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  • Disney’s The Haunted Mansion Board Game Materializing in Time for Halloween

    Disney’s The Haunted Mansion Board Game Materializing in Time for Halloween

    Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still it may be family game night and Funko has just released a new board game called The Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits that is perfect for foolish mortals.

    The haunted new game allows you to explore all the classic rooms of the ghost-infested manor, from the festivities-filled Ballroom to the Attic and out to the Graveyard and beyond in search of spirits. Beware, though, of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, who are notorious for “following you home” as that may spell your doom in the end!

    Take a look at the features and details below:

    • Socialize with the Happy Haunts by collecting matching sets of ghost cards.
    • Explore all the classic rooms of the ghost-infested manor, from the festivities-filled Ballroom to the Attic and out to the Graveyard and beyond in search of spirits.
    • Beware of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, who are notorious for “following you home” as that may spell your doom in the end!
    • Move around the mansion by rotating the Endless Hallway around Madame Leota’s Séance Room, collecting Ghost cards in front of them in sets, each of which are worth different point values.

    The Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits board game launched September 30th on Amazon and at Walmart for $24.97.

  • New Disney Villains Monopoly Released from Hasbro

    New Disney Villains Monopoly Released from Hasbro

    Disney and Hasbro have teamed up once again to create a version of Monopoly that allows players to channel their inner villain.

    The game from Hasbro and Disney allows players to become classic Disney Villains like Cruella, Jafar, Scar, Evil Queen, Maleficent and Hook.

    According to Hasbro you can, “activate a character’s special ability by acquiring the Flames of Power ring, change gameplay with Poison Apple cards, and advance on the board by landing on a Vehicle space.” Take a closer look below:

    “Players will be able to portray the most iconic and timeless Disney villains while keeping the spirit of the classic Monopoly game players of all ages know and love,” Hasbro General Manager and SVP, Global Gaming, Jeff Anderson said.

    The game is available now for $29.99 at most major retailers.

    “Imagine classic Disney villains stealing, scheming, and competing to see who is the most evil of all,” Hasbro wrote in a press release.

    Disney is no stranger to the world of Monopoly. It has collaborated with Hasbro on a few other editions of their classic game like, The Lion King Monopoly Game and Marvel’s Avengers Monopoly Game.

    “It is always a pleasure working closely with the Disney team. We have built a strong relationship with them and, because of that, we are confident this game will bring the Disney Villains to life in a way fans will truly appreciate and enjoy,” Anderson added.

  • Disney Virtual Family Game Night Debuts Friday Night at 7PM ET

    Disney Virtual Family Game Night Debuts Friday Night at 7PM ET

    Disney will be holding a Virtual Family Game Night tonight that will include Disney trivia, matching games and more.

    Everyone can play along from home when the event kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on Friday during the Park Pals Edition of Disney Family Game Night. And if you’re not able to join for the livestream on Friday, the game will also be available for replay on YouTube and Facebook.

    To make sure your game night is extra magical, a few Disney items you’ll need have been gathered up for you below. First, prepare to win a coveted Mickey Thumbs Up by printing out your Disney scorecard.

    There will be seven challenging trivia rounds testing how much you know about Disney characters and personalities you may find at our Parks around the world.  

    And if you’re like me and game night is a big deal at home, we’re also offering special Disney crafts and snacks to make the experience even more magical. First, our friends at Disney Family are sharing DIY game night treat bags inspired by the funniest duo in “Toy Story 4” – Ducky and Bunny.  The bags are simple to create and perfect for holding popcorn or other goodies.  Here’s how to make them. 

    For Disney Family Game Night, you can also surprise everyone with a dessert filled with Mickey magic. Mickey S’mores Cupcakes are delicious with a graham cracker crust, soft chocolate cake and toasted marshmallow fluff – and Disney Family is sharing the recipe! Learn how to make them here. 

    Disney Family Game Night is part of the #DisneyMagicalMoments campaign, which Disney launched during the pandemic as a way to share virtual experiences, including activities, recipes, and other behind-the-scenes content.

