7 Things That Would Make Universal Orlando Even Better

5. Replace Fear Factor Live

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It's not so much that Fear Factor is bad, just that it is the perfect space for something else.

Fear Factor Live is based on the reality tv show where contestants would compete in some pretty awful challenges to win a $50,000 prize. The show has been off the air for some time now but the live show at Universal is still going strong.

The actual show isn't that bad and is quite enjoyable to watch. If anything it's a good way to get out of the sun for a while. However, because Fear Factor Live takes place in such a huge arena and given the limited space that is available for development at Universal Orlando Resort, it would make sense to call it a day and replace it with something more interesting.

Seasonally, the show is shut to house events for Halloween Horror Nights and perhaps this would be the perfect place to install a permanent maze? Universal Studios Hollywood will be opening a permanent AMC's Walking Dead Attraction and many would be glad to see something similar in Orlando.

Usually the area becomes home to Bill & Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure during Halloween Horror. The show isn't really suitable for all and contains jokes and references that aren't appropriate for younger guests. Perhaps a nightly show or even signs outside warning of adult content could be done to bring a bit of Halloween fun all year round?

Over the years there has been much speculation that the area will become part of a Diagon Alley expansion bringing in a Ministry of Magic ride. Given how popular the Wizarding World has been this would likely go down a storm among Harry Potter fans.

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Jen has been a writer and video editor at WhatCulture for over 10 years. She has a BA Hons in History from Newcastle University and in a past life worked at Beamish Open Air Museum and was a corporate trainer (BTC Award in Education and Training). Jen joined WhatCulture to discuss all things Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World, as well as her love of all things movies. She has worked closely with Universal and Disney, giving WhatCulture readers breaking news and exclusives. Her knowledge of Disney parks has lead her to be published by The Sun. If you've ever completed a Disney movies or Friends quiz on WhatCulture it was probably written by Jen. Jen's love of all things Universal's Halloween Horror Nights brought her to WhatCulture's Horror Channel as a video editor. Her video edits can be found across WhatCulture's Film & TV and Horror channels, along with WhatCulture's Facebook, Instagram and TikTok accounts.