This ride actually intimated me just a bit, but I can say that if you don't have any motion sickness issues, make sure you choose the orange experience. You won't be disappointed with your ride!
There is def a difference between green & orange rides. The intense orange one subjects you to intense g-forces. I loved it. But some of my party definitely did not. Go for green if you're unsure.
If you are sensible to motion sickness you can ask to have the less intense simulator (also less crowded) if you are in the standard one DO NOT Look to your side in the ride, will make you dizzy!
Pretty awesome! Green ride is fine, but Orange ride is really real with G feeling, simulation and all real motion sickness. One of the best in Epcot. Don't miss it.
TOTALLY REDONE! The g forces are even more intense, and the audio-visual content is so cool. It's even better than before. But I still miss Lieutenant Dan (Gary Sinise).
I chose the Green side & came off this ride thinking that I missed my calling to be an astronaut! Soo much fun, my favorite ride at Epcot! Thrill seekers, try the Orange side! I will, next time!
All the hype about the orange had me feeling a little reluctant... But it was awesome... However it kind of ruined "StarTours" for me later in the day. Best ride at Epcot. Don't do Soarin.
This difference between Orange and Green is a matter of G forces. In both cases you get an immersive simulation experience. Stick with Green since you're not training for a real space mission.
An absolute blast! Not too crazy or upsetting just look forward and enjoy the trip to Mars! But if you think it's too crazy you can choose the Green (mellow) level.
Intense Ride! You can really feel the difference and the movement in advanced as soon as you feel it lift off. I actually saw people use the motion sickness bags...
If you can handle it, go for a ride on the simulated spaceship. Otherwise, check out the training facility for a glimpse at what it would be like to work at mission control!
If you choose to skip Mission:SPACE while the rest of your group goes on the attraction, wait in the air-conditioned interactive play space, Mission: SPACE Advanced Training Lab.
They are really not kidding about the intense part!! It gets up to almost 4 G's..enough to make most people feel sick and disoriented. Be sure to tighten your muscles and push ur feet into the floor!
If you don't like enclosed spaces or simulators, this isn't for you. Orange side was intense, but not as bad as it's hyped to be. Really enjoyed this one.
Once you're in the simulator, get acquainted with all the switches/buttons. You only need the two they talk about, but the rest cause other lights and sounds to activate...you feel like it's all real!
If you have kids, there's a play area through the gift shop, by the exit. Makes it easier (and cooler) to entertain kids while parents ride one at a time.
Look for the Hidden Mickey's on both sides of the screen before launch. It's also funny to see Gary Sinice clearly reading the TelePrompTer is the briefing room video.
When they say if you get sick you shouldn’t ride this ride they mean it. Ask my wife. Also for the wait it’s really not that much. A little underwhelming.
Be careful if you have pins. I lost one but thankfully Samantha was nice enough to stick by me after the ride and ask the CMs to look for it on the ride. It didn't turn up but very nice of them.