Aquaman Power Wave Review Six Flags Over Texas New for 2023 MACK Rides Power Splash

[@fabiansierra7622]

I really do think the turntables was worth the extra year. Increasing capacity is the way to go especially when it can get 100 degrees on some summer days.

[@CoasterStudios]

absolutely! I think building this ride without the turntable would've been a big mistake! I expect it'll be very popular this summer...

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

Dude, the line's too long. I'll never make it.

[@Itsmrcharger]

I rode it on a hot day and it was very refreshing and I was pleasantly surprised on how much I liked it very underrated in my opinion😊

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

If you're going there this summer, make sure you go straight to Waterworld!

[@TexKP]

In the case of replacing the original Aquaman, I think it was a good move, but they would have probably been better served by fixing up that entire midway with more landscaping and shade trees. That and Gothlam City are two very miserable sections to begin your day at what is otherwise one of the nicest parks in the chain.

[@maxhagenauer24]

I remember riding this and I really enjoyed it, it's very short but the backwards ejector airtime over the hill is crazy and the floater on the spike is also crazy.

[@eliasmertens9313]

This is a bit of a surprising reaction to me. I mean my boyfriend and I went and rode it in March and adored it. It was 55 degrees outside and we rode it a few times. We both thought it was a great addition to Over Texas and hoped it would find its way to other parks.

[@user-yu3ej1qy4x]

Me too!! Me and my friends

[@zacg_]

I find water coasters to often be underwhelming because they seem like they aren't committed to being either a water ride or a coaster. I think Journey to Atlantis at SWO is a major exception but that's because it seems more committed to being a water ride and it's a good one. I've never seen a water coaster that was impressive as a coaster specifically. In most cases I'd rather a ride commit to one thing and be good at it instead of being a combination of two mediocre rides. Also, I think a water coaster really requires theming to feel remotely satisfying.

[@jeffcunningham8807]

I absolutely love this ride tbh. Yes it’s hot the most thrilling coaster. But it’s extremely fun imo and love the airtime on the last launch

[@wayne_jkl]

@7:18 Yeah, I was thinking this is the modern-day SF interpretation of the old Shoot the Chutes. It's a hot day, get wet, cool off.

[@tylarlozano1229]

Rode it quite a bit a couple weekends ago during Lone Star Coasterthon, I think it’s a pretty solid ride, but I also kinda set my expectations a bit lower to make sure I wouldn’t be underwhelmed, overall it paid off and I really enjoyed it. I’d definitely at least attempt to ride it anytime I’m at SFOT, especially if it’s hot out, besides, I’d much rather ride this thing than say Journey To Atlantis at SWSA or a river rapids ride. I am curious to see how Catapult Falls will compare to this though, it shouldn’t be to much longer before that happens.

[@thaakiidty]

I rode it a month ago and absolutely enjoyed it. While soaked riding in the front, I got great airtime in the back row. I’d say if you haven’t ridden it, give it a go.

[@Danrarbc]

The takeaway at the end of this video is really the only important part. This is a water ride. Its a suitable replacement for shoot the chutes that are rapidly wearing out. It's better than those. There are other water coasters that are better. But they're bigger and more expensive. So in the end this is a good replacement for a shoot the chute.

[@supremefan]

I think these look like a great replacement for the old splash rides that only went up then down. Now it doesn't compete with themed ones like Jurassic Park but it's better then the old versions Six Flags had at many parks.

[@CoasterStudios]

very true!

[@GeorgeT370]

Living very close to the Mack factory here in the south of Germany I am pleasantly surprised that many people commenting this enjoyed the ride a lot more than Taylor did... :-)

[@oneandonlysound99]

Six Flags Over Georgia should be a top contender to get one of these. There only water ride is a pain to get too and the rest of the park especially if your on the opposite side of it...yeah. Though id LOVE to see that looping model they have be built. That truly looks insane. As for this version its a shuttle water ride/coaster so yeah, i wouldn't think itd be a great coaster though i would like to see a model more sped up if possible.

