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As though I needed an excuse to go to Starbucks! lol

^ Falcon's opened in 2014, didn't it?

^ I hope so. I'm very much looking forward to it coming back, but I'm also a little cautiously optimistic about it.

Sort of hoping the name changes now just so we can get video of this... *Instantly regrets making promise about devouring one's own foot* I hope my big toe tastes like a McNugget when deep fried... Deep fried? We're just gonna rip that sucker right off and you'll eat it RAW!

I think mine is most certainly going to be Wicked Cyclone. That ride was amazing!

Because everyone loves old-school Schwarzkopf Shuttle Loops!

Sort of hoping the name changes now just so we can get video of this...

Lots of new rides opened in 2015! What was your favorite? Twisted Colossus? Wicked Cyclone? Cannibal? Thunderbird? Justice League Battle for Metropolis? Voyage to the Iron Reef? Karnan? Impulse? Post your favorite! GO!

You are also forgetting that the game is not done, and optimization is one of the LAST things you do, because if you do it early on, you just need to do it all over again. I remember when we were making one of the Call of Duty games, it ran like CRAP up until the last few weeks of development. If the frame rate is your biggest issue based on an alpha demo, then you're looking at the wrong things.

I'm assuming being in Japan and being at one of the more mainstream parks, probably not...but you never know!

Yeah, I mean it would almost be impressive if they actually ended up worse... or even equally as bad. That would take a TON of effort!

That is just... I don't even know! LOL

^ Awesome!

What model are you talking about? Do you mean one of the more recent park models? Personally, as much as people gave the parks crap for putting them in (you know after years of also complaining that the parks need for flat rides), I actually like those rides. I think they are fun and comfortable and provide a decent enough thrill. If you're talking the older school traveling carnival model, those seats aren't quite as comfy and it also depends on the group that is setting up the ride. There could be a lot of different variety in those. Hope that helps!

Universal Orlando is expanding their resort even more! UNIVERSAL’S CABANA BAY BEACH RESORT ANNOUNCES GUEST ROOM EXPANSION 400 new rooms coming to Universal Orlando’s incredibly popular retro-themed hotel in 2017 ORLANDO, Fla. (Aug. 31, 2015) – Universal Orlando Resort and Loews Hotels & Resorts are excited to announce an expansion of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Four-hundred new rooms will be added to the retro-themed hotel due to its tremendous success and positive guest response since opening in March 2014. Opening in 2017, the expansion will consist of two additional towers that will be located at the south end of the property, adjacent to the Continental and Americana guest towers. In addition to the remarkable amenities and on-site benefits, select rooms in the new towers will offer spectacular views of Universal’s Volcano Bay – the resort’s third incredibly immersive park that will forever change the perception of water theme parks when it opens in 2017. The retro-inspired Cabana Bay is a destination within itself – featuring a stunning design with bold colors and sweeping vistas that transport guests back to a time of relaxation and endless family fun. Cabana Bay guests can experience remarkable amenities, including two zero-entry pools, a waterslide, a lazy river, a 10-lane bowling alley and more. With 900 existing standard guest rooms and 900 existing family suites, guests can choose between two incredible room options. The family suite is a unique room option that sleeps up to six people and includes two queen size beds, a full-size pull-out sofa, a kitchenette area, a sliding partition for privacy, two flat-screen TVs and a compartmentalized bathroom with preparation spaces for three people at once. Cabana Bay guests also get exclusive benefits only available to on-site hotel guests at Universal Orlando, including Early Park Admission one hour before the theme parks open and complimentary transportation to and from Universal Orlando’s two incredible theme parks and Universal CityWalk.

I never get tired of looking at SoB demolition photos! lol

Interesting how some of the park looks VERY well themed, but other parks of it look kinda crappy. Nice report, though!

Ugh. Merida is one of my least favorite characters. Hated Brave...HATED it! That just made me look forward to this next season even less...

Dude, New Years Eve WCB. At the stroke of midnight Xcelerator launches with tons of pyrotechnics erupting along the launch and up the tower. Just sayin... I'm totally down for doing it as long as you are willing to pay for it!

Yes, we usually do. Can't guarantee it will be the same time of year, though.

Since I know not everyone here checks the games forum, but we probably have many Roller Coaster Tycoon fans...please take a look at this: http://themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1627253#p1627253 Also, please keep comments, etc in that thread. No need to have two threads about the same subject, but I wanted to alert you guys to this!

Tom just sent me a bunch more photos & an awesome gameplay video! Check this out! I'm honestly shocked...and very HAPPY that Atari took the advice of everyone who posted that the original game looked terrible, hired a new developer, and started making something that actually looks like it belongs in the RCT World! (Get it?) Congrats to them! It doesn't happen very often!

Phoenix Phall Phunfest has expanded to TWO DAYS with the first evening ERT open ONLY to club members! Click for Details: http://www.knoebels.com/plan-your-visit/events/phoenix-phall-phunfest/phoenix-phall-phunfest-submissions~form.aspx Club TPR Members are able to purchase tickets! If you're not a Club TPR Member, you can join here: www.clubtpr.com Check out this email we just got from Knoebel's about this year's event! I just wanted to reach out to provide some info for this year’s Phoenix Phall Phunfest on October 9-10! Something you might notice as out of the ordinary for PPP is an exclusive Friday night event. Because we can’t open this event (which includes ERT on Impulse and light refreshments) to the general public, pre–registration is required for this year’s event. You can find more info and the registration form here: www.knoebels.com/phunfest. Ride packages are available to the general public. However, the Phunfest package is available to only card-carrying members of pre-approved enthusiast groups (which is why you received this email), and add: the Impulse Exclusive Event on Friday evening, two slices of Cesari's Pizza, a soft drink, a game ticket and a Haunted Mansion ticket. We're excited for our PPP friends to experience a fun-filled Friday evening event in addition to the always-thrilling Saturday events, and are happy to answer any questions you or any other members of your group might have! Please feel free to share this information with anyone in your group! Hopefully see you in October!

Down to about 15 tickets left for West Coast Bash! Get them here: http://www.themeparkreview.com/store/index.php?categoryID=22

Down to about 15 tickets left for West Coast Bash! Get them here: http://www.themeparkreview.com/store/index.php?categoryID=22