With the addition of its motion control ‘Kinect’ device, more innovative types of games suddenly became possible for the XBox 360. While uses of the tech have been hit-or-miss (even Nintendo has only just started to fully realize motion control’s potential with its release of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword), attempts to innovate are always welcome. With new game “Kinect Rush: A Disney•Pixar Adventure,” Microsoft and Disney/Pixar are giving gamers a chance to step into the shoes of characters from Pixar films such as Toy Story, The Incredibles, and Up. Jump ahead to check out official details, the first trailer, and some screenshots from the game.
Xbox 360 and Disney•Pixar are excited to announce you can bring home the magic of “Kinect Rush: A DisneyPixar Adventure” on March 20, 2012 for $49.99 USD. Previously code-named “Rush,” “Kinect Rush: A DisneyPixar Adventure” brings five beloved Disney•Pixar films to life like never before. Team up with characters from “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “Up!,” “Cars” and “Toy Story” to race against time and solve time-based challenges without ever leaving your living room.
“Kinect Rush: A DisneyPixar Adventure,” invites families and fans of all ages to experience the worlds of five beloved Disney•Pixar films like never before. Through the magic of Kinect for Xbox 360, scan yourself into the game to become a unique character in five Pixar worlds. Team up with characters from “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “Up,” “Cars” and “Toy Story” to solve puzzles and uncover hidden secrets.
For the first time in Kinect history, you and your favorite Pixar character can interact on screen and play cooperatively to solve challenges. Use your voice and body to seamlessly move from fast-paced puzzle-solving to moments of pulse-pounding agility and speed.
- Get in the game. Scan yourself in using Kinect to become a character in five different Pixar movie worlds!
- Cooperative play.You’ll never feel alone while playing “Kinect Rush: A DisneyPixar Adventure” — play with a friend or look to your Pixar friends to help you in each adventure.
- Explore and discover. Work with a friend to solve puzzling obstacles or team up with a Pixar character to find hidden secrets.
Here are screenshots from each of the different Pixar universes represented in the game:
