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Title: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jazz Shaking on July 29, 2009, 07:51:09 PM
http://www.fredgambino.co.uk/film_tv_thmbs.html
Amongst other non-ludological things, concept art for an “interactive game” called “Epic Mickey.”

Seems to lend some credibility to that story from late last year about a Warren Spector-developed, steampunk-themed title of the same name. I really, really, really hope this is being fully realized, or I’ll be very sad.

Kingdom Hearts has new competition...

(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/thin_wallhires.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/sea_transport.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/goofy_zombie.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/castle_side02.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/castle_dwn_view.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg181/xblah/other/bwx01.jpg)

More concept art if you please...

http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_2_files/phantom-blot-1.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_2_files/angel_fallen.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_2_files/phantom_blot_infusion.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_6_files/beetleworx-5.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_5_files/beetle-things.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_5_files/beetleworx_6.jpg
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Acid on July 29, 2009, 07:52:42 PM
... I don't know what to say about this...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Dr. Wily II on July 29, 2009, 08:04:45 PM
Hmm... The backdrops look great...
But... GOOFY!!! O^O
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Irgendein on July 29, 2009, 08:08:03 PM
Quote
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_6_files/beetleworx-5.jpg
I'm not getting any sleep tonight
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on July 29, 2009, 08:16:33 PM
... I don't know what to say about this...

Seriously. But I can take a crack at it. Less Metroid Disney, more Castle of Illusion please. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on July 29, 2009, 08:17:39 PM
... I don't know what to say about this...

Neither do I, except that Goofy scares the crap out of me.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on July 29, 2009, 08:25:04 PM
[tornado fang] Goofy, did any of you see that beeleworks thing? That's the stuff nightmares are made of.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Satoryu on July 29, 2009, 08:28:33 PM
so that's where all the Disney in Kingdom Hearts went.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on July 29, 2009, 08:31:50 PM
[tornado fang] Goofy, did any of you see that beeleworks thing? That's the stuff nightmares are made of.

It has a Goofy head, I'm sure that includes it in my statement.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinobu on July 29, 2009, 08:40:53 PM
I'm completely impressed. 10/10. Keep up the amazing work and make it big!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jazz Shaking on July 29, 2009, 09:11:15 PM
Even more.... twisted Disney...

http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Vis_Dev_2_files/dark-castle-base-filtered.jpg
http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Environ_concept_3_files/concept_castles.jpg
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Acid on July 29, 2009, 09:51:16 PM
I actually like the environmentals.

Just the character concepts are... not so Disney...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: ST Jestah on July 29, 2009, 10:15:45 PM
♫It's a nightmare after all~♪
♪It's a nightmare after all~♫
♫It's a nightmare after all~♪

♪You're going. To. Heeeelll!♫

...I like this Disney World already. 8D

But in all seriousness, those character concepts are quite creepy...me likey.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on July 29, 2009, 10:32:55 PM
You know, as much as I hate playing revisionist, I think I'm slowly starting to warm up to this idea, emphasis on slowly. It just all looked very jarring and unreal for a bit until I went over to GAF and saw more images that weren't a part of the set Jazz posted. This and the details slowly coming in about it being a platformer and how the team, Disney's first serious game developers, wants it to "rival Mario" are also kinda making it hard for me to not try and be open to the changes.

That however still doesn't make that villian face Edritch Monstrosity any less frightening though. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Cpie on July 29, 2009, 10:48:23 PM
Another Disney faggotry
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on July 29, 2009, 11:01:55 PM
Cooooold bloooooded there. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Acid on July 29, 2009, 11:03:08 PM
Which is unusual for Asena!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Cpie on July 29, 2009, 11:06:51 PM
You reeeaaally don't know me then!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on July 29, 2009, 11:12:17 PM
You reeeaaally don't know me then!

Oh I do!   8)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Fxeni on July 29, 2009, 11:38:42 PM
... Should be interesting to see where this goes.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Alice in Entropy on July 30, 2009, 12:25:18 AM
Well...there goes my childhood.

Interesting concept, though. Looks pretty awesome so far. Not quite what I was expecting from the title, though, eh-heheh...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on July 30, 2009, 12:47:24 AM
Oh, that reminds me a little of my ideas for how Mickey Mouse could be updated to look like a modern Sonic the Hedgehog character.  But I don't see Mickey in those pictures.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Irgendein on July 30, 2009, 12:56:03 AM
But I don't see Mickey in those pictures.

http://web.mac.com/askbotboy/Site/Characters_%26_creatures_5_files/beetleworx_6.jpg
I'm pretty sure that's not him, but, it's still got the ears...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on July 30, 2009, 06:29:38 AM
Oh okay.  But I guess it could be one of the Mutant Toys from Toy Story wearing a Mickey Ears hat.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on July 30, 2009, 07:04:35 AM
WARNING

May cause seisures in Inner Children. Omfg.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: STM on July 30, 2009, 07:52:30 AM
This game is relevant to my interests now. [tornado fang] yeah [tornado fang]'d up Disney.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gotham Ranger on July 30, 2009, 08:04:25 AM
ROBOT ZOMBIE GOOFY

WE'RE [tornado fang]'d
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Rin on July 30, 2009, 02:07:52 PM
Hell yeah, this is something I would like to see. Tough, it's probably not true. STILL, I would really, really want to see this. I really dig [parasitic bomb] like this.
[tornado fang]'d up Disney, fook ye.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protodude on July 30, 2009, 07:31:01 PM
I'm digging that tin-man, zombie Goofy, deliciously awesome. Oh, and the game is for Wii (http://kotaku.com/5325334/spectors-epic-mickey-is-for-the-wii) apparently.

Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Alice in Entropy on July 30, 2009, 08:20:58 PM
Oh, and the game is for Wii (http://kotaku.com/5325334/spectors-epic-mickey-is-for-the-wii) apparently.

And I'm suddenly even more interested. I figured it was just an indie game.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protodude on July 30, 2009, 09:16:59 PM
First gameplay details:

Quote
- use the Wiimote to paint your way through the landscape
- draw/etch/erase levels as you progress through them
- story based on old and forgotten Disney characters that are out for revenge against Mickey

Source (http://www.nintendoraw.com/?p=10252)

"revenge." Oh man, this is going to be awesome.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Alice in Entropy on July 30, 2009, 09:22:31 PM
...

I think I just had a little orgasm in my soul.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on July 30, 2009, 09:47:30 PM
First gameplay details:

Source (http://www.nintendoraw.com/?p=10252)

"revenge." Oh man, this is going to be awesome.

Hmm, strange this is this idea strikes me as being a bit more toned down than what some of the concept art seemed to be going for. Either way, I'm sold now, especially on the platforming bit. The idea of etching, drawing, and especially erasing portions of level are freaking genius.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Rock Bomb on July 30, 2009, 09:49:48 PM
Most of the links don't work...  ;O;
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: borockman on July 31, 2009, 06:30:55 AM
Revenge? against Mickey?!

Well, if the main hero is Donald, I'm sold!  8D
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Archer on July 31, 2009, 06:32:42 AM
This is awesome... although, I'll probably have to get a Wii at one point..
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on July 31, 2009, 12:12:39 PM
This is ridicolous. Is everything going to get the Darker and Edgier treatment?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Dr. Wily II on July 31, 2009, 02:25:09 PM
Revenge? against Mickey?!

