Transformers: The Ride

Universal announced today that in 2011 they will be launching a Transformer theme park ride at their Hollywood and Singapore theme parks. Following the success of last years live action Transformers movie, Universal obviously has a lot of faith in the franchise, with the sequel out next year and the third movie probably due in 2010 or 2011 (the latter is more likely in my opinion, since the theme park rides would launch on the back of the movie hype).

From the article:

The attraction will fuse 3D-HD media, mega special effects and stunning robotics with a ride system that will transform perceptions of theme park experiences. The rides are scheduled to make their debuts in early 2011, first at Universal Studios Singapore and then at Universal Studios Hollywood. In "Transformers," Earth's humans are caught in the middle of an intergalactic war between the friendly Autobots and the evil Decepticons, which are able to change into a variety of objects, including cars, trucks, planes and other technological creations.

Tom Williams, Chairman and CEO, Universal Parks & Resorts, said: "'Transformers' will be a jewel in our collection of world-class rides based on great movies. We're thrilled to be collaborating with Hasbro, DreamWorks, director Michael Bay and the film's executive producer, Steven Spielberg, who has been responsible for so many of our signature rides and attractions." Steven Spielberg serves as creative consultant to Universal Parks & Resorts and has worked closely with the company in the creation of some of the world's most innovative theme park attractions. Those attractions include Jurassic Park-the Ride, a featured attraction at UP&R parks in Orlando, Hollywood and Japan, the E.T. Adventure at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Japan, and the "War of the Worlds" sets at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Sounds like this this ought to be a good ride, guess I'll have to plan a holiday to Hollywood in 2011 :)


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Transformers Attraction Coming to Universal's Parks