Sally and Sanderson collaborate on Casper the Friendly Ghost dark ride in Malaysia

US-based dark ride specialists Sally Corporation have been collaborating with the Sanderson Group on a new ride for Malaysia’s upcoming theme park, Movie Animation Park Studios (MAPS).

The ride, Casper’s Birthday Blast, will be an interactive dark ride based on children’s favourite Casper the Friendly Ghost, a DreamWorks classic property.

Known for their international thematic design, the Malaysia and Gold Coast-based Sanderson Group created the original design and scenic treatments for the ride, while Sally Corporation is responsible for the interactive systems, animatronic figures, animated props, ride system, soundtrack and overall show control.

Casper the Friendly Ghost has been a fixture in mainstream entertainment for decades, first in print, later in television, film, and now video games. With a unique, cross-generational appeal, the Casper dark ride is sure to be a hit with children and families alike.

Movie Animation Park Studios (MAPS), with a development cost of RM450 million over a land size of 52 acres and currently 80% complete, is expected to open its doors later this year.

The theme park is targeting 1.4 million visitors in its first year of operations, hosting 8,000 to 10,000 visitors at a time.

Described as Asia’s first animation theme park, MAPS is set to be an exciting dream destination with over 40 attractions in six thematic zones. 

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