Hollywood Studios is preparing to introduce another virtual queue, and visitors heading to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will soon face new restrictions when trying to access one of the land’s newest offerings.Virtual queues aren’t unfamiliar territory for Disney World visitors. Over the years, Disney has used the system to manage demand for popular attractions, particularly when new experiences attract overwhelming crowds.Now, the company is bringing the system back to Galaxy’s Edge, although this time, guests won’t be waiting to board a ride.Instead, Disney is introducing a new experience with strict participation requirements, limited availability, and no guarantee that visitors will get what they’re waiting for.A Familiar System Returns to Galaxy’s EdgeWhen Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in December 2019, Disney introduced a virtual queue to manage the massive crowds hoping to experience the attraction.Rather than standing in a traditional line, guests joined boarding groups through Disney’s digital system and waited for their turn.The process became a major part of the Galaxy’s Edge experience, with boarding groups sometimes disappearing within minutes.Disney eventually discontinued the virtual queue for Rise of the Resistance, allowing guests to use a traditional standby line instead.However, starting November 17, the virtual queue system will return to Galaxy’s Edge for an entirely different reason.Credit: DisneyDisney Confirms New Addition Arriving November 17Disney is introducing Batuu Adventure Buddies, a collection of interactive companions that guests can purchase at Droid Depot.The new merchandise arrives at Hollywood Studios on November 17.Visitors can choose from three Star Wars creatures: Grogu, an Ewok, or a Huttlet.Unlike traditional plush toys, these companions feature interactive sounds, animated eyes, and special reactions that respond to touch and nearby buddies.However, purchasing one at Hollywood Studios won’t be as simple as walking into Droid Depot.Disney will require guests to join a virtual queue through the My Disney Experience app, with two opportunities available daily:7 a.m. EST1 p.m. EST, after entering Disney’s Hollywood StudiosGuests must have valid theme park admission to participate.Disney has also established several restrictions:Each virtual queue party may include up to two guests.Both guests must appear in the My Disney Experience app.Both guests are eligible to purchase a companion.No standby line will operate while the virtual queue is active.Standby access may become available after all boarding groups have been called.Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee a purchase.Credit: Jeremy Thompson, FlickrThree New Additions Bring Different ThingsEach Batuu Adventure Buddy features interactive reactions, giving visitors several ways to play with their companions.The three available characters offer different experiences:HuttletAppetite Echo: Double-tap its belly to activate giggles, animated eyes, and a deep Huttese laugh.Cunning Deal Maker: Triple-tap its head for a mischievous grin and animated coin.EwokEndor Dance Party: Triple-tap its head for rhythmic eye animations, Ewokese chanting, and drumming. Nearby Ewoks may join.Forest Call Chain: Double-tap its belly to trigger a scout call that nearby buddies can answer in their own languages.GroguSnack Surprise: Feed Grogu using his accessories, then double-tap his belly for a belch and satisfied sigh.Force Play: Triple-tap his head for special Force-inspired eye animations that excite nearby companions.Additional reactions are described on each buddy’s packaging.Credit: DisneyAdditional Accessories Expand the ExperienceDisney is also offering three themed gear packs for an additional charge.Each collection includes accessories that attach to the companion’s left hand and activate different sounds and animations.The available collections include:Endor Gear Set: Spear, horn, grilled fish, and an Endor-style poncho.Mandalore Gear Set: Mythosaur axe, nummies, beskar chest armor, and a shoulder cape.Batuu Gear Set: YT-1300 Freighter model, all-kit tool, ronto wrap, and a Batuuan poncho.Guests purchasing a companion will visit a dedicated wall bay inside Droid Depot.A cast member will help them select their buddy and accessories, then guide them through an activation experience that brings their new companion to life.Afterward, guests can take their buddy into Galaxy’s Edge and explore Batuu together.Credit: DisneyMore Adventures Await Throughout the LandWhile Batuu Adventure Buddies introduce another interactive experience, Galaxy’s Edge already offers several opportunities for visitors to become part of the Star Wars universe.Popular experiences include:Savi’s Workshop: Build a customized lightsaber during a guided experience.Droid Depot: Assemble a personalized astromech droid.Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run: Pilot the famous spacecraft or take on another crew position during an interactive mission.Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance: Join the Resistance in an immersive adventure against the First Order.Character encounters: Meet or interact with familiar Star Wars characters throughout Batuu.Themed shopping and dining: Explore detailed marketplaces, specialty shops, and restaurants inspired by the Star Wars universe.These experiences help make Galaxy’s Edge more than a collection of traditional theme park attractions.New Restrictions Begin Next WeekStarting November 17, visitors hoping to purchase a Batuu Adventure Buddy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will need to plan around Disney’s new virtual queue requirements.With only two daily opportunities to join and purchases not guaranteed, interested guests should prepare before arriving.For Star Wars fans, the experience adds another way to interact with Galaxy’s Edge, even if getting one of these new companions requires extra planning.The post Disney’s Hollywood Studios Enforces New ‘Star Wars’ Virtual Queue Starting November 17 appeared first on Inside the Magic.