Charlesberg Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 These two factors are what divide theme park enthusiasts, there will be people who prefer roller coasters to dark rides or vice versa or maybe even both. As you may know by my signature as of November 2016, I prefer the physical feeling you get at amusement parks as opposed to the theme given. I'm not saying I don't like theme because when it's done with a good physical experience, I absolutely love it (e.g. Space Mountain: Mission 2 or Twilight Zone: Tower of Terror). To summarise, my top 15 isn't made by the theme of the roller coasters but instead the actual force by them. So my questions to you all: Do you prefer the feeling of being out of control and experiencing physical forces you may not normally encounter? Or do you prefer being immersed in a different world aside ours, being part of the fantasy that is the theme? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 For me I can enjoy both, I love Tower of Terror as much as I love Furius Baco (bring on the pitchforks). Cian and JoshuaA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 I find attractions than can get a good consistency of theming and forces make for preferred attractions. Taron, Wodan, Helix, Baron 1898 and Swarm are notable contenders there. I won't necessarily turn down an unthemed ride but it may not neccasariky be top ride material if simplistic styling doesn't appear to exist, take Balder, Python or Sonic Spinball for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshuaA Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 I definitely value theming over force for the most part. I like rides that can immerse me into its theme, like Arthur or The Smiler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieN Posted November 2, 2016 Report Share Posted November 2, 2016 I would say I value theme over force as I go to theme parks for the experience as opposed to just the physical rides. Having said that, I do have many parks on my bucket list with absolutely no theming - so it's not to say a ride can't be good if it isn't themed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Not mutually exclusive. Tower of Terror is a pretty good example of this; it is the absolute wonder that it is because of the theming over the ride system, but it is actually quite an extreme physical ride. Both have their place, but when they are combined is when the magic happens for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 If you pushed me I'd say themed but I like both. I love a themed experience and I love an intense one. Rides like Tower of Terror are the perfect blend of thrill ride and narrative/theme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L7123456 Posted November 18, 2016 Report Share Posted November 18, 2016 I much prefer theming over force on a rollercoaster, it is a very close call though! Theming adds to the experience which is what I take into account when reviewing a coaster. I'd definitely rather a ride with great theming and not as much force than heavy force and zero theming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDann Posted November 18, 2016 Report Share Posted November 18, 2016 Can't really put forward an argument that would be against voting for 'Both' unless you don't like Theming? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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