This summer, MINION PARK at Universal Studios Japan – originally opened in April 2017 – will expand its size by 40% with an all-new area.
At the “MINION PARK” 8th anniversary fan event, the park announced a series of surprises, including news of the area’s expansion, grand opening time, and an overview of the park’s first-ever moving walkway interactive blaster attraction, “Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast.”
Illumination’s “Despicable Me” and “Minions” film franchises are immensely popular around the world, becoming the first animated film series to gross over $5 billion at the worldwide box office. Since its opening in April 2017, the “MINION PARK” area at Universal Studios Japan has continued to evolve as one of the world’s largest themed areas based on the “Minions” characters, with the introduction of “Freeze Ray Sliders” ride and a variety of seasonal programs.
In addition to the existing attractions in “MINION PARK” such as “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” and “Freeze Ray Sliders”, the new “Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast” will debut as an attraction guests of all ages can enjoy. In addition, there will be a number of new entertainment elements including snack stands and stores offering unique food and merchandise, only available in the new area.
The first moving walkway interactive blaster attraction in the Park’s history debuts at Universal Studios Japan’s MINION PARK, offering an evolution of the Orlando attraction – now featuring new, exclusive content and enhanced gameplay features.
Guests join illumination’s Minions at Villain-Con and encounter Belle Bottom, Jean Clawed and the rest of the Vicious 6 as they compete to become the newest member of their supervillain group. Using an E-Liminator X blaster, guests test their skill in this interactive attraction that requires no restraint. Simply stand on a moving walkway, blast away, and cause maximum destruction to collect valuable loot.
