Matt 236
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Big Top (2016-2017)
Experiment 10
Creek Freak
Se7en
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I think if/when the parks reopen this year we will see similar measures to these, like the ones Legoland implemented by keeping those gaps or filling every other row on ride vehicles.
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Studio 13
8. Blair Witch (2018-present)
The Curse
Cabin in the Woods
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Disappointing but not surprising either. This project is a massive investment for the park and to delay it (as difficult it would seem) was likely the best thing the park could do. Even if/when the parks begin to reopen, it is unlikely visitor numbers would settle at expected levels due to previous things going on.
Will definitely a spring a visit for them for the future.
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Interesting discussion point.
A Tier- sorry don’t have anything here currently.
B Tier- Chessington, I’ve always loved Chessington and I think it captures a great selection of attractions for people to enjoy. I would’ve once put this in the F tier, but I am quite happy with a lot of the things they have been doing the last few years. Re-theming an ageing dark ride, giving their flume an update and also putting in some family rides amongst (hopefully) a new pirate ride. The place has been getting some new life recently.
C Tier- Alton Towers. They have an impressive coaster line up (bar Rita) which is amongst one of the best in Europe IMO. They also have some beautiful grounds/landscaping and two decent dark rides. Unfortunately they seriously lack shows and support attractions, which is greatly noticeable when several major breakdowns occur. The removal of flat rides over the years has taken it’s toll.
D Tier- Legoland Windsor- Currently Merlin’s gem and flagship asset (mentioning all Lego parks here). Most people on here aren’t the target audience, but they seemto be doing well for what they are offering. The park have definitely been receiving hefty investments with their Monster Party ride, a tiny coaster and a new area next year (supposedly). The only things that drag the park are it’s hefty queues and the landscaping isn’t as good as it used to be. However the TLC the park has received recently is refreshing to say the least.
F Tier- Thorpe Park- Surprise Surprise? No one is really surprised. This was the place to be in the noughties with it’s great choice in investment. Skip ahead ahead a decade and I can’t say the same. Poor choice of additions, consistency, TLC and direction have put the park in a stagnant position. Half the place is themed to horror and one of the best former family attractions Is little more than a statue behind a fence. It says a lot that the best attraction the park have added since Swarm is a set of bumper cars and that they now receive the mouse’s share of investment.
I haven’t been to Garda or Heide yet, but might well do one day.
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Big Top (2016-2017)
The Walking Dead: Living Nightmare
Blair Witch Project (2013-2016)Experiment 10
Creek Freak Massacre
The Asylum
Se7en
Saw Alive
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I think the ride during it’s second season (and first full year operating) was definitely at it’s best. The second VR was an Improvement, the new finale added that extra element (and was my favourite part of the ride), plus we still had that “live action” element between the two sections. I’m not saying it was perfect then (still a way off) but it was something.
Whatever happens to DBGT if/when the Park reopens is anyone’s guess, however with hygiene measures and the nature of the attraction, we could potentially see the attraction opened with “toned down” affects I.e no VR or the attraction temporarily/permanently closed. If the later happens, only time will tell if it reopens with an amended setup, receives a re-theme or is mothballed until eventual redevelopment.
It is no secret that DBGT has been a white elephant to the park. They spent a lot of money and resources on it, however it never truly paid off and has had little to no impact on gate figures as a result. It’s absence from the anniversary hoodie says it all.
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Beautiful. I can definitely see remnants from the sketches that went into the finished design such as the twisted tower in the final picture.
Tover Land is definitely an up and coming park and let’s hope they continue to develop. Was pleasantly surprised by the place when I visited last year.
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Second Attempt (I hope)
Terror AT Amity HighStudio 13
Blair Witch 2017
The Freezer
The Curse
10th Anniversary Actors
Cabin In The Woods
Big Top 2015
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Here goes something:
Studio13
Blair Witch 2018
The Curse
Cabin In The Woods
Big Top 2016+
Experiment 10
Creek Freek Massacre
Platform 15
VOID!
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Stealth (2)
Nemesis Inferno (4)
inferno+
Stealth-
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1 hour ago, SteveJ said:
Nostalgia but you didn't do it? I dont understand.
Old Vampire did look way better though!The above video has somewhat managed to give me a screenshot of what the ride was like then and how it worked. The wording was an error on my part.
from what I have seen from the ‘original’ Vampire, it definitely appeared fo have a greater atmosphere amongst being more theatrical.
I have done two suspended swingers with their original cars and whilst the swinging doesn’t seem significant it definitely has a more prominent appearance.
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Nemesis Inferno (5)
Rush (3)
Stealth (3)
The Swarm (3)
Vortex (1)
Nemy Inferno+
Vortex-
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Nemesis Inferno (3)
Quantum (3)
Rush (3)
Samurai (2)
Stealth (4)
The Swarm (3)
Vortex (3)
Nemesis Inferno +1
Samurai -1
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F.L.Y update via Phantasija
The project is definitely taking off now.
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52 minutes ago, JoshC. said:
It's good, but it aint Duel music is it Matt?
