BoldMove reveals the all-new Smash & Reload 2.0 Interactive Dark Ride

Featuring new Rogue Rides trackless ride system, dual boarding station and Lagotronics interactive technology (Image: Bold Move) BoldMove Nation proudly introduces a major update to its new Smash & Reload compact dark ride, with a next-level experience for all ages. This upgraded version of the awarded interactive attraction adds smart innovations to the original strengths of high throughput, compact footprint, smooth operations and immersive storytelling. The new Rogue Rides trackless ride system ensures a more dynamic experience, yet offering easier installation and operation. Production of the first vehicles has started, with installation slated for April 2026 in Europe. Emerging from Benoit Cornet's long-standing dark ride experience, the original Smash & Reload idea kickstarted BoldMove Nation in 2021. Smash & Reload is based on a two-step intuitive action approach: to ‘smash’ and ‘reload’. From their rotatable vehicle, guests load the pointing device and then turn to play the game, an action repeated across four scenes. BoldMove reveals the all-new Smash & Reload 2.0 Interactive Dark Ride (Image: Bold Move) Trackless Rogue Rides system secures endless fun At the heart of the upgrade is the integration of Rogue Rides "ever-riding" system by BoldMove, a fully trackless, induction-powered platform inspired by autonomous vehicle technologies. This new ride system removes the traditional limitations of rails and docking constraints, making installation fast and seamless while enabling vehicles to move fluidly and continuously. Different trajectories and movements in all directions can be easily programmed, whilst offering an unseen ease of operation and maintenance. Thanks to induction charging, the vehicles can operate continuously without the need for charging breaks. The themed vehicles are more than just a mode of transport. They are fully immersive storytelling elements, equipped with high-quality sound systems carefully integrated into the vehicle design for a cinematic audio experience. A completely redesigned "dual-station” off-track docking configuration for loading and unloading further enhances the throughput of the ride, eliminates operational slowdowns, and preserves the element of surprise by keeping boarding and show paths completely separate. Dual-station off-track docking configuration (Image: Bold Move) Interactivity for live gaming 'cinema' experience The interactivity, a core part of Smash & Reload, has been completely reimagined in collaboration with Lagotronics Projects. The new targeting devices are designed for all ages and user types, delivering precise and intuitive gameplay. Built on industry-proven components, the system is both reliable and easy to maintain. The colour coding of the device corresponds to the targets being hit on the screen so there is no confusion for players seated in the same vehicle. Across 4-meter wide screens players enjoy a live gaming cinema experience, with every scene representing another part of the story within a 360 degree universe. The physical decoration mirrors and complements the media components so whatever angle the vehicle turns, an immersive feeling will prevail. The use of back projection technology further enhances the sophistication of the ride as it will provide an improved blending of decors and screens. At the end of the ride a large scoreboard presents the individual and the group scoring, which can be improved in a next game to encourage repeatability. Interactive technology by Lagotronics Projects (Image: Bold Move) Unique storytelling and smart technologies In this new configuration, Smash & Reload still offers flexible storytelling and is adaptable to original IPs like TooMush and Voodoo Festival or custom narratives tailored to the park’s unique environment. The expert team can work out a complete custom story around for example pirate and dino theming. From the immersive queue line through the action-packed ride to the post-show area with themed shop with merchandise, every element contributes to a seamless and engaging experience. Dedicated projection and lighting with fitting music add drama during the entire ride, adding dynamic to the attraction. Beyond ride technology and guest experience, Smash & Reload is designed with operational efficiency and long-term value in mind. Maintenance is simple and efficient - key components can be replaced easily, ensuring smooth operations and high uptime for operators who can focus on assisting the visitors. What is Smash & Reload? Smash & Reload is a family of media-based interactive dark rides, combining a fun and easy gameplay with smart ride system on a compact footprint. It can stand alone or be integrated in a themed park area, and perfectly combines with other attractions. This next-generation high-energy dark ride is future-proof due to its advanced and proven technology with upgradeable media content. The easy gameplay ensures an interactive all-family experience with a choice of different IPs and theming, up to a fully customizable format. With its amazing visitor capacity Smash & Reload offers the best price to throughput ratio across the industry with high repeatability, and weather-proof for all-year round operations. The centralized projection system keeps the entire attraction compact and maintenancy savvy, without compromising on fun. About BoldMove Nation BoldMove Nation creates happy worlds with experience design and engineering for themed family rides and attractions. Products include Smash & Reload interactive dark ride, Rogue Rides trackless ride system and Spinfinity Family Coaster. BoldMove also creates custom media dark rides and themed environments. The multilingual team is based in Brussels, Belgium and has been awarded with multiple industry awards. For more information visit www.boldmove-nation.com or contact anja@boldmove-nation.com Submit press releases to our news desk at: news@ukthemeparkspy.co.uk

BoldMove reveals the all-new Smash & Reload 2.0 Interactive Dark Ride

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