimsuits and head to waterpark. Something to do until room is ready.
Man this video makes the “major changes” just look to clumsy, unorganized and thrown together…so crazy to watch while universal is building a multiple section themed park down the road.
You sure do get Money Shots! Love your eye. Grateful to watch. Especially, at a time when Walt Disney World has priced out this genuine Walt fans family.
While I understand the financial benefit of selling alcohol in the parks, it has detracted from the enjoyment of the parks as a family destination. I wish Disney would return to what made it so special. That being outstanding customer service, creativity, attention to details and G-rated fun.
@@mikeblenheim117 You must not have ever been in EPCOT's World Showcase during the Food and Wine Festival. In the evening, groups of loud, young adults using foul language are unavoidable. They typically have alcoholic beverages in hand.
This is the theme capital of the world,enjoy it all…There are many moving parts and closures (it’s part of the business)..ultimately, we all hope they know what they’re doing ,keep costs reasonable and family friendly
Two thumbs up for your knowledgeable, honest content…By far the best reviews …Could Disney build a new Dinosaur park in the Animal kingdom with updated animatronics and add a tribute to movies in Hollywood..(similar to the previous “great movie ride”..)?
Brandon, Disney is smart opening up more live performances with their success of DCL and the shows on board their ships. They need as much talent as they can get... not just talent but the best of it! Thanks for you reviews!
Here it is. 2025. A few new lounges, a bunch of rides closed, Test Track thanks to General Motors will reopen version 3.0, a nighttime parade. That’s about it. Universal is opening a highly themed gigantic theme park. This is Disney’s response.
Excellent to see you back, Brayden! Test Track and the construction behind BTMR are very exciting. Interesting to see what is coming with the Dinoland U.S.A. area...
I'm most bummed about it's tough to be a bug and Dinosaur operating for the last time this year, and IMO, they should move this Zootopia show to Epcot where Awesome Planet is! Also, make sure you enjoy Muppet Vision 3-D and Rock n Roller Coaster as they currently are, because who knows how much time we have with them this year! I'm even more bummed about these 2, I mean who isn't?!
@@shaneestes372 yeah supposedly Dinosaur has been pushed waaaaay back towards the end of the construction phase in hopes that can get everyone to forget about what they promise haha
@@shaneestes372 it wouldn’t hurt me as much if the Zootopia show gets canceled. I think it’s a terrible fit for the tree of life and I think they should do a different Bugs Life show that isn’t scary.
Reflections resort is being built. And it will change the fort wilderness experience. And cabins are being placed up by the settlement. I was wondering if you knew or could find out what the long term plans for the fort is? Are they going to get rid of the campground in the long term and replace with more cabis and hotels?
Most excited for Test Track. Just taking that old garbage canopy down is already a big improvement. Hope the ride changes will bring TT back to a new level.
With BTM closing for so long, lets hope we get more plus-ing than the other BTMs at existing parks- I want more than just the cool explosion at the end... Happy New Year Mickey Views!
Please expand on the hotel stay "perk". Someone flies 1000 miles from Pittsburgh, check-in time is 3:00, and THEN only get to go to the waterpark THAT day? Sounds like something that the same unintelligent WDW Marketing Dept who decided to put a birthday cake around the beautiful Cinderlla's castle OR raised all the food location prices once the Disney dining plan was implemented.
Please save Disneyland! I went there with my grandma the second year it was open. So much fun! I was barely 4 years old yet I remember it all! The best time!
🤦♂️ Gone are the days Disney was brave and bold to build rides that were original and innovative, while also building rides that captured the spirit of beloved animation. Now, IP is the only thing built. This company sucks now. I never thought I would say that as someone who grow up on Disney, and have visited Disney World many times. This company has lost its way!
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Great as always great, you didn’t mention the rivers of America demolition. Do you think that might be canceled?, It seems like a bad idea with epic opening to have a quarter of the magic kingdom fenced off
so excited for epic universe
yes, but to be truthful, Universal and Islands of adventure kinda SUCK - i really regret buying that express unlimited pass, it was an unlimited WASTE of money
@@stephenmocanu408Islands of Adventure is the best theme park in the world. It has something for everyone
Save Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom!!!
Universal: In 2025 we’re giving you a theme park with dozens of new rides and new hotels
Disney: in 2025 we’re giving you 2 lounges, rethemed Test Track and closing multiple rides 👍🏻
😂😂 but don’t worry it’ll all be rethemes and replacements not expansions except for villain land isn’t that exciting!!