[@CoasterStudios]

I could see one of these at SFOG! I think it'll be dependant though on how well this one does. I could also see it being a one and done for Six Flags.

[@oneandonlysound99]

@@CoasterStudios Yeah, I can figure both. I should give SFOG a break for water rides, since it has the flume right in the front too (as if I didn't know that first thing I hit in summer sun out there). Ideally a launched single rail would be perfect but even a normal one would be fine, and floorless georgia sorcher (never gonna stop wishing for the last one even if it's not that bad).

[@maincoasters]

i wanna see one of these at carowinds…. maybe a version with a loop

[@rollercoasterheaven2170]

Don’t really like Water Rides but I ride them if I really want to I don’t really like getting wet I decided to sit in the back with my dad on Journey To Atlantis last year in Orlando and I had a very good time

[@lovinqlyla]

I’m telling you, if you ride this ride sit in the FRONT. Especially when it’s hot, it feels so damn good. You get just tons of water all over you and it’s so refreshing.

[@SgtCoaster25]

I really want to ride Aquaman power wave so badly and it sucks to miss a lot of fun but unless if I can ride it during the summer time that will be a blast!

[@jiocossio1949]

Sfot used to be my home park but I moved before I can ride it

[@wonderwoman3122]

man, I love the new aquaman!!

[@alantrotter2077]

From a coaster perspective, you are spot on, but from a business perspective, I think this model takes off as it allows the parks to have a water ride and market it as a coaster. I also don't feel it is a huge investment and the footprint isn't that big. It will be a one and done for me, like Journey to Atlantis in San Antonio.

[@CoasterStudios]

That's a very fair point! I agree marketability is very high- hence why I'm not surprised this model is taking off a little. I expect we'll see more in the future too

[@hhhh901ps9]

Imagine riding the aquaman ride on a hot summer day 👍🏻

[@safety5261]

It was almost 100 degrees today and they were only running one boat 🙄 ride was very fun will definitely ride on hot days. Had some solid air time too. But the 2 boats running has to be a necessity.

[@bohottie]

You pretty much nailed it. This isn’t made for enthusiasts. It will be a hit for their main target demos, though.

[@lightningboat]

Good review! Keep up the good work!

[@Disturbed666METAL]

I usually wear Stuff made with Merino Wool and that’s why I like Water Rides. I mean after River Quest in Phantasialand every other Ride is fun😅 and Pulsar was all right. The last Launch is really nice especially when you think how massive the Ridecar is

[@IntaminFanGRLPowerCoasters]

Does Storm Coaster (that Mack Water Coaster you showed us) or STORM COASTER (the obviously better Intamin Launch one in Dubai) look more fun to you?

[@Danrarbc]

Yes. But this was way cheaper even with modifying in a turntable. And this also takes up way less room. One of these can replace an old chute. Neither of those can credibly replace an old chute.

[@chrisroberts78]

It would be a nice little addition to every park

[@vandersonvalley]

I haven’t been to Six Flags since before Covid and I’m not even sad about it. I’m so annoyed with how Six Flags treats this park

[@TheBlueBunnyKen]

Treats all their parks*, SFMM is a maintenance nightmare and you don't feel welcome there

[@vandersonvalley]

@@TheBlueBunnyKen thank you for the heads up! That’s so unfortunate to hear. I’ve only been to SFMM once back in 2006 and I’ve always wanted to go back when I was older. Are there any other parks that you recommend that I should try. I’ve only been to a few across the country.

[@TheBlueBunnyKen]

@@vandersonvalley Knotts Berry Farm is a better park overall, it's more welcoming and the only ride that's usually down is the drop tower or xcelerator. It may not be as thrilling as SFMM, but it's a great all around park

[@maxhagenauer24]

When was that wall built because that wasn't there when I went 2 weeks ago and people got soaked on the pathway.

