More Interactive Experiences at WDW?

[jmick71]

I know BTMRR and PoC are both slated for these 'new age' queues.

i herd that too

 

[ryanduggers]

Judging from all the kids at Epcot World Showcase carrying around those Kimmunicators, the Kim Possible Adventure seems to be a hit. So, why not expand it to the other parks.

Seems like a great idea! I think Phenias and Ferb would be great characters to use as the hosts. They could go on a search for Perry, and along the way run into Dr Doofenshmirtz and some of his wacky plans to destroy the park.

Cool idea!

 

[Disney05]

Really interested in how these new queue's are being developed. Don't want to say it's about time but it seems that they're finally starting to step up their game.

 

[PeoplemoverTTA]

Judging from all the kids at Epcot World Showcase carrying around those Kimmunicators, the Kim Possible Adventure seems to be a hit. So, why not expand it to the other parks.

Seems like a great idea! I think Phenias and Ferb would be great characters to use as the hosts. They could go on a search for Perry, and along the way run into Dr Doofenshmirtz and some of his wacky plans to destroy the park.

This would be awesome!

A Kingdom Keepers theme would work across all 4 parks...I could totally get into that (although I know it's highly unlikely, at best).

 

[djkidkaz]

Can we please just get the yeti fixed and a new dark ride before they start adding interactive elements at AK? What's the point of having interactive elements in the park if noone is going to that park?

 

[NewfieFan]

Can we please just get the yeti fixed and a new dark ride before they start adding interactive elements at AK? What's the point of having interactive elements in the park if noone is going to that park?

This will give people something to do at AK while EE is down for refurb!

 

[plutoismyhero]

Ive been waiting for something like this since KP came out. Really KP dosent appeal to all audiences so doing this with more well know characters would be amazing. Granted the KP adventure is alot of fun i think it would be a bigger hit with a different character.
Here are some ideas i would like to see even though highly unlikely
MK:Mickey, Mr. Walt Disney, Goofy, Buzz, Peter Pan, Tink,
EPCOT:Figment, Donald, Tigger(hahaha), Crush
DHS:Roger Rabbit, Kermit the Frog, Woody, Buzz
AK:Russell, Simba, Timon, Stitch, Jack Sparrow
I know people pry wont like all of these but they are just ideas. I really think interactive elements are the future and that Disney needs to capitalize(which they have already started) and do this asap this would make the tradition Theme park experience for them a level above competitors.
Cant wait any ideas on dates when this would be released or no clue?

 

[ob1thx1138]

The first thing that came to my mind for the magic kingdom was a tie in with the epic Mickey game. Maybe a paint brush and touch screen/paint pallet

 

[Silver Figment]

i think the idea is great as long as it's done right.

 

[redshoesrock]

None of these things are bad. I enjoy Possible a lot, for what it is. At the same time, no one is going to tell me that these things are better than real attractions ... most people (kids included) would rather go on an adventure like HPatFJ at IOA than play interactive games because they can do that at home.

^ this.

While I will enjoy seeing all the new interactive things in the parks, I couldn't help but think when I read this in the article, "And why are they doing this? There are two chief complaints at Disney's parks: The crowds are too large and the lines for the rides are too long," BUILD MORE RIDES!!!!

And if one of the biggest complaints is "The crowds are too large", maybe the idea of a 5th park isn't as dumb as I previous thought.

Of course, the word all that hinges upon is "if".

 

[Pumbas Nakasak]

The cost of operating a stand alone park with staffing and infrastructure costs will be far greater than creating additional attractions in existing parks even allowing for extension of the current foot print.

 

[cynic710]

I think all this is fantastic. Heres an idea:

-what if this was set up in conjunction to the Magic Kingdom movie being made by Jon Favareu? The theme of the movie is basically "Night at the Meuseum" but at the park. So what if the secret to bringing the park to life was available to guests everyday? I think that would make for a great tie in without limiting one or two characters to the events. If it was open like that, then more characters can join the adventure throughout the day.

 

[DaGoof00]

would be a cool thing if it actually came to be. Playing Kim Possible on my last trip turned out to be a lot of fun. I even saw more of world showcase than I otherwise, normally do. Interesting stuff...

 

[JustInTime]

Speaking of interactive Queue. Pirates should be the easiest to update yet since there are 2 sides. Just close one side down and leave the other open.

 

[MarkTwain]

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None of these things are bad. I enjoy Possible a lot, for what it is. At the same time, no one is going to tell me that these things are better than real attractions ... most people (kids included) would rather go on an adventure like HPatFJ at IOA than play interactive games because they can do that at home.

^ this.

While I will enjoy seeing all the new interactive things in the parks, I couldn't help but think when I read this in the article, "And why are they doing this? There are two chief complaints at Disney's parks: The crowds are too large and the lines for the rides are too long," BUILD MORE RIDES!!!!

And if one of the biggest complaints is "The crowds are too large", maybe the idea of a 5th park isn't as dumb as I previous thought.

Of course, the word all that hinges upon is "if".

Agreed with these. This sounds like a cool concept, but for all the tens of millions that were likely poured into Kim Possible, it's not one of those things that people plan a trip around... it's more of a nice diversion for people that are looking for something new to do on their xth trip to Epcot. It's also effective there because it provides kids something to do in a park they may otherwise find boring. Currently, the Magic Kingdom is far from lacking both in terms of things to do as well as ways to entertain kids, so I can't imagine this being a huge game-changer in terms of the park's overall experience.

