Six Flags Great Adventure has officially announced Bakunawa, a groundbreaking new roller coaster set to open in 2027. Manufactured by Mack Rides, the attraction will become the world’s tallest and fastest spinning launch coaster, reaching a height of 116 m (382 ft) and speeds of up to 161 km/h (100 mph).
Inspired by the legendary Bakunawa sea serpent from Philippine folklore, the coaster combines immersive storytelling with multiple industry-first innovations. Riders will experience three powerful LSM launches, including the world’s first upside-down launch, as well as the world’s first floorless spinning coaster design.
Bakunawa is expected to set six world records:
- World’s Fastest Spinning Coaster
- World’s Tallest Spinning Coaster
- World’s Fastest Inversion
- World’s Longest Stall Inversion
- World’s First Floorless Spinning Coaster
- World’s First Upside-Down Launch
The attraction will feature freely rotating vehicles, ensuring a unique ride experience on every journey. As the centerpiece of Six Flags Great Adventure’s redeveloped Boardwalk area, Bakunawa is poised to become one of the most anticipated coaster openings of 2027 and another milestone in the long-standing partnership between Six Flags and Mack Rides.