Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship Introduces Cutting-Edge Video Game Technology
Disney Cruise Line now has two brand new $1 billion ships sailing the Caribbean, the Disney Magic and the Disney Fantasy. Both ships feature the latest technology, including video game experiences that cannot be found anywhere on land. The following videos will showcase some cool gaming tech aboard the new Disney Fantasy ship.Goofy’s Sports Simulator takes gaming a step beyond anything on Kinect. In this game, passengers use real footballs, basketballs, baseballs and even hockey pucks to interact with a video game Goofy and other Disney classic characters.
Walt Disney Imagineers had an extra year to develop new experiences for the Disney Fantasy, including a cool new interactive show inside the Animator’s Palette dining room. On top of interacting with Crush and the cast of Finding Nemo in one show, the seven night cruise also includes a second show. Passengers draw their own character and at the end of dinner they see it interact with Disney animated characters from a variety of movies.
Video games have been blended into every aspect of both ships’ kids areas, the Oceaneer’s Lab and Oceaneer’s Club. Imagineers have built a ship simulator into this area. There are also a variety of PC games from Disney Interactive and other game companies. The main attraction of both sections is the Magic Play Floor, which allows up to 32 players to interact with a dozen games designed to take place across 16 giant HD screens built into the floor.The Muppets play a big role in the new Fantasy ship. The movie is playing in the Buena Vista Theater, which features 3D Disney movies as well. Imagineers created a longer interactive experience starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and the rest of the gang. The Disney Fantasy also has the two shorter games featured on the Disney Magic, which cruises for three or four night excursions. The Muppets game sends players around the ship on a scavenger hunt featuring magic paintings, which use motion-sensor and facial capture technology to allow for mini-game experiences. The 90 minute adventure features a mystery that will change with each playthrough.
There’s even something for the older dads on board who want to keep up on their golf swing. Goofy’s Golf Simulator features over 100 real courses from around the world. Using real Calloway golf clubs, players hit golf balls into a screen and then watch an animated version of that ball fly through the course.by john gaudiosi forbes
