I think it is largely about tempering expectations. There are plenty of other haunts that could possibly fill the void that the changing of HHN has left, but honestly, as I get older the nostalgia of attending HHN in the past mixed with my enjoyment of Universal Orlando in general is more than enough for me to enjoy myself no matter what HHN 26 becomes. Also, the hype video from 24 to 25 was interesting and gave us all more discussion, but I don't think it made any substantial difference on what the finished product of HHN 25 became.