Alien Encounter

mduarte13 · 09-07-2003

Can those of you who have been on Alien Encounter tell me just how intense/scary this is? I have no intentions of allowing my 8 year old on, but trying to decide if it's worth it for me to go on....

YzmaPapa · 09-07-2003

well right now it is down for refurbishment, and the rumor is a stitch theme will be added. If that's the case, I believe your son will enjoy it!

Hope that helps,
Yzma

**DisneyTeacher** · 09-07-2003

I didn't think it was at all scary but it could be to little kids. It was lame in my opinion. I was expecting more from it. Been there, done that and haven't been back. If you have never done it and you have a chance you sould do it once but I wouldn't wait in a long line to do it.

LRTJS · 09-07-2003

I honestly can't stand for there to be anything at DW I haven't tried once. It is not my favorite but as rumor has it that it will close soon I would go on if you get a chance. I really didn't find it scary but an 8 year old probably would.....unless they really like that sort of thing.;)

DisneyAnne · 09-07-2003

I will tell you that I was totally scared.... mind you, all I had heard were stories of how awful it was... after I did it, I was kinda like, "That was it?" I am a scaredy cat and hate to be scared. I personally, wouldn't take my 10-year-old on it, but that is just me. My hubby might overide that... he loves to be scared. :nervous

GrumpyDad · 09-07-2003

My younger DS and I tried it the year it opened. I think he was around 15 at the time. We both totally enjoyed it, but I have not been back on it since. My oldest DS went on it last year, he is really into stagecraft and thought the production and technique were very good, but that it was not as scary as I had made it out to be. My younger DD is 13 this year and really wants to try it when we go in Nov, I guess I will have to go along with her. :hmmm

I would say the only downside was the poor very young children whose parents disregarded the warnings and who were screaming to be let out, I felt really badly for them as there is no panic exit once the "show" starts.

While the attention to detail and the imagineering that went into is definitly first rate, this ride never really felt "Disney" to me, a little too "dark" for my taste.

But then I really love IASW so how sane can I be!
-harry

Quidam · 09-08-2003

I'm a 'grown up', have been on it twice and have mixed feelings.

On my first visit, I thought that it was scary and that the effects had a good psychological impact. I also felt that the scene where the fuzzy critter gets fried was in poor taste.

On my second visit, we were near two children (6-9?) and their parents. The kids were crying before entering the pre-show and were hysterical as the regular show started. It was upsetting to see the parents laughing at the conditions of their children.

I will not ride again.

mduarte13 · 09-08-2003

That'a terrible that a parent would do that....I would not even think about bringing my just turned 8 year old dd on that ride. She has such a vivid imagination that I know she would be completely hysterical. If a child is crying before even getting into the pre-show, I would hope the CM's at disney would step in and not let them on (since obviously the parent's did not have enough maturity to let them skip it).

iluvwdw · 09-08-2003

I personally wouldn't bring an 8 year old on this ride, unless you know for sure your child is not scared of anything! The first time I went on, I was a bit scared!!!! I mean, I KNOW it isn't real, but for some children it could DEFINITELY be scary! I am glad I was able to do it, but as DT said, I wouldn't wait on a long line to do it again! :dazed

SilentRascal · 09-08-2003

To be perfectly honest and somewhat blunt.......Alien Encounter stinks. There isn't anything about it that's even remotely scary or thrilling. The effects used are lame and cheesy, and I walked out of there thinking "why did I waste my time?" I was more impressed by the robot out from the wait queue than I was with the animatronic alien inside. It's extremely lame and an attraction I wouldn't think twice about walking past and not into.

disneydana · 09-08-2003

I love AE and would recommend doing it. It's way too intense for children, but I thought it was scary in a fun way for adults. During rehab if they change it, I'm sure I'll like the new attraction but will be a little sad and disappointed because this is one of my favorites!

mickaholic4077 · 09-08-2003

I remember after the first time I went on AE I thought This is all there is to it???? I rarely if ever go on it anymore.

crystalrp · 09-08-2003

I thought it was very scary the first time I went on it. Every time since then, I just laugh thru it. I enjoy AE. The one time I didnt enjoy it was when I had my DS, who was 7 at the time, with me. The worst part is that you are pinned into your seat so you cant put your arm around your child to comfort him/her. I just kept telling him it was only pretend. (which isnt easy either since some parts are very loud and it seems there is alot going on) He was scared but not traumatized. He went on again this past May, he is 9 now, and he enjoyed it since he knew exactly what to expect. It did still jump him a few times though.

