I didn't realize it was going to be trackless AND motion base. Wow. This is going to be mind-blowing.
Have they mentioned yet what this ride's height requirement will be?
Soooo...would you say something like Peter Pan is better than Spiderman? Because one has physical sets and one has screens? And who's underestimating? We've seen mostly everything there is to the ride. We know what it will feature. And you don't care how great the technology is, but that's what makes a good ride a good ride! Nobody said SDMT will be bad. They just said Empire of the Penguin will be better. And saying "I can't wait when people realize how stupid they were" over THEIR OPINION is not the way to have a discussion.
Good question. I went on Peter Pan for the first time earlier this month, and I loved the ride. I must say I understand why the wait times are so high. Physical sets do more than screens for me. They did as a child and they still do as an adult. Screens are everywhere. When someone wants to be involved in a movie I dont think they want a screen. Thats how one sees movies, screens. So Physical sets allow someone to imagine they are there. let your imagination run and create images and a storyline for you while you are riding rather than having one on a screen to follow. Sure sets can tell story lines sequentially, but again to see and be near an animatronic idol of a character or special affect, brings more to a ride, IMo.
Ok, I'll bite, which is better, Journey of the Little Mermaid or Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey? Both utilize a mix of physical sets and screens.
I was mainly just pointing out that these are the 2 most recent Dark Ride experiences unleashed by the bohemoth resorts in Otown. And that actually comparing the 2 is patently ridiculous. But your assessment was succinctly put.You're comparing apples and oranges. TLM sucks, but FJ doesn't.
You're comparing apples and oranges. TLM sucks, but FJ doesn't.
Since Forbidden Journey makes me Mission Space Orange sick, I will have to say the Little Mermaid is the better attraction. I honestly hate that Harry Potter gained fame as a story that appealed to all generations, but has a ride that only appeals to a limited group of people(thrillseekers with a strong stomach). I can ride most coasters/attractions in the US but Potter gets me every time. I also find the Potter storyline weak, flying benches? Really?
The Little Mermaid is a good dark ride for the entire family. While not perfect, it fits well in New Fantasyland.