Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a wonderful remake that looks gorgeous in many different ways, with simple yet fun platforming at its core.

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graphics, story

stability, optimization

95% User Score Based on 1,162 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 22 reviews

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"Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed" is a remake of the classic game, now available on PS4 and PS5. This reimagining offers enhanced graphics, gameplay features, and the same beloved Disney storyline. Players join Mickey Mouse as he explores a paint-and-thinner world, interacting with iconic Disney characters to complete missions and save the day. Experience this classic adventure with modern upgrades and get ready to create your own epic story.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,162 reviews

graphics142 positive mentions

stability49 negative mentions

The remake features stunning graphics and improved controls, making the gameplay smoother and more enjoyable than the original.
The game successfully captures the nostalgic charm of the original while adding new mechanics and quality of life improvements.
Epic Mickey: Rebrushed offers a unique blend of platforming, exploration, and storytelling, making it a delightful experience for both new and returning players.

The game suffers from occasional bugs and crashes, particularly when transitioning between areas, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
Some players feel that the core gameplay loop can become repetitive, with many quests being fetch tasks that lack depth.
The absence of voice acting in cutscenes has disappointed some fans, as it detracts from the overall immersion of the story.

graphics
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The graphics of the remastered game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the stunning visuals and significant improvements over the original Wii version. While some noted a loss of the original's darker tones and aesthetic, the overall consensus is that the updated graphics enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually captivating and immersive. The remaster successfully blends modern graphical fidelity with nostalgic elements, resulting in a beautiful and engaging presentation that appeals to both new players and fans of the original.
- “The graphics are gorgeous and very deserving of such a nostalgic and amazing game, and the added 'aim' help when fighting bosses was a small change but with a big impact.”
- “The improved visuals breathe new life into the dark, yet charming wasteland, making it feel more immersive and stylistically coherent with its unique blend of vintage Disney aesthetics and steampunk influences.”
- “The game looks amazing, even with the graphics turned down, and runs pretty well, although some areas run worse than others and the mean street projectors take forever to load.”
- “It's a great remake of the original, though it fails to capture the 'depressed' look of the original Wii game, and the new graphics make a very grim game look a lot less grim.”
- “The way the paint was sort of embedded into objects felt better than when the paint seems to splat and droop off of buildings, and everything feels a lot less sharp. Not in graphics, but the ways that rocks, patterns, and certain background elements feel softer, which in a world in absolute distraught doesn't match completely.”
- “Yes, I do miss the more eerie, darker look of the original, but the graphic step up was needed; I could actually see where I was going.”
story
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The story of "Epic Mickey: Rebrushed" is generally praised for its nostalgic charm and emotional depth, particularly in its exploration of Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit's relationship. While many reviewers appreciate the engaging narrative and beautiful visuals, some criticize the predictability and repetitiveness of quests, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a faithful remake that retains the essence of the original story while offering new mechanics and choices that enhance replayability.
- “The story is quite beautiful, and the way in which your decisions are reflected in it makes the overall experience feel more personal.”
- “A true masterpiece with a heartbreaking story of Mickey's lost brother Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.”
- “Warren Spector's dedication to making a story about a forgotten cartoon rabbit led astray by his own hatred, and a cartoon mouse just trying to get home is genuinely interesting and will never cease to amaze me.”
- “While the world and concept are dark and gloomy, the story itself is fairly simple and too predictable, giving you the feeling that saving the world with the help of Oswald and defeating enemies could be better told.”
- “While the story feels like the weakest aspect, lacking any real depth, longtime Mickey fans will appreciate the references to the old comics and characters, despite not fulfilling its full potential.”
- “The quests quickly lose their sense of adventure and become repetitive fetch tasks, draining the excitement from the game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Epic Mickey: Rebrushed" has been praised for its smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and the creative use of paint and thinner, which allows for player expression and exploration. While the game retains its nostalgic charm and introduces new features like sprinting and ground pounds, some players feel the overall experience can become repetitive and lacks challenge. Despite minor technical issues, the remake successfully enhances the original's gameplay, making it accessible and enjoyable for both new players and fans of the original.
- “The mechanics of the game are very easy to learn whether you're playing on keyboard or mouse.”
- “It has unique mechanics that allow for player expression and a surprising amount of freedom of choice in quests and puzzles.”
- “The brush mechanics are a highlight, offering a creative and interactive way to explore and reshape the environment.”
- “The art style is nice, but the gameplay is simple, repetitive, and wears off quickly.”
- “If you played the original, you will love this, but for how much gameplay you get, it's not worth $60.”
- “I also would have liked to see some more changes with the actual gameplay, particularly the stale combat, as it's more or less the exact same with a couple of new cool but ineffective additions.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its nostalgic and atmospheric qualities, particularly the soundtrack composed by Jim Dooley. However, several players noted issues such as missing tracks, incorrect music timings, and a lack of the dynamic layering system present in the original game, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the soundtrack remains a highlight for many, enhancing the game's whimsical tone and emotional depth.
- “The music is wonderful and memorable.”
- “The atmosphere and music of this game are truly something special.”
- “The soundtrack deserves a mention, too—each note perfectly complements the whimsical tone of the game, enhancing every moment from epic boss battles to quieter exploration.”
- “The music is quite messed up, with many tracks completely missing and/or playing at the wrong times; which is a shame given the care the original game's dynamic music system had.”
- “Now, for those of us who have played the original, there are some various differences, like some music tracks not matching the correct timings, (e.g. bog easy just plays the generic lonesome manor music rather than its special track, oswald's room in mickeyjunk mountain plays the generic ambience rather than his theme, the music timing for raising smee's boat and the cutscene to the jolly roger is off, etc.)”