I haven’t forgotten. I promise. Just in a “high Priority” queue.
Appreciate the feedback though folks
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Efteling may still be closed for the time being, but that doesn’t stop the park giving us some beautiful drone footage.
Watching this makes me want to return here so badly.
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Depth Charge (3)
Detonator: Bomb's Away (3)
Mr. Monkey's Banana Ride (3)
Nemesis Inferno (4)
Quantum (3)
Rumba Rapids (3)
Rush (3)
Samurai (3)
Saw - The Ride (2)
Stealth (3)
Storm in a Teacup (3)
The Swarm (3)
Tidal Wave (3)
Vortex (3)
Nemesis Inferno +
Saw-
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Here goes:
1/ Taron (obviously)- for it’s layout and impressive scenery
2/ Black Mamba- remarkable surroundings and superb layout
3/ Helix- immense terrain and layout
4/ Balder- Ejector machine
5/ Baron 1898- quality immersive attraction
6/ De Vlieglande Hollander (Flying Dutchman)- Quality experience that is a water ride, coaster and dark ride all in one!
7/ Wodan Timburcoaster- ralentless machine with a great theme
8/ Euromir- one of the most unique coasters around
9/ Shambhala- forceful yet elegant
10/ Oziris- underrated invert with a quirky theme
11/ Pegasus Express (Asterix)- also underrated, fun ride
12/ Untamed*- This really packs a punch!
13/ Goliath*- Impressive it is
14/ Lech*- Vekoma have come a long way since SLCs
15/ Zadra*- RMC goodness
16/ Nemesis- there had to be a UK one in there somewhere and this is probably the best example
17/ Smiler- not for everyone, but I overhear a lot that American park fans like the look of it
18/ Taiga*- Another quality looking Intamin
19/ Fenix- quality wing rider with excellent landscaping
20/ Troy- Anothet quality woodie* = not experienced yet so going by reputation.
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Think it’s still a little ambitious of it being completed by then, even if “some of us” unintentionally mess up the game.
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Colossus (1)
Depth Charge (5)
Detonator: Bomb's Away (5)
Mr. Monkey's Banana Ride (5)
Nemesis Inferno (6)
Quantum (5)
Rumba Rapids (5)
Rush (5)
Samurai (6)
Saw - The Ride (5)
Stealth (5)
Storm in a Teacup (6)
The Swarm (5)
The Walking Dead - The Ride (5)
Tidal Wave (5)
Vortex (5)
Collosal Headache-
Storm in A Teacup+
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7 hours ago, Mattgwise said:
Game fixed. It was all @Wicker Matt's fault! 😂
It’s always my fault then. I have no idea how that happened but oh well.
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Amity Beach (5)
Angry Birds 4D Experience (5)
Colossus (5)
Depth Charge (5)
Detonator: Bomb's Away (5)
Flying Fish (4)
King Pig's Wild Hog Dodgems (5)
Mr. Monkey's Banana Ride (5)
Nemesis Inferno (6)
Quantum (6)
Rocky Express (5)
Rumba Rapids (5)
Rush (5)
Samurai (7)
Saw - The Ride (5)
Stealth (6)
Storm in a Teacup (5)
Storm Surge (5)
The Swarm (5)
The Walking Dead - The Ride (5)
Tidal Wave (5)
Timber Tug Boat (5)
Vortex (5)
Wet Wet Wet (0)
Zodiac (5)
WET WET WET OUT!RESET!
Amity Beach (5)
Angry Birds 4D Experience (5)
Colossus (5)
Depth Charge (5)
Detonator: Bomb's Away (5)
Flying Fish (5)
King Pig's Wild Hog Dodgems (5)
Mr. Monkey's Banana Ride (5)
Nemesis Inferno (5)
Quantum (5)
Rocky Express (5)
Rumba Rapids (5)
Rush (5)
Samurai (5)
Saw - The Ride (5)
Stealth (5)
Storm in a Teacup (5)
Storm Surge (5)
The Swarm (5)
The Walking Dead - The Ride (5)
Tidal Wave (5)
Timber Tug Boat (5)
Vortex (5)
Zodiac (5)
If we keep this pace going, we might get it completed in time for the 2021 season.
Derren Brown's Ghost Train: Rise of the Demon
in The Past
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In the early years, we could definitely class Thorpe as a theme. They had different areas set out with attractions themed among those. However as the park has changed in the last 20 years, we have seen larger/taller rides built up.
Given Thorpe isn’t massive and with this in mind, themed areas aren’t really necessary for the park anymore, but that’s not to say the park can’t theme attractions or places. Personally I would like to see them go down a route similar to Cedar Point. You have styled areas, but not necessarily ones that are themed!
Back to the ghost train. I think the logical thing would be to close the attraction until the park know what they are doing. Sure it’s cost them lots of money and means another closed attraction. However it’s caused more problems then it has solved for the park and the whole Covid19 pandemic overall, it would be pointless to open a now controversial attraction that is expensive and unreliable to operate, let alone the money lost since the pandemic.