Happy 25th DCA Anniversay and more!

 

© Parker Marley / © Disney

(Special thank you for Parker over at on X.com for giving us permission to share this image with us.)

You can follow him over there: https://x.com/parkermarley

"Happy 25th Anniversary of 'Disney's California Adventure' and more!"

Hello Friends!

I know it's been a very long time since I made any postings on this blog.  I want to personally say 'thank you' for visiting this blog page and as well showing your #DisneySide by playing our simulations over at Themagical.nl !

Themagical team are safe and healthly as we exited the post-COVID years right now.  We thank you for checking in with us on our personal social media accounts over the post-COVID years.

:: Happy 25th Anniversary DCA ::

February 8, 2001 was the official date when 'Disney's California Adventure' park opened in Anahem, California. Within walking distance of the original Disneyland Park Resort, it was quite an undertaking as it was themed of sights of the state of California.

25 years later, this park had major theme changes and newer ride attractions were added and as well later rethemed.

As we look back on the wonderful ride attractions that Disney created for this unquie theme park, we added some of those wonderful attractions on our website. You can play our unofficial simulations that came from DCA.  

#DCA25 #Disneyland #DCA

© Themagical.nl / Josh Stauffer / © Disney

© Themagical.nl / Josh Stauffer / © Disney

Play it here: https://www.themagical.nl/simulation/soarin/

Starting with our dubbed at the time of the internet was changing over to #HTML5 our very own 'First Ever HTML5 simulation of it's kind on the internet' .... SOARIN'. 

Even though this simulation ride attraction is based off the 'Walt Disney World' ride layout, it was imported from Disney's California Adventure park for it's "Year Of A Million Dreams" promotion to be added to EPCOT theme park.

Grizzly River Rapids Simulation

© Themagical.nl / © Disney

Play it here: https://www.themagical.nl/simulation/grizzly-river-run/

 

Grizzly River Rapids simulation was Themagical's first ever water ride attraction.  It was such a delight for our visitors when we introduce this particular simulation.

It was greatly received and it's been one of most played simulations on Themagical's website.

Another great ride attraction over at Disney's California Adventure where you take a expedition raft tour of the mountain range of the great Grizzy Bear rock work, lush tree landscapes, and the rough water rapids that you know you'll be getting WET!

It's a great welcome to be relief of the heat during the summers in California.

Toy Story Midway Mania Simulation

© Themagical.nl / © Disney • PIXAR

Play it here: https://www.themagical.nl/simulation/toystory-midway-mania/

Join Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear, and all the toys by playing their carnival games! 
 
Presenting Disney's California Adventure 'Toy Story Midway Mania' is another ride attraction where guests are shrunk down to a size of a toy to play in Andy's bedroom in a carnival playset style shooter game.

This is another 'first of its kind simulation' by using #HTML5 coding without the need of Adobe Flash Player.  Most of your smartphones, tablets, gaming platforms systems, and web browsers can handle the HTML5 coding.

:: Reighard's Personal Life Update ::

I had some personal milestones myself as I became a father of 2 in 2020/2022 , it's been a blessing as I entered fatherhood which at times made it difficult for me to write on here and as well the challenging times of COVID-19 situation and post-COVID.

I did whatever I could to help Martijn (founder/webmaster/simulator creator of Themagical.nl) while I did the night shift mode durning the nights with graphic design and research.  He understood the challenges of being a parent and the little time you have for personal time.

I was helping behind the scenes whenever I could and definitely grateful for my assistance.

:: TMNEWSIM: A new project: Droomvlucht Simulation, Efteling ::

Currently working on a passion project: a fully playable HTML5 simulation of the legendary Efteling darkride, Droomvlucht. From the spiraling heights of the Castles in the Sky to the glow of the Troll Swamp, I’m recreating the magic one line of code at a time. It’s been a challenge getting the unique suspended ride physics just right, but the dream is slowly coming to life!

Stay tuned for more updates—the gates to the dream world are opening this year.

© Themagical.nl / © Efteling

#Efteling #Droomvlucht #IndieDev #HTML5 #DarkRide #ThemeParkSim #CreativeCoding #themagical #TMNewSim

:: Closing thoughts ::

I want to say I'm sorry for the longest time of not postings on here. Don't forget our contest is still going on and winners have already received their prizes!

We appreciate all our fans and visitors who visit this wonderful place over at Themagical.nl .... WELCOME!

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for updates and fun surprises too!

Take care and be safe!

Until Then,

Reighard

Themagical’s 20 Celebration

 

Happy 20th Anniversary Themagical.nl ! On December 1, 2000 , Themagical.nl came online for the first time. The mission of this website was to bring the magic and enjoyment of virtually control your favorite Disney ride attraction online.

20 magical years later, we are celebrating this wonderful milestone! 

Starting today, we invite you to enter to win some special prizes: (open to *US Residents) 

- *Disney style prizes packages 

- *iOS Gift App valued up to $20 (USD).

- *One year subscription to Disney+ ! ($70 value) 

- **Use our official social media handle #themagical20 for additional raffle entries along with the promotion image used on this post. 

Special thanks to Mr. DAPs (dapsmagic.com) and as well Jocelyn @disneygratitud1 via Twitter (disneydreamin411.com) who are providing these fun prizes! 

