socalifornian
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The app has been saying they aren’t using boarding groups either. It’s Main St. time now
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What's with the wait times!? (hint.. they're low)
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Sirwalterraleigh
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The land is not a failure...the crowds will be there...they will develop their own distinct following.
But are they or will they be labeled as “underwhelming”?
Well that’s a pretty distinct possibility. They’ve made a lot of calculated choices with this (to say nothing of the source material) that can result in longterm “meh”...so the jury’s out.
What I find totally fascinating is you can go on these types of forums 1-2 or more years ago where statements were made and repeated about how “amazing” Star Wars land was going to be.
Like 101% guaranteed?
It’s funny how such things are said without any consideration as to the real world possibilities. That’s all.
But are they or will they be labeled as “underwhelming”?
Well that’s a pretty distinct possibility. They’ve made a lot of calculated choices with this (to say nothing of the source material) that can result in longterm “meh”...so the jury’s out.
What I find totally fascinating is you can go on these types of forums 1-2 or more years ago where statements were made and repeated about how “amazing” Star Wars land was going to be.
Like 101% guaranteed?
It’s funny how such things are said without any consideration as to the real world possibilities. That’s all.
mickEblu
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It is interesting. We were all just assuming because they had the budget and it’s Star Wars and the plans looked ambitious that was going to be a huge hit. Even if some didn’t agree with its placement.
Disney Analyst
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Well.
TROR
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Everyone's too busy experiencing the fun Star Wars rides to check out Smuggler's Run.
George Lucas on a Bench
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Maybe it has something to do with this 4th of July show. Finally, an ID4-themed nighttime spectacular.
planodisney
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No problem.
shambolicdefending
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Seems like yesterday was firmly in the "moderate" category according to most crowd checkers. Busier than the last few weeks, but hardly overwhelming.
A lot of rumor denizens are saying wait times are going up because management is making daily staffing cuts where they can.
A lot of rumor denizens are saying wait times are going up because management is making daily staffing cuts where they can.
Well, that's one way to increase wait times. Once they also start reducing the number of trains/sides used, then you'll know they're really desperate to make the optics look like it's wall-to-wall people.
Disney Irish
Premium Member
What I find interesting is that everyone who was either "meh" or hated the SWL idea in the first place is so ready to label it a failure before the land is even fully opened on both coasts. How about we wait and see what crowds are like when both APs are unblocked and Rise is opened in DL and when DHS is fully opened before labeling anything a failure.
While I hate agreeing with "Mr Grumpy Raleigh", but the crowds will come and the land will be a success in its own right. Both lands on both coasts will get a following all their own.
While I hate agreeing with "Mr Grumpy Raleigh", but the crowds will come and the land will be a success in its own right. Both lands on both coasts will get a following all their own.
TROR
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I don’t see why crowds matter. The land’s a dud because it’s not enjoyable or fun, not because the lack of crowds.
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As subjective as opinions are about the land, something we can assume with total confidence is that attendance is underwhelming and most likely well below Disney's expectations.
Disney Irish
Premium Member
Well if for example TL opened today with only Buzz available and nothing else most would call it a dud also because the headliner attractions aren't opened.
TROR
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Which is fair. I’d be very disappointed in a Tomorrowland that’s just Astro Blasters. Until Rise of the Resistance opens, it’s a dud. That can change, but then Falcon is still a dud which is not good. I’m not someone who believes in removing Galaxy’s Edge, I just want some revisions.
Disney Irish
Premium Member
My point was that lets hold off on trying to label it a failure as the land is only 50% opened. It doesn't have its headliner attraction yet.
Falcon, as is, is going to be hit or miss depending on the guest. Some will like it, others won't. The ride itself has potential, especially with multiple missions hopefully being available. Some reworking of the controls, for engineer and gunner especially, might also be needed. But I can see it being a long term AP favorite, specifically at DL.
Sirwalterraleigh
Premium Member
You best be pointing that artillery at some other Ridgeline...
I for one - just me - don’t think it will fail. But this is where semantics come into play.
It can be “not good” and still be a “success”
The Florida crowd will fall over themselves as always...because anything to embarrass themselves....
But that doesn’t mean that the design or build is good.
They’re mutually exclusive concepts
Disney Irish
Premium Member
There isn’t any artillery, I was agreeing with you. I also never mentioned the word “good” in my posts either.
Not everything is a battle...
TrainsOfDisney
Well-Known Member
ROTR isn’t 50% of the land though, it’s 50% of the attractions. The land itself is the problem. I’m hoping Florida makes the experience all it can be.
I think the land suffers from the stationary props more than anything.
I think the land suffers from the stationary props more than anything.
Disney Analyst
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Wait times quite high today. MF at 90, HyperSpace Mountain at 100.
Curious Constance
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Makes sense that a 42 year old ride would be more popular than a 42 day old ride.
Disney, you be dumb.
Disney, you be dumb.