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BB-8 coming to Star Wars Launch Bay
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tissandtully
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Dang, kind of disappointed that he just sits there, but I understand it would be pretty tough to have him roll around all day.
UpAllNight
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Will this run through to summer or is it strictly limited time?
IanDLBZF
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It will run through summer.
mickeysaver
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I can't wait to meet BB-8!!! I have been obsessed with this little robot since it was first introduced in 2015. We arrive on the 14th, so I am pretty darn sure that we can snag that photo op, even if it's not like the one in this video!!!
WDWFREAK53
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A little disappointed...I understand why, but I was hoping he'd be a roaming droid. It wouldn't last long with the kids if it was just a droid that moved throughout the Launch Bay. At least he moves fluidly and sounds perfect. This will be a big hit and I can't wait to get my pic taken with the little guy.
(Haha, I just realized that I am assuming a robot is a "male.")
(Haha, I just realized that I am assuming a robot is a "male.")
I am Timmy
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Why couldn't he roll around? They had a roaming garbage can in Tomorrow Land, even with loads of people around. I just got back from ECCC and there was an R2-D2 (so cute!) roaming around, loads of people. Not sure why they couldn't come up with something.
J. D.
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He'll get a lot less wear and tear if he doesn't roll around on the floor for 12 hours a day. Also, BB-8 is a bit more complex than Push or R2. They're bigger, sturdier characters that could handle being in a crowd a lot easier than a droid that rolls and could potentially have his magnetic head separated from his body by guests that can't keep their hands to themselves. I would love an authentic BB-8 meet-and-greet, but I think the potential negative issues outweigh the positive in this case.
WDWFREAK53
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On top of that, PUSH and R2 have wheels. BB-8's finish would get worn down quickly if it was rolling on the ground for hours on end each day.
That's the first I've heard of that. BB-8 is being set up in his own room (replacing the Disney Infiniti console room). So, it's not like they'd be in each other's way.
Yeah but $
BB-8 takes up the old game room. The inevitably large queue still needs to be put somewhere...
Cmdr_Crimson
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Looks good...But, IMO I'd would have rather seen R2-D2 & C-3PO Instead...But, that's just me...
