In the space of just over a decade the Studios park has had Transformers, Simpsons Land, Diagon Alley, Too Fast Too Furious, Race Through New York, Bourne Stuntacular and Minion Land, and they’ve got the Dreamworks Land under construction. It feels like the park needs investment more than it should do, considering how much money has been spent on it.
I do think the atmosphere around Diagon Alley’s incredible and The Bourne Stuntacular is one of the best theme park shows out there. But some of their investments haven’t really moved the park forward, are too similar to other rides at the resorts, clash with the areas around them, and just haven’t had the longevity they needed.
I’m biased, because I watched The Simpsons a lot when I was a teenager, and I’ve never played Pokemon. It’s hard to judge something that’s just a rumour and where we haven’t seen any detailed plans. But I’m not too keen on the idea.
Food is a big part of Simpsons Land and part of the reason it’s been so successful is because food’s such a big part of the TV show. It really followed on well from the success of Harry Potter. Does Pokemon lend itself as well to themed food? I’ve not played the games, so it’s a genuine question.
It sounds like the Pokemon ride might be interactive.I have to admit, I’m not a fan of interactive rides, although that’s a personal preference. The Studios park already has two interactive rides, and they’re building at least one in Epic Universe, so I wouldn’t be voting for another one.
I’ve never played Zelda either, but the rocking boat system sounds really good, so that project would excite me a lot more.