  • BREAKING: Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Announced for Playstation 5

    BREAKING: Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Announced for Playstation 5

    During the PlayStation 5: The Future of Gaming event today, PlayStation, Insomniac Games and Marvel Games revealed a new Spidey adventure heading exclusively to the PS5 — Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

    That’s right — this Holiday 2020, you can join the latest web-slinging adventure with an all-new story set in the Spider-Man universe that builds on and expands the critically-acclaimed blockbuster Marvel’s Spider-Man.

    Experience the rise of Miles Morales as he masters new powers to become his own Spider-Man. Get a sneak peek of the game below!

    PlayStation revealed, with PS5’s ultra-fast SSD, players can near-instantaneously fast-travel across Marvel’s New York City, as well as feel the tension of each one of Mile’s web-swings, punches, web-shots, and venom blasts thanks to the DualSense wireless controller’s haptic feedback.

    Experience the story of Miles Morales as he faces great, new challenges while learning to be his own Spider-Man, exclusively on PlayStation5, this Holiday 2020!

  • Unofficial Club Penguin Site Shuts Down After Disney Copyright Claim

    Unofficial Club Penguin Site Shuts Down After Disney Copyright Claim

    After Disney shut down the official Club Penguin game in 2018, an unlicensed version took it’s place, but the site is now shut down due to copyright issues.

    The shutdown of Club Penguin Online came after Disney issued a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice against the site this week.

    “We continue to enforce our rights against this, and other, unauthorized uses of the Club Penguin game,” Disney said in a statement.

    Club Penguin Online, an unlicensed revival of the popular Disney-owned children’s social network, is one of the largest fan replicas of the game, accruing over 8 million users over the last two years.

    According to a BBC report, police arrested a London man involved in Club Penguin Online on suspicion of possessing “child abuse images.”

    And BBC News investigation found, among other things, that the unauthorized Club Penguin Online game had disabled content filters that removed offensive language and that the game’s moderators were no longer removing racist content.

  • VIDEO: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Augmented Reality Game Now Available in DisneyNOW App

    VIDEO: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Augmented Reality Game Now Available in DisneyNOW App

    You can now bring the magic of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to life in your home with Mickey & Minnie’s Runway Railway: Adventure Kit, an all-new free game in the DisneyNOW app!

    Control Mickey and friends’ cars, trains, and more through a series of scenic adventures in this delightfully surprising, off-the-rails sandbox game, based off the newest attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.  

    Using augmented reality, this game brings the magic of Disney Parks into your home and you’ll never know what you’ll find! Choose from three characters (Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy) and three worlds (Runnamuck Park, Big City Snarl, and Carnival Chaos). Take a look at the video below where you can see how each setting is taken directly from the Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction, so you can truly relive the attraction at home and see how Mouse rules apply!

    DisneyNOW is a kids-safe app with the newest episodes and current seasons of your favorite Disney Channel shows, DCOMs and dozens of games. Click here to access the Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway: Adventure Kit in DisneyNOW!

  • Now Casting Families for New Disney Quiz Show Coming to Disney+

    Now Casting Families for New Disney Quiz Show Coming to Disney+

    Casting has now begun for Disney Obsessed Families of Four who love Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more for a new Disney Trivia Game Show!

    They are looking for the biggest Disney fans all over the country, ages 8 and UP. They network is the Disney+ streaming service.

    They are looking for FUN GROUPS OF FOUR Family Members. Take a look below for full details and sign up information:

    KIDS AGE 8+ – SIBLINGS – COUSINS – NEWLYWEDS – IN-LAWS – SPOUSES – PARENTS – GRANDPARENTS – AUNTS / UNCLES – STEP PARENTS – and It’s ok if the a few family members are in a different state as long as they know and love something in the Disney family!

    If you are are FAMILY by law or by blood and you LOVE: Disney / Marvel / Star Wars / Pixar / The Simpsons / National Geographic TRIVIA then they want to meet you and give your family the chance of a lifetime!

    The shoot will be during the Month of March 2020 in LA, but they are casting nationwide and they cover travel and hotel as well. Take a look below for info on sign up.