- “The only real issues I had were with missing audio, incorrect area music, and the thinner disaster sequence being the censored version, rather than the original.”
stability
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some players reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly during key moments like boss fights and quest progression. While a few users experienced no major issues, others faced crashes and save file corruption, indicating that the game may require further updates to address these problems. Overall, while the game is enjoyable and has improved in many areas, it still suffers from stability issues that can detract from the experience.
- “Runs great on the deck out-of-the-box”
- “Again, it's fun, runs great and looks good.”
- “The mad doctor fight needs work as the whole fight glitches upon death.”
- “It is quite buggy and at its worst hard-locked me out of progress mid-playthrough while trying to do the thinner route because characters would not talk to me anymore, despite efforts to fix it.”
- “Buggy as heck, I can't get out of the first hub world without it crashing on me.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players experiencing significant performance issues such as frame drops and stuttering, particularly during intense moments or specific effects. While many appreciate the visual improvements and smoother gameplay on mid-range PCs and the Steam Deck, others report crashes and inconsistent performance, suggesting that further refinements are needed. Overall, the game is enjoyable, but its optimization challenges may detract from the experience for some players.
- “More enjoyable than ever with updated controls, fantastic optimization, and perfect Steam Deck support.”
- “It seems completely fixed now, and the game runs smoothly on Unreal Engine.”
- “It’s polished and runs smoothly on mid-range PCs or the Steam Deck, making it accessible for most players.”
- “While the Unreal Engine provides some visual polish, it also causes occasional stuttering during certain effects, disrupting the flow of gameplay.”
- “The framerate dips often, there's tons of stuttering at certain points, some of the enemy AI is bugged, and it feels like they made the game a good bit easier than I remember it.”
- “It fumbles its execution a bit with the performance, but there are enough novel ideas and enjoyable gameplay concepts here to make the experience more than worth your while.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, characterized by a unique blend of gothic elements and the charm of classic Disney animation, creating an eerie yet captivating experience. Players appreciate the art style, music, and the mature, dark undertones that contribute to a sense of hopelessness, enhancing the overall ambiance. The remastered version improves upon the original's atmospheric qualities, offering dynamic visuals and customizable settings to suit different preferences for brightness and mood.
- “The gothic atmosphere gives the game its own unique identity, setting it apart from other 3D platformers.”
- “It masterfully blends its eerie atmosphere with the charm of Disney’s old-school animation, making it feel as though you’ve stepped into a cartoon book.”
- “The atmosphere and music of this game are truly something special.”
- “The shadows dance across the landscapes, creating a dynamic atmosphere that draws you deeper into the experience.”
- “Safe to say, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed has fixed the problems of a hard to navigate camera, as well as polishing the atmosphere of the original game by remaking all the original assets on Unreal Engine.”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the multiple endings, new game + options, and varied approaches to tasks that enhance replay value, others feel that the limited impact of choices and some arbitrary elements diminish the incentive to replay. Many reviews highlight enjoyable gameplay and captivating settings, suggesting that despite some limitations, the game offers enough content and improvements over its predecessor to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “Additionally, tasks and challenges can be completed in multiple ways, allowing for some flexibility and player choice, which enhances replayability.”
- “It has really good replayability (it probably took me about 12 hours to finish when not counting restarts) and has a fascinating (and surprisingly creepy) story and setting for a game about Mickey Mouse.”
- “Enjoyable gameplay, a captivating world, lots of replayability, and a raft of tweaks and improvements over the original make this one an easy sell.”
- “As a result, the replayability feels limited where there’s little incentive to go back and make different choices since the outcome is mostly the same.”
- “The idea is to include replayability and challenge to the game, and some of it pays off for the better, but a large majority of it is arbitrary.”
- “With a medium level of difficulty, the gameplay is satisfying without being overly demanding, and the game offers moderate replayability, especially for achievement hunters.”
emotional
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Epic Mickey is praised for its heartfelt and emotional storytelling, evoking strong feelings, especially for those with a nostalgic connection to Disney. While some reviewers noted the lack of voice acting as a missed opportunity, the game's beautiful scenery and touching narrative, particularly the story of Mickey's lost brother Oswald, create a memorable and distinct experience. Overall, it is considered a must-play for anyone seeking a casual yet emotionally resonant gaming experience.
- “Epic Mickey represents the best of what Disney used to be: heartfelt and earnest. If the name 'Disney' has ever meant anything to you growing up, Epic Mickey's conclusion (depending on the choices you make) is bound to elicit some strong emotions.”
- “A true masterpiece with a heartbreaking story of Mickey's lost brother, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.”
- “Absolutely wonderful, stunning game. Especially as someone whose first video game I ever played was Epic Mickey 2, this is quite the emotional experience.”
grinding
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some elements, like fast travel and new gameplay mechanics, alleviate tedium, many still feel that the repetitive nature of certain tasks and the necessity to replay for 100% completion can be frustrating. The abundance of cutscenes and forced dialogue also contributes to a sense of monotony, despite the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. Overall, while improvements have been made, grinding remains a significant and sometimes tedious part of the experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Some of the levels can be a little tedious for anyone wanting to 100% the game, and the fact you'll have to play through the game a few times to get all the achievements is a little annoying, but it is what it is.”
- “Erasing walls to find goodies gets tedious after a while, no matter how pretty the collectible concept art is.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing details, such as the extra tombstones outside Lonesome Manor and Mickey's exaggerated gestures during the tutorial. Players also find humor in minor typos, like the "firends" description on a pin, adding to the overall charm and replayability of the game.
- “The extra tombstones outside Lonesome Manor are hilarious.”
- “Mickey waving his hands wildly during the guardian tutorial is extremely funny.”
- “I don't know how long it takes for them to notice stuff like this, but the 'just friends' pin says 'firends' in the description, which is pretty funny.”