Disney Patents Scary Moment Warning System for Theme Park Attractions
Disney has filed a patent for a system that warns guests about scary or intense moments in theme park attractions before they occur. The personalized notification system would allow guests to flag ride elements as aversive or enjoyable through an app interface.
The software would then analyze the characteristics of the attraction, such as dark scenes, flashing lights, confined spaces, and sharp turns, and send warnings or substitute content if necessary. For example, a guest who flags 'dark scary scenes' as aversive might receive a warning before entering a ride with such elements.
The patent also describes a system where guests can input their preferences through free text, which would be analyzed by AI to identify relevant characteristics. The system could also use real-time location data to trigger alerts when a guest is near an attraction they've flagged as aversive.