Could it be either a shop where they sell the wrist bands for the interactive area or be an entrance to the area which could have facades going the whole way around so you have to enter through the building to uncover a hidden fully emersive area.

^That idea sounds plausible, and I really think that entering through a building into the space would really add to the experience of it all. With them all being villains, you'd want to keep them in an enclosed area and not have it open where they could escape.

I'd love to see that 'portal' idea so you don't see the area from outside, but I don't think it's plausible as it would be a massive choke point - not to mention showstage being within the area it needs to be able to cope with large crowds for that as well (when and or if it is used besides FN). I'd love it to be enclosed but i think its smarter - even just from a safety perspective - that they leave it open. The wristband thing is the best point about it and clearly they'll need somewhere to issue those - I do hope it's not 'just another shop' full of the same stuff, and there is actually a point of difference, or conversely, perhaps with a dedicated outlet, there is less of a need for DC stuff to proliferate throughout the generic outlets.

I think the immersive theming will play a significant part in driving sales from (themed) merchandise and food and bev. Plus, the interactive elements will be another great revenue raiser if done well. I'm a strong believer that people will spend more when they don't feel like they are at a shopping mall but on an "adventure".

In terms of that new building, I reckon a shop. I hope they do add a sort of exterior wall/facades around the new DC land. It won't be a choke point if they don't slim down the pathways.

1 hour ago, Brad2912 said:

Really don't believe it will be a shop, given we currently have DC merch available in 5 other locations, including 2 specialised stores. 

but we don't have DOOMSDAY merc!

4 hours ago, bladex said:

deff a shop which you will exit into which they are hoping you'll buy their crap on the way out like SM, GL, WW and SDSC

What ride is SM? I'm drawing a complete blank

7 minutes ago, razza1987 said:

What ride is SM? I'm drawing a complete blank

Superman Escape. Although you can't buy items since your moneys in the locker....

^ or with friends/family

Edited June 15, 201610 yr by bladex

4 hours ago, AlexB said:

I'd love to see that 'portal' idea so you don't see the area from outside, but I don't think it's plausible as it would be a massive choke point - not to mention showstage being within the area it needs to be able to cope with large crowds for that as well (when and or if it is used besides FN). I'd love it to be enclosed but i think its smarter - even just from a safety perspective - that they leave it open. The wristband thing is the best point about it and clearly they'll need somewhere to issue those - I do hope it's not 'just another shop' full of the same stuff, and there is actually a point of difference, or conversely, perhaps with a dedicated outlet, there is less of a need for DC stuff to proliferate throughout the generic outlets.

Universal managed to do it and they have larger crowds than MW. They have done it with Diagon Alley and there is no sign even on the building that you have to walk through and this is to make it realistic. Plus US had attractions inside Diagon Alley.

 

Photos from the outside of the entrance.

and inside the "Portal"

this is very true, but let's also refer to the ongoing "safety standards" discussion about differences between Aus and other countries. Sure enough someone would probably find a way to make any 'enclosure' a 'fire hazard'.

7 hours ago, bladex said:

deff a shop which you will exit into which they are hoping you'll buy their crap on the way out like SM, GL, WW and SDSC

And like a bajillion other coasters around the world... you say this like it's something only MW does.

6 hours ago, Gary86 said:

Superman Escape. Although you can't buy items since your moneys in the locker....

Thanks that was what I thought it might be but that would make it SE not SM xd 

13 hours ago, Tim Dasco said:

They have done it with Diagon Alley and there is no sign even on the building that you have to walk through and this is to make it realistic.

But how many of the general public at MW walk into the JL area and not realize that there is a ride inside that building?

Not much new to see today. Few photos anyway 

Damn you tall people. I always get jealous because I can't take photos over the top of the dividers ?

Just been to MW to check out DD for the first time, and I must say the ride is much bigger than how it looks through photos. The whole area is looking great, and a few new things have been added since previous updates:

if only they would paint over that green camo

That art deco sculpt has me excited. It might be a relatively small piece in terms of the whole area, but it looks like it helps to really flesh out the theme of the precinct. It makes me wonder, however, if we could see future rides (such as WWF currently) getting refurbishments that bring them up to the calibre that we are seeing currently. After seeing what MW has on the table, I'm a little saddened by Superman Escape's beige box of a queue.

For all we know the ride could get some theming improvements/upgrades like in the queue line, during its longer maintenance period.

There was a lot of drilling etc coming from WWF today, but obviously cannot see anything with the partition being so far back down the area.

incident during HWSD - one of the Utes blew something, smoked up the entire arena to point you couldn't even see the video screen. Was only midway through the show, once the smoke cleared they played the 'trailer' which referenced many parts of the show (the race, fireball etc) that didn't actually happen, and then the show finished. The actors/crew did a great job tbh, and if you hadn't previously seen the show you probably wouldn't have realised you missed anything 

A few photos from yesterday.

On ‎15‎/‎06‎/‎2016 at 4:59 PM, Gary86 said:

Superman Escape. Although you can't buy items since your moneys in the locker....

Nice observation, maybe you should at least be able to keep a wallet in your back pocket, even if it reduces locker usage.

 

or put your wallet inside your undies

more photos soon from the Theme Park Ninja 

So long to build a flat ride imagine if the coaster is a big one how long that will take