Coaster Nut 6 days ago

Launch Pace Rattle Harness

Can't help but compare this to Top Thrill Dragster. I rode TTD dozens of times, and never felt the tiniest rattle. KK has a small rattle that becomes rather pronounced at 128 mph. Loved the speed and height, but the vibration gave me a mild headache and slight nausea. Also, the lap bars on TTD make for a much better ride experience than the OTSRs on KK.

lyd lydian 6 days ago

First Drop Launch Intensity Rattle Too short

This ride is very divisive for some reason, but I think it's absolutely fantastic for what it is. That launch is out of this world. The pullouts are very intense, and of course, that twisting drop is so memorable! While the hill after the drop doesn't give much airtime, it doesn't really need to. I think it serves its purpose as a "cooler brake run" moreso than an actual element, and I think it's definitely better than going straight into the brakes, so I judge it like so.

LolUrDad ! 6 months ago

First Drop Launch Pace Too short Reliability

I love this ride. It’s just pure fun. There’s nothing like this ride (anymore). You’re just launched at 128 mph with so much force it’s insane. I love that first launch. The drop is alright, but that moment when you reach 456 feet is just so memorable. I absolutely love getting to the top and seeing for MILES. It’s an experience that you can’t really get anywhere else. Even that last hill gives some floater, which surprised me. Ok, apparently people say this ride isn’t too good because of the rattle and restraints. Maybe if you sit toward the back, but why would you? The front has that amazing feeling of your cheeks being ripped off with insane winds. I’ve had four rides and I’ve never noticed a rattle. In fact, I always forget those restraints are next to my head as you can’t even see them or feel them. This ride is way too overhated. So much fun ;)

Smauge 8 months ago

Nice surprise! Launch Intensity Rattle

While there's a rattle at the end of the launch track, it doesn't affect the sheer intensity and insanity you'll experience. Two rides, row 3 then 2, and holy cow, it was CRAZY. The launch was so fun and intense, the top hat had a GREAT view, and the airtime was there. I wasn't expecting this to be in my top 10, but here we are. Oh, and the restraints don't bother me that much. They only feel uncomfortable when you get the airtime at the top hat.

Yuuki Takemoto 9 months ago

Nice surprise! Launch Harness

I rode this a week after it opened, and I wasn't expecting 400 ft to look so TERRIFYING!! I never went on it again, until when I became a teenager. Even then, I had my eyes closed for awhile until I developed a coping method for my acrophobia. That being said, I love the launch! There's something about having your brain forcefully ripped from your body that's charming. I don't like the OTSRs, though. I understand NJ is strict about safety after what happened with Action Park (one of my friends who is like in her 50s actually went there), but it kinda ruins the experience.

A Useless Guy 9 months ago

Launch Rattle Too short

the launch is spectacular if your ignore the rattle that it has and its very short like top thrill dragster.

Capital Coasters 10 months ago

Launch Intensity Airtimes

Literally worse dragster

Coaster Demon 10 months ago

First Drop Pace Intensity Too short

KIngda Ka is one insane ride. The launch is extremely powerful and intense. The ride is very shaky but that adds the experience of this coaster. The drop is also really good and the airtime hill delivers solid airtime. Kingda Ka may be short. But it is one very intense and powerful coaster.

Unworthy Rider 10 months ago

Launch Fun Intensity

The launch goes so fast but the train is silent because you literally can’t scream. Just an incredibly intense, unforgettable experience. Front seat is the best. The King stay the King.

Inverted Thrills 10 months ago

Launch Fun Intensity Rattle

Feels a lot like dragster but quite shakier. Sitll a fantastic launch coaster and it feels good to say I've ridden the tallest coaster in the world

Carter Eckhart 11 months ago

Launch Intensity Too short Reliability

I didn't find it to be that rough and the restraints didn't bother me at all, and I don't care about the trim cuz I never got airtime on TTD anyway, I prefer this over TTD cuz the launch is significantly better, that's the only thing good about this ride but I love myself a nice intense launch.