Universal: A park with 10 new rides, 3 off which are clones from other parks, ones just a carousel, and another is a lightly themed coaster. 3 hotels, 2 of which looks like a giant lite brite.
@@tvnostalgia412 2 of those rides aren’t in the US tho, and that lightly themed coaster looks great, even if you don’t count the carousel that park is still bringing a great line up of new rides
@@tvnostalgia412 and it took Disney how many years to build Tron and that’s a clone of a ride that they already have it another park. So what is your point?
@@Gael-qk5gw if you're talking about the Nintendo rides they are in the US. They're in CA but everything else you said I agree with.
Disney management: Hmm, what do guests want the most?
Definitely lounges, cruise ships, and resorts. Let’s do more of that!
Plus close existing rides even though Walt specifically said “There's enough land here to hold all the ideas and plans we can possibly imagine.”
@vcarter0723 clearly Disney can't read between the lines of guests unhappy with the high ticket costs and long lines.
@@vcarter0723 and a carousel! 🎠. Yes because no one’s ever ridin’ a carousel before. Let’s charge 180.00 for a ticket to get in to ride a new carousel in AK
Disneys new strategy is if the area in park doesn’t generate revenue its going to be replaced. Rides that don’t sell lightening lanes or worse attractions that take guests from rides that sell lightning lanes will be removed.
Iger doesn’t give two hoots about Walt’s legacy and vision.
@@kivekkulat5114Gotta maximize that revenue! 🙄
Hey Brayden! Hope you’re well, glad to catch this post!
oh Brayden your presentation was exciting but the news isn't! But thank you for sharing the crappy news with such a wonderful smile and energy!
I just went to Universal Studios yesterday for the first time in 23 years. The feeling was amazing seeing all the new attractions. It was almost like I had never been there before. I know this feeling will wear off as I bought an annual pass, but it was exciting to feel what it felt like to first walk into a new theme park.
I got to go perform at Disneys candle light for my school and going under and seeing behind test track and other areas like Italy was so freaking cool
Thanks for the updates, Brayden! Happy New year! 🎉
So BIG Thunder Mountain will be closed while they start to close TSI and Rivers of America to start the new attraction for that area. And all the while we wait for them to announce the closing of the railroad again for several years for the expansion of the the whole back corner of the park.
I'm so excited for Starlight, The first new nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom since 1991. I know they're gonna cook
When will the show be? It doesn't get dark in the summer until 10pm with stupid daylight savings time
In August 2024, Josh told us that "dirt is already moving" on every project. It is now January 2025 and not a single shovel of dirt has moved.
Not true just because you can't see it doesn't mean nothing has been done
was he talking about dvc resorts ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@shawnokeefe1580 I’ve been burnt by Blue Sky before. If I can’t see it - it’s currently not happening
The earth is constantly moving 😂
Please fire Josh D’Aramo. He’s no daddy.
Happy New Year Brayden!! 🎊 May you have a blessed and prosperous year in 2025. I’m looking forward to content on both channels. Thank you for your dedication. 💕🇨🇦
I'm Moana'd and Encanto'd out
Only a single walkthrough exists of either movies....
@@pepsiaddictgaming especially Moana. Don’t see the appeal
@@tvnostalgia412 I meant it about the new nighttime parade
I hope your New Year is off to a great start Brayden. Thanks for uploading today. Please don't be a stranger.
The waterpark day is a nice perk that more people should take advantage of. We did a waterpark day on our arrival. It was empty. No waits for anything. Not too tiring after a day of travel like the parks might be.
I think Disney is going to be surprised by how many people will plan that into their trip. Drop your luggage off and have a backpack with swimsuits and head to waterpark. Something to do until room is ready.
Come to a water park late in the afternoon on your day of arrival. 🤣😂🤣
Only fools on pixie dust think this is a deal.
Man this video makes the “major changes” just look to clumsy, unorganized and thrown together…so crazy to watch while universal is building a multiple section themed park down the road.
Excited to finally see another video from you
epic universe just sounds more and more exciting
Sometimes it is easy to be mad at disney, but quite a bit of these projects, especially test track, seen pretty good!
HAPPY NEW YEAR Brayden 🎉🏰🎇 and thanks for all your vlogs. You're a major player in the game of knowledge about the Parks 🏞️.
Thank you, Brayden, and Happy New Year!
Thanks for the update, Brayden!! Love your videos!!
I may just be biased, but it doesn't sound like Disney really has anything new and unique coming for the next few YEARS to be honest...
The Three Caballeros ride will be closed for refurbishment from Jan 6th til March 15th too.
