No wonder this kingdom remains lost with all the spiders and bats in there
A lot of people love the idea of playing with LEGOs… but what about shooting at them? Yes, it’s definitely unusual, but you can do just that at Lost Kingdom Adventure. This ride is very similar to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom - it does some things better (cool animatronics!) and some things worse (you can’t move your vehicle around).
If you’ve been to shooting galleries in the past, like the aforementioned Buzz Lightyear ride or Men in Black: Alien Attack at Universal Studios, you know the deal. You board a vehicle with a partner, grab a plastic gun, and then it’s time to shoot at anything that appears in front of you, always aiming for the infrared sensors. It’s a great option for families with children and for those who love video games and racking up lots of points.
What we like about Lost Kingdom Adventure
Every shooting gallery I’ve been to does something slightly better or worse than the competition. Lost Kingdom Adventure has some pretty cool animatronics and visual effects that kick in from time to time when you shoot at the different targets. The animatronics look pretty good, by the way. They’re mostly inspired by ancient Egypt, so expect to fire at pharaohs, mummies, and even someone who looks a bit like Indiana Jones. Wait, is he actually a target? Not sure, I just aim at him all the time.
The practical and visual effects are also better than most shooting galleries out there. For example, you can shoot at spiders and they’ll go up and down and make weird noises, or hit a bat and see it flap its wings. It’s simple, sure, but considering that most of the animatronics are a good size, the movements are solid feedback to show that, yes, you’ve hit the target. It’s also fun to see children (and, well, adults) aiming at every infrared sensor they spot, just to see what kind of thing will happen when they hit their targets.
Another good thing is that your vehicle mostly moves through each room and set piece on its own. This is great because you can actually see where you’re shooting (without all the chaotic infrared sensors going off everywhere), and you can focus on each practical and visual effect that was triggered by you and your partner. I always thought that Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin was a little too chaotic, with dozens of vehicles in the same rooms and red dots popping up everywhere, making it easy to lose track of your own shots.
What we don’t like about Lost Kingdom Adventure
This is a shooting gallery with cool visual effects and feedback, sure, but it’s also pretty simple. That’s great for children, but I wish the environments were a little bigger and that there was a bit more happening in each room. The rooms are mostly tiny, which doesn’t give the ride many opportunities to go wild with unique targets.
For example, you enter a room and there are three pharaohs and a few spiders. Then you move to another one, and there are more pharaohs and spiders… maybe a bat or an owl somewhere. Since this is a kid-friendly ride, I understand it doesn’t need to be too complex, with thousands of different targets everywhere. Still, I wish there were a few more original animatronics and things to shoot at here and there.
Lost Kingdom Adventure FAQ
Where is Lost Kingdom Adventure located?
Lost Kingdom Adventure is located in LEGOLAND Florida. If you're planning a trip there, let us help you out! Click the “Request a Quote” button and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Oh, contacting us is always free of charge!
What is the height requirement to ride Lost Kingdom Adventure?
You must be at least 30” tall to ride Lost Kingdom Adventure at LEGOLAND.
Is Lost Kingdom Adventure good for children?
Yes! It’s a great introduction for kids who want to try shooting galleries, and a fun ride for those who love video games.
Is Lost Kingdom Adventure scary for children?
No, it’s not. There are small animatronics of spiders, bats, and skeletons, but they look cartoony more than anything else.
