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I think this article is written from a very biased view against the E. T. Adventure Ride at Universal. I went for the first time this year and E. T. Was my favorite ride at Studios park. The ride is unique in the fact that it's a classic, multigenerational attraction that uses animatronics instead of 3D screens. The movie E. T. is my favorite Spielberg film because of it's solid message and extraordinary character development. I think E. T. is one of the strongest rides at Universal Studios Park because it's the only remaining opening day attraction. People are already upset about the removal of other classic rides like Kongfrontation, Back to the Future, Jaws, and Earthquake. Therefore removing E.T. would be a huge mistake. I can't believe how this article accused E. T. of being the weakest link in the park because it's one of the best and if you need new subject matter of what is the weakest link in the park how about you hate on The Simpsons, Jimmy Fallon Race Through NY, or Fast and Furious for awhile. All 3 of those rides are less than impressive and from everything I've heard have much smaller fanbase than E. T. Adventure. I don't think E. T. Adventure is a weak attraction and I would be rather unhappy if they announced.its permanent closure. I think alot of other fans and parkgoers share my love for E. T. Adventure. Long live E. T. !!!
I think the attraction just needs a good refresh. Update the sound, the scenes, the animatronics give it some good love and attention. ET is a great attraction and I hope it doesn’t leave.
I believe your comment is biased even more than the one you commented on, I am 45 years old. Just went to universal for the first time in my life with my grade school children, and always wanted to ride the rides of my childhood, was very disappointed when back to future and Jaws were not there, I remember visions of the rides as a kid and couldn't wait to experience for myself. However when I rode E.T just this past month August 2022 it was the most disappointing experience ever. It was thee weakest ride there and it absolutely felt old and antiquated. Nothing about the ride was exciting.
I totally disagree with you about the Jimmy Fallon ride it was the only ride me and mu famiky rode twice, now F and F was unimpressive as well, but the Simpsons was halfway decent, my kids enjoyed it and they are not fans of the show.