Good morning from Magic Kingdom, where crews are working on transforming the entrance for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. The attraction is currently closed for an extensive refresh, including a new entrance marquee. As you’ll see in our photos below, infrastructure work is underway for a new attraction marquee. Here’s the latest!
Construction Underway for New Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Attraction Marquee
While Walt Disney World has not released any information about what the new entrance to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will look like, we’ve been tracking the work since construction walls arrived in mid-January.
After construction walls were removed and the historical marquee was removed, crews dug up the pavement in front of the attraction. Now, infrastructure installation is underway for what we assume will be a new attraction marquee. Here’s a look from our ride on the PeopleMover this morning.
When it reopens, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will feature a number of upgrades. The attraction will not only feel refreshed, but it will likely feel brand new due to the following changes:
- Brand New Scene – As their adventure begins, guests will now be greeted by an all-new character! As a support-bot, Buddy makes sure departing Space Rangers are fully prepared for their mission, enthusiastically providing encouragement, final system checks on their Star Cruisers and a chance to hone their blaster aim.
- All-New Targets – The static Z targets found in the attraction today will be upgraded with new technology that will allow them to react and light up when hit. It also opens the door for a few other ideas Imagineers have in mind. Â
- Brand New Ride Vehicles – Star cruisers will also receive a face lift with a new design inspired by the colors of Buzz Lightyear and Star Command. Each enhanced vehicle will also now come equipped with video monitors that provide real-time scoring updates and other exciting features.
- Handheld Blasters – Each ride vehicle will now include handheld blasters for better aim, helping guests to score even more points. These new blasters will be perfect for younger riders, allowing them to participate more in the experience.
And, if you’ve ever wondered where you’re aiming (don’t worry, you’re not alone), these enhanced blasters will now include an always-on laser and come in two different colors per star cruiser, in addition to new lighting, sound and vibration effects, so players know where they’re aiming throughout the mission.
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