Well, if the main hero is Donald, I'm sold!  8D
I was thinking the same thing... XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on July 31, 2009, 03:19:32 PM
Revenge against Mickey

Donald
wait
wouldn't that be the other way around?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Waifu on August 01, 2009, 05:35:47 AM
This is ridicolous. Is everything going to get the Darker and Edgier treatment?

Looks like it. Someone beat me to this thread.

Title: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 08:52:04 PM
Copy/Paste from FC's front page...

Disney has announced to the press that they will be announcing a new “iconic” video game very soon. In the latest Game informer issue there was an Ad by Disney that also revealed that “something epic” was coming.

But will it be another kingdom hearts game? No, probably not. A few months ago, concept art for a game called “Epic Mickey” was leaked. The game looks very dark, twisted and insane, and it actually looks, well… epic! It takes place in a steam-punk setting and is based on the strange imagination of Walt Disney.

The game will be a Wii exclusive and gamers will use the Wii remote to "paint, etch, and erase whole and parts of levels”.

Concept Art in video form:
Please note: This is not a trailer for the game. It's just the concept-art compiled together. The storyline mentioned in the clip of Mickey mouse "committing suicide" is merely a guess at the storyline based on an old idea by Walt Disney. The storyline has not been confirmed yet.
[/paste]

It may be best to turn the volume down or completely off when watching...it gets freaky O.o

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EUa24ZmPkc

If you didn't open the link, well, it contains [spoiler]Zombie Reaper Mickey...and no, it ain't mickey with a skull mask or something, his face is [tornado fang]ing rotting off O.o[/spoiler]

I don't care if the story behind any of this is true or not, if those images were actually leaked by the Disney Company and were for a game, then holy [parasitic bomb] O.o Even if the entire thing is fake, those are some [tornado fang]'d up images someone drew.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Nekomata on September 27, 2009, 09:01:17 PM
Walt died. that's what's wrong with Disney.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Jericho on September 27, 2009, 09:03:48 PM
wat

no srsly wat
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Blackhook on September 27, 2009, 09:05:52 PM
You know...that´s old news....
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 09:08:38 PM
You know...that´s old news....

Well I just found out about it, and apparently I wasn't the only one.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Cpie on September 27, 2009, 09:09:21 PM
old news
haha XD

 Well, like I said, another Disney faggotry.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Cobalt on September 27, 2009, 09:14:37 PM
It makes you wonder what the moral guardians will end up thinking of Disney after that.

Also, I dunno about you guys but I found that... bear scorpion robot thing way creepier than grim reaper Mickey.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 09:16:02 PM
It makes you wonder what the moral guardians will end up thinking of Disney after that.

Also, I dunno about you guys but I found that... bear scorpion robot thing way creepier than grim reaper Mickey.

I had the music off when I saw that thing, since the music kinda blared when demon mouse showed up ><
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 09:19:09 PM
Without watching the link, is it Epic Mickey? Doesn't it have a thread already?
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 09:22:28 PM
Without watching the link, is it Epic Mickey? Doesn't it have a thread already?

Yeah, I just didn't realize it >< I just found out about it less than an hour ago, and the video was embedded so I didn't see the date.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Jericho on September 27, 2009, 09:28:50 PM
Well, I knew about Epic Mickey from a while back, but I think this is both the first time I've heard about the suicidal Mickey short being an inspiration for the tone of the game... D:
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Girla PurpleHeart on September 27, 2009, 09:36:09 PM
Oh, don't worry about it. The game hasn't been released yet. Besides, this is just a rumor for now so quit complaining. =P
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Blackhook on September 27, 2009, 09:39:46 PM
I would rather see KH 3 than this psycho mash up...but who knows how it turns out...
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 10:00:51 PM
Besides, this is just a rumor for now so quit complaining. =P

What? The game?
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Afro-Shroom on September 27, 2009, 10:12:39 PM
I would rather see KH 3 than this psycho mash up...but who knows how it turns out...
I...am actually interested in the idea their going with. Don't get me wrong sure the images creeped me out a bit and don't seem all that "happy"...but the over all idea and mood of this supposed "game to come" has piqued my interest.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Strider Xhaiden on September 27, 2009, 10:13:07 PM
Huh...interesting....


I wonder how many children this will traumatise.....?
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Flame on September 27, 2009, 10:14:55 PM
Walt died. that's what's wrong with Disney.
Much agreed. They haven't made anything seriously good in years. Very little they make these days is good.

personally, Im saying this is fake. after all, the name of the poster is "Gaming parodies." >_>
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Strider Xhaiden on September 27, 2009, 10:17:22 PM
Actually, this thing has a Wikipedia page, so.....I'm not saying it's completely legit....YET.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 10:20:25 PM
Actually, this thing has a Wikipedia page, so.....I'm not saying it's completely legit....YET.

Several other sites have shown the concept art that was leaked in July, so all we know is the game is gonna look freaky as hell. The story being about Mickey killing himself is the rumor.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Afro-Shroom on September 27, 2009, 10:20:39 PM
Huh...interesting....


I wonder how many children this will traumatise.....?

*judges the weight of traumatizing little kids for life with this stuff vs going to hell for that...*

... tough call >_>
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Flame on September 27, 2009, 10:21:44 PM
Key word, WIKIPEDIA.
bah, whatever we shall see eventually. I jst cant see Disney letting it happen, as there would be  alot of traumatized children and angry soccer moms.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Strider Xhaiden on September 27, 2009, 10:24:27 PM
Pfeh..let the soccer moms rage, they're inconsequential in the grand scheme of things.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on September 27, 2009, 10:29:53 PM
Game's not going to sell.

Don't release it, not because of the content or psychological depth, but because it just AIN'T marketable!

See your beloved Disney characters bastardized and mechanized, horrifically revealing an untold side of the great animation legend Walt Disney!

Doesn't. Work. I'm not sure about this suicidal Mickey short, though. Why would he be the reaper, then? Makes no sense.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 10:30:58 PM
personally, Im saying this is fake. after all, the name of the poster is "Gaming parodies." >_>

Fakes don't get advertised on gaming magazines.
(http://i31.tinypic.com/24q2vpt.jpg)

Don't release it, not because of the content or psychological depth, but because it just AIN'T marketable!

See your beloved Disney characters bastardized and mechanized, horrifically revealing an untold side of the great animation legend Walt Disney!

That's got to have a market somewhere and you know it.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on September 27, 2009, 10:31:55 PM
That's got to have a market somewhere and you know it.

A niche of about 30,000.

Worldwide.

EDIT: Maybe.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Align on September 27, 2009, 10:32:34 PM
This was retarded the first time I heard it and it still is. And anyone who uses the word "epic" nowadays without being tongue-in-cheek is dumb.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 10:35:49 PM
Game's not going to sell.

Don't release it, not because of the content or psychological depth, but because it just AIN'T marketable!

See your beloved Disney characters bastardized and mechanized, horrifically revealing an untold side of the great animation legend Walt Disney!

Doesn't. Work. I'm not sure about this suicidal Mickey short, though. Why would he be the reaper, then? Makes no sense.

That may be a form he takes after he dies, or something else entirely that just looks like him with his facing rotting. Still, I agree with the point of it not being marketable, even IF the original creator had the idea in the first place.

This was retarded the first time I heard it and it still is. And anyone who uses the word "epic" nowadays without being tongue-in-cheek is dumb.

