Aaron Michael Nelson
| Aaron Michael Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 18, 2004 Renton, Washington, U.S. |
| 💼 Occupation | Actor, model, voice actor, digital creator |
| 📆 Years active | 2012–present |
| Known for | Super Nintendo World in Minecraft, Epic Universal |
Aaron Michael Nelson (born November 18, 2004), also known online as Dippy, is an American actor, model, voice actor, and digital creator. He is known for building a fan recreation of Super Nintendo World in Minecraft and for founding *Epic Universal*, a digital media brand focused on Universal theme parks. His work has been featured in multiple gaming and entertainment publications.
Early life and education
Nelson was born in Renton, Washington, and raised in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. He graduated from West Potomac High School in Alexandria, Virginia, with an Advanced Diploma. He attends the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), majoring in Social Strategy and Management with a minor in Film and Television. He also studies Themed Entertainment Design at Purdue University.
Career
Acting and commercial work
Nelson began working as a child actor and model, appearing in the pilot of NBC’s The Blacklist, as well as episodes of Investigation Discovery’s Evil Twins and Evil Kin. He was featured in national commercials for brands including Crest, Toyota, and M&T Bank.
Minecraft and digital creation
Under the online alias Dippy, Nelson led a fan recreation of Super Nintendo World in Minecraft, a project that gained international attention in gaming media. Publications such as *Eurogamer*, *VG247*, *GameSpot*, and *ScreenRant* covered the project and its role in digital theme park experiences. [1][2][3][4]
Nelson has also contributed to MrBeast Gaming projects and the BuildTheEarth initiative, as well as developing SCADMC, a Minecraft-based digital twin of the SCAD Atlanta campus.
Media and publishing
In 2023, Nelson launched *Epic Universal*, a digital media platform covering Universal theme parks and attractions. In 2025, the site surpassed 20 million impressions and was recognized as a growing fan-led media outlet. [5]
Personal interviews
Nelson has been featured in several editorial interviews discussing his background in visual storytelling, creative development, and cinematography. [6][7][8][9]
External links
References
- ↑ "Most of us won't be able to visit Super Nintendo World, so someone's making it in Minecraft". Eurogamer. 31 January 2021. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Fan creates detailed Super Nintendo World map in Minecraft". VG247. 31 January 2021. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "You'll soon be able to visit Super Nintendo World in Minecraft". GameSpot. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Super Nintendo World Is Getting A Fan-Made Minecraft Recreation". ScreenRant. 30 January 2021. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Epic Universal Hits 20 Million Impressions as Fan‑Led Media Powerhouse Expands". NewsNetMedia. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Meet Aaron Nelson". CanvasRebel. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Meet Aaron Nelson | Director of Photography". Shoutout Atlanta. 27 March 2024. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Rising Stars: Meet Aaron Nelson". Voyage ATL. 7 March 2024. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
- ↑ "Meet Aaron Nelson". Bold Journey. Retrieved 2025-08-01.
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