MrDisneyfan1 · 09-08-2003

I have mixed opinions about AE. I loved it when I first went on! I thought the effects were great, the breathing on the neck, the splatters, the complete darkness. But now we know whats coming, it looses some of the thrill. I will not bring my 6 year old on for now. Hey,if your children get upset on Snow White or the Alien part of the Great Movie Ride...stay away from this!
Den:nooo:

jwdj4lfe · 09-09-2003

I just returned from disney world on Saturday and I rode Alien Encounter. I have riden it about 3 times now and everytime I get alittle jumpy. I know everything that happens and I know Im in disney world and that there really IS'NT an alien lose in the room but the effects make it so realistic! If you can sit through a scary looking carnivous alien running amock while you are held down in is seat by a shoulder bar thingie with the alien "breathing" on you and having "blood" squirted on you, then you can survive the ride! lol In other words, if you dont like being scared, minor gore or have problems with darkness then I wouldnt ride it. lol.

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mduarte13 Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 125	Alien Encounter Can those of you who have been on Alien Encounter tell me just how intense/scary this is? I have no intentions of allowing my 8 year old on, but trying to decide if it's worth it for me to go on.... __________________

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YzmaPapa Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 214	well right now it is down for refurbishment, and the rumor is a stitch theme will be added. If that's the case, I believe your son will enjoy it! Hope that helps, Yzma __________________ All-Star Music...Sept 1999 Port Orleans....Sept 2000 All Star Music...Sept 2002 Pop Century.....Dec 2003 Caribbean Beach....August 2005 All Star Music....August 2006 All Star Music....October 2008

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DisneyTeacher Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: WDW in my dreams Posts: 18,305	I didn't think it was at all scary but it could be to little kids. It was lame in my opinion. I was expecting more from it. Been there, done that and haven't been back. If you have never done it and you have a chance you sould do it once but I wouldn't wait in a long line to do it. __________________ ~Stephanie~ 1993 Caribbean Beach Resort ~ 1996 Caribbean Beach resort ~1997 Caribbean Beach Resort ~2003 Wilderness Lodge ~2004 Beach Club Resort/Shades of Green/Pop Century~ 2005 Wilderness Lodge Resort/Beach Club Villas ~ 2006 Saratoga Springs Resort~2007 Port Orleans French Quarter/Beach Club Villas/Boardwalk Villas ~ 2007 Port Orleans Riverside~ 2008 Wilderness Lodge/Beach Club Villas~2008 Beach Club Villas~2009 Hilton Head Island~ 2009 Beach Club Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Beach Club here we come 242 days 3 hours 48 minutes Last edited by DisneyTeacher; 09-07-2003 at 06:12 PM.

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LRTJS Southern Disney Belle Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,403	I honestly can't stand for there to be anything at DW I haven't tried once. It is not my favorite but as rumor has it that it will close soon I would go on if you get a chance. I really didn't find it scary but an 8 year old probably would.....unless they really like that sort of thing.;) __________________ Laughter is timeless,Imagination has no age, and dreams are forever! SUPER SOAP WEEKEND!!!!! DW Trip 30 ....CSR ROCKS!! French Quarter All Star Sports All Star Music Pop Century ^i^ * Postcard Pixie * ^i^ ~ Sharing the Disney magic ~ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Thanksgiving Trip what a way to give thanks!! Last edited by LRTJS; 09-19-2003 at 01:03 PM.