Everything has a code name that it goes by, and I'm sure Disney isn't THAT stupid to think "Epic Mickey" would sound like a good title...then again, I don't have a clue as to what the hell you COULD call it without it either being misleading or not grasping the idea enough.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 10:38:54 PM
Nightmare Fuel Mickey?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Satoryu on September 27, 2009, 10:40:31 PM
Merged with the existing topic.
Title: Re: What the !@#$ was WRONG with Walt?! O^o
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 10:42:16 PM
Nightmare Fuel Mickey?

How about Nightmare Mouse?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Blackhook on September 27, 2009, 10:48:33 PM
You know who is now working for Disney?:
[spoiler](http://img2.imageshack.us/img2/5788/scarecrowh.jpg)[/spoiler]
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Afro-Shroom on September 27, 2009, 10:55:42 PM
Seeing this I wouldn't doubt it.  XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 10:59:30 PM
More like the love child of the Mad Hatter and the Scarecrow hopped up on lsd.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 27, 2009, 11:17:17 PM
Fakes don't get advertised on gaming magazines.
(http://i31.tinypic.com/24q2vpt.jpg)

That's got to have a market somewhere and you know it.
true, but I do not think that it is going to be what everyone thinks it will. the guy who drew that art, (disney didnt draw them that guy did, their on his website) probably had that idea for epic mickey, maybe he just decided to draw it, who knows, but this is NOT going to sell well, and if anything, will cause a big uproar over misleading chidren into buying a "horror" product based on the fact that it says it has disney charactes on it.
(Becase we all know that A LOT of parents dont check the rating, or even WHAT the game says it contains, but the kid says disney i want! and the mom buys it. then when they pay the price, the company is at fault.)
mm. Tim burton disney is fine, it can work out in the end. but thats just about the limit for "classic" disney characters.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 11:19:22 PM
Honestly, who knows if it'd sell well or not, I know that many people would buy it if only out of morbid curiosity to see how they "corrupted" the Disney universe.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 27, 2009, 11:27:09 PM
Except Disney's main audience is children. Little kids. The adult side of the market is relatively small when compared to the target audience.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 11:28:53 PM
Except Disney's main audience is children. Little kids. The adult side of the market is relatively small when compared to the target audience.

Probably a better reinforcement to Tai's idea, a lot of people grew up with Disney, and seeing Disney somehow [twin slasher] that childhood memory and turn it into some sort of demonic force of insanity may be all they need to get this thing to sell.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on September 27, 2009, 11:29:52 PM
Yeah, but it's not like this game is in any way gonna be targeted at little kids, not if the people at Disney have anything resembling a brain at least.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 27, 2009, 11:38:00 PM
I do remember posting quite a bit about this subject and how the art isn't indicative of the final product at all in this thread before. Let me dig it up and shed some light on this craziness.

EDIT: Looks like I didn't. Ah well, story time! This art for all intents and purposes was meant to be a sort of training exercise for the dev team's artists to see how far they could twist and churn the "spirit" of Disney's art and iconicism before it veered off into being unfriendly, or just plain not Disney like. The reason for this all was to make sure that the artists were up to scratch before employing them and continuing the development on the game.

Now what happened in the long run was that a few members of the team who had undergone this experiment had been released from the team while work on the game was still underway. In their transferrence though, they (for reasons unknown) decided to leak the work they had done, leading to the public getting ahold of it and the media and publicity the art work has been getting.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 11:48:02 PM
So what you're saying is, the artwork was leaked by some guys who aren't on the project anymore, while some of the official stuff got mixed in as well, right?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 27, 2009, 11:51:36 PM
Basically.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 27, 2009, 11:53:15 PM
Basically.

k, at least we know that the Disney people care enough about the game to not have their icon turn into some sort of demon...I hope.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 27, 2009, 11:57:50 PM
Heh, something funny just came to mind about something else just now, but I can't say it.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on September 27, 2009, 11:59:16 PM
inb4Tentacles
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on September 28, 2009, 12:25:43 AM
Disney World has been corrupted by Pyre Wraith Pete's return from the 14th level of Hell.  Can you restore Disney World to it's former glory in an all new "Magical Quest" style adventure?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 28, 2009, 12:31:23 AM
Hell [tornado fang]ing yes I can, where do I sign up? XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 28, 2009, 12:33:07 AM
Hell [tornado fang]ing yes I can, where do I sign up? XD

Second XD

EDIT: I don't think Blues is too far off from the plot, a RUMOR I found was that older characters are going after Mickey to take him and everyone else down due to their popularity. We may very well see Oswald the Rabbit show up from the depths of hell to kill Mickey.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on September 28, 2009, 01:16:55 AM
Will they make Mickey look scarier than in Runaway Brain?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/RyanFerneau/Miggy.jpg)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gaia on September 28, 2009, 01:20:49 AM
Will they make Mickey look scarier than in Runaway Brain?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/RyanFerneau/Miggy.jpg)

I think he had waay too much cocaine and drove himself nuts.. at least that's what it looks like in Runaway Brain.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on September 28, 2009, 01:33:29 AM
Wow, brain-swapping has some bad side effects.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 28, 2009, 02:41:12 AM
http://www.fredgambino.co.uk/film_tv_thmbs.html
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Waifu on September 28, 2009, 02:41:41 AM
M<y only fear is that Disney file a lawsuit or troll WArren by sending C&D on this game, it looks awesome and disturbing.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 28, 2009, 02:43:06 AM
M<y only fear is that Disney file a lawsuit or troll WArren by sending C&D on this game, it looks awesome and disturbing.

But Warren Spector is the head of a Disney owned and sanctioned development house...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 28, 2009, 05:55:17 AM
Those weird steampunk zombie Mickey and Goofey could be enemies, like, maybe created, as in, not the real Goofy.

also, the revenge from forgotten chars makes sense, what with that pic of that giant bottle of paint thinner and all the Black and white characters strewn about.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 28, 2009, 06:56:09 AM
We'll find out soon enough, supposedly it's going to make it's grand reveal through Game Informer in the next month's issue. I don't know what they'll say exactly, but odds are it'll be a giant interview, a couple hints dropped, a new picture revealed, and then us being told that we're going to have to wait until the summer to get a teaser.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 28, 2009, 08:42:18 AM
Personally, I think it might be the forgotten characters gone bad, creating this twisted evil world, and you play as Mickey and have to stop it. It mentioned something about erasing the levels and stuff. I noticed that theme in the scenery... Paint brushes, tubes, and that God damn "paint thinner" bottle. maybe your job as mickey is to erase the conquered levels and remake them into the pretty happy stuff we normally see?

Maybe that Goofy and creepy robot with the Mickey ears aren't the real deals but some kind of by product of the twisted world.

Or, maybe thy are, and you make them normal again after you beat them, or after whatever. after you redraw them.

This game concept with just the minimal info and concept art we have, could still go MANY ways.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 28, 2009, 02:01:34 PM
To add yet another possible story rumor about the game, here's a copy/paste from a post on the thread over at FC: "a few years back when Disney finally got Oswald the Lucky Rabbit back Bob Iger had said in an interview he'd like to see a game in which some kind of time discrepincy happens and Disney never actually lost Oswald to Universal and therefore Mickey Mouse never comes to fame. The game would be all about the world of Disney becoming totally messed up without Mickey." They mentioned that they wonder if it's that game, so at least they weren't saying that they knew the story and whatnot.

So, to update the rumor story list, we have:
A. Mickey Mouse commits suicide
B. Old cartoons appear to get revenge on Mickey
C. Let's do the Time Warp again! Mickey was never created.

Outside of that, all we DO know is that:
level editing is part of the game,
it's a platformer
it looks freaky as hell.

