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By prozach626 · Posted
Except it has one of the most mocked coasters around in relation to being in a parking lot. -
By prozach626 · Posted
That's a pretty looking ride so far. -
By Sportsdude360 · Posted
Pic courtesy of Jeffrey Siebert and Six Flags Over Texas! -
The King of Coasters Reclaims Its Crown: Why Project 90011 Has Me Counting Down to 2027 If you are a roller coaster enthusiast living in Southern California—or honestly, anywhere in the world—you know that Six Flags Magic Mountain isn't just a theme park. It is the holy grail. It is the "Thrill Capital of the World." For years, we have watched other parks make headlines, but the recent teasers dropping for the new coaster in Valencia have officially sent my hype levels into the stratosphere. We finally have concrete details on what is coming to the mountain, and let me tell you: this isn't just another loop-de-loop. This is a game-changer. The "Thrill Glider" Concept The most exciting part of this news is the hardware itself. According to the KTLA report, the new ride—codenamed Project 90011—is a suspended "Thrill Glider Coaster" designed by the Dutch manufacturer Vekoma. For those who haven't been following industry trends, seeing the name "Vekoma" attached to a major 2027 project is thrilling. Decades ago, the company was known for rougher, "head-banging" rides. But in recent years, they have undergone a massive renaissance, producing some of the smoothest, most innovative, and comfortable coaster experiences on the planet. The fact that Magic Mountain is investing in this specific, modern suspended model suggests we are in for a ride that focuses on the sensation of flight—pure, glass-smooth gliding—rather than just brute force. A Masterclass in Terrain Design One of the things that sets Magic Mountain apart from flat "parking lot" amusement parks is, well, the mountain. The best rides in the park (think Tatsu or Revolution) utilize the unique topography to create thrills you can't replicate on flat ground. That is exactly why I am obsessed with the location for this new project. The park has demolished the Golden Bear Theater to make room for the coaster. While it’s sad to lose a venue with such history (yes, including that legendary scene from This Is Spinal Tap), the trade-off is brilliant. The leaked plans suggest the coaster will use the theater’s hillside slope, weaving through the terrain. Imagine ascending a lift hill that hugs the mountainous landscape, then dropping into a series of sweeping turns and inversions that dive in and out of the natural geography. The renderings from enthusiasts suggest the ride will incorporate the old cement seating area of the theater into the terrain, meaning we might be flying directly over the "ghosts" of concerts past. It’s a brilliant way to mix park history with modern thrills. The Skyline Change Six Flags teased us with the caption, "The skyline won't be the same," and they aren't kidding. The footage of the blue track spread out on the dirt lot is a tangible promise of what's to come. In a park already crowded with steel giants, adding a suspended coaster that interacts with the skyline in a new way is going to visually refresh the entire center of the park. The Wait Will Be Worth It We now know the opening has been pushed from 2026 to 2027. While a delay is usually a bummer, in this case, I’m taking it as a positive sign. It means they aren't rushing. It means they are taking the time to get this complex terrain interaction right. With Universal Studios Hollywood building their “Fast & Furious” coaster down the road, the pressure is on. Magic Mountain knows they have to deliver something spectacular to keep their crown. This ride is being called one of the most ambitious projects the park has built in 20 years. That puts it in the same conversation as X2 or Tatsu. If Project 90011 delivers even half of what these plans promise, 2027 can't get here fast enough. -
https://ktla.com/news/local-news/six-flags-magic-mountain-teases-new-roller-coaster-here-are-the-plans/ Six Flags Magic Mountain teases new roller coaster. Here are the plans Construction hasn’t started yet, but Six Flags Magic Mountain continues to tease the public with small updates on its ambitious new roller coaster project. In a weekend post to social media, the Valencia, California, theme park shared footage of blue sections of the track spread out on a dirt lot with the brief caption: “The skyline won’t be the same.” Officially, Six Flags has shared very little about the new ride, which was originally expected to open in 2026 but has been pushed back to 2027. “We’ll have more on the coaster a little later this year and more construction movement,” a park spokesperson told KTLA on Tuesday. Coaster enthusiasts, however, have discovered the design plans in Los Angeles County’s electronic permitting website. see more at link: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/six-flags-magic-mountain-teases-new-roller-coaster-here-are-the-plans/
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By jedimaster1227 · Posted
Universal Studios Japan and The Pokémon Company have announced that new Pokémon experiences will be coming to Universal Studios Japan. These new experiences promise innovation and immersion and build upon the offerings that Universal and Pokémon have hosted at Universal Studios Japan since 2021. The announcement also hints that more Pokémon experiences will be added to Universal Destinations & Experiences properties across the globe. https://www.usj.co.jp/company/company_e/news/2026/0122/ Universal Studios Japan and The Pokémon Company today announced their plan to offer more innovative, immersive, and world-class Pokémon experiences. The project is part of Universal Studios Japan’s ongoing effort to enhance its offerings and bring fan-first, trip-driving characters to the park. Universal Studios Japan is proud to build on its prior success and bring to life the world of Pokémon in new and enriching ways for the first time. Following its debut in Japan, Universal Destinations & Experiences