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Does Millennium Falcon cause motion sickness?

Generally speaking, most guests don't have motion sickness issues with Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run. I think it helps that you have to look away from the screen and focus on actual tasks. Also, the whole ride experience is smoother and a lot less jittery than Star Tours: The Adventures Continue.



Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is a motion simulator attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disneyland, and while it is generally smoother than the classic Star Tours, it can still trigger motion sickness in susceptible guests. The ride utilizes a 4K digital projection system and a cockpit that tilts and jars in synchronization with the visuals. Because it lacks 3D glasses, some find it easier to handle than other simulators, but the "enclosed" nature of the cockpit means there is no external stationary point of reference. Interestingly, your specific "role" can affect how you feel: Pilots often report less nausea because they are actively controlling the motion, providing a sense of agency that helps the brain sync what it sees with what the body feels. Conversely, Engineers and Gunners in the back must often look sideways at their control panels while the ship is pitching, which can cause disorientation. If you are prone to motion sickness, sitting in the pilot's seat or focusing strictly on the central screen while keeping your head still is often the best strategy to enjoy the jump to lightspeed without feeling green.

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Not the best run, not the worst. Riding the Falcon isn't as bumpy as Star Tours, but it is still a motion simulator. If you're prone to motion sickness you may want to ask for the engineer position. I was told by friends that it was the position least likely to experience any motion sickness, and they were right.

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Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run is an intense simulator ride, but it isn't scary.

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Does Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run have drops? This isn't a coaster so it doesn't have traditional drops. There are some simulated drop moments though, but nothing too intense.

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There is no noted size or age requirement to experience the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run; however, the rider must be a minimum of 38in (97cm) or taller to ride. If you are able to experience it, do not forget about the “On-the-Job Training” using the Play Disney Parks App.

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My advice after experiencing both attractions would be to skip Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. While it is a great attraction, there are many jolts and lots of ups and downs as you make your way through space. Similar to Star Tours - The Adventure Continues, there is a screen in front of you.

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Keep a straight posture. As much as possible, sit with proper form on the roller coaster, keeping your head and neck straight and against the head rest, or as park personnel directs, to avoid injury and help reduce nausea and dizziness. Remember to breathe throughout the ride to keep your body from tensing up.

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Smugglers Run is a simulator meaning there are no actual drops, heights, or high speeds. But whenever a simulator is involved, we have to talk about motion sickness. Generally speaking, most guests don't have motion sickness issues with Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run.

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Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run The minimum height requirement for this ride is 38? tall. That eliminates many toddlers and some preschoolers from riding this attraction.

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is for guests 40? or taller. This height requirement means that most elementary school aged children and even some preschoolers will make the cut and be able to ride Rise of the Resistance.

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Summary. Flight of Passage has a large scale and stunning visuals. Smuggler's Run is less reliant on the visuals but great in the way it can change each time.

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Unlike Star Tours, this ride's predecessor in Tomorrowland, Smuggler's Run, doesn't require any 3-D glasses.

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