    To sign up, just head to the “Now Casting” Page at theoldschooltvs.com by clicking HERE.

  • Nintendo Announces Disney-Themed Switch to be Released in Japan

    Nintendo Announces Disney-Themed Switch to be Released in Japan

    Disney and Nintendo have partnered up to release a new Switch bundle for Japan inspired by the popular Disney Tsum-Tsum franchise.

    A new game called Tsum-Tsum Festival is coming out on October 10th and includes Switch-exclusive minigames as well as the ability to play a regular mobile-style game of Tsum-Tsum by holding the Switch vertically.

    The Switch hardware bundle features a patterned dock with Tsum-Tsum characters and the logo, while the included pink and purple Joy-Cons are similarly decorated. The Switch itself is the updated, longer-lasting model and has pink characters on the back. Also, the home button has ears.

    The Tsum-Tsum Festival bundle will be released in Japan on October 10th and will sell for 36,080 yen ($333). No word on a release elsewhere.

  • Disney Cruise Line’s Navigator App Adds New Features

    Disney Cruise Line’s Navigator App Adds New Features

    Planning your next Disney cruise vacation just got a lot easier! With a plethora of new features, the enhanced Disney Cruise Line Navigator app makes it easier than ever to prepare for the trip of a lifetime.

    The new features that are available as soon as you book a reservation include everything you need to start planning your cruise, from accessing online check-in, making payments or viewing ship details.

    Once your cruise countdown hits 130 days, the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app will also soon allow your family to explore and book activities. Reserve Port Adventures for your family, book dinner at Palo and Remy or even make a reservation for a spa treatment – all from your smartphone.

    Along with planning your vacation, the app can also be a tool to share your excitement about your upcoming Disney cruise with friends and family. Let everyone know how many days you have left until your next sailing with a screenshot of the cruise countdown clock!

    Once onboard, the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app continues to be your go-to tool to help plan your days and keep in touch with friends and family during your cruise. Quickly access an hour-by-hour schedule of activities, entertainment and character meet-and-greets onboard, review your dining options, plan your meals by viewing the nightly menus, and send and receive chat messages with fellow guests. Best of all, it remains complimentary for your family to use both before and during your vacation!

    Get ready for your Disney cruise at home – and enjoy even more magic on the ship – by downloading the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app today!

    If you need help booking your magical vacation, contact Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Vikki for help. My services are completely free and I will always find you the lowest rates. Let me do all the work so you don’t have to!

  • Play Kingdom Hearts III Before Its Released at Disney Springs

    Play Kingdom Hearts III Before Its Released at Disney Springs

    Disney has announced a first-of-its-kind pop-up experience at Disney Springs where you’ll find a playable demo of the upcoming release of KINGDOM HEARTS III. That’s right, you can play the game before it’s released to the public.

    It’s been over 12 years since Kingdom Hearts II debuted, so there are plenty of eager fans who are thrilled for the newest edition and can’t wait to get their hands on it.

    At the interactive experience you’ll be able to get the full details on the game, and to play a 15-minute preview before your friends. If you fall in love with Kingdom Hearts III, you’ll have the opportunity to pre-order ahead of its release.

    The Kingdom Hearts universe connects Disney characters, stories and worlds into one incredible, imaginative experience. In this third installment – set to release in stores on January 29, 2019 – characters from beloved films like Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story and Monsters, Inc., and Walt Disney Studios’ “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Big Hero 6,” “Tangled,” “Frozen” and more are brought together in a fantastic adventure that spans the magical worlds of Disney, Pixar and SQUARE ENIX. Here, you’re invited to relive nostalgia and go on new adventures with Sora—the unknowing heir to a spectacular power—and his friends as you battle together to fight off the Heartless invasion using Keyblade transformations, joint attacks with Disney and Pixar characters, Disney character summons, classic mini games, and more.

    The preview is available to guests at Disney Springs, located next to the Lime Parking Garage in Town Center starting next Friday, December 14, 2018 and runs through January 31, 2019.