On a side note, does anyone feel like a little piece of them died the moment they thought, typed, or said "Mickey Mouse is dead" or put the words kill and suicide in the same sentence with Mickey Mouse?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Cpie on September 28, 2009, 04:29:38 PM
On a side note, does anyone feel like a little piece of them died the moment they thought, typed, or said "Mickey Mouse is dead" or put the words kill and suicide in the same sentence with Mickey Mouse?

 Nopes. I just thought that the idea of Mickey, of all characters, commiting suicide is just... pathetic.

 But I mean, really pathetic.


 It's like saying butcher Spongebob or something.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 28, 2009, 04:33:05 PM
Nopes. I just thought that the idea of Mickey, of all characters, commiting suicide is just... pathetic.

 But I mean, really pathetic.


 It's like saying butcher Spongebob or something.

This word for word. I understand that they are trying to stretch their creative limits and such, but come the hell on. Net thing you know there'll be a Mario game with him fighting Bowser to death for real. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on September 28, 2009, 05:02:09 PM
The suicide thing IS beyond disturbing, but luckily it hasn't been confirmed, and the other ideas seem way better to fit with the darker image.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on September 28, 2009, 08:48:08 PM
This word for word. I understand that they are trying to stretch their creative limits and such, but come the hell on. Net thing you know there'll be a Mario game with him fighting Bowser to death for real. XD

New Super Mario Bros' first castle level? Seriously, that was slightly traumatizing.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on September 28, 2009, 08:58:19 PM
I didn't (want to) remember that when I made that post. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on September 28, 2009, 11:36:13 PM
Id say it wont have death of Disney characters.. so far, the revenge thing sounds the most plausible.
Title: "Epic Mickey" Wii exclusive and other stuff
Post by: Solar on October 05, 2009, 08:48:42 PM
(http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.00.06/7558.epicmickey_2D00_cover.jpg)

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Spoiler Alert: “Epic” November Issue Revealed

The rumors have been flying for months. From the outrageous (some actually thought we were bought by Disney, which was quite funny), to the right on (our forums pieced together all the clues from the last issue), the time has come to lay all rumors to rest. The November cover is indeed, Disney Epic Mickey, coming exclusively to the Nintendo Wii from Junction Point and Disney Interactive Studios.

This issue is the first of our highly anticipated redesign that subscribers should be receiving around October 12th.

There are a number of other highlights, including a Skate 3 first-look, an in-depth, seven-page report on the relationship between Hollywood and video games, interviews with executives from all three console manufacturers, and much, much more.

But the biggest news is our expanded coverage online that is available to all gameinformer.com visitors. Starting at 4PM CST today we will unveil the first companion piece to the magazine: an exclusive video interview with Warren Spector about his relationship with Mickey Mouse, including a portion of his giant Disney memorabilia collection that is housed at Junction Point. We will also have a photo-blog chronicling many of the outstanding pieces in his collection hitting at the same time.

This is just the beginning of our month of Mickey madness that will unfold over the next three plus weeks. So be sure to watch our Disney Epic Mickey landing page over the following month.

We don’t want to spoil what’s to come, but we have some amazing things in store, including screenshots, animations, and tons of concept art and music.

Watch for the issue in your mailbox over the coming weeks and make sure to come to gameinformer.com for the latest updates and news.

Oh yeah, and one last thing. All GI covers from here on out will feature a full wrap-around cover. Here is the Mickey cover in all its glory. The best part, and the reason we switched to these, is that the subscriber address label and the UPC will be on the back so it no longer clashes with our wonderful cover art.

http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2009/10/05/spoiler-alert-epic-november-issue-revealed.aspx
Title: Re: "Epic Mickey" Wii exclusive and other stuff
Post by: Jericho on October 05, 2009, 08:51:26 PM
(http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Blogs.Components.WeblogFiles/00.00.00.00.06/7558.epicmickey_2D00_cover.jpg)

http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2009/10/05/spoiler-alert-epic-november-issue-revealed.aspx

Holy Christ that art is fan-[tornado fang]ing-tastic.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 05, 2009, 09:01:20 PM
I see Mickey with a Paint Brush.

I'm damn curious about this now.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 05, 2009, 10:18:34 PM
Is it my imagination or is there a rabbit figure in the graveyard? Oswald?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HokutoNoBen on October 05, 2009, 10:58:15 PM
I'm more curious about that "thing" on the right. A much more beastly version of the Phantom Blot, or something?

Either way, this is SO mine when it lands. Screw the haters.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: borockman on October 06, 2009, 12:09:48 AM
"It's a small world" place just become more.... epic!

I for one welcome this new take of Disney game!

JUST SHOW ME EPIC DONALD DAMNIT! 8D
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 06, 2009, 03:26:27 AM
Well, now, the idea that these hellish creations came from Maleficent, Hades, etc. is much, much better.

I think that it needs to be even more basic a style, and less ghoulish, than that magazine cover art depicts.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Waifu on October 06, 2009, 04:16:11 AM
I don't know it looks quite ghoulish to me but then again I am not an artist so I wouldn't know.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 06, 2009, 04:31:02 AM
Someone should really put Mickey back in the freezer, he's melting.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on October 06, 2009, 04:35:05 AM
Aha!  I knew it!  "Extreme Mickey" had to turn out all spindly and angular!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 06, 2009, 05:26:20 AM
I don't know it looks quite ghoulish to me but then again I am not an artist so I wouldn't know.

That's right, it already does, but it shouldn't be that way. Go too artsy, and your game goes the way of Muramasa and Odin Sphere. But go too basic, in this case, and become a commercialized churn out.

It needs a good, happy medium where it can be a stylish, but defined game where your platforms, hitboxes, and objectives are crystal clear; certainly every little bit helps in a world such as THAT.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Klavier Gavin on October 06, 2009, 05:51:42 AM
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1ZjRu-AGSk[/youtube]
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 06, 2009, 06:02:31 AM
Way to say a whole lotta nothing, Warren. BOOOOOOO! GET OFF THE STAGE!

Nah, jk. Boy...that's a scary thought, gaming only being 30 years old. No wonder we're such pros; most of us have probably been gaming from its public day one, or something very close. Granted, we weren't there to pioneer it like Atari or Nintendo's guys, but look at the "We can rebuild them; we have the ideas" thread, or the countless Sonic fans who know what they want.

We're gold.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 06, 2009, 08:57:29 AM
I'm not able to watch the video at the moment, but it seems like that GI is going to drag the info about this game for an extra 3 weeks >< bastards, at least tell us what the damn plot is! It seems like nothing new is known, but if the video proves me wrong, then just wait until I can watch it and I'll edit this accordingly <.<
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on October 06, 2009, 09:00:16 AM
NOPE



NOT BUYING IT
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Blackhook on October 08, 2009, 04:24:50 PM
Oswald the Rabbit has teamed up with the phantom Blob to TAKE REVENGE! *Random Lightning strikes*
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 11, 2009, 02:34:43 AM
http://wii.ign.com/articles/102/1028584p1.html
 seems something will be revealed the 28th?
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/disney-readies-epic-mickey-announce.jpg)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 11, 2009, 02:40:58 AM
Yeah, that's from the Disney event they're having there on that day. Apparently, this game is going to usher in something of a revolution in terms of Disney. Alos, there's a great article out now on the history of Mickey Mouse that I think you all should read from Game Informer. It kinda sheds some new light on what the guys are trying to do now, and after reading it, I'm now completely convinced that they'll do it well.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 11, 2009, 02:44:07 AM
Well It's Disney. They are  a very good bunch. Im sure they'll do fine.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 11, 2009, 03:09:00 AM
A revolution, eh? Less focus on popstars-of-the-minute and more on quality entertainment, and more films based on lores instead of sequels?

