Disney Infinity

[Cowabunga Carl]

So Disney just released a new game called Disney Infinity. Now like a lot of people I was skeptical of a game where you have to buy toys to play it, heck that is the reason I never played Skylanders. Yet when they said they were looking into doing Star Wars and Marvel down the line it made me down right giddy. So I pre-ordered the starter and a few figures.

I have to say I am not disappointed in my purchase. In fact if anything I'm kicking myself for not ordering more of the figures to unlock characters in the game.

The game play is fun, in that each of the playsets are unique to the world they are set in. You can't take Jake Sparrow to Monsters University for instance. So with the play sets you have a game within a game. Mostly I've been playing the Pirates one and it feels like a game to its self. The others do too, as I've given them a try too. However the real star is the Toy Box mode.

I have to say this is something I really didn't care about when it was announced. I was kind of sad that I couldn't cross characters over into other worlds too. Yet Toy Box gives me just that. I can build anything my mind can think of. Plus then there is the fact I can upload to the server for others to play in. I have a PS3 so I can't right now because of some issues though.

The figures themselves are very stylized and I can see them putting some people off. However when you start getting a few you notice the uniformity of them actually looks kind of cool. These aren't the actual characters, but rather Toys of them in pretend world. It's like being a kid playing with the toys seeing the world you create come to life.

Overall I'm really happy with this game. I think those of you on the fence should find a friend who got it and give it a try. Heck I'd even suggest just buying it. The one downside is all the figures you need to get to unlock things in areas and such. But even then it comes down to personal preference.

Anyone else get the game? I'd love to hear what others feel about this or have experienced.

[Leo656]

I have to admit, reading about it has me intrigued but the high price point is a little off-putting. I'm one of those OCD completist types, and I absolutely know if I play that game I'll have to get all the figures, accessories etc., and according to Game Informer that's potentially going to end up costing around $350 not counting stuff they'll be putting out later on. :ohwell:

Seems like a neat idea, though. I'm curious. I want to see what more people have to say about it, though.

[Zulithe]

I ordered it late for Wii U(right before the pre-order deadline) so I don't have it yet. Also managed to get some of the sets for 50% off, also which haven't arrived yet.

I love Disney/Pixar/Marvel/Star Wars so I'm really excited for where this could go, even if they are going to be draaaaawing out the introduction of characters and worlds over the course of subsequent games. Looks like they are annualizing it similar to skylanders... expected.

Just kind of baffling they aren't using more of their heavy hitters to launch this. Instead we get Cars (man, I hate this property so much), Lone Ranger (Didn't hate it, but it's a weak choice... though it's a 2013 property so I can understand), and Monsters University (eh, okay). I love that Incredibles is there and those are the characters I'm most interested in. Pirates is alright too.

Looking forward to getting the wreck it ralph and toy story stuff. and mickey which supposed is coming to retail and not just as a D23 exclusive (as a single? no playset?)

Still, no Star Wars, no Marvel, no classic disney stuff (except Mickey, so far)... where's Lion King? That would sell big. Where's Muppets? Do I really have to wait until Disney Infinity 3 in 2015 to get me a gonzo and kermit? I sure hope not.

If you get it, make sure it's Wii U, 360 or PS3... yeah, the most recent PS3 patch they pushed for DI messed things up, but they'll work it out.

Don't forget they are launching a free PC version for all buyers (it's toybox-only but i'll take it). So I can build things while at work if I feel like it :P yay!

I suspect I'll be moderately pleased with the game, but really I'm just excited for where this game could go in future versions, and knowing that all the charaters I buy now will work in future versions of the game makes them attractive purchases NOW before they are off shelves. Also, surprisingly, they even announced they will be patching in new charaters to the older games when DI 2 comes out. So if they release muppets for DI2 they will work in DI1 (but only in toybox mode) -- I'm finding it kinda hard to believe they will follow through on this and personally don't really care. I'm interested in forward compatibility the most.

One last thing, as for the price, if you exclude the price of getting all of the discs, you can get the game and all characers for close to $175 if you buy from the right stores and/or use price matching. Not exactly cheap but just saying.

Oh, one laster last thing... unless you want Violet badly, wait for this 3 pack to come out to save some money. I believe this is in October:

http://www.disneyinfinityfans.com/images/misc/disney_infinity_girl_power_pack.jpg

also:

http://www.disneyinfinityfans.com/images/misc/disney_infinity_frozen_pack.jpg

[Donatello19]

Judging from reviews and play-throughs, the game is crap for little kids. The toy box mode seems O.K., but there's no way I'm gonna spend all my money on the game to just use that mode. I went to TRU and Best Buy yesterday, and the shelves were packed...not one figure missing. And I can see why, TRU wanted 16 bucks for each figure! Ridiculous prices....maybe if the game was a little cheaper I would get it, but right now I will pass. It's really hard for me not to go spend all my money on it...as I'm such a huge Disney fan and all...but I just can't see myself enjoying the game. At most I will pick up the figures of my favorite characters, (Ralph and Vanellope) that is...if they get made (Oswald).

