Disney Parks is revving up anticipation for Tron: Ares with a Grid-inspired refresh at two flagship resorts. At Walt Disney World, the TRON Lightcycle/Run ride will receive a notable color-upgrade, while Shanghai’s TRON Lightcycle Power Run is also getting a refreshed look. In addition, fans will get a taste of the film’s soundtrack as Nine Inch Nails previews are planned for a limited time. The overlays and music previews will debut on September 15 at Disney World and September 16 at Shanghai Disneyland.
Tron: Ares, directed by Joachim Rønning, broadens the saga of The Grid and the digital world that coexists with our own. The film’s ensemble includes Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Cameron Monaghan, and Jeff Bridges, among others. The team has tapped Nine Inch Nails to craft the soundtrack, a collaboration whose composition universe is shaped by Oscar-winning contributors Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, building on the franchise’s storied musical legacy, which previously centered around Daft Punk’s iconic score for Tron: Legacy.
The movie is set to arrive in theaters on October 10, continuing the franchise’s long-standing blend of high-tech adventures and immersive world-building. Disney’s approach—pairing on-ride upgrades with new music and story momentum—highlights a broader strategy to extend Tron’s momentum into the park experience and cinema release in the run-up to the film.
What this means for fans and visitors
– A refreshed Grid aesthetic across both parks creates a fresh visual hook for returning visitors and newcomers alike.
– Limited-time soundtrack previews offer a new sonic dimension to the Tron experience, linking park attractions with the film’s musical identity.
– The collaboration with Nine Inch Nails signals a bold shift in the franchise’s musical direction, while maintaining a link to the series’ legacy through notable composers.
Summary
Disney is pairing in-park visual upgrades with exclusive soundtrack previews ahead of Tron: Ares, weaving park experiences with the film’s launch. The simultaneous updates at Disney World and Shanghai Disneyland, combined with a Nine Inch Nails-driven score, aim to amplify hype for the October release while offering fans something new to explore in both real and digital worlds.
Positive note
These moves create a fresh, immersive lead-up to Tron: Ares, giving fans a reason to revisit the Grid and experience the story from both a cinematic and experiential standpoint. If you’re planning a visit, keep an eye on official park channels for timing and availability of the music previews and ride overlays.