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DisneyAnne Palmetto Pixie Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,148	I will tell you that I was totally scared.... mind you, all I had heard were stories of how awful it was... after I did it, I was kinda like, "That was it?" I am a scaredy cat and hate to be scared. I personally, wouldn't take my 10-year-old on it, but that is just me. My hubby might overide that... he loves to be scared. :nervous __________________

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GrumpyDad Mouse Meister Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oak Park, IL Posts: 1,182	My younger DS and I tried it the year it opened. I think he was around 15 at the time. We both totally enjoyed it, but I have not been back on it since. My oldest DS went on it last year, he is really into stagecraft and thought the production and technique were very good, but that it was not as scary as I had made it out to be. My younger DD is 13 this year and really wants to try it when we go in Nov, I guess I will have to go along with her. :hmmm I would say the only downside was the poor very young children whose parents disregarded the warnings and who were screaming to be let out, I felt really badly for them as there is no panic exit once the "show" starts. While the attention to detail and the imagineering that went into is definitly first rate, this ride never really felt "Disney" to me, a little too "dark" for my taste. But then I really love IASW so how sane can I be! -harry __________________ . Jan 2008 Yacht Club ~* Jan 2007 Caribbean Beach Dec/Jan 2005/2006 Disney Poly / Disney Wonder New Years Trip Nov 2003 - Caribbean Beach ~* Nov 2002 – Coronado Springs ~ Feb 2001 – Boardwalk Feb 2000 – Swan ~~~~~ Feb 1999 – Yacht Club ~~~ Jan 1998 – Boardwalk Feb 1997 – Yacht Club ~~~ Jan 1996 – Beach Club ~~~ May 1995 - Swan Feb 1995 – Dixie Landings ~*~ May 1994 – Dolphin

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Quidam Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Western MA Posts: 104	I'm a 'grown up', have been on it twice and have mixed feelings. On my first visit, I thought that it was scary and that the effects had a good psychological impact. I also felt that the scene where the fuzzy critter gets fried was in poor taste. On my second visit, we were near two children (6-9?) and their parents. The kids were crying before entering the pre-show and were hysterical as the regular show started. It was upsetting to see the parents laughing at the conditions of their children. I will not ride again. __________________ This ain't no party...This ain't no disco...This ain't no foolin' around...

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mduarte13 Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 125	How awful That'a terrible that a parent would do that....I would not even think about bringing my just turned 8 year old dd on that ride. She has such a vivid imagination that I know she would be completely hysterical. If a child is crying before even getting into the pre-show, I would hope the CM's at disney would step in and not let them on (since obviously the parent's did not have enough maturity to let them skip it). __________________

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iluvwdw BLT for me! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Floral Park Village (Long Island), NY Posts: 7,412	I personally wouldn't bring an 8 year old on this ride, unless you know for sure your child is not scared of anything! The first time I went on, I was a bit scared!!!! I mean, I KNOW it isn't real, but for some children it could DEFINITELY be scary! I am glad I was able to do it, but as DT said, I wouldn't wait on a long line to do it again! :dazed __________________ Kim LIFE IS JUST BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A DISNEY TRIP PLANNED! 1997 Double Tree ~ 1998 Vistana ~ 1999 April Vistana ~ 1999 July Vistana ~ 1999 Sept All Star Movies ~ 2000 Vistana ~ 2001 Vistana ~ 2002 Vistana ~ 2003 Aug Vistana ~ 2003 Dec All Star Sports, Polynesian & OKW ~ 2004 Feb Vistana ~ 2004 Dec Vistana ~ 2005 Vistana/All Star Music 2006 SSR and Vistana Villages ~ 2007 Sheraton Safari, Vistana, POP Century ~ 2008 Vistana Villages, Animal Kingdom Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our First Stay at BLT as DVC Members - President's Week 2010! 82 days 22 hours 18 minutes

