Epic Mickey
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Epic Mickey is one of our personal favorites, and will always have a special place in our hearts as one of the “best” Disney games ever made. The concept of Epic Mickey is interesting in that it incorporates a magic paintbrush and art to move the story along, as opposed to more “traditional” gameplay.
Sure, there’s platforming involved, but the player is given the freedom to create their own solutions. No two playthroughs of Epic Mickey ever feel alike. Furthermore, there’s a surprisingly fleshed out system of morality that even gives the player the ability to completely bypass bosses if they play their cards right.
For artists, Epic Mickey appeals directly to their inner sense of creativity. For gamers, Epic Mickey promotes “outside the box” thinking that can cultivate an appreciation for art and design, even for those who’ll never have a desire to pick up an actual paintbrush.
While it’s hard to go back and replay Epic Mickey as opposed to its sequel (which released on Steam to mixed reviews in 2012) those who own the original game should absolutely take the time to revisit it.
