I had a number of blog readers request some information on the Wreck-it Ralph and Vanellope meet at Hollywood Studios. I actually waited in the line twice during my recent trip and dropped in to see how the line was looking a few times. The queue area is designed to look like Game Central Station with video screens that represent Wreck-it Ralph, Hero’s Duty and a broken Galaga game that we are peering through back into the real world. It’s well designed to remind one of the movie, but I think they missed the mark by not putting in any actual video games. We found one Fix-it Felix video game in another room, but it was a non-working version.
They entry corridor is the the immediate left of the actual meet and greet area.
The Fix-it Felix video screen is the first one you come to on your left. Each of these video screens just play a loop that represents its game.Occasionally the little 8 bit characters from the game make an appearance, but it’s nothing more than a short distraction.The next video screen you’ll encounter is Hero’s Duty.You can watch others earn their Hero Medal, but you can’t earn your own here!Ahhh! A giant Cybug is waiting to attack. Don’t worry, he’s fixed in place and can’t move.It wouldn’t be Game Central Station without an arrivals and departures board. If you know a good deal about classic video games, you might catch a few jokes.The last video screen you view is located on the backside of the wall where Ralph and Vanellope meet. It’s the home stretch. You’re inside the Galaga game, which was one of my favorite’s as a kid, peering in the the arcade.It’s out of order, but don’t worry, you couldn’t play it anyway.From this point it was a 6 minute wait, but we didn’t have to wait for Ralph and Vanellope to rotate. If you have to wait on a rotation, it may take 3 to 5 minutes longer. I would estimate each row taking about about 10 minutes. If one row is full 7-10 minute wait. If two rows are full it will be a 10-25 minute wait. If all three rows are full it will be a 20-35 minute wait.Ralph and Vanellope are happy to see you, but they WON’T sign your autograph book. The Cast Member gives each guest a little photopass card that was “pre-signed” for you. The backdrop is very bright and colorful and makes a good photo when Ralph and Vanellope rotate or are on break.
Let’s look carefully at Ralph’s arms and legs. Ralph can barely even move. He isn’t as huggable as Duffy or Lotso or Pooh because he can’t move his arms very well. Have your kids be careful around him as he could accidentally trip. It’s pretty funny watching Ralph walk in and out during rotations. It’s my opinion that Ralph will be a short-term meet due to those issues. One Cast Member hinted that Sophia the First may take his place, but that is unknown at this time.My first meet was only me because I was awaiting my daughter’s orchestra group’s arrival later in the day. I began taking queue photos at 12:26 on Monday 12/17/2012 and took their photo at 12:31. A total 5 minute wait! It would have been shorter, but they went for a quick bite of oreos or an ice cream sundae or something like that.The orchestra group arrived even later than expected, so we decided to save meeting Ralph and Vanellope together for our last full day. We went back on Saturday, December 22. The park was much busier that day with all the tourists arriving for Christmas vacation. So how long did we wait? 9 minutes. Yup, the entire wait was 9 minutes. Mickey’s line was packed, but these guys weren’t getting the same love. We entered at 1:12 and took this photo at 1:21. I told Vanellope that my daughter sometimes wakes up with candy in her hair too and Vanellope though that was funny. Ralph sort of attempted to pick at her hair, but it looked more like he was playing “Sockem boppers.”
Vanellope is a lot of fun with which to interact, but my daughter said Ralph was just sort of awkward and clumsy. Maybe that’s why the guy is always wrecking everything??? Vanellope demonstrated her strength in this photo. It’s a cute photo op and Vanellope can be fun. They missed a good opportunity by not placing video games in the queue or even the general area. I never saw a long line in my times in the building, hopefully it will be the same for you!
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Can you still meet wreck-it-ralph anywhere in wdw?
I was looking to add this as a reminder to MDE but it doesn’t have any times past May 10. We are going at the end of June and I’m wondering if there are plans to end their M&G? Have you heard any such news?
You say that they won’t sign your autograph book but in a video on YT taken by Inside the Magic titled “Wreck-It Ralph meet and greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios”, Vanellope signs a child’s autograph book. The video was posted in November; has it changed since then?
On the 22nd, I met the two of them a bit later in the afternoon than you did. At that time, the queue was almost full (I think i lined up where the Wreck-It Ralph screen was located). It took about 20-25 minutes or so.
I’m assuming that they didn’t put the games in because you’re meant to be “inside” the games? I’m assuming since the “out of order” sign is backward? Hoping to meet them but won’t be going for several months so they might be gone then. Hope Vanellope is still meeting somewhere though
That one game does give that Appearance. Could have continued that theming. Not trying to be overly picky, just think it would have been fun to do something interactive.
Can you still meet wreck-it-ralph anywhere in wdw?
No, can’t meet them anywhere. Current schedules are always located at http://www.characterlocator.com
I was looking to add this as a reminder to MDE but it doesn’t have any times past May 10. We are going at the end of June and I’m wondering if there are plans to end their M&G? Have you heard any such news?
MDE only runs entertainment for a few weeks in advance. They will still be there in June.
What about august?
Dunno
Thanks Kenny, so excited to go see them, my daughter is obsessed. we will be there in December :)
Are these two gone now?
They are still there or they wouldn’t appear on my blog or app.
Is this setup still at Hollywood Studios?
Are you asking if Ralph and Vanellope are still there? Yes, they are. I update the schedules regularly
I was asking more about the scenery and props.
It’s all still there
They didn’t sign in November when we saw them either. We saw them on 11-18.
You say that they won’t sign your autograph book but in a video on YT taken by Inside the Magic titled “Wreck-It Ralph meet and greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios”, Vanellope signs a child’s autograph book. The video was posted in November; has it changed since then?
Yes, it changed since then
I just added photos of the “autograph” cards they were distributing the weeks of Christmas.
Thanks! :)
On the 22nd, I met the two of them a bit later in the afternoon than you did. At that time, the queue was almost full (I think i lined up where the Wreck-It Ralph screen was located). It took about 20-25 minutes or so.
I’m assuming that they didn’t put the games in because you’re meant to be “inside” the games? I’m assuming since the “out of order” sign is backward? Hoping to meet them but won’t be going for several months so they might be gone then. Hope Vanellope is still meeting somewhere though
That one game does give that Appearance. Could have continued that theming. Not trying to be overly picky, just think it would have been fun to do something interactive.
I agree, the game idea would have been great! I think they’ve just decided to stay with the theme of being “inside” the games.