X Coasters Forever 1 year ago

Launch Intensity Too short Reliability

This scream machine is out-of-control! The launch is insanely powerful as it pulls really strong positive G-forces. The camelback hill before the brakes also delivers some decent floater airtime if you sit in the front row. While this ride may have a rattle, it actually adds to the experience. Even though the ride experience only lasts for 28 seconds, despite the rattle it may have, Kingda Ka is one of my favorite roller coasters I’ve ever ridden!

Kw6sTheater 1 year ago

Launch Pace Intensity Rattle Too short Reliability

I technically rode Kingda Ka twice, but on lap one, the ride broke down, and the train I was on rolled back into the station. Close to park closing, I got in line for Ka again - since El Toro had a ridiculously long queue - and Kingda Ka broke down again just when I was next to ride. I waited it out this time, and finally got on 3rd row. In short - Kingda Ka is not an amazing coaster, definitely not in the same league as Voyage, Skyrush, El Toro, Fury 325, etc., but it’s one hell of a ride for sure. It’s the only coaster that has left me utterly speechless after riding, and absolutely worth a go for the experience (and the bragging rights). Kingda Ka is rough, though - the train was shaking and rattling the whole way through the launch, up/down the top hat, and into the brakes, which did detract from the experience a bit.

TheClassicRemake Man 1 year ago

Launch Fun Intensity Rattle Too short Layout

The second most intense experience you will ever experience.

Solar Winds 1 year ago

Launch Fun Intensity Rattle

Along with Top Thrill Dragster, this will likely be the most intense 30 seconds of your life. It is a bit of a one trick pony and very brief, but the pure insanity of the launch more than makes up for it. It's almost so fast that your body hasn't even processed what has just happened.

The T. 1 year ago

Launch Fun Intensity

Credit #68 Pros: -I like going fast. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Cons: -It's an inferior, less intense version of the TTD God at Cedar Point. Also, the back smells like cow poop; literally.

Mr. Roller Coasters 1 year ago

Launch Fun Intensity Too short Harness

It's very short & rough, but it's still insane, & an awesome ride.

Jack Jack J. 1 year ago

Launch Fun Intensity

Very intense launch and amazing sense of speed all through out. The height is intimidating and it’s just straight fun. Not much of a difference from Dragster imo.

手取Fishland 2 years ago

Capacity Harness Reliability

モノはデカくて立派だが、えらくあっさり、早く終わるという点でウマの交尾のようなコースター。

Isaiah White 2 years ago

Launch Fun Intensity Rattle Harness

Overall very solid ride for tallest coaster in the world. It has shown its age over the years because of how shaky it is but the speed and height 100% pays off for it. The harness does cut off some of the freedom but its not to bad. The best part is definitely when you get to the top because of the amazing view. It is unfortunate with the little airtime you get which is kind of sad because you would think you would get some airtime on the hill at the end but none can really be found. I would rather ride Top Thrill Dragster but overall Kingda Ka is definitely a coaster wonder of the earth is 100 percent a must do when you visit SixFlags Great Adventure.

Adrenaline Central 2 years ago

Launch Fun Intensity

This thing is insane. Most intense coaster I’ve ever been on. The rattle adds to the experience. Absolutely incredible ride.

Erik C. 2 years ago

Launch Fun Intensity Too short Reliability

Kingda Ka is a very thrilling ride that I feel is hated on too much. I rode this after riding TTD and Xcellerator, but I was not let down at all by this ride. I will admit that I've only ridden Kingda Ka and TTD once each, and in the front row for both, which arguably changes the experience. However, for now I am still rating Kingda Ka over TTD still for several reasons. First, it's been a long time (6+ yrs) since I rode TTD, so I do not remember the specifics from that ride very well. Some things that people complain about with Kingda Ka are the restraints and the rattle. I honestly did not feel any distracting rattle in the front seat, and the over-the-shoulder restraints did not get in my way. The pure sense of speed during the launch is the best part of this ride, as the wind is whipping your face. The 270 degree twisting drop is also crazy, and the airtime hill actually did provide a little. This gets a star off for its length and reliability. I hope to ride this and TTD closer together in the future to make better comparisons.