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SilentRascal Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Not close enough to WDW Posts: 229	To be perfectly honest and somewhat blunt.......Alien Encounter stinks. There isn't anything about it that's even remotely scary or thrilling. The effects used are lame and cheesy, and I walked out of there thinking "why did I waste my time?" I was more impressed by the robot out from the wait queue than I was with the animatronic alien inside. It's extremely lame and an attraction I wouldn't think twice about walking past and not into. __________________ "Oh please. A pinky no more needs a ring than a neck needs a gold medallion." - Dr. Frasier Crane Resort Stays: Polynesian (2x), Wilderness Lodge (2x), Boardwalk Villas (1x), Caribbean Beach Resort (1x), Fort Wilderness Campground (1x), Offsite (1x)

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disneydana Big Cheese Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: atlanta Posts: 645	I love AE and would recommend doing it. It's way too intense for children, but I thought it was scary in a fun way for adults. During rehab if they change it, I'm sure I'll like the new attraction but will be a little sad and disappointed because this is one of my favorites! __________________ GO HOKIES!!

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mickaholic4077 Currently in Timeout! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 90 miles from The Mick!!!!! Posts: 6,181	I remember after the first time I went on AE I thought This is all there is to it???? I rarely if ever go on it anymore.

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crystalrp Mouse Meister Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: skowhegan, maine Posts: 1,235	I thought it was very scary the first time I went on it. Every time since then, I just laugh thru it. I enjoy AE. The one time I didnt enjoy it was when I had my DS, who was 7 at the time, with me. The worst part is that you are pinned into your seat so you cant put your arm around your child to comfort him/her. I just kept telling him it was only pretend. (which isnt easy either since some parts are very loud and it seems there is alot going on) He was scared but not traumatized. He went on again this past May, he is 9 now, and he enjoyed it since he knew exactly what to expect. It did still jump him a few times though. __________________ 1972~off site 1982~Contemporary 1998~Port Orleans 1999~Caribbean Beach/Disney Magic 2001~Dixie Landings/Disney Wonder 2003~Wilderness Lodge/Disney Wonder 2004~POFQ and AKL

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MrDisneyfan1 Mouse Meister Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,287	I have mixed opinions about AE. I loved it when I first went on! I thought the effects were great, the breathing on the neck, the splatters, the complete darkness. But now we know whats coming, it looses some of the thrill. I will not bring my 6 year old on for now. Hey,if your children get upset on Snow White or the Alien part of the Great Movie Ride...stay away from this! Den:nooo: __________________ As a Connecticut Annual Pass Holder some of our highlights were: Port Orleans - Engaged Wilderness Lodge - Honeymoon Dolphin & boardwalk Treehouse Villa (great free upgrade!) Old Port Royal & Animal Kingdom Lodge Cabins & The Disney Wonder Disney Wonder & PC 2004 Disney's Grand Californian 2005 DISNEYLAND HONG KONG 2006 BEST DISNEY MOMENT: Navigating the Mark Twain throught the Rivers of America at Disneyland and sounding the whistle!!

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jwdj4lfe Mouse Meister Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orlando, Fl UCF Posts: 1,089	I just returned from disney world on Saturday and I rode Alien Encounter. I have riden it about 3 times now and everytime I get alittle jumpy. I know everything that happens and I know Im in disney world and that there really IS'NT an alien lose in the room but the effects make it so realistic! If you can sit through a scary looking carnivous alien running amock while you are held down in is seat by a shoulder bar thingie with the alien "breathing" on you and having "blood" squirted on you, then you can survive the ride! lol In other words, if you dont like being scared, minor gore or have problems with darkness then I wouldnt ride it. lol. __________________ "Here is the world of imagination, hopes and dreams. In this timeless land of enchantment...magic and make believe are reborn-and fairy tales come true"- Walt Disney Collector of WDW Resorts... Animal Kingdom Lodge, Contemporary, Port Orleans FQ, All Star Sports, Music and Movies,Pop Century, Fort Wilderness Campground and counting... GO KNIGHTS