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Credit: DisneyEver since Walt Disney World Resort’s TRON coaster — officially called the TRON Lightcycle Run — was announced on July 15, 2017 at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, fans have been anxiously awaiting news regarding the thrill ride.
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Disney Parks fans have watched every detail of the construction process— including the delivery of the sleek ride vehicles — even waiting patiently throughout Walt Disney World Resort’s pandemic-related closure in 2020, and, now, finally, their patience is being rewarded.
Today, Guests at Magic Kingdom Park saw TRON being tested for seemingly the very first time. @aWDWfan shared a video from the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover and noted:
Tron Coaster testing going on at Magic Kingdom
Tron Coaster testing going on at Magic Kingdom pic.twitter.com/xYoWXCtB15
— aWDWfan (@aWDWfan) April 16, 2022
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The roller coaster was originally expected to open sometime during Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary celebration, which began October 1, 2021 and will continue into 2023.
Although Disney World officials have not confirmed an opening date for TRON, and it could very well open after the 50th celebrations end, testing is certainly a step in the right direction.
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Although there is no opening date for TRON Lightcycle Run at this time, the highly-anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind roller coaster at Disney World’s EPCOT Park will open to Guests on May 27, 2022.
More on TRON
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Based on the popular film franchise of the same name, TRON Lightcycle Run in Orlando will be heavily influenced by the TRON Lightcycle Power Run coaster at Shanghai Disneyland. This ride is officially described as:
Experience high-speed thrills and chills as the Grid comes alive in a heart-pounding race for survival. Created as a friendly way for “Programs” and “Users” to interact, the Power Run pits team against team in the quintessential quest to capture 8 Energy Gates and triumph over opponents.
Prepare for digitization after entering the portal—this is your access into the energy, lights and excitement of TRON’s high-tech universe. As you leave the real world behind, you’ll proceed to the games as a member of Team Blue, ready to compete against some of the Grid’s most menacing Programs.
Are you looking forward to riding the TRON coaster?
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