Disney has finally lifted the veil on the upcomingRise of the Resistance ride. Disney says the ride is one of the “most ambitious, advanced and immersive experiences ever” done by their crew, which sounds pretty crazy right off the bat. TheStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edgeattraction is also one of the largest Disney has ever created. Its massive show building is a world unto itself, housing two full-size AT-AT walkers and a Star Destroyer hangar bay - complete with a TIE fighter and a garrison of Stormtroopers - plus more thrills and surprises. Disney had this to say about Rise of the Resistance.
“When it opens, this harrowing adventure will blur the lines between fantasy and reality and will put you in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance. You will join the Resistance and depart from Batuu in a transport ship to meet General Leia Organa at a secret rendezvous point. Along the way, however, you will be captured by a First Order Star Destroyer. The action then ramps up as you seek to escape the clutches of Kylo Ren and the First Order - with the help of some heroes of the Resistance.”
This newStar Warsride features BB-8 and a 3D hologram of Rey (Daisy Ridley) as they approach visitors with a mission. After that, visitors will need to board the troop transport ship and embark on said mission. According to early reactions, there are multiple missions for guests to experience, which is another selling point to make a return visit toStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edgeif you’ve already visited before.
Fans were not happy to learn thatStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edgewas not going to unveil Rise of the Resistance until later. The ride doesn’t open until December 5th in Orlando and January 17th atDisneylandin Anaheim. With that being said, it sounds like the longer wait is going to be worth it. According to some lucky members of the press to experience the ride, it pretty much puts you inside aStar Warsmovie, which sounds great.
If that wasn’t enough to get you excited for the Rise of the Resistance ride, it has also been hailed as “groundbreaking” and “historic.” It sounds like the upcoming ride is going to deliver on the promise thatStar Wars: Galaxy’s Edgeinitially made. Some of the reactions to the new area of the Anaheim park have been pretty muted and attendance has not been what anyone was expecting.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edgeopens up later this week at theOrlando park, so it will be interesting to see how many people make the visit. If you’re flying out to make the pilgrimage, make sure you don’t take one of the thermal detonator Coke bottles on your return flight. The TSA has recently banned them and will not let them on any flights. With that being said, you’re more than welcome to bring a custom Lightsaber on board. you’re able to watch the teaser video for the Rise of the Resistance ride below, thanks to theDisney Parks YouTubechannel.