IronChef C. 2 years ago

it's good. Its an experience. But if you've done Dragster, you'll be let down. Rattles as everyone says. Restraints aren't the best but dont kill it really. Its just not as good as its little brother.

Rags Aki 3 years ago

Launch Too short Harness Pointless

速くて高いだけならフリーフォールでもできます。

Evangelion Martini 3 years ago

Airtimes Launch Intensity Rattle Harness

100th credit! Really fun coaster with one of the most intense experiences in the scene. The wind in your face that you get in the front is gnarly, and the enormous hill after the drop delivers way more forces and airtime than you would expect. However, the ridiculously uncomfortable, unnecessary over the shoulder restraints (that are required by New Jersey law, unfortunately) put a damper on what should be an incredible ride, making it just a great ride. The OTSRs become more of an issue in the back of the train, which compared to the glass smooth front is rattly as hell; the rattling itself wouldn't be enough to be too uncomfortable, but the rattle combined with the restraints can make for a ride experience that can be pretty unpleasant. Really the only change this ride needs is TTD's lapbars, but unfortunately the law isn't letting that happen.

Simon M. 3 years ago

Launch Intensity Capacity Harness

Didn't really mind the restraints. Launch is better than TTDs for me + I like the big hill. It rattles a bit but how could it not at such speeds and it's only in 2 places so who cares.

Raymond Jackson 4 years ago

Launch Intensity Rattle Headbanging

7.7 out of 10. best part was the takeoff, and rough trip that is all I got to say lol.

Dave Scott 4 years ago

Launch Harness Discomfort

Ooooh! Owww! Kingda Cow! The OTSR's and rough track spoiled this ride for me. The airtime hill on the return is real redout territory - military pilots are taught to not pull heavy negative G because it's seriously uncomfortable having blood jammed into your eyes. Kingda Ka gave me a massive headache almost immediately. What a come down from the masterpiece that is Top Thrill Dragster. in fact on the day I remember clearly stating that I preferred the little vekoma booster bike at Flamingo Land. Still a lot of fun to try once, but there are better rides at SFGAdv.

Gavin Baez 4 years ago

Launch Layout Rattle Theming Harness

Kingda Ka is the tallest roller coaster in the world right now. Just because it’s the tallest doesn’t mean it’s the best. This ride has a lot of cons. Let me start with the pros first. The launch is incredibly fast and amazing. Also you get a perfect view of everything as you slowly make it over the top hill. The drop has the usual twist in it as you plummet down at speeds past 100mph. This ride has many cons. First, it’s harnesses are uncomfortable and you won’t be able to put your hands up. And as you come back down, it will crush your thighs as it tightens because of the speed. This is why Cedar Point’s, Top Thrill Dragster, is better because its harnesses are lap bars and are more comfortable for being the second tallest roller coaster in the world which I’ve been on as well. Second, the launch is insanely rough. Third, the theming is horrible and I still don’t know what it’s supposed to represent. Fourth, it’s location is secluded, by trees and fences, so you’ll only be able to see it’s true height, and not the launch. On Top Thrill Dragster, there are bleachers located right next to the launch so you’ll be able to see its incredible speed as it heads up the hill. And fifth, if you sit in the back or close to the back, get prepared for the worst migraine of your life. So I suggest you sit in the front.

Philippe-Minh N. 5 years ago

Launch Pace Rattle Too short

Great launch and speed... but only in the front. Very rattly acceleration otherwise. Still, a memorable coaster that will give you many bragging rights!

Eric Esty 5 years ago

Launch Rattle Capacity Harness

Kingda Ka is the worse version of Top Thrill Dragster. A double loading station that's never used, crappy hard vest restraints, a wonky launch, and an incredibly annoy rattle. And its capacity it worsened by Zumanjaro and its worse reliability.