Somehow, I doubt it.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Satoryu on October 11, 2009, 03:24:22 AM
Same here. This is going to be a one time deal.

Until they make a sequel to this.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 11, 2009, 03:44:36 AM
Speaking of Disney, I watched Enchanted last night.  Holy [tornado fang], that movie was brilliant.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 11, 2009, 04:32:06 AM
Same here. This is going to be a one time deal.

Until they make a sequel to this.

With Jafar, Hades, Ursula, etc.? Almost like House of Villains, only done the right way?

DO WANT
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 11, 2009, 06:13:27 AM
Yknow what show was good? House of mouse. I miss that show.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 11, 2009, 06:16:19 AM
I was surprised to see a brief arc including Max and Roxanne revisited.

DAT ROXANNE
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HokutoNoBen on October 11, 2009, 09:49:04 PM
Yeah, I remember that!  owob

Strangely enough though, I wonder why they never used PJ. Or at least, I never saw any eps with him on it.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: VixyNyan on October 11, 2009, 09:53:36 PM
I was surprised to see a brief arc including Max and Roxanne revisited.

I remember it too. ^^

Part 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBJVdwXqyiw) | Part 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG7XFadItPo) | Part 3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcFRkac_E78)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Blackhook on October 11, 2009, 09:56:57 PM
I know that too....BTW who is Max´ mother?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 11, 2009, 09:59:18 PM
I know that too....BTW who is Max´ mother?

Like Bowser Jr.'s mom, we never find out.

I remember it too. ^^

Part 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBJVdwXqyiw) | Part 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG7XFadItPo) | Part 3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcFRkac_E78)

Delicious! 8)

*practicing trying to make sure he's the best for that one perfect girl*
HEY MAX
*GAAAAAAAAAAH!*

*shudders* Worst 2 minutes of a guy's life, EVER.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: VixyNyan on October 11, 2009, 10:02:36 PM
I know that too....BTW who is Max´ mother?
Like Bowser Jr.'s mom, we never find out.

Remember those old Goofy shorts where we saw a younger Max, or a boy that was Goofy's son?
We saw a mother for the little boy back then. It could have been her. Some also suggest it's Clarabelle Cow. >U<
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Blackhook on October 11, 2009, 10:04:04 PM
Isn´t she with the Horse guy...or Mortimer as seen in one ep. of House of Mouse? :P
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 11, 2009, 10:06:17 PM
Remember those old Goofy shorts where we saw a younger Max, or a boy that was Goofy's son?
We saw a mother for the little boy back then. It could have been her. Some also suggest it's Clarabelle Cow. >U<

Must...refrain...from jugs pun... XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: VixyNyan on October 11, 2009, 10:06:51 PM
Isn´t she with the Horse guy...or Mortimer as seen in one ep. of House of Mouse? :P

It's like I said. It was people on the net saying that. ^^
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HokutoNoBen on October 12, 2009, 12:16:17 AM
Remember those old Goofy shorts where we saw a younger Max, or a boy that was Goofy's son?
We saw a mother for the little boy back then. It could have been her. Some also suggest it's Clarabelle Cow. >U<

Different "continuity".  8D

Back in those days, that son of Goofy was "Goofy Jr". The one that we know and love, circa Goof Troop, was the one that got the Max moniker.

It's like how "Pete Jr" was first showcased in one Donald Duck short, but that was a completely different character from PJ.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 12, 2009, 09:28:19 PM
Like Bowser Jr.'s mom, we never find out.

What're you talkin' about, he came from this whore:
(http://www.mariowiki.com/images/f/fd/Marioluigi3.jpg)

Same thing with the Koopa Kids, Bowser had plenty of time with her prior to XD

Back on topic though, it doesn't seem like any heavy info will be dropped until the 28th :\ In which case, sort of makes the thing GI is doing pointless.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 13, 2009, 04:08:08 AM
Did you guys see this already?
http://gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2009/10/12/sketching-mickey-the-time-lapse-video.aspx

The concept art looks awesome, I love the robot enemy with Hades face :)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: borockman on October 13, 2009, 06:27:06 AM
Damn awesome drawing skill there!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 13, 2009, 06:31:04 AM
I think I figured out what Beetleworx is exactly; it's the minion of the big bad that makes it form through various Disney characters. That explains demon-faced Mickey and the Eldrich Abomination that had Tigger, Goofy, Donald, and Hook (and others) faces all over it and the Croc for a hand, as well as the unknown Disney car and Hades-faced thing seen in the video. It may be more specie like, sort of like the Heartless in Kingdom Hearts.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Dr. Wily II on October 13, 2009, 06:49:21 AM
Man... That mech looks awesome...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 13, 2009, 01:48:53 PM
so I wasnt the only one that aw that thing as the front end of a car.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gaia on October 13, 2009, 06:24:50 PM
Did you guys see this already?
http://gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2009/10/12/sketching-mickey-the-time-lapse-video.aspx

For those that can't veiw it for some odd reason in both stuffs, like me. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwWsIS8KWxg)

That sketch and the OST are pretty impressive, I loved the end result.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 16, 2009, 12:33:08 AM
Hey guys
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Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 16, 2009, 12:35:02 AM
O shi--

*Goes raiding websites for more info*
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on October 16, 2009, 12:39:02 AM
Hmm, too bad those scans are too small for me to read very much of them.  I am glad they realized that Mickey still looks awesome with his original big eyes.  But, Oswald as the bad guy?  Eh...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jazz Shaking on October 16, 2009, 12:42:57 AM
Ahem...

Quote
As Game Informer has been hyping for weeks now, their latest issue features a huge spread on Epic Mickey. You get your first look at in-game screens and brand-new art, as well as Mickey's redesign, and a host of other characters. Obviously, I cannot show you that here, but thanks to Hero of Legend, I can give you the first details!

- Mickey's appearance is much, much closer to his original debut style
- Disney was the one to approach Spector
- Spector originally was against the idea of creating a Mickey game, because he said that he didn't do kids games
- Spector changed his mind when Disney said that they were looking for someone to 'reinvigorate' Mickey
- Disney had to get back the rights to Oswald before he could be used in this game
- the sorcerer Yensid creates a pen-and-paper world for his forgotten creations, which is where Oswald lives
- this world is similar to Walt Disney World
- Mickey enters this world through a magic mirror, and accidentally spills paint and paint thinner on the drawing of this world. Mickey escapes before Yensid finds out.
- The spill that Mickey caused ends up turning the drawing into a twisted version of what was originally created.
- the Phantom Blot ends up taking over this world
- many years later, after Mickey becomes successful, he re-enters the mirror and sees what has happened to the world. The Phantom Blot drags Mickey into the world, which is where your adventure begins
- use the Wiimote to paint in buildings, platforms and more
- swipe away enemies with the Wiimote when using paint thinner
- create/destroy the world as you go along
- Junction Point took hundreds of photos while at Disney World in order to capture the essence of the park, and translate ideas into the game
- play the game as you like, either destroying everything in sight, or taking the hero's route. It's completely up to you, and you can mix-and-match play styles
- Gremlin Village is reminiscent of 'It's a Small World'
- Mickey's appearance and stance will change based on the way you play the game
- trade some items for health
- Pete returns, and at one point attacks you with a huge zepplin
- Donald Duck animatronic pieces are scattered throughout one portion of the game. Collect them to put him back together.
- Spector wants this game to scare kids, in some ways
- the game will also have funny parts
- Spector calls the game world's visuals 'the bastard child of Tim Burton and Disney'
- elements of platforming, exploration and role-playing
- go into the inner-workings of some levels and rides
- visit the gears and mechanics underneath the 'It's a Small World' ride, complete with an eerie re-imagining of the music
- enter movie screens to move from in-game island to island
- movie screen transitions put you into a 2d world, where you'll revisit some of Mickey's old cartoons
- find sketches, and bring them to life with your paintbrush
- sketches can be activated to give you new powers (clock sketch to slow time, TV sketch to distract enemies, and more)
- collect 'E-Tickets' to enter rides, and use as a form of currency to buy power-ups
- Jim Dooley 'Pushing Daises' is doing the soundtrack

Warren Spector on Mickey

"I want him to be a hero...and I want to remind him that it's okay to behave badly."