Happy New Year Brayden . Much continued success with you buddy. And your channel.
excellent video as always, Brayden. Happy New Year!
You sure do get Money Shots! Love your eye. Grateful to watch. Especially, at a time when Walt Disney World has priced out this genuine Walt fans family.
Happy New Year Sir Brayden! 🤴I’m glad to see a new video! 🥳🎉🏰🥰
While I understand the financial benefit of selling alcohol in the parks, it has detracted from the enjoyment of the parks as a family destination. I wish Disney would return to what made it so special. That being outstanding customer service, creativity, attention to details and G-rated fun.
Agree but I don't see it happening. So many decisions in recent years seem designed to bring in more childless Disney adults than families.
I’ve never witnessed anyone drunk or anything like that , not that big of a deal honestly
Alcohol is the least of your worries.
@@mikeblenheim117 You must not have ever been in EPCOT's World Showcase during the Food and Wine Festival. In the evening, groups of loud, young adults using foul language are unavoidable. They typically have alcoholic beverages in hand.
Good to see a video from your channel! Always love hearing your insights and perspectives.
Good news on the Disney front and Happy New Year to you Brayden--love to you and your family in 2025
Great video!! Happy new year to you!!
Glad to see your newest video - thanks! Would like to see more but nothing of note seems to be happening right now.
Thanks for the video! I didn’t know that Disney was working on a nighttime parade! Glad that Disney is finally investing in WDW again.
Always good to see your videos pop up. Thank you for all of your hard work.
What's coming in 2025? Construction walls.
Pretty much!
Really hoping Starlight has hints of the SpectroMagic music like Paint the Night had hints of MSEP.
Happy New Year Brayden 🎊
Disney= let's close one of the largest attractions when the competition down the street is cooking
Largest attractions? Dinorama was a joke, the river is certainly not a big attraction, the boat has extremely low capacity.
@@tvnostalgia412 Big Thunder Mountain *cough*
This is the theme capital of the world,enjoy it all…There are many moving parts and closures (it’s part of the business)..ultimately, we all hope they know what they’re doing ,keep costs reasonable and family friendly
Two thumbs up for your knowledgeable, honest content…By far the best reviews …Could Disney build a new Dinosaur park in the Animal kingdom with updated animatronics and add a tribute to movies in Hollywood..(similar to the previous “great movie ride”..)?
Hope don’t take away the ambience of the Magic Kingdom and the Liberty square lake.
It’s going to take leadership and imagineering personnel changes to turn things around for the better!
This is gonna be so incredibly AWESOME!
Brandon, Disney is smart opening up more live performances with their success of DCL and the shows on board their ships. They need as much talent as they can get... not just talent but the best of it! Thanks for you reviews!
The new Magic Kingdom nighttime parade is the one I’m looking forward to the most.
Thank you for the updates and informative video. Take care & God bless ❤
Here it is. 2025. A few new lounges, a bunch of rides closed, Test Track thanks to General Motors will reopen version 3.0, a nighttime parade. That’s about it. Universal is opening a highly themed gigantic theme park. This is Disney’s response.
And don’t forget A CAROUSEL!!! Whoo hooo
Adding that they Knew about Epic since it was submitted to Orlando. 2025 goes to Universal for sure.
Yeah and even in 2027 only an Encanto land and Indiana Jones ride that is already in Disneyland
Maybe universal we be as good as Disney someday
Your guys problem is you think all rides/attractions are all about you....😊
Some great news! Especially Little Mermaid!!!
YES YES YES LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 🙌🏼🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎭🎭🎭🎭🎭
I can't wait to see the new night time parade! I miss the parade! Don't care about an over crowded water park. Thanks for the overview Brayden!
Exciting time for Disney and Universal....can't wait to experience them both....
Happy New Year Brayden
Thank you for another informative video!
Excellent to see you back, Brayden! Test Track and the construction behind BTMR are very exciting.
Interesting to see what is coming with the Dinoland U.S.A. area...
Happy New Year!
10:08 Test Track tribute revision does seem most exciting so far!
Cant wait for TT 3!
I'm most bummed about it's tough to be a bug and Dinosaur operating for the last time this year, and IMO, they should move this Zootopia show to Epcot where Awesome Planet is!
Also, make sure you enjoy Muppet Vision 3-D and Rock n Roller Coaster as they currently are, because who knows how much time we have with them this year! I'm even more bummed about these 2, I mean who isn't?!
