Six Flags Magic Mountain is a park of firsts. The first ride to go over 100mph (Superman). The first suspended coaster on the west coast (Ninja). The first 360 degree loop (The Great American Revolution). Now, in honor of that tradition, Six Flags Magic Mountain is introducing a renovated coaster, The New Revolution, with a distinctly new element. The attraction is going ‘virtual’.
As the finishing touches were being made to the renovated queue, MiceChat was invited to take a look at the new trains and a chance to preview the virtual experience component to the new attraction. Unlike the old, clunky tanks that had ridden the white rails, Six Flags is installing two completely new trains. Getting rid of the uncomfortable, retro-fitted over the shoulder restraints, the new trains for The New Revolution feature only a lap bar and a seat belt.
The track has been fully renovated as well, repainted with white tracks and blue supports.
As guests enter the station they can choose to ride with or without the headsets, but Sue Carpenter, Communications Manager for Six Flags Magic Mountain, reminds us, “Every seat is a front seat.” What a great point! Our minds raced with the myriad of possibilities.
We had a chance to wear a headset and sit, stationary, looking at the footage. It was very ‘Independence Day’ as a we were hoisted to a launch portal, sitting in the cockpit of a fighter jet. Emerging from the launch bay, a massive alien ship is revealed in the sky and friendly fighter jets scramble to the defense of the city below. Launching into the battle, we dive to the right and get pulled into the melee. That is just the beginning. High-definition imagery and storytelling syncs with the unique track configuration creating a one-of-a-kind seamless “real world” to “virtual world” thrill ride experience. Riders now become co-pilots seated in the cockpit of a true-to-life fighter jet, flying through a futuristic city while virtually engaged in a battle to protect Earth against alien invaders, all while racing over the 3,500 feet of twisting, turning, looping coaster track.
“Seated in sleek new red and white custom coaches, the epic battle begins. From the cockpit of the aircraft in an underground bunker, the massive vehicle quickly ascends up the lift hill through the bunker’s roof, onto the launch pad ready to take flight. Once cleared for takeoff, the heroic adventure commences as riders are forced to navigate dangerously through the narrow city streets, up and over skyscrapers while avoiding obstacles and incoming fire from alien drones. The battle intensifies at the edge of the skyline where the mother ship is revealed ominously hovering above. Heavily protected by drones, the mission is clear, penetrate and destroy the mother ship to save the Planet.”
Six Flags Season Pass Holders will have the chance to experience The New Revolution before it opens to the public beginning March 26. Reservations will be taken with information coming out soon. For a limited time, 2016 Six Flags Magic Mountain Season Passes are on sale for the same price as a one-day general admission and include unlimited visits now through the entire 2016 season with NO blackout dates. Purchase four or more Passes and receive a FREE upgrade to a COMBO Pass that includes a FREE Hurricane Harbor Season Pass. Additional Season Pass perks include free tickets for friends, park admission to Fright Fest, Holiday in the Park and more. Season Passes can be purchased at the main gate ticket booths or online at sixflags.com. Online Pass purchases are eligible for low monthly payments through the Membership program.
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