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Inside Look Released, Cast Member Previews Begin for Revamped Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

New footage spotlights the ride’s tech upgrades ahead of the April 8 reopening.

Overview

  • Disney published official photos and video revealing redesigned ride vehicles with onboard scoring screens and new handheld blasters featuring always-on lasers, vibration, and sound effects.
  • Cast Member playtests began on March 19 and continue into next week, following internal notices that preview windows run March 21–27.
  • The attraction’s public return remains scheduled for April 8 at Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland.
  • Interactive targets now react and light up on a hit, and refreshed scenes include a hyperspace tunnel with new projection effects showing Buzz Lightyear and Emperor Zurg.
  • A reworked opening introduces Buddy, a support-robot developed with Pixar input, and an updated PhotoPass image now captures each rider’s score and rank.