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A remake of the original Wii exclusive,Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushedwill be available on Switch later this year. Fans have been hoping for a revival of theEpic Mickeygame franchise, and this surprise announcement during today’s Nintendo Direct has already got audiences buzzing.
First released in 2010,Disney Epic Mickeyis a 3D platformer featuring a unique paintbrush mechanic. Players can control the iconicDisneymascot, Mickey Mouse, and utilize both paint and paint thinner to alter the environment around them and traverse through a curious world. This fantastical experience will be returning later this year in a remade, or “Rebrushed,” version of the game on Nintendo Switch.
Announced during today’s Nintendo direct, a remaster of the classic Wii Mickey Mouse platformer will be coming to Switch this year, titledDisney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. The trailer shows the eponymous mascot falling into a mirror and entering a mysterious realm filled with forgotten characters. Players must help Mickey to platform and paint his way out of the magical dimension, as they become an epic hero. Featured gameplay shows classic 3D platforming mechanics, along with a unique paint brush ability. In spite of a somewhatlacklusterEpic Mickeysequel, audiences have remained supportive of the imaginative franchise. Fans have already begun celebrating this reveal on social media, with many shocked to see the beloved Wii game getting a full remake.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Announcement Trailer
Shortly after the end of the Nintendo Direct, an extended announcement trailer was also shared, giving fans a bit more background on the story. In both theDisney Epic Mickey: RebrushedNintendo Direct and Announcement trailers, fans can spot a number of iconic moments from the original game and enjoy the gorgeous improvements to the original graphics. Both the cinematic cutscenes and gameplay moments showcase the major upgrade in performance of theSwitch compared to the Wii. Key locations and a familiar face are shown in the trailer, though only briefly, allowing new and returning players to get a taste of the whimsical world ofEpic Mickey. Colorful scenery, imaginative action, and an exciting soundtrack all contribute to making this unexpected trailer a welcome surprise for fans of Mickey Mouse and platforming adventures.Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushedwill launch on the Nintendo Switch later this year.
Disney fans and platforming fans have vocally supported theEpic Mickeyseries, with many now excited for this fresh reimagining of an arguably underrated game. With thesuccess ofDisney Dreamlight Valleyand the potential of the new collaboration between Disney and Epic Games,Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushedis due to release during a time of rising interest in the iconic Mouse’s gaming presence. Interested players will want to stay tuned for future updates onDisney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed.