@@shaneestes372 I heard rumour that Dinosaur and Bugs overlays are cancelled but I’m not sure
@jkecollns that would be interesting. The way I see it, maybe Zootopia is more likely to be cancelled rather than Dinosaur, but we'll see!
@@shaneestes372 yeah supposedly Dinosaur has been pushed waaaaay back towards the end of the construction phase in hopes that can get everyone to forget about what they promise haha
Yes, Zootopia makes a lot more sense in Awesome Planet than shoving it inside of the roots of a tree.
@@shaneestes372 it wouldn’t hurt me as much if the Zootopia show gets canceled. I think it’s a terrible fit for the tree of life and I think they should do a different Bugs Life show that isn’t scary.
Always top notch
Bob Iger, please bring back Citizens of Hollywood.
This!!!
Fantastic content!
Fantastic video! ❤
Happy New Year Dude 😊🎉❤
Can’t wait for Epic Universe!
Reflections resort is being built. And it will change the fort wilderness experience. And cabins are being placed up by the settlement. I was wondering if you knew or could find out what the long term plans for the fort is? Are they going to get rid of the campground in the long term and replace with more cabis and hotels?
YAS ! More live entertainment!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉
Most excited for Test Track. Just taking that old garbage canopy down is already a big improvement. Hope the ride changes will bring TT back to a new level.
its gonna be the same ride with different crap to look at
With BTM closing for so long, lets hope we get more plus-ing than the other BTMs at existing parks- I want more than just the cool explosion at the end...
Happy New Year Mickey Views!
Have @Wonderful New Year's ! / / thanks
Please expand on the hotel stay "perk". Someone flies 1000 miles from Pittsburgh, check-in time is 3:00, and THEN only get to go to the waterpark THAT day? Sounds like something that the same unintelligent WDW Marketing Dept who decided to put a birthday cake around the beautiful Cinderlla's castle OR raised all the food location prices once the Disney dining plan was implemented.
Long time no see
Yay. A lounge
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Happy new year
Happy New Year, Brayden and it's a year 2025.
we've come a long way where now we just hope Disney doesn't botch and cheapen these upgrades rather than look forward to something groundbreaking.
I'm excited for universal!
First video of the year!! Excited to see what this year can bring for Disney and universal
Please save Disneyland! I went there with my grandma the second year it was open. So much fun! I was barely 4 years old yet I remember it all! The best time!
Alright Brayden, brutha lookin slick in the sweater. Thanks for the update.
2025 looks awful but what exactly “new” are we expecting in 2026??? I think we might not see anything new for 2.5+ yrs…unreal
Save Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom!!
another banger
4:27 - a cameo of Chepek looking bewildered 😂
Will we EVER see Cherry Tree Lane at the World Showcase UK pavilion? Or any additional countries ever?
Brayden Happy New Year 2025!!!
Thank you, Brayden!
Gosh how I miss WDW of the 80’s and 90’s. eg. MK afternoon parades were so emotionally superior.
Thanks bro
🤦♂️ Gone are the days Disney was brave and bold to build rides that were original and innovative, while also building rides that captured the spirit of beloved animation.
Now, IP is the only thing built.
This company sucks now. I never thought I would say that as someone who grow up on Disney, and have visited Disney World many times.
This company has lost its way!
It seems that Universal learned from Disney's mistakes while Disney failed to. I hope the Disney Board of Directors will start paying attention.
Hey Brayden!! Missing new Mickey Views videos and content..lol.. Where are you man..?! 😀Are you alright?! Cheers! No Disney updates this month?! 👍🏻👀✨🙏🏻🙏🏻
So basically nothing for 2025. Gotcha.
You missed the Hall of Presidents closing on January 20th for adjustments.
It shouldn't take as long since they already have a Trump animatronic.
Think the villains thing is practice to MK expansion and see who shows up with enthusiasm.
You left out the biggest addition, higher prices!! 🫣
😭 real
Happy New Year Brayden 🎉🎉2025 ok
The number of times they "cancel" updates to rides is astonishing. The amount of money spent on reimagining things and canceling them is crazy.
The sound track for the night time parade better be good😭 nothing will top Spectromagic
How is that next episode of Address Unknown coming along?
Great as always great, you didn’t mention the rivers of America demolition. Do you think that might be canceled?, It seems like a bad idea with epic opening to have a quarter of the magic kingdom fenced off
It’s not a sure thing yet
Epic Universe will eat Disney's lunch for Years to come!!!
I am very excited about the South America Land for Animal Kingdom!
PCDev: "i told you guys rip ride rockit was going to close down" 👀