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Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Debuts Modernized Gameplay Ahead of April 8 Reopening

Cast‑member previews highlight clearer, more responsive gameplay on the unchanged attraction.

Overview

  • Disney is running limited playtests for Cast Members and invited guests, with the public reopening confirmed for April 8 at Magic Kingdom.
  • Removable handheld blasters with always‑on lasers replace fixed units, giving each rider a distinct beam color to track aim.
  • Updated targets now light up to confirm hits in the shooter’s color, and Disney says the new system enables future gameplay ideas.
  • New XP37 Star Cruiser vehicles add personal score screens, sound and haptic feedback, and retain the manual spin joystick.
  • A support‑bot named Buddy appears in an opening training scene, and on‑ride PhotoPass images will now include each rider’s score and rank.