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Old 10-18-2007, 03:07 PM   #1
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Red face TOY STORY MANIA

WHERE WILL THIS BE WHAT WILL IT OFFER AND WHEN WILL IT OPEN


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Old 10-18-2007, 03:17 PM   #2
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It will be a ride in MGM Studios. It's going in the location that used to be occupied by "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire - Play It!"
It's going to be along the lines of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, where you will be in a car and will have to shoot targets.
It's scheduled to open in 2008, March or April....
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I think it sounds cool! Won't get to see it this year... hmmmm... note to self: plan a trip for 2008 .
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I am so glad that they are doing more with the Toy Story Characters- I love BUZZ but I look forward to more entertainment that includes the whole cast
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it's often compared to buzz, but the technology is way beyond that (although i've heard they've been having some issues with it which is why it gets delayed every now and then).. the last update was that it's opening summer 2008

for some good basic info, see Toy Story Mania - Disney's Hollywood Studios Information and Guide
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We LOVE Toy Story but it looks like we'll miss this ride. We're going this December and I doubt we'll go back next year. Bummer!!
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I am looking forward to trying it next October!!!
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I hope it's open in June 2008 because I would love to check it out.
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Sorry to hear about a delay in the opening. We'll be there in March. I guess I can keep my fingers crossed!
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I've been putting photos of it under my updates here: MouseSteps - Park/Resort Updates

as it's gone up. I am looking forward to it being ready next year!
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They can delay until about Sept...I can't wait to check it out in October!
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I'm crossing my fingers that it will be up and running for our June 2008 trip.
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