It seems to me like if TDO/WDI is going to spend millions on plussing a park's experience, they should spend it on some new attractions at DHS or AK - something they could actually broadcast on a national commercial, or something that could oust the half-decade old Everest from the #1 spot on the "Top Things at WDW" Channel. Between interactive queues, new marketing campaigns, and endless DVC expansions, it seems like Disney is always beating around the bush in addressing what WDW actually needs...

That said, I look forward to trying this out should it ever be implemented.

 

[MichWolv]

Agreed with these. This sounds like a cool concept, but for all the tens of millions that were likely poured into Kim Possible, it's not one of those things that people plan a trip around... it's more of a nice diversion for people that are looking for something new to do on their xth trip to Epcot. It's also effective there because it provides kids something to do in a park they may otherwise find boring. Currently, the Magic Kingdom is far from lacking both in terms of things to do as well as ways to entertain kids, so I can't imagine this being a huge game-changer in terms of the park's overall experience.

It seems to me like if TDO/WDI is going to spend millions on plussing a park's experience, they should spend it on some new attractions at DHS or AK - something they could actually broadcast on a national commercial, or something that could oust the half-decade old Everest from the #1 spot on the "Top Things at WDW" Channel. Between interactive queues, new marketing campaigns, and endless DVC expansions, it seems like Disney is always beating around the bush in addressing what WDW actually needs...

That said, I look forward to trying this out should it ever be implemented.

This isn't the same as adding a new ride/show, etc., but it is consistent with much of what we're seeing lately (FLE aside), which is Disney trying to make the parts of the day that aren't the headliners nonethless be entertaining. So we have interactive queues (HM, Pooh, coming to Pan we assume), attempts to improve traffic flow (FL Skyway station area), and now, a potential expansion of something to do that 1) doesn't require a line, 2) doesn't involve a whole lot of new infrastructure, 3) can be tailored to send people to different parts of the park to spread crowds around and get them to notice details that are already there in a fun way, 4) can incorporate story-telling in a new/different way, 5) is more easily updated (although KP hasn't been) then other attractions, and 6) can incorporate customized elements (think about NextGen tie-ins). If I got to choose this stuff or an E-ticket, I'd pick the E-ticket. But it isn't an equal choice. I don't suspect putting in an experience like this costs nearly as much as an E-ticket, and it provides Disney with benefits that an E-ticket doesn't. It won't be a direct reason for people to make an extra trip like an E-ticket would, but if has the effect of making the trip they do take more enjoyable, it's a good thing.

And to boot, this is the type of thing that can be really enjoyed be poeple like us who make frequent trips and like to see the details. I suspect as well that Disney has learned from KP, both good and bad, and future experiences will be even better.

 

[jmick71]

The first thing that came to my mind for the magic kingdom was a tie in with the epic Mickey game. Maybe a paint brush and touch screen/paint pallet

thats a good idea

 

[jakeman]

This isn't the same as adding a new ride/show, etc., but it is consistent with much of what we're seeing lately (FLE aside), which is Disney trying to make the parts of the day that aren't the headliners nonethless be entertaining. So we have interactive queues (HM, Pooh, coming to Pan we assume), attempts to improve traffic flow (FL Skyway station area), and now, a potential expansion of something to do that 1) doesn't require a line, 2) doesn't involve a whole lot of new infrastructure, 3) can be tailored to send people to different parts of the park to spread crowds around and get them to notice details that are already there in a fun way, 4) can incorporate story-telling in a new/different way, 5) is more easily updated (although KP hasn't been) then other attractions, and 6) can incorporate customized elements (think about NextGen tie-ins). If I got to choose this stuff or an E-ticket, I'd pick the E-ticket. But it isn't an equal choice. I don't suspect putting in an experience like this costs nearly as much as an E-ticket, and it provides Disney with benefits that an E-ticket doesn't. It won't be a direct reason for people to make an extra trip like an E-ticket would, but if has the effect of making the trip they do take more enjoyable, it's a good thing.

And to boot, this is the type of thing that can be really enjoyed be poeple like us who make frequent trips and like to see the details. I suspect as well that Disney has learned from KP, both good and bad, and future experiences will be even better.

We are going to have to ask you to refrain from thinking through this logically.

Thanks.

Joking aside, I think you are dead on. While we would all like to see massive E-tickets every three months, these additions, assuming they are on par with an experience like KP, add another layer to the parks and a vacation.

It's not a headliner and won't draw in additional crowds, but it can be considered a nod towards folks like many of us who visit frequently.

With that said, in true internet fashion, we should do our best to slap that nod right in the face and complain endlessly about it! :lookaroun

 

[Pumbas Nakasak]

Thats a crap idea

 

[MichWolv]

We are going to have to ask you to refrain from thinking through this logically.

Thanks.

Joking aside, I think you are dead on. While we would all like to see massive E-tickets every three months, these additions, assuming they are on par with an experience like KP, add another layer to the parks and a vacation.

It's not a headliner and won't draw in additional crowds, but it can be considered a nod towards folks like many of us who visit frequently.

With that said, in true internet fashion, we should do our best to slap that nod right in the face and complain endlessly about it! :lookaroun

Thats a crap idea

Good start, Pumbas!