People we are talking about the imagination pavilion here. My wife has been to Epcot three times and didn't even know it existed. P&F makes this a headliner for my family. And don't talk about P&F's staying power because only the people on this forum even know who figment is.
Again, you're missing the bigger point here. The reason that this is happening is due to the neglect by WDI, because why would they promote a 30 year old 3D movie, and a Figment vomit ride based upon really ancient ride designs? Figment is a character that brings out the fun, creative, and yes imaginative side of adults and kids alike. He is really the heart of the Disney company, and is really one of its truest mascots. The reason he is dying is because WDI isn't doing anything to bring him back to life, and probably don't care to. It's akin to knowing your car needs a complete overhaul, having access to the parts to bring it back to its original luster, but instead you just choose to drive it until the wheels fall off and you're careening off a cliff.