**Official rules on how to enter to win, read our blog at: http://randydorney.blogspot.com/contest 

If you have any questions about this special event: email at: sdt_themagical@outlook.com Subject title: “Themagical 20” 

#themagical20

Introducing Andrew to our creative team!

Hello Friends,

It's been a long time since I last posted any new updates.  I hope you are doing well during this difficult time we are experiencing in this world of COVID-19 .

We want to introduce a new member that will be joining our creative team development.  Please welcome Andrew Waller!!

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Q1.) Tell us a little bit about yourself. 

Well I live in Arizona I visit Disneyland as much as I can and I love learning how rides work and learning about Cast Members roles at the parks and Themagical.nl is the best way to learn! To be able to work the roles of a cast member! 

Q2.) How did you hear about themagical.nl site?

Actually I was in line at Disneyland for Big Thunder Mountain and I enjoyed Big Thunder so much so I looked things up and I came across themagical.nl! 

Q3.) If you had a choice of a Disney Simulation from themagical.nl, what is your ultimate favorite and why?

My favorite sim is Soarin. I have always enjoyed riding Soarin and just to be able to see the other side of the ride is a dream come true! 

Q4.) What's your part of themagical.nl team and what do you do?

I will be the graphic designer of themagical.nl I am supper excited to work with the team to bring all of our favorite attractions right to your computer! 

Q5.) What simulation would you like to see to the themagical.nl?

One of the attractions that I have always enjoyed when going to Disneyland was Pirates of The Caribbean! 

Q6.) Is there anything you would like to say to our readers of this blog?

Yeah I can’t wait to help the Themagical.nl team, I’m supper excited for you all to see what they have planned! 

Thanks!

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I want to personally thank Andrew for stopping by for this fun interview and we wish all the best for Andrew as he will helping us create graphics on all upcoming simulation development along with the creative team.

Thank you for reading and stay tuned for a upcoming sneak peek of #TMNewSim which will be revealing 'real soon'!

Until Then, Be Safe!

Reighard

Themagical is here for you

Hi Friends!

We hope you are doing well during this unfortunate virus outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) while trying to be safe and healthy.

:: "Checking In is NOT just for places" ::

We want to make sure that Themagical is here for you!   Even though we are a simulation website to past some (quarantine) time when you are bored, needing a #DisneyFix, having a #amusementparkwithdrawal , or maybe curious how the 'magic' of your favorite Disney ride attraction works.  Thank you for visiting us!

How is Themagical helping during the COVID19 outbreak:

• Social Media Accounts: If you aren't already following us, connect with us! Search "Themagical.nl" on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!
•  Website Access Availability: We may experience possible Internet lagging or server down-time due to heavy website usage in the weeks ahead. We are trying to keep this website available for all to enjoy during this unprecedented time. We apologies for any inconvenience it may cause for you.
• Messenger Chat: If you are a member on our Facebook page, you are welcome to chat with us! We will try our best to respond to your language via Google Translate if you are in need to talk to us. Themagical team will be happy to chat with you, but please understand the time difference that your message response may be delayed for a immediate response from us.
• Email Communications:  If you need to talk us via email, email Themagical team: Martijn (Webmaster/Founder of Themagical/Simulation Creator) webmaster@themagical.nl || Reighard (Co-Admin of Themagical/Simulation Creator) sdt_themagical@outlook.com 
• Live Stream Events: Reighard will be doing 'Live Shows' to connect with the community.  Be sure to follow him via Twitter (@randydorney) for when he will be broadcasting and click on the tab "Late Nite with Randy" above on this blog page. 

:: #TMNewSim on-track! ::

From our last update back in February of this year, #TMNewSim is on-track on our simulation development.

Beta testing will be announced to our beta testing members when we feel the simulation is ready for testing.

Be sure to keep an eye on our social media accounts for special previews of our upcoming HTML5 simulation for Themagical.nl by following #TMNewSim ! 


:: Closing Thoughts: How are you doing lately? ::

Themagical team is here for you and we want to make sure you how are you doing lately?  We will try our best to connect with you if you are in need to talk.

We sincerely appreciate you all.

Thank you for reading this blog site and visiting Themagical.nl !

Until then,



Reighard

Themagical statement on COVID19

Dear Community Users,

I’ve been hesitated to write about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and by now, you’ve likely learned the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation that’s affecting all factors of everyday activities from social gatherings such as movie theaters, special events, amusement theme parks, restaurants, and more.

Themagical.nl anticipates high volume website usage in the weeks ahead. We encourage your patience in case of Internet lagging and possible downtime experience while playing our simulations. We apologies for any inconvenience it may have caused.

Themagical team suggest the following in regards to the COVID-19:
• Please take care for yourself and especially the ones who are more vulnerable to the virus.
• Wash your hands for 20 seconds and disinfect your keyboard, mouse, *smartphones, *tablets, and other devices with disinfection wipes. *Check your manufacture for proper cleaning of your devices.
• Keep a safe distance from others (Social Distancing).
• Stay at home as much as you can if you feeling sick or if you are able to work from home.
• Follow the guidelines of your the Health Departments & Government of your country.

Take Care and Stay Safe!

Themagical Team