[@weerdo75]

They've fixed the locker-situation. When I've visited, I had to leave my stuff on a cart. Totally agree: This is a water-ride, not a coaster.

[@loganmcgrew2822]

Six flags New England should get one of these as right now they are lacking a launch coaster and a good adult splashdown water ride.

[@doug8381]

I have a feeling this will be the next cloned ride in the chain. They've been removing so many water rides in their parks, it seems like a relatively cheap way to add a coaster, a thrill ride and a water ride with one piece of capital. Small footprint, little theming. Only question for me is will they chase their own record, and add an extra foot as it gets added to the large market parks, or will they all just be marketed as "the tallest, fastest water coaster" in their region

[@fisch6852]

I was shocked when I saw the first version. As a European, I didn't understand why they were doing it. It's significantly hotter where you are compared to us, and partly because there is less shade. Moreover, the construction period was not exactly impressive. Nonetheless, I think the facility is quite alright, especially for children who find it amusing. It doesn't always have to be higher, faster, and further. Sometimes, we must just go beyond our comfort zone and consider the kids who do not want something that extreme. They, too, want to have fun. All in all, it's a sensible expansion. At least this type of expansion is better than the next wild mouse roller coaster.😅

[@OriginalJoe]

Coming soon... Top Thrill Dragster Power Splash

[@rickycontreras2766]

I miss perilous plunge at Knotts :(

[@xlumosx11]

I’m going to six flags tmr and I want to ride this but I hate the stomach dropping feeling. Does this ride make ur stomach drop?

[@gplez91]

I feel like you have to go in this with the same expectations you would have for a shoot-the-chutes ride.

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

Rush hour hits the water!

[@Southeastern_Thrills]

A Mack Power Splash should’ve replaced Tanganyika Tidal Wave instead of Tigris at BGT because it gets stupidly hot in Florida plus, BGT has no good water rides.

[@supremefan]

I agree, Tigris sucks, mostly due to it's 1 train ops.

[@CoasterStudios]

I've heard a couple other people mention that as well- I think one of these would be pretty successful at BGT

[@Tomtycoon]

Well, a few years back, Mack has shown a power splash concept with a loop...

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

This ride has to come!

[@flying_cheetah444]

Are you going to be at the surf coaster opening

[@CoasterStudios]

we plan to ride it as soon as we're able!

[@Coasterlauren]

Have you still not ridden Dr Diabolical’s ?

[@CoasterStudios]

not yet!

[@Marty_NZ]

Ooo Storm Coaster. 5/10 is quite harsh for what it is, but that's fine. If I think about Walibi Belgium, I wouldn't rate Pulsar 5/10. One of the better rides there actually, but as a coaster it doesn't really do much apart from some floater up the backwards spike.

[@CoasterStudios]

I also think Pulsar looks much better in that park than Aquaman- but yes, the ride experience itself is the same

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

Welcome to Waterworld, thrillseekers!

[@freizeitparkplohn_fanpage]

I hope this wont come to Freizeitpark Plohn in 2026 because of how boring you described it. They announced a worlds first attraction with a budget of ~ 14 to 15 mil. € and there are rumors that it could might be the version with the Looping (Power Loop)

[@gregg5958]

I agree, but I still can’t help wishing for one at Knott’s or SFMM. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ducksfan_1149]

TOP 25 VIDEO ON MY DESK BY MONDAY PLEASE

[@etudelina]

i rerode this 3 times LOL the water is so cool

[@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214]

How does the water feel?

[@etudelina]

Its just a splash. You're not gonna be like completely dripping and soaked but my pants and shirt get pretty wet. It also feels light and is good when you're hot from summer heat@@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214

[@helder408]

do you think their idea of this model having a vertical loop will ever get built?

[@CoasterStudios]

Tough to say! Would certainly be interesting to see!

