Universe Pages are centralized hubs on Fandom for popular topics in entertainment and gaming, particularly those with multiple variations or interpretations. These pages are curated by Fandom staff and link to related wikis and other Fandom sites like GameFAQs and Metacritic.
What Are Universe Pages?[]
A Universe Page is a single, focused page on Fandom for a specific fictional universe. It simplifies complex topics by bringing together information from various sources, including multiple wikis on the same topic, into one easy-to-find location. This helps both users and search engines, making content organized, easy to navigate, and more likely to appear in search results.
They are accessible directly from search engines.
Why Have a Universe Page?[]
General Search Queries[]
Google and other search engines recognize that wiki articles are great for in-depth information and often rank them highly for specific searches, like "CHARACTER NAME powers" or "SETTING NAME history."
However, wikis face more competition with broader searches. For example, a search for "what is Marvel" shows results from many sites, and wikis often rank lower due to this competition.
Universe Pages aim to improve SEO for these broader, topic-based searches by creating a central resource that guides readers to the relevant wiki. They create new traffic for wikis from users that would not have found them before.
Cross Media Presence[]
Wikis might focus on a specific media portrayal of a topic or cover multiple platforms. Universe Pages highlight all media sources for a topic, including games, books, and movies. This lets individual wikis specialize (or not) in a specific media while still benefiting from the broader topic's visibility.
Readers visiting a Universe Page can discover various media types in one place without needing to find multiple wikis themselves. They can also find lesser-known content related to their interests.
Cross Linking[]
Fandom's sister sites, like GameFAQs, GameSpot, and Metacritic, often have useful information about a topic. Universe Pages connect readers to this additional content, providing a more comprehensive experience.
Where Does the Content Come From?[]
Content in widgets like Top Wiki Pages, Recent Images, and Quick Answers is sourced directly from related wikis and links back to them. Content from other widgets, including News, Game Stats, and User Reviews, comes from GameFAQs, GameSpot, and Metacritic and links to those sites.
Written content on the Universe Page is initially generated by AI and then reviewed by Fandom staff for clarity and general accuracy. Note: While users cannot directly edit a Universe Page, please report any errors to either a Community Manager or our support team.
What Qualifies for a Universe Page?[]
Not every fictional world gets a Universe Page. To qualify, a universe generally must be:
- Rich and varied: It should encompass a wide range of content (movies, shows, books, etc.) that all fit together.
- Multi-platform: It should exist in more than one medium (e.g., both books and movies).
- Popular and active: It should have a large number of page views on Fandom and an active community.
- Unique and recognizable: It should have its own distinct identity that sets it apart from other universes.
Note: These are general guidelines, not set rules.
Example Pages[]
Here are a few examples of Universe Pages:
Further Help and Feedback[]
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