[Cowabunga Carl]

That's odd that you are finding shelves packed. Here I had to hunt for things as the shelves at all stores are almost empty. Went to two Targets, 3 Walmarts, and two Toys and no one had the basic game back, any of the story playsets, and only Syndrome, Randel, and the race car from Cars 2.

[snake]

I really hope this 'Toys to life' fad goes away soon.

[Cowabunga Carl]

Why? What harm does it do to those who don't want to play these games?

[snake]

Why? What harm does it do to those who don't want to play these games?

I end up playing them and spend 100+ on extra figures.
They harm wallets.

[Cowabunga Carl]

lol, yeah they do. I'm finding that out the hard way. I was able to avoid Skylanders thank goodness. I can't imagine how much that would have hurt.

[raph27]

Ehh...I might pick it up after a while if the starter set goes down to like $50.
But if they did Muppets I would buy it right now.

[Donatello19]

If Disney adds a Gravity Falls playset and some figures, then I may have to buy the game...it's hard enough having to pass up Wreck-It Ralph and Toy Story...but I don't think I'll be able to resist if GF gets involved.

[The Stryker]

I end up playing them and spend 100+ on extra figures.
They harm wallets.

No one is forcing you to play them, Lumpy.

[Cowabunga Carl]

So I picked up the Cars Playset today. At first I was a little disappointed by the controls for vehicles but after a little bit it aint that bad.

[Donatello19]

it aint that bad.

That's my problem with the game. Why spend so much money on something that is just "Not bad"?

[Peanut]

Don't you play Skylanders? Considering that game is mediocre kids fodder, at best, it surprises me you'd be on a high horse over the quality of your collectible money sink.

[Cowabunga Carl]

That's my problem with the game. Why spend so much money on something that is just "Not bad"?

The game as a whole is amazing. The only set that has left me a little blah is the Cars one simply because it treats the controls for controlling them like vehicles instead of the other characters.

Pirates, Incredibles, LR, and Monsters are all great playsets and Cars is too except the controls. I'm not sure why you are trying to bash this game so much when you haven't played it or tried it. Just one aspect of the game that over all hasn't made me go "wow" is a long way from it being mediocre.

[snake]

No one is forcing you to play them, Lumpy.

I've only played Skylanders and I really liked the collecting aspect of it. I quit playing them.

[Eiko]

I saw this game i stores today i was really thinking about getting it for the kids and i love the skylanders but i just really don't want to pay 80$ plus the extra for the toys if the Lion king ever gets released for the game then i might see how it goes.

[Donatello19]

Don't you play Skylanders? Considering that game is mediocre kids fodder, at best, it surprises me you'd be on a high horse over the quality of your collectible money sink.

Yes! I love Skylanders...and although it's meant for kids, it's something that I greatly enjoy...just like how most of us enjoy TMNT.

The reason I don't want Infinity is because it seems like the only thinking I would enjoy is the toy box mode..and I don't think the price is worth is if I'm just going to enjoy that. The "play sets" look really boring and repetitive. The game as a whole just doesn't seem like something I would enjoy playing.

[Peanut]

Where as Skylanders is what? Enjoyable? Not at all a repetitive or boring at all, right? Your bias is showing.

[Donatello19]

Where as Skylanders is what? Enjoyable? Not at all a repetitive or boring at all, right? Your bias is showing.

O.K. then, maybe I am a bit bias. It still doesn't change the fact that Disney Infinity doesn't look like something I'd enjoy. The prices for it are also outrageous, which is another reason I won't be buying it. I enjoy Skylanders because I like to collect the toys, upgrade and level up characters, play battle mode, and...well, I just enjoy beat em' up games. Disney Infinity seems to be based on building your own levels/games/worlds, which doesn't really interest me. And I do admit that Skylanders is repetitive, but I do not find it boring at all.

[Zulithe]

prices are in line with or less than skylanders *if* you know how to shop :P I got everything at a minimum of 20% off and most 50% off.

the character selection appeals to me much more than skylanders does.

and yeah, as someone who has some skylander stuff, after comparing the figures, I even give an edge to disney here. really happy with the paint and sculpts. not that skylanders are bad by any means.

now, look, obviously skylanders was there first, they innovated in this gamespace. I get how people would give Disney crap over trying to eat their lunch. But if they do a good job, I'm giving them credit.

skylanders also doesn't have the building mode that this game has. i'm swamped with crap right now or id love to dig in... i'll have to wait till Thursday. don't ever become an adult.

[Cowabunga Carl]

A set I'd love to see but doubt we will is a Gargoyles set. Oh my gosh could you imagine a playset based in the world?

[Brodie]

I picked it up, with the sales/coupons floating around. I also got the Villians pack for like $14 bucks, which is nice considering a single figure is $13.

I don't see myself buying any more figures until the next slew, with the Toy Story and Sorcerer Mickey coming out later. There's enough to keep busy with the Incredibles/Pirates/Monsters/Toybