Backstory for new TRON Lightcyle/Run opening at Magic Kingdom released

While no date has yet been announced on when the new Tron Lightcycle/Run will open at Magic Kingdom, Disney has released the backstory associated with the ride.

Imagineers are now in the testing phase for the new coaster net to Space Mountain. Once aboard the Lightcycle, the cars are launched into the Grid for a race through a dark, computerized world. 

According to Disney: “Our story picks up following the events of ‘TRON: Legacy,’ whose main character, Sam Flynn, is now opening new gateways into this digital realm at specific locations around the world. The first portal he created is at Shanghai Disneyland with the original TRON Lightcycle Power Run, and now Magic Kingdom guests will get their turn through this second gateway. 

“When you enter the attraction’s queue, you’ll feel as if you’re digitized and entering the Grid for a special Lightcycle race alongside your family and friends. You’ll all join Team Blue (hence the color of the wheels) for a high-speed launch into a competition against Team Orange. As you swoop and swerve your way around the course, your goal is to be the first to race through eight Energy Gates and secure your victory. Will your team have what it takes?”