Vegas Inc had an interview with Paul Steelman of Resorts World Las Vegas.
Resorts World seems to be bringing back the themed resort, focusing on attractions that will appeal to a wide range of people. This is in contrast with the non-themed resorts that have opened on the Strip recently like Aria, Cosmopolitan, SLS, and The Cromwell.
Despite the focus on attractions - two of the previously heralded attractions - a live panda habitat and a water park - have been pushed to "phase two" of the project. One attraction that looks pretty cool is a sphere that goes up and down the side of the building.