Disney, Europa, Toy Story, Wreck-It Ralph, and Phantom of the Opera

Tokyo Disneyland recently announced that “Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters” will officially close in October, making way for a revamped version of the ride set in the world of Wreck-It Ralph!

Astro Blasters, being the Tokyo version of the popular Space Ranger Spin, is a fan-favorite and we can expect to hear more displeasure from Toy Story fans before turning their displeasure to excitement for the new attraction.

Disney fans may remember that Hong Kong Disneyland, in 2017, made a similar move by re-theming Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters with Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle.

Stay tuned as we wait for details about the Wreck-It Ralph ride!

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In Disneyland Paris, which is undergoing a massive transformation, is ending their partnership with credit card giant, MasterCard. The split is expected to impact many aspects of the guest experience, but mainly a special perk for guests to make certain reservations in the park by flashing their MasterCard.

As part of the physical and financial transformation of Disneyland Paris, it has also been announced that the second theme park, the Hollywood Studios-inspired Walt Disney Studios Park, is being rethemed as Disney Adventure World.

As expected with any changes at Disney, some fans are voicing their disappointment and petitioning to reverse the changes.

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In Germany’s Europa Park, the Mack Rides manufactured Voltron Nevera launch coaster has opened as the world’s steepest launch at 105 degrees. The coaster reaches a height of 107 feet and speeds up to 90 miles per hour. The coaster contains seven inversions, a dark ride section, and serves as the anchor attraction to the newly-opened Croatia area of the park.

Europa-Park is also celebrating the opening of the newest virtual coaster, Eurosat Coastiality - Phantom of the Opera. The mystery and intrigue of the gripping love story, coupled with the thrill of a rollercoaster, can be experienced up close. Set to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical, visitor’s attach their VR headset in a pre-show room before actually boarding the ride. The real, physical environment is recreated exactly in VR, which allows riders to board the train with no issues and allowing a seamless VR Phantom of the Opera experience while on the coaster.

The Phantom ride shares a track with Eurosat - CanCan Coaster, featuring a sliding track and separate loading areas.

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