will deliver unique Pokémon experiences across the company’s global footprint. Further details about the project will be announced at a later date. Mark Woodbury, Chairman and CEO, Universal Destinations & Experiences “Collaborating with imaginative and inventive storytellers fuels our ability to create and deliver mind-blowing attractions and experiences that shatter guest expectations. The Pokémon Company is one of the most beloved interactive franchises in the world, and through our ongoing partnership, we will continue bringing its vibrant world to life in new and innovative ways for years to come.” Tak Murayama, Executive Vice President & General Manager, USJ LLC. “Since October 2021, Universal Studios Japan has been delivering Pokémon experiences such as parades and shows to guests from around the world. A bold new global project is set to begin at Universal Studios Japan, creating unprecedented and innovative experiences in collaboration with Pokémon—a beloved franchise born in Japan and cherished worldwide. We are proud to launch this journey from Japan, delivering extraordinary moments filled with surprise and excitement that will far exceed our guests’ expectations. We believe this global project will transcend traditional entertainment and contribute meaningfully to society, embodying the very spirit of ‘NO LIMIT!’” Tsunekazu Ishihara, President and CEO, The Pokémon Company "Since announcing our long-term alliance in 2021, we have collaborated with Universal Studios Japan to produce authentic Pokémon experiences such as the NO LIMIT! Parade and Halloween shows. As Pokémon celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, we are thrilled to launch this new project at such a significant milestone. Our mission is to enrich both the real and virtual worlds through Pokémon, and with this project, we aim to create theme park entertainment that surprises and delights fans around the globe." ABOUT UNIVERSAL DESTINATIONS & EXPERIENCES Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the world the most innovative, immersive and popular entertainment experiences. Our portfolio is comprised of world-class theme parks featuring the industry’s most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, exceptional hotels and resorts, unique merchandise, games, virtual and live entertainment experiences. We use our rich collection of stories and franchises – from Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and more – to take people to places they couldn’t imagine while creating memorable and emotionally fulfilling moments for people of all ages. Learn more here. ABOUT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN Universal Studios Japan is wholly owned by Comcast NBCUniversal. Universal Studios Japan has succeeded in establishing its position as a prominent entertainment and leisure landmark, drawing many guests from distant areas in Japan and overseas. Universal Studios Japan offers world-class entertainment, such as authentic attractions and shows, based not only on Hollywood blockbusters but also popular entertainment brands such as Japanese anime and a variety of seasonal events, entertaining its guests with the world’s highest quality entertainment. Through “Super Emotional” and “Super Exciting” experiences made possible only at Universal Studios Japan, all park visitors are given the opportunity to break out of their shells and be “Super Energized” in the “Super Energetic District” that is Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan has continued to evolve since its opening in 2001. It has recently accelerated its growth with the launch of world-class entertainment experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Flying Dinosaur, which soars through the entire Jurassic Park area, Minion Park, and the “Hacha Mecha Ride” where guests are able to enjoy the chaotic antics of the Minions, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, where guests can unleash their passion to play in an immersive environment based on world-renowned Nintendo characters and their worlds. ABOUT The Pokémon Company The Pokémon Company was established to manage the Pokémon brand. Currently, the company develops and produces video games, which is where Pokémon originates, as well as trading card games, animated TV series and movies, merchandise, tie-up promotions, events, and the Pokémon Center, directly managed Pokémon shops. -
By Doppel Looping · Posted
It is a combination that works well but i just wondered if it is worth changing it up. Maybe it is because you need a lot of height for an impressive immelmann, therefore it makes sense to start with it. -
The park's Facebook page posted a drone flyover video that follows the track built so far along the same path as a train. It is badass. -
Diving Machine G5 at Janfusun Fancyworld in Taiwan doesn't, but it also has no inversions period and literally is just the main drop, a turn, another tiny drop, then brakes. Oblivion at Alton Towers also does not, but also has no inversions. Otherwise, yes, all of the B&M dives have an immelmann as their first element (unless you count tunnels or splash downs as elements, since some of them have those). -
Pretty much haha.
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By Doppel Looping · Posted
Nice. it got me to wondering: do most, if not all drop coasters go from first drop to immelmann? -
^ So it'll be a choice between "Sphere View" or "Water View" rooms at that hotel. 😉 -
Honestly kills the view for anyone staying in that side of the hotel, and will undoubtedly make the amount of crashes on that stretch of I-495 (the major beltway used to bypass driving through Washington, DC itself) go from "absurdly frequent" to "near perpetual." But I'm excited to have something like that so close to me.
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It's a state of the art theatre/concert venue with cutting edge sound and video technology. It's impressive to see videos from the Sphere in Vegas. -
By Doppel Looping · Posted
is that like theatre in the round?
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