[@Jason-pp2hf]

Do you think this was a smart move or not so smart move of Six Flags Over Tx adding the attraction to the park?

[@CoasterStudios]

I think it fits in their coaster line up, and will be popular with guests in the summer!

[@semajblu1]

How does it only splash on the last launch but not the other launches?

[@CoasterStudios]

During the time that the boat rises up to the top of the final spike, the basin fills with water. It’s very fast and efficient. Pretty impressive

[@semajblu1]

@@CoasterStudios Oh dope thanks for explaining I couldn't wrap my mind around how it works.

[@laurencovington1258]

Layton is big and he is my Boy Fran

[@ericwilson5203]

💯that water rides should be a spritz and not like they just threw you in a pool with your clothes on! It can ruin your day to get that wet. The worst offender is the rapids ride at islands of adventure, what do you think ?

[@animeleek]

That thing is diabolical but fun tho

[@BruinPhD2009]

Not gonna lie, I hate log flumes, white water rapids, anything that splashes me with water that I can’t control. 😂 Maybe I need some counseling…

[@deadmind1566]

Sploosh

[@ScottyMania313]

Has Six Flags added a corny tagline to this cool looking Mack Ride, like AQUAMAN POWER WAVE - Be Prepared to get Moist

[@Coolbreeze0988]

If I want to get wet…. I’m going to a water park. I never understand water rides

[@TGHstudio]

I recently rode it 5 times in Walibi Belgium, full boat every time. I only got reasonably wet once, but all other times it was just a few splashes and one time even nothing. Seeing this review, I would thus expect it is maybe controllable? Depending on the amount of water they dump in the splash basin? Did you got really wet on the one in Walibi as well? I also kind of disagree on the excitement level of this ride, I found it quite impactful when going up & down the peaks. I would even say that the water element is the disappointing part. Oh, how opinions can be different... :D The turntable is undeniably cool though. Thanks for the review.

[@chorokee]

My home park has one. I've heard that the amount of water in the splash pool is controlable. While in summer, the park makes it max-filled to get more splash. But while in winter like 7°C, they only fill minimal to make people less wet.

[@TGHstudio]

@@chorokee That makes sense. Thanks for confirming!

[@kahunamoe22]

looks like roller coaster tycoon

[@josephferrara6309]

This replaces a pretty boring Aquaman flume ride so it’s an upgrade. I am not a fan of getting drenched at a park so it’s not something I will ride more than a few times.

[@CoasterStudios]

Oh it’s definitely better than the ride it replaced, that’s for sure!

[@topgunjoeicdbko]

This needs to replace jurassic park at unversal Florida. This ride system with the dark ride full layout. Give this ride the hour wait time back it use to have!

[@salsashark3342]

as someone who's never been on this, I agree wholeheartedly

[@oceanairboy]

It never fails with your videos to catch people doing weird stuff on ride. Lol. This time it's a kid in the front row throwing up 2 middle fingers for the entire ride, sitting right next to a 5 year old. 😂🤦‍♂️

[@markrobbins8711]

Well it is six flags

[@laurencovington1258]

❤😊

[@Vijayrocks1234]

Bro stop hating on aquman. I love this ride as it gives me a new experience so shut up.

[@IcyEvolution-m9y]

Crap this ride is about to be cloned to 10 other parks

[@edvaira6891]

This looks even more boring than the kinda-lame copy of Journey to Atlantis we’ve had at Sea World San Diego (Whose motto must be…”Ride Mediocre Clones of Much Better Rides from our Florida Parks because You’re Not Worth Spending Money On!”) since 2012!

[@mitchel4361]

So cedar fair doesn't need to buy these...ok. I'll let them know how sucky these are...lol

[@michaelwright131]

aquaman...that sht aint nothing🙄

[@rabooey]

It looks like a half-assed, crappy ride. Absolutely zero level of attraction. A row of misters would have had a better level of attraction, with a far cheaper price tag.