Disney Interactive Studios unveiled today the classic character costumes of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald who will be joining the mix of Disney and Pixar characters in the upcoming action-adventure videogame Disney Universe set for release this fall. The game brings together for the first time characters and worlds inspired by both animated and live action films from Disney’s Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Pictures. The new classic characters are joined by other characters like Mike and Sulley from Pixar’s Monsters Inc., Alice and the Mad Hatter from Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, Stitch from Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and many more! [Read more…]
Disney Universe Trailer, Images Showcase The World Of WALL-E
Disney Interactive Studios is commemorating the 42nd anniversary of mankind’s first steps on the moon by unveiling the space-set world that is inspired by Disney•Pixar’s WALL•E for their upcoming multiplayer action-adventure game, Disney Universe. Newly unveiled images of the environment and characters give players yet another glimpse into the mischievous world of Disney Universe, the first video game that brings together characters and worlds inspired by both animated and live action films from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Pictures. [Read more…]
First: New Video Details Pixar’s Collaboration On Cars 2 Video Game
I am excited to bring you a new behind-the-scenes video on “Cars 2: The Video Game,” which we are exclusively debuting alongside our fellow Pixar blogs. The video details just how involved Pixar was with the development of the game. I have written extensively about the strong partnership between Pixar and Avalanche, the developer of the game. As you will see in the video, Pixar brought Avalanche in very early in the production of Cars 2, so the film and the game evolved alongside each other. Pixar employees such as Story Supervisor Nathan Stanton, Animator Adam Burke, and Supervising Technical Director Apurva Shah were all on-board in helping extend Pixar’s vision into the video game world. Check out the fascinating video in hi-def here! [Read more…]
Game Review: Cars 2 Video Game
Hearing that there would be a Cars 2 video game, it was not difficult to imagine where developer Avalanche Software would take it. They could have simply churned out a little racing game and walked away with some easy money in their pockets. However, sitting down and playing thoroughly through it, it is apparent that Avalanche put in a good deal of work to make this not only a creative racing game, but one that has huge replay value due to its awesome multiplayer modes and just how much damn fun it is. Read on for my review of “Cars 2: The Video Game.” [Read more…]
Cars 2 Video Game Available Now
UPDATE: My in-depth review of the game is up here.
It is a big week for Pixar and Disney. Not only is Cars 2 coming this Friday, the video game for the film was just released today! So get your gaming keyboards and consoles all set as the game is available for almost every platform out there – XBox 360, Wii, Playstation 3, DS, PC and MAC. I am currently playing through every nook and cranny of the game and will have a review up soon. Right now, I can say that the game is loads of fun, especially in multiplayer mode. Disney and Pixar worked really hard on this game and taking your first spin around the track really helps you see that. Today, Disney Interactive released a launch trailer (in HD), a few more beautiful screenshots, and a full press release, which you can view here! [Read more…]
E3: Disney Universe Trailer, Images Showcase Monsters, Inc. World
In conjunction with E3, the biggest gamer event of the year, Disney Interactive has released a brand new trailer and many new images from the upcoming “Disney Universe” game for the XBox 360, Wii, Playstation 3, and PC/MAC. It is the first game ever to integrate the worlds and characters of Pixar with Disney live-action and animated films. Players don costumes inspired by famous characters from film universes such as Monsters, Inc. and Alice In Wonderland and can choose to help each other or insert a bit of competition. Take a look at the new trailer here, which showcases the Monsters, Inc. world, which will figure prominently in the game. [Read more…]
New Cars 2 Video Game Trailer – The Elite
Disney Interactive has just released a brand new trailer for the upcoming Cars 2 video game. Entitled “The Elite,” the trailer is the most action-packed look at the game yet! Who are these elite characters? Why, they would be Finn McMissile, Holley Shiftwell, and…Mater? Well, you shouldn’t count the tow truck out, as you will see that he truly can go toe-to-toe with Finn and Holley (sort of) when they are in the world of C.H.R.O.M.E., the spy organization that trains its members using simulated missions. Read on to take a look at the crazy trailer! [Read more…]
Screenshots and Character Images From Disney Universe Game
E3 is rapidly approaching and Disney Interactive is going all out in the promotion of their previously unannounced title, “Disney Universe.” The title had been rumored for a bit, but now that it has been announced it looks like fans are rather curious to see how a game featuring both Disney and Pixar properties will turn out. Players don costumes of famous characters such as Mike Wazowski and Stitch and are granted powers exclusive to those characters. We shared a full teaser trailer with you earlier today and now we have some hi-res images of the characters and a few screenshots here! [Read more…]
More Details, Full Teaser Trailer For Disney Universe Game
A few days ago, Disney Interactive released a clip of a teaser trailer for “Disney Universe,” a game that takes characters on a ride through the worlds of Disney and Pixar. While Disney still remains mum on the gameplay, they have released a few more details about the game and a full teaser trailer. With the tagline and the music focusing on suiting up, it looks like players will be able to suit up in costume as one of 40+ characters from Disney and Pixar films, such as Mike Wazowski from the Monsters, Inc. franchise. Read on to take a look at the trailer and when the game might be seeing its release! [Read more…]
Disney Universe Game To Include Pixar Characters
On Tuesday, Disney unveiled a new teaser trailer for the upcoming game, “Disney Universe.” While the title alerts us to the fact that various characters from animated Disney films will be joining in on the fun, the surprise here is that Pixar characters will be mixing it up as well! Many have clamored for the appearance of some of the beloved Pixar characters in games such as Kingdom Hearts, so this is a great step. Many details about the game are not yet known, but check out the trailer here and find out when we will be able to hold the game in our hands and play now! [Read more…]
