- Located on the popular intersection of Tropicana Ave. And Las Vegas Blvd., The Roller Coaster at New York – New York is hard to miss. Set in a perfect postcard shot, its surroundings include a replica of the New York harbor, a 150-foot model of the Statue of Liberty as well as several of Manhattan's popular buildings.
- Thrill-seekers can take their excitement (and stomachs) to the next level at New York-New York Hotel and Casino. Virtual Reality goggles have been added to the Big Apple roller coaster that makes.
A roller coaster, casino, world-class shows, spa and gym, arcade, and meeting space are all found here. Known for being one of the few in town, the New York-New York Las Vegas roller coaster is a highlight here. Guests board indoors next to the arcade before being barreled outside at speeds up to 65 mph. The Big Apple Roller Coaster at New York-New York Las Vegas is a unique Las Vegas experience. Get your thrills on the world's first roller coaster to feature a 180-degree 'heartline' twist and dive maneuver.
First-of-its Kind Experience on Las Vegas Strip Opens February 7
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LAS VEGAS (January 17, 2018) – Fasten your safety belts and prepare for liftoff! New York-New York Hotel & Casino will take attraction rides to new levels when The Big Apple Coaster Virtual Reality Experience debuts February 7. The first of its kind in Las Vegas, this white-knuckle ride high above The Strip will combine thrill-seekers' need for speed with advanced, immersive graphics, resulting in a 4D experience that's out of this world.
The first virtual reality ride to incorporate popular current landmarks into its creative visuals, the ride combines real G forces, drops and the high speed of The Big Apple Coaster to create an unforgettable experience.
The adventure begins as riders are equipped with virtual reality headsets, and they take on the role of a scientist in hot pursuit of an alien that escaped their research facility. The chase soars high above the Nevada desert and up the Las Vegas Strip, all virtually, of course.
'The Big Apple Coaster has provided heart-racing excitement to millions of visitors,' said Cynthia Kiser Murphey, president and chief operating officer of New York-New York. 'Combining leading-edge technology with the thrill of our coaster overlooking the Las Vegas Strip, we are now able to offer visitors an experience that is new, adrenaline-inducing and something you can only find at New York-New York.'
This new experience was designed by VR Coaster®, the world's leading creator of virtual reality enhancements on thrill rides. The coaster's passenger trains are equipped with sensors that use wireless connectivity to precisely synchronize the virtual reality creative visuals with the real ride. This advanced, lightweight technology was developed to withstand the ups, downs, dives and loops of a roller coaster without losing connection to the virtual reality headsets. The experience utilizes VR Coaster's unique graphic system, 'Hybrid VR,' to deliver 3D footage in 4K resolution at 60 frames per second for high-quality visuals and a more immersive ride.
Thomas Wagner, co-founder and managing partner of VR Coaster, said, 'We're very proud to have had the opportunity to work on such an iconic attraction. The creative freedom New York-New York gave us on all aspects of the ride, from storyboards to the final virtual reality application, was invaluable. Our most exciting accomplishment with this experience was the fact that we had never before incorporated three completely different environments into a single ride… the research facility, the desert and The Strip… each with its own creative and technical challenges.'
Measuring 4,777 ft. in track length, The Big Apple Coaster is the longest roller coaster in the world equipped with virtual reality. The coaster also is the world's first to feature a 180-degree 'heartline' twist and dive maneuver. This, along with loops, negative Gs and top speed of 67 mph, gives guests a thrilling Las Vegas Strip experience.
Murphey said, 'We are thrilled our partnership with VR Coaster allowed us to bring this new, exciting opportunity to New York-New York, and we couldn't be happier with the relationship or results. And for guests who adore The Big Apple Coaster just the way it is, or aren't quite ready for the virtual reality option, never fear. You can still enjoy the experience just the way you want it.'
Tickets are $20 for The Big Apple Coaster Virtual Reality Experience and $15 to ride the roller coaster the traditional way. All passengers must be at least 54' to ride and a minimum of 13 years old to ride with virtual reality.
For more information, call (702) 740-6616 or visit mgmresorts.com/nyny.
NEW YORK-NEW YORK
Inspired by the famous energy and landmarks of the iconic original, New York-New York offers all the excitement of the hotel's namesake, from the provocative and sensuous Cirque du Soleil production Zumanity and the thrilling Roller Coaster to tantalizing restaurants including Gallagher's Steakhouse and Nine Fine Irishmen, an authentic pub offering the best of Irish drink, food and music. A dynamic new plaza experience features fun and unique dining and retail destinations including a two-story flagship Hershey's Chocolate World, Shake Shack, Tom's Urban, Swatch, and Stupidiotic. New York-New York is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit mgmresorts.com/nyny, call toll free at (866) 815-4365 or find us on Facebook and Twitter.
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MGM Resorts International
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NEW YORK-NEW YORK
Inspired by the famous energy and landmarks of the iconic original, New York-New York offers all the excitement of the hotel's namesake, from the provocative and sensuous Cirque du Soleil production Zumanity and the thrilling Roller Coaster to tantalizing restaurants including Gallagher's Steakhouse and Nine Fine Irishmen, an authentic pub offering the best of Irish drink, food and music. A dynamic new plaza experience features fun and unique dining and retail destinations including a two-story flagship Hershey's Chocolate World, Shake Shack, Tom's Urban, Swatch, and Stupidiotic. New York-New York is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit mgmresorts.com/nyny, call toll free at (866) 815-4365 or find us on Facebook and Twitter.
Media Contacts:
Wendie Mosca / Marissa Gomez
MGM Resorts International
(702) 604-4076 (c) / (702) 544-4125 (c)
wmosca@mgmresorts.com / mngomez@mgmresorts.com
Score of 25,5%
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The first half of the coaster was pretty good: get a great view of the city, nice long drops. But then as the inversions come, it gets really rough and your head gets bumped on those restraints, some transitions are awful (like that enter to the dive loop). Also the ride is pretty long and you exit with a headache for which you paid 14$. Thrill: 3.75/5
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確かに痛いというだけで叩きたくなるアメリカ人の皆様の言い分もわかりますが、個人的にはこのレイアウトは好きです。
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I was honestly expecting a lot worse due to this ride's reputation as a TOGO. While the ride was definitely nowhere near as painful to ride as I was expecting, it was also much less intense than I thought it would be based on its layout. The drop-down shoulder restraints are pretty annoying and pointless considering you already have a perfectly sufficient lap bar; however I didn't get much headbanging on them, so they were just more of a bother than anything. Ride at night; the lit up Vegas strip really makes this ride's location shine, and makes this ride worth riding at least once purely from a scenic standpoint.
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The ride has a very solid concept, the execution falls flat quite a bit. If the ride only had lap bars (It has the typical Premier lap bars as well as a shoulder restraint) it would be an actually good ride.
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It costs too much and it is a terrible ride.
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Aside from its awesome location, it's a pretty terrible coaster. Just hurts too much to ever want to ride again.
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I survived so I guess that's worth the half star
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I enjoy this roller coaster every time I visit Las Vegas. However the harness is uncomfortable and made my shoulders sore. I would go on this roller coaster again.
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