Guide to Riding Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
It’s almost time for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to launch into EPCOT on May 27, 2022. Here are some important things you need to know as Disney introduces this new attraction to guests.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Epcot
Will Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind go upside down?
No, there are no loops or inversions.
Is Cosmic Rewind a roller coaster?
Yes, it is Disney World’s newest coaster and considered to be one of longest indoor coaster in the world.
What is a reverse launch coaster?
This means riders are seated in a forward-facing position as the train is launched in a backward direction.
How do I get on Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind?
This attraction will open with a virtual queue system via the Disney World mobile app.
You may also have the opportunity to purchase an individual Lightning Lane entry to Guardians of the Galaxy.
At this time, there will not be a standby queue option. This means you will not be able to walk up and get in line without a boarding group or Lightning Lane pass. This will likely be temporary and eventually stand by will become available.
How do I enter the virtual queue for Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind?
Beginning at 7 a.m. on the day of your Epcot park reservation, you will be able to check for an available boarding group via the My Disney Experience app and request access to the virtual queue. This can be done before you leave your Resort hotel or on the way to the park.
At 1 p.m., there will be another opportunity to join the virtual queue for anyone who wasn’t able to join a boarding group earlier in the day. For this, you must be inside EPCOT to access this second virtual queue opportunity.
Tips for Joining the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue
I recommend that everyone in your party with the My Disney Experience mobile app have their phones out and ready go about 10 minutes prior to the virtual queue opening time.
Have one person on Disney’s wifi network, another on their data plan, just in case the park wifi network isn’t strong enough or becomes overloaded. There will be thousands of people doing the same thing, at the same time.
If you’re with a large group, be sure you are all linked together by using the Family and Friends tool located inside the Disney World app. This will allow one person to snag a boardgroup for the entire party.
If you make it into the queue, work as fast as you can to register. Boarding groups are filling up even while you’re registering and you could still lose out. You won’t know for sure if you got in until you complete the registration process. An error message means you didn’t get in.
Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to experience Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. If the ride goes offline or the queue is longer than anticipated, you may not be able to ride.
Will a Virtual queue be offered during extended evening hours?
If you’re staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels you will have an additional opportunity to request to join the virtual queue at 6 p.m. on select dates during extended evening theme park hours.
When making park reservations, check the Disney World Park Hours page to see when extended evening theme park hours are being offered.
If you are staying at a Deluxe or Deluxe Villa, you do not need to be inside EPCOT to request to join at 6 p.m.
You will need a theme park reservation for EPCOT to experience extended evening hours — or, you may hop to EPCOT if you have the Park Hopper option on your ticket.
How do I purchase individual Lightning Lane entry to Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind?
You can purchase individual Lightning Lane entry in the My Disney Experience mobile app via Disney Genie service on the same day of your visit, subject to availability.
Based on other popular attractions like Star Wars Rise of the Resistance, you can expect individual Lightning Lane availability to sell out quickly each morning.
If you have questions or need assistance registering for virtual queue or purchasing an individual Lightning Lane entry, look for one of the Guest Experience Team Cast Members throughout the park, who will be happy to assist.
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Darren is a Disney-focused travel agent with Magical Vacations Travel and has over 13 years of experience. Readers of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World rate him as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren is also an Orlando-based travel writer with topics ranging from theme parks to cruise lines.
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