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Race Through NY Starring Jimmy Fallon
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- Apr 18, 2013
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I finally got a chance to go check this out yesterday. It was pretty close to what I was expecting, but I absolutely loved it. It's probably my favorite Universal attraction to open in a long time. While we can all agree the use of simulators is getting old, it's really refreshing to see entertainment being used in attractions. That's something that seems to be dying out at WDW and in my opinion is what made so many of their attractions really great. While it may not seem like a big deal it has a huge long term cost, that could have been easily avoided with just a screen or AA.
To me, one of the most essential elements in a theme park is live entertainment. It's really refreshing that Universal has embraced it so strongly in the Studio's park. It's one of the main reasons I rate this park so highly. Live entertainment everywhere.
Rode this last week, both my 5 and 10 year old loved it. I enjoyed the entire experience, with the line and interacrive queue. I didnt have high hopes for it to be honest, but its solid.
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I forget that this ride hasn't opened up yet. I keep hoping for some minor changes to improve the experience, but I know we're past that point now.
I have an appointment for Monday morning. I'll post whether or not I notice any changes in the ride profile, since I rode it second day of softs originally.
Great! You can save me a trip up during spring break. Hope the park isn't too crowded for you
Thanks! I was heading out to do a Volcano Bay video update next week anyway, so I don't mind popping in and riding a ride or two... Especially when it's a specially reserved AP ride appointment!
And his current response, via Twitter..
It would be still wise, to keep an open mind; as these are just Andy's opinions.
I have the impression that I'm going to like it so I'm still being optimistic. It does seem very 50/50.
Rode first time yesterday and again today. Love it. Here 8 days and most probably will ride everyday. They have an AP special showing on certain mornings. Will be there Monday and see what they will do for the AP's.. nice addition to the park IMO.
Me too. I used to agree with HTF a lot. But lately it seems like our opinions on attractions no longer coincide. I'm not really into the technical make up of attractions. The key to me is if it's fun, entertaining and puts a smile on my face.
That's really what it's all about. If you exit a ride feeling happier than when you went in, it should be considered a success.
- Apr 18, 2013
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I agree with HTF's assessment of the ride. The ride is good but nothing really great. The attraction as a whole though is really great. Honestly I could see wanting to stop in for a visit and skip the ride. In regards to that I've been wondering what happens if you skip your color and also what happens if you decide to not do the ride, I'm assuming they'll let you just walk through that hall between the two theaters.
Also in the wishful thinking category if they converted the lounge area where the interactive games are into a bar this place would be amazing and I could easily spend a couple hours just sitting in there and enjoying it.
Also in the wishful thinking category if they converted the lounge area where the interactive games are into a bar this place would be amazing and I could easily spend a couple hours just sitting in there and enjoying it.
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well right now it just feels like were so used to massive rides that filler rides like this one seem stupid to most people.Still pretty good for a filler ride.
More officially released ride footage, without awkward silence. I like the first bit, we get to see some more of the studio 6B stuff.
