Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Sticks to Virtual Queue Despite Test Track Closure

Jun 17, 2024 in "Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind"

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Posted: Monday June 17, 2024 3:30pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

With EPCOT's Test Track now closed for a significant refurbishment, many park-goers hoped that the popular Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind would switch from its virtual queue system to a traditional standby line. However, Disney has decided to keep the virtual queue in place.

Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue and Lightning Lane signs

While the virtual queue allows Disney better operational control and efficiency in guest flow management while minimizing congestion around the attraction, it creates a planning burden for guests and limits the number of times the attraction can be experienced in a day.

You can ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind up to three times in a single day. Secure a spot in the virtual queue at 7:00 am or 1:00 pm, purchase an Individual Lightning Lane access, and join the virtual queue again if staying at a Deluxe Resort during Extended Evening Hours.

Implications for Guests Visiting EPCOT

Wait times at EPCOT this summer will be impacted by the closure of Test Track

With Test Track closed and Cosmic Rewind sticking to its virtual queue, here's what you can expect:

Virtual Queue Timing: Virtual queue slots for Cosmic Rewind are released at 7:00 am and 1:00 pm daily. The 7:00 am release can be accessed from anywhere, while the 1:00 pm release requires guests to be inside EPCOT. The morning distribution typically reaches capacity in around 4 seconds, with the afternoon distribution usually remaining open for longer (minutes).

Increased Wait Times Elsewhere: Other popular attractions like Frozen Ever After, Soarin' Around the World, and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure may see increased wait times as guests seek alternative experiences. Even traditionally low-wait-time and high-capacity attractions like Spaceship Earth and Living With The Land boat ride will likely see longer waits.

Strategic Planning: More than ever, planning your day at EPCOT will be crucial. Use the My Disney Experience app to keep track of wait times, virtual queue releases, and available experiences.

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gerarar13 hours ago

Final Day 907 Stats (11/20): 7am: 2111.8 secs, or ~35 mins 1pm: 25177.0 secs, or ~7 hours 0 mins BG 175 (+5) is the last BG called for the day at 8pm. Notable stoppages: None Average pace: 5mins/BG VQ Drop Mean/Average: 7am: 12m -> 12m (+0) 1pm: 2hr 50m -> 2hr 52m (+2m) That does it for Day 907 of GotG: CR!

gerarar13 hours ago

1pm drop lasted for the entire park day, closing at 8pm, lasting for 25177.002 secs, or ~7 hours 0 mins. Wednesday 1pm Drop Average: 2hr 50m -> 2hr 52m (+2m) Up to BG 74 called at 1pm, 4 less than yesterday.

gerarar13 hours ago

7am drop lasted for 2111.831 secs, or ~35 mins. Wednesday 7am Drop Average: 12m -> 12m (+0) BG's 1-16 called at 8:49am as part of the initial wave.

gerarar1 day ago

Final Day 906 Stats (11/19): 7am: 662.9 secs, or ~11 mins 1pm: 17038.0 secs, or ~4 hours 44 mins BG 170 (+15) is the last BG called for the day at 8pm. Notable stoppages: None Average pace: 5mins/BG VQ Drop Mean/Average: 7am: 18m -> 18m (+0) 1pm: 2hr 27m -> 2hr 28m (+1m) That does it for Day 906 of GotG: CR!

gerarar1 day ago

1pm drop lasted for 17037.995 secs, or ~4 hours 44 mins. Tuesday 1pm Drop Average: 2hr 27m -> 2hr 28m (+1m) Up to BG 78 called at 1pm, 7 more than yesterday.

gerarar1 day ago

7am drop lasted for 662.928 secs, or ~11 mins. Tuesday 7am Drop Average: 18m -> 18m (+0) BG's 1-16 called at 9:01am as part of the initial wave.

gerarar2 days ago

Final Day 905 Stats (11/18): 7am: 6.8 secs 1pm: 269.9 secs, or ~4 mins 6pm: 5375.7 secs, or ~1 hour 30 mins BG 155 (+0) is the last BG called during regular park hours at 8:19pm. For EEH, resumed at 8:51pm with BG's 164-170 with BG 200 as the last BG called for the day at 10pm. Notable stoppages: 6:30 - 6:45pm 6:55 - 7:06pm Average pace: 5mins/BG, 3mins/BG during EEH VQ Drop Mean/Average: 7am: 34.6s -> 34.4s (-0.2s) 1pm: 51m -> 51m (+0) 6pm: 18m -> 18m (+0) That does it for Day 905 of GotG: CR!

gerarar2 days ago

6pm drop lasted for 5375.705 secs, or ~1 hour 30 mins. Monday 6pm Drop Average: 18m -> 18m (+0) Up to BG 124 called at 6pm, 5 less than yesterday.

gerarar2 days ago

1pm drop lasted for 269.938 secs, or ~4 mins. Monday 1pm Drop Average: 51m -> 51m (+0) Up to BG 71 called at 1pm, 3 less than yesterday.

gerarar2 days ago

7am drop lasted for 6.782 secs. Monday 7am Drop Average: 34.6s -> 34.4s (-0.2s) BG's 1-16 called at 9:02am as part of the initial wave.

Tuvalu3 days ago

Yes

C33Mom3 days ago

When we visited over the summer, you could show up any time all day with your VQ from the morning, as long as it has already been called, is that still generally the case?

gerarar3 days ago

Final Day 904 Stats (11/17): 7am: 4.8 secs 1pm: 24.4 secs BG 155 (+15) is the last BG called for the day at 8pm. Notable stoppages: 5:53 - 6:09pm Average pace: 5mins/BG VQ Drop Mean/Average: 7am: 26.8s -> 26.6s (-0.2s) 1pm: 1hr 24m -> 1hr 23m (-1m) That does it for Day 904 of GotG: CR!