Warren on Oswald

"All he really wants is to be loved by Walt Disney. In the end, the Blot won the war and pushed Oswald into hiding and exile."

Warren on the Gremlins

"The Gremlins are the only forces of good in the world that can continue to fight against the Blot.

Warren on the Bunny Kids

"These are going to be the breakout stars of the game. Mark my words."

Warren on the Buddies (Donald, Goofy, ect.)

"Oswald is trying to recreate Mickey's life, so he has the Mad Doctor build these animatronic versions of his buddies."

Warren on the Mad Doctor

"He's from an early 30's cartoon that is pretty swell."

Warren on the Phantom Blot

"The Phantom Blot has been a consistent villain since 1939. He's just been lame."

Warren on the Blotlings

"They're the popcorn unit. You need something that the player can just swat away. They're supposed to be funny, silly and stupid."

Warren on the Beetleworx

"In order to deal with these guys, you have to erase their painted bits to get to the vulnerable inert spots underneath."
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 16, 2009, 12:56:00 AM
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Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: borockman on October 16, 2009, 01:05:59 AM
Ah, so it's not as dark as I expected.

But damn, that Donald would give me nightmares!

And the nod to classic Mickey is also a plus!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gaia on October 16, 2009, 01:11:12 AM
Ah! the gameplay looks and sounds fun.. But then again, what would happen if Bugs Bunny finds out that Oswald's coming back?  o~O

I'm loving this semi-twisted reality. A world run on corruption, no wonder the mirror was never accessable in KH2, or any mention whatsoever. It seems that they are giving Oswald a second chance. 
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 16, 2009, 01:38:45 AM
[spoiler=better quality scans for your enjoyment.](http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/142dm5s.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/r08aqx.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/dnlrg2.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/29v1cn.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/o85cti.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/2j5zxc6.jpg)
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac71/Flame-G102/2luukpj.jpg)[/spoiler]

this game is really awesome looking. This an TVC are on my DO WANT! list

now the eerie robo zombie characters makes SO much more sense.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Black Mage J on October 16, 2009, 01:56:03 AM
I will get this, it seems so new and fascinating to even look at, plus the paintbrush stuff sounds awesome.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 16, 2009, 04:56:25 AM
So what exactly are the Beetleworx? Are they malgamanations of various Disney characters and bits?

I also kinda regret looking at the scans, but hopefully the game won't disappoint and something big is in the game that isn't being said.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 16, 2009, 05:41:39 AM
Kick Ass!~
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 16, 2009, 05:49:14 AM
So what exactly are the Beetleworx? Are they malgamanations of various Disney characters and bits?

I also kinda regret looking at the scans, but hopefully the game won't disappoint and something big is in the game that isn't being said.
They seem to only have Hades head from what I can tell... they were made by the mad scientist to "fix" the world. you have to erase their exteriors to attack their interiors.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 16, 2009, 06:10:28 AM
There's a Dumbo one too in the concept art, so I think it's safe to say that they differ from level to level.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 16, 2009, 07:02:33 AM
well we'll see then I guess...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 16, 2009, 08:11:47 AM
I think this game is doing a good job of commercially presenting the early concepts of this game. If it stayed true to the concept art, even for fans of the art style, there just wouldn't be much of a buying audience because the focus is solely on the art.

And not the story and gameplay.
Which is what this all adds.
And it's really freakin' awesome.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 16, 2009, 05:54:26 PM
Yeah, I have to say it's certainly not as dark as I expected, but it's still pretty heavy for a Disney game. I was sort of hoping that Oswald was a villain at first, but just wanted a rather meager goal and ended up being used by Phantom Blot who wanted control over everything. Hopefully there's more to it than that, but I guess we'll have to wait and see.

I'm thinking there's a good chance of seeing this game sometime in Jan. 2011; just from the screenshots alone it seems like a [parasitic bomb]-ton of stuff was done in between the leak and now, so we can probably expect them to keep working through E3, put up a teaser/trailer for it by then, and then announce the release date past July.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on October 16, 2009, 10:19:23 PM
The concept art looked retarded.
Now it just looks boring.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bag of Magic Food on October 17, 2009, 03:25:52 AM
Do you think it will be a GOOD Good/Evil system?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 17, 2009, 04:32:14 AM
in b4 Shadow the Hedgehog
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HokutoNoBen on October 17, 2009, 05:08:08 AM
Do you think it will be a GOOD Good/Evil system?

It's Warren Spector. He practically took the whole "morality" thing, and did the damn thing with it in Deus Ex. I'd like to think he'd have what it takes to do something similar here.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 20, 2009, 05:41:09 AM
http://gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2009/10/19/Inside-the-Game_3A00_-An-In_2D00_Depth-Look-at-Epic-Mickey_1920_s-Art-and-Animation.aspx

An interesting read.

(http://gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Components.PostAttachments/00.00.03.82.87/Donald.jpg)

Donald is gonna give me nightmares...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 20, 2009, 05:41:48 AM
And give Borock new drawing inspiration!  XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Dr. Wily II on October 20, 2009, 06:32:23 PM
Now that would be awesome to see... >0<
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 20, 2009, 08:24:03 PM
The animations are [tornado fang]ing godly. Like really.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Phi on October 20, 2009, 11:12:52 PM
I'm really loving the music as well. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7CHELyD0rk)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 21, 2009, 12:37:41 AM
I'm really loving the music as well. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7CHELyD0rk)

Why yes, that is pretty bad-ass.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: borockman on October 21, 2009, 12:38:55 AM
And give Borock new drawing inspiration!  XD

You know me too well!   XD

I'm really loving the music as well. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7CHELyD0rk)

Sounds like opening title.

Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Waifu on October 21, 2009, 03:17:29 AM
Good music, creepy Disney characters and most of all, it is a game. Yeah, this is going to be awesome. I had to admit I didn't believe Disney was going to allow this and I thought it was going to be a lttile creepier to be honest but overall the mood of the game is dark and depressing and I hope to play it. Also, I wonder if it is deconstruction of Disney showing the darker side of Disney that you don't normally see or it is just some horror game with Disney characters in it.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Pringer X on October 21, 2009, 06:39:41 AM
Good music, creepy Disney characters and most of all, it is a game. Yeah, this is going to be awesome. I had to admit I didn't believe Disney was going to allow this and I thought it was going to be a lttile creepier to be honest but overall the mood of the game is dark and depressing and I hope to play it. Also, I wonder if it is deconstruction of Disney showing the darker side of Disney that you don't normally see or it is just some horror game with Disney characters in it.

