Not such a long time ago, in a themed land far, far away (unless you live in or near Florida)ā¦
The hype for āThe Rise of Skywalkerā is over. But there has been an awakening at Disney World. Construction on Batuuās second signature attraction Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance is open to all. Meanwhile, visitors who have already braved Millennium Falcon: Smugglerās Run are returning to the faraway galaxy to help the Resistance battle the relentless First Order. Those who have yet to visit Galaxyās Edge are also being asked to join the fight!
6. About The Ride
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is a massive attraction. But itās perhaps also one of the most complex in Disney World. With four interconnecting ride systems that combine a trackless journey, a walk-through, a simulator and a drop, youāve never experienced anything quite like it. From start to finish the attraction is also bursting with life. State-of-the-art Audio-Animatronics, impressive set pieces and holographic technology await. And to add that finishing touch, thereās also the gloriously iconic score composed by the legendary John Williams himself.
5. Itās More Than Just A Ride
While the likes of impressive Audio-Animatronics, set pieces, actors and scores help bring an attraction to life, it would be nothing without an engaging story to thread all of those things together. And it wouldnāt be a āStar Warsā attraction without high stakes either. The Resistance need your assistance. Head over to Black Spire Outpost and undertake a secret mission. But when youāre captured by a First Order Star Destroyer, where youāll meet Kylo Ren and his First Order Troopers, donāt worry ā youāll have the likes of Rey and BB-8 on your side!
4. The Environment Is Out Of This World
To describe the attractionās environment and all its detail as anything short of striking would be punishable by a drop into a sarlac! As you traverse the varied path of this complex attraction, youāll be immersed into settings made famous by Disneyās sequel trilogy. Marvel as gargantuan AT-ATs tower over you in the dark, and as legions of First Order Troopers assemble for battle. Youāll be caught up in battle yourself, witness epic space fights and even meet Rey in hologram-form, as well as General Hux and Kylo Ren in the flesh!
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3. The Circle Is Complete
With Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance open, Star Wars: Galaxyās Edge is officially complete. With two signature attractions and a variety of eateries and merchandise outlets to choose from, Batuu really does feel like a living, breathing world. But with that said, there are bound to be more additions in the coming years. One that we do know about ā though it will actually be located near Disneyās Hollywood Studios ā is the new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience, set for launch in 2021.
2. Itās Family-Friendly
An all-new attraction means an all-new adventure. And an adventure is nothing without loud noises, drops and the odd slice of darkness (but donāt forget ā darkness rises and light to meet it). āStar Warsā is aimed at kids and adults alike, and so to no surprise so are the attractions. This one in particular welcomes all ā younglings, Padawans and Jedi Masters. Except for Baby Yodas. Naturally, thereās a height restriction, while others may be frightened by the loud noises and special effects. But thereās no better adventure to share with your fellow Resistance Fighters!
1. Star Wars: Datapad Gives You āUnlimited Powerā
Waiting in line for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance doesnāt need to be boring. In fact, thereās plenty to marvel at even without the Play Disney Parks mobile app. But while youāre in line, you may as well use it and turn wait time into play time with Star Wars: Datapad. With this powerful app youāll feel like youāre wielding the Force itself – if of course the Force allowed you to choose a side, gather intelligence, take on missions and hack transmissions. Yes, yes, we know, we know ā āthatās not how the Force worksā. Donāt miss the exhilarating intergalactic experience that is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Download the Play Disney Parks mobile app to prepare for battle, and visit our very own Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Mickey Travels to sign up to the Resistance.
The hype for the final movie in the saga might finally be over, but your real āStar Warsā adventure is yet to begin. So leave all that āmissingā to the Storm Troopers ā itās what they do best! And to half-quote Emperor Palpatine, ālong have you waited for thisāā¦