TheKingdom Heartsseries is no stranger tofeaturing complex combat systems with a wide variety of entertaining mechanics.Kingdom Hearts 3is no exception, as it has flashy and addictive gameplay, mostly thanks to elements like Shotlocks, Keyblade Transformations, Summons, and more. However, one of this game’s most endearing mechanics isAttraction Flow.
With this power, Sora, Donald, and Goofy can summon different famous attractions that originate from Disney theme parks, and use them in order to attack large groups of enemies. It’s a fun and colorful combat mechanic, but each attraction works in its own unique way, which means some are more useful than others. So this is how all the Attraction Flow attacks inKingdom Hearts 3stack up against each other.
6Mountain Coaster
Based On Big Thunder Mountain
On paper,Mountain Coasterhas the potential to be the most thrilling Attraction Flow in the entire game. Sora can summon this gigantic rollercoaster that can shoot projectiles from its chimney and, after a while, the player can ram the vehicle against an enemy for massive damage.
But sadly, Mountain Coaster left a lot to be desired for two main reasons: First, it goes on for way too long, so it ends up feeling extremely repetitive. And second, it can only be used twice in the entire game:Against the Rock Titanand against the horde of 10,000 enemies in the Keyblade Graveyard. Its situational nature makes Mountain Coaster the most underwhelming attraction in the entire game.
Mad Tea Cupsis a very simplistic Attraction, but this simplicity works in its favor, seeing as it’s one of the very first Attraction Flow summons that is introduced to the player. With it, Sora, Donald, and Goofy can ride on 3 large teacups and ram into enemies with them, before finishing them off with a fantastical combined attack.
In comparison to other attractions, Mad Tea Cups is quite dull, but it can be a fun distraction. Not to mention thatit’s used in a cute & unique way in theStrawberry Flanmini-game.On the other hand, the real-life Disneyland attraction that it’s inspired by, Mad Tea Party, is based onAlice in Wonderland. So, having a reference toone of the very first Disney Worlds that Sora visited back inKingdom Hearts1is a really cute detail for veteran players.
4Magic Carousel
Based On Many Carousels In Disney Theme Parks
Carousels are some of the most common theme park rides for children throughout the world, so theMagic Carouselalready has a huge air of familiarity for most players. This Attraction Flow has Sora, Donald, and Goofy riding an enchanted carousel that attacks enemies with powerful sound waves.
The efficiency and strength of these sound waves depend on the player’s timing of the attack button, which is simple but effective. While Magic Carousel may not offer as much mobility as other Attractions inKingdom Hearts 3, it more than makes up for it with both the immense power its sound wave attacks can achieve, and its fascinating atmosphere and presentation.
3Pirate Ship
Based On Sailing Ship Columbia
Just like Magic Carousel,Pirate Shipis also one of the most static Attraction Flows in the game, but this one gives the player a lot more control and mobility. This time around,Sora, Donald, and Goofy can summon a gigantic pirate shipand attack enemies either by swinging the vessel or by splashing them with water magic.
Because of the Pirate Ship’s impressive size, and the player’s ability to change its direction, this attraction can cover a lot of ground and deal massive damage, even against large enemies like Rock Trolls or Metal Trolls. And to make things even better, its finisher looks beautiful and can annihilate even more enemies with ease. This is a really magical attraction that feels very satisfying to use,especially in the Caribbean, the world based on thePirates of the Caribbeanfranchise.
2Blaster Blaze
Based On Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Blaster Blazeis undoubtedly the most unique power that Attraction Flow has to offer in the entire game since it’s mostly based on an interactive in-doors dark ride. In this Attraction Flow, Sora, Donald, and Goofy can hop on three vehicles and shoot at enemies in first person. The player can also use the Thruster Boost in order to move around and ram into even more enemies in the process.
The truth is that Blaster Blaze completely alters the gameplay of the game, which may be frustrating for some players, but it really adds some brief variety to the combat, and it’s overall a very fun distraction. In a way, this Attraction Flow feels likea more simplistic version of theGigasthat Sora can use in Toy Box. This is extremely fitting, considering that Blaster Blaze is based on a real-lifeToy Storyattraction.
1Splash Run
Based On Grizzly River Run, Kali River Rapids and Roaring Rapids
When the player activates theSplash Runattraction,Sora, Donald, and Goofy get on a circular boat that leaves behind a trail of water.When its finisher is activated, the boat travels backward over the water and concludes with a huge splash of Water magic. Splash Run truly has everything that aKingdom Hearts 3player is looking for in Attraction Flow: It’s flashy, it’s colorful, it covers a lot of ground, it deals a lot of damage (especially with its Finisher) and it gives them a lot of customization and mobility to play around with.
As mundane as it may seem, drawing a path of Water Magic in the middle of the battle is truly one of the most entertaining combat mechanics in the entire game. Not to mention that Splash Run is based on the many river rapids rides that can be found in Disney parks, which are always some of the most fun and thrilling attractions that can be experienced in these locations.If Attraction Flow is brought back in futureKingdom Heartstitles, Splash Run should definitely be one of the attractions that can be summoned with it.
