Tag Archives: epic mickey
Tue, Jan 29, 2013 | 22:15 GMT
Disney confirms closure of Junction Point Studios
Disney has confirmed its closure of Epic Mickey developer Junction Point studios.
Tue, Jul 24, 2012 | 16:01 BST
Spector and Wolfman discuss storytelling techniques in Epic Mickey 2 developer diary
Junction Point has released a third developer diary for Epic Mickey 2 : The Power of Two, in which Warren Spector talks about working with comic book legend Marv Wolfman in developing the story behind the title. Watch it below. Game’s out on Mac, PC, PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360 in the US on November 18 and in the UK on November 23.
Thu, Apr 26, 2012 | 22:02 BST
Spector “a little scared” over potential production costs associated with future-gen
Warren Spector has said he’s a bit worried high production values with future consoles could prevent companies from breaking even.
Sat, Apr 21, 2012 | 18:54 BST
Power of Illusion combines Epic Mickey and Castle of Illusion gameplay mechanics
A new video featuring Warren Spector dishing details on Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion has been released. In the clip, which was shown during Nintendo Direct, Spector outlines some of the gameplay features which contain platforming as well as paint mechanics akin to the console version of Epic Mickey. According to the man himself, the gameplay is a cross between Castle of Illusion and the original Epic Mickey. He also tells you a bit about the plot as well. Have a watch below. Thanks, NWR.
Wed, Apr 04, 2012 | 16:54 BST
Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion screens, extra information released
Screenshots for Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion have landed on the interwebs. Check them out below. The 3DS game will contain a drawing and painting function allowing players to create rough versions of objects which will “magically transform into classic Disney-style 2D illustrations.”
Sat, Mar 24, 2012 | 20:06 GMT
Epic Mickey 2 – Warren Spector video interview with Associated Press released
Warren Spector has said he and the team at Junction Point wanted to do another Epic Mickey game because there were still stories they wanted to tell set in the Wasteland.
Tue, Mar 06, 2012 | 21:37 GMT
Spector to announce “epic project” on March 27
Warren Spector will be revealing his latest title on March 27, according comments made to French fansite Nintendo-Master. On that date, Spector will announce an “epic project,” which hints that it could be the next installment for Epic Mickey. Rumors that the title was in development for PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360 surfaced back in January, and the report stated it would contain two-player splitscreen and release in the fall. We’ll throw Disney a line and see if we get a bite.
Sat, Aug 27, 2011 | 19:56 BST
Marketing survey suggests Disney’s assessing interest in Epic Mickey 2
Shots from a what appears to be a Disney survey, suggest the firm is determining whether or not there is sufficient interest in developing Epic Mickey 2.
Fri, Jul 08, 2011 | 16:25 BST
Friday shorts: Epic Mickey, Monolithsoft, GameCity, Resident Evil
You did it. You made it to Friday. High five the nearest person and woop around the area you’re in now. And then read these shorts after the breaks. And then woop some more. Because there is never wrong with wooping.
Thu, Apr 21, 2011 | 09:13 BST
Gorgeous new Epic Mickey concept art released
Whilst Epic Mickey’s gameplay may have been a mixed bag, its art style was striking. A number of new concept pieces have been posted on French website PixAzura. Have a gander.
Tue, Jan 25, 2011 | 01:13 GMT
Rumour: half of Disney Epic team laid off

Although Warren Spector has made some hopeful sequel noises, Disney doesn’t appear amused by Epic Mickey’s poor critical and commercial performance. Industry figures are talking about significant layoffs at the Junction Point studio.
Thu, Nov 25, 2010 | 14:59 GMT
Disney Epic Mickey isn’t called anything else, gets reviews

Don’t call it Epic Mickey, for God’s sake. Walt’ll come out of cryogenesis and freeze your ass.
Fri, Nov 19, 2010 | 20:25 GMT
Spector most proud of “edgiest” area in all of Epic Mickey

Epic Mickey is out next week on Wii, and for those who plan on picking it up will see a section of the game Warren Spector is surprised made it into the final version at all.
Fri, Nov 12, 2010 | 11:53 GMT
Disney to “probably” invest less in console games

Disney CEO Bob Iger has said the company is to “probably” invest less in its console gaming efforts in future.
Tue, Oct 05, 2010 | 16:08 BST
Epic Mickey video goes behind the scenes with Warren Spector

Epic Mickey’s Warren Spector is featured in the latest video for the Wii’s action-adventure title, and we’ve posted it below the break for you.
Thu, Sep 23, 2010 | 18:12 BST
“Talks” going on regarding Epic Mickey for Kinect and Move

Raul Ramirez, producer at Junction Point, has said talks are going on over at the studio regarding the possibility of bringing Epic Mickey to PS3 and Xbox 360 now that Move is out and Kinect is coming soon.




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