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The DC Land Universal Almost Built (Could It Come To Epic?)

Before Marvel, there was Gotham. Unearthing the incredible DC Comics theme park that was nearly built. Could it come to Epic Universe?

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Jun 17, 2025
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Before Spider-Man swung and the Hulk roared across Islands of Adventure, a different set of caped crusaders nearly took flight. Universal's second gate, now iconic for its Marvel heroes, was originally slated to be a haven for the likes of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. This isn't just a forgotten footnote; it's a monumental 'what if' in theme park history, where a clash over characters changed everything. We're dusting off the blueprints to reveal the incredible DC Comics land that almost was, and why it vanished faster than a speeding bullet.

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