It seems less dark than what the leaked art had shown. It seemed like the original Beetleworx were creatures straight from the depths of Hell done by Disney. Now they seem more comical than down-right terrifying.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 21, 2009, 07:14:32 AM
They had crude peeling flesh. and faces in random areas.
Yeah. they looked creepy. then there was the animatronic pals. they looked like some manner of half robot Zombies. Now, they still do- But we know they're animatronics now.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 24, 2009, 07:41:55 AM
http://gameinformer.com/games/disney_epic_mickey/b/wii/archive/2009/10/24/An-Interview-With-Warren-Spector.aspx

Quite a nice interview.

Also, the most important part 8D
Quote
Also, I want to do a Duck Tales game. Convince the world that a Duck Tales game needs to be made. I can’t convince anybody at Disney to let me do a Duck Tales game. How can that be?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 24, 2009, 07:42:33 AM
 :o

PROMOTE THAT MAN!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 24, 2009, 07:46:21 AM
PRRRRRRRRRRROMOTIONS!

Also, Warren, how hard is it to go to Capcom and say, "Hey, how would you like a Kingdom Hearts-level business deal?"

Swear to Gozalyn, we'd have a Duck Tales game for the DS within the year.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 24, 2009, 07:54:05 AM
PLAYABLE GIZMO DUCK & DARKWING DUCK!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HyperSonicEXE on October 24, 2009, 07:58:48 AM
Indeed, I think Warren would have to pitch more than just the Duck Tales show; it'd be an all-out duck game, Donald, Scrooge, Darkwing, Gizmo, all of 'em!

And Scrooge and Darkwing both have rivals, so there's plenty of room for some TRULY epic boss battles!
[spoiler]Use the MMZ3 Recoil Rod for Pogo Stick Cane action! :D [/spoiler]
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 24, 2009, 08:02:19 AM
Instead of Ducktales he should just make a Disney Ducks game.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Waifu on October 24, 2009, 08:23:52 AM
Well, it would have to depend on interest of both the Disney execs and the fans but still.

:o

PROMOTE THAT MAN!

 owob
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on October 24, 2009, 12:14:26 PM
DuckTales 3...
Only if it's made by CAPCOM.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 28, 2009, 06:53:30 PM
A really nice article on Kotaku about the game. (http://kotaku.com/5391662/spector-tells-us-how-disney-epic-mickey-will-challenge-gamers)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Dr. Wily II on October 29, 2009, 01:14:08 AM
That was a great read, and insight into the game and it's creation.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 29, 2009, 01:23:47 AM
So, did anyone else catch the new stuff from GameInformer on the development of the game so far? I'm ridiculously hyped for this game now.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 29, 2009, 01:29:58 AM
I sure did, it sounds awesome so far.

Also, seriously, after witnessing so much whining (and banning XD) at GAF, I wonder if I'm the only person that came for the concept ([tornado fang]'d up world where Disney's forgotten creations live) and stayed for it.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 29, 2009, 01:36:20 AM
Heh, well we know what we expected out of this Tai and it looks to deliver in spades.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 29, 2009, 01:38:47 AM
Indeed

Also, oh [parasitic bomb], is that really an upside down Steamboat Willie in the sky? XD
(http://i37.tinypic.com/2chrlmh.jpg)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 29, 2009, 06:34:45 PM
[tornado fang]ing awesome.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 29, 2009, 07:28:22 PM
Quote
Remember when some crazy looking concept art for Epic Mickey leaked? The kind of art that showed off tanks modeled after the Seven Dwarves in Snow White or a giant whale with Spaceship Earth on its back? Some of you might feel a bit disappointed that the official screenshots released to date don't quite reflect on that crazy steampunk aesthetic, and during an interview, I asked Warren Spector to discuss the disparity between the leaked art and the official art today.

He answers, "There are a couple aspects to that. I think I've mentioned before, that I'm a big believer in finding out where the line is by pushing past it. There are lines that are on every project; every project exists in a creative box. For most of my games, I create that box and the team has to sort of work within it. In this case, there's a creative box that I create, and there's the creative box that Disney overlays on that. I know where my lines are, but I don't know where Disney's are. I had a lot of stuff generated that was very specifically designed to be provocative and to cross that line. I know it's too far -- or is it? You tell me. So it forces a confrontation or a decision. Some of what you saw was beyond the line, and so I learned something from it. Some of it was early design ideas that are no longer relevant. Some of it is stuff that's still in the game, and I'm not saying what."

http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3176700

I'm sure that still won't shut people up though.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 29, 2009, 08:09:53 PM
[tornado fang] Spector is so goddamned awesome. That thought process is quite a good one to have when testing a team for what kind and caliber of development they are capable of.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on October 29, 2009, 08:16:36 PM
Disney Considering Movie, Comics for Epic Mickey (http://kotaku.com/5392525/disney-considering-movie-comics-for-epic-mickey)

Personally, I'd love that, as well as an Epic Disney Theme Park in Disney World, the Happiest Place on EARTH!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Blackhook on October 29, 2009, 08:22:29 PM
Disney back to their old tricks of money milking huh?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 29, 2009, 08:36:44 PM
I wouldnt mind a movie. As long as its done the good ol way, drawn, not CG or any of that.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on October 29, 2009, 09:03:17 PM
Disney back to their old tricks of money milking huh?

Well, with something this ambitious, I think it's warranted. People need to drop the Disney hate sometimes and see things for what they are.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 29, 2009, 09:16:41 PM
Maybe they'll decide to do more drawn movies as opposed to the overused CGI?
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gaia on October 29, 2009, 09:21:15 PM
I wouldnt mind a movie. As long as its done the good ol way, drawn, not CG or any of that.

*Princess and the Frog says hi*

Intresting, I'd like to see how it plays out when it happens.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on October 30, 2009, 09:32:31 PM
ONE MOVIE. in a sea of CGI. its their "return" to it, but that doesnt mean they are willing to make more. They could just fart out maybe 2 more and call it a day.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on October 30, 2009, 09:37:19 PM
It's a start at least, and it could go both ways.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on July 29, 2010, 03:27:08 AM
*casts pheonix down*

Im just going to drop these here. Weve all probably seen em, but they belong in the topic,  since we can  see some gameplay vids at work here, (as well as commentary from Spector himself) Discuss?

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jZgMA5f7ZQ[/youtube]

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=df1jZbMgvhc[/youtube]

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8OzD6TRL58[/youtube]
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on July 29, 2010, 04:58:29 AM
As far as I can see, Spector is a VERY conservative Disney fan. Meaning, aside from the sheer massive fanboyism he has for classic Mickey and classic Disney cartoon shorts, he aims to make this game as freaking "true-to-origin" as ever.

...I just hope we get to see some Zé Carioca around. He'd be an awesome character to have.

Also, anyone awaiting the comic?

(http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/9/2010/07/epic_mickey_comics.jpg)

http://kotaku.com/5595666/epic-mickey-spawns-tales-of-the-wasteland-comic-book-spin+offs
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jazz Shaking on August 17, 2010, 01:16:46 AM
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-MnhFSHTxU[/youtube]

Epic Mickey intro is... well epic.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Acid on August 17, 2010, 01:20:50 AM
SWEET

They got Mickey's ears right!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on August 17, 2010, 01:46:35 AM
Pretty awesome. Cannot wait for this game!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Fxeni on August 17, 2010, 02:28:24 AM
That's pretty awesome... here's to hoping the game itself is as awesome.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on August 17, 2010, 03:46:24 AM
I love the presentation of this game SO MUCH. Must buy confirmed. XD
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on August 17, 2010, 06:21:18 AM
That was cool.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on August 17, 2010, 06:30:50 AM
Seems pretty sweet. Didn't think it'd be much, but I might consider checking it out .
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Phi on August 18, 2010, 01:19:29 AM
Part of that trailer was actually based on this episode. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jj-XLPstSPI&feature=player_embedded#!)

Really loving the look of this game, but i'm still a little unsure about the gameplay itself.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on August 18, 2010, 01:25:39 PM
Suddenly I think the game might actually be good.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Kieran on August 18, 2010, 03:27:34 PM
I was thinking that previously.  But this is a nice reminder of why I was interested.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Ike-Mike on August 19, 2010, 07:07:21 PM
I love all the little nods to the actual Mickey mouse cartoons in this intro.
Also I don't know if I should feel good or bad that I know the last two cartoons shown in the calendar.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Kieran on August 20, 2010, 02:15:52 AM
I recognized several of them.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on August 20, 2010, 07:55:10 AM
I recognized like, 1 of them.

^ For me.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Fxeni on August 20, 2010, 12:05:52 PM
I recognized all of them... makes me feel old. Git offa mah lawn!
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on August 22, 2010, 10:48:42 PM
Warren Spector KNOWS his old-school Mickey. And I like the fact that the voice remains the same, but without actually saying anything to make it annoying. Mickey's the one cartoon character I'd like to keep silent.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on August 23, 2010, 12:22:26 AM
Not that he usually is, now...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on August 23, 2010, 12:42:41 AM
Not that he usually is, now...
Since all of his latest roles (and yes, even Kingdom Hearts) have pretty much contributed nothing whatsoever to any kind of more enriching personality or playful character, and this game actually aims to bring him back to his origins and make him TRULY good and unique again, making him silent is pretty much the very best thing they could have done.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on August 23, 2010, 11:19:40 PM
Since all of his latest roles (and yes, even Kingdom Hearts) have pretty much contributed nothing whatsoever to any kind of more enriching personality or playful character, and this game actually aims to bring him back to his origins and make him TRULY good and unique again, making him silent is pretty much the very best thing they could have done.

For once, I don't hate to admit that he's right. Mickey was way better as a silent character. Not that I found his voice annoying or anything, but he's the kind of guy that shouldn't say a word.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on August 24, 2010, 05:19:49 AM
Sorry, but I like Mickey's voice, mainly because I like making jokes using it. Mickey cursing is funny to me!  8D
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Flame on August 24, 2010, 06:32:16 AM
Mickey talking is fine with me. But he should not however- be a dialogue heavy character. a little laugh here, a small line or two there, thats enough. nothing too heavy.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on August 24, 2010, 06:43:21 AM
Mickey talking is fine with me. But he should not however- be a dialogue heavy character. a little laugh here, a small line or two there, thats enough. nothing too heavy.

That's actually a good idea. Hey, it worked for Link.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Klavier Gavin on August 29, 2010, 08:55:24 PM
Epic Mickey Collector’s Edition revealed (http://playstationinformer.wordpress.com/2010/08/29/disney-epic-mickey-collectors-edition-revealed/)
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on August 29, 2010, 09:23:32 PM
Hmmmmm. The figure might be worth the extra $20.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Jericho on August 29, 2010, 09:34:23 PM
Epic Mickey Collector’s Edition revealed (http://playstationinformer.wordpress.com/2010/08/29/disney-epic-mickey-collectors-edition-revealed/)

Needs more hardcover art book, but for $69, that's not too shabby. Also, PS Informer covering Epic Mickey? 8D
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on August 29, 2010, 09:52:06 PM
I'd so buy that if I wasn't sure that it's gonna cost me $2000 here >_>
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on August 29, 2010, 09:55:55 PM
Getting that. Seems pretty good.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gaia on August 29, 2010, 09:58:53 PM
I could use some less posable figures, considering that I need more of those.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Karasai♪ on August 29, 2010, 10:30:29 PM
I take back every bad thing I said about Epic Mickey.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: HokutoNoBen on August 29, 2010, 11:19:10 PM
The only thing I really could've wanted was an OST. I'm sure a game like this will probably have some nice tracks to go along with it.

That said...Spector's going to get my money any way, and this collection does look nice...
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Protoman Blues on August 29, 2010, 11:25:53 PM
Yeah I was hoping for an OST as well, but it's still not that bad. The DVD is a nice touch.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on September 10, 2010, 08:17:32 PM
I can tell that this would go nice with a few classy orchestrated tracks.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on September 10, 2010, 09:27:30 PM
I can tell that this would go nice with a few classy orchestrated tracks.
Can't help but think that that was one of the few things Kingdom Hearts got right.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Acid on September 10, 2010, 09:30:17 PM
KH music by Yoko Shimomura

Check her discography. She's great.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on September 10, 2010, 09:43:21 PM
I am familiar with her stuff. I just hope that Spector hires someone as talented.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Gotham Ranger on September 12, 2010, 06:32:40 AM
I was wondering if this was still going on.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on September 13, 2010, 04:14:46 AM
I was wondering if this was still going on.

So here's your answer.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on September 13, 2010, 11:42:34 AM
The game gets very few details, but the ones it gets, I like.

Just one thing... doesn't the game LOOK a bit... amateur-ish... at parts? I mean, the concept and everything is awesome, but on the graphical level, they don't seem to be doing much, and those platforming parts looked charming but not really very well done. In terms of gameplay, platform positioning, and the way Mickey moves.

I might be nitpicking ALOT, and seeing as this is my most expected upcoming game for the Wii, I'm not badmouthing it or anything, but I'd really like it if they improved certain small elements.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Align on September 13, 2010, 05:25:35 PM
Spoony (http://spoonyexperiment.com/2010/09/11/pax-coverage-disney-lineup/) notes it as solid but generic.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on September 13, 2010, 11:33:02 PM
The game gets very few details, but the ones it gets, I like.

Just one thing... doesn't the game LOOK a bit... amateur-ish... at parts? I mean, the concept and everything is awesome, but on the graphical level, they don't seem to be doing much, and those platforming parts looked charming but not really very well done. In terms of gameplay, platform positioning, and the way Mickey moves.

I might be nitpicking ALOT, and seeing as this is my most expected upcoming game for the Wii, I'm not badmouthing it or anything, but I'd really like it if they improved certain small elements.

Yeah. I'd have to agree with you on this one. Perhaps work a bit more on the details and such. Otherwise, it's good.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Bueno Excelente on September 16, 2010, 10:57:40 PM
[tornado fang] YEAH NOVEMBER 20 RELEASE DATE.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD8MbhV7FCw&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Shinigami No Tekken on September 16, 2010, 11:07:15 PM
[tornado fang] YEAH NOVEMBER 20 RELEASE DATE.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD8MbhV7FCw&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]

19 DAYS AFTER MAH BIRFDAY. AW YEAH.
Title: Re: Concept Artwork For "Epic Mickey" from Warren Spector
Post by: Solar on September 19, 2010, 12:52:34 AM
[tornado fang] YEAH NOVEMBER 20 RELEASE DATE.

Odd, I just saw an ad on TV today saying December (only caught the end of it though). Either it got moved a little or it's the usual case of us Mexicans getting screwed over like always...hard to tell.

Speaking of that, there's still months left until it releases and this is already getting international advertising on TV, they really are going all out.