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Disney Reveals New Buzz Lightyear Ride Vehicles With Handheld Blasters and Onboard Scoring

A media preview highlighted a technology-first overhaul featuring reactive targets, handheld blasters, onboard scoring, the debut of Buddy, with reopening targeted for 2026.

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Overview

  • Disney unveiled Star Command–styled ride vehicles with onboard score monitors that can surpass the former 999,999 cap, replacing the 1972-era cars.
  • Fixed cannons are being replaced by handheld blasters designed for better accuracy with vibration, lighting, and sound, with an always-on laser reported by some outlets.
  • Interactive targets will illuminate and react when hit to make scoring clearer during the ride.
  • A new support-bot named Buddy will appear in an opening scene to brief guests and integrate the mission narrative.
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin has been closed since August 4, 2025, with Disney targeting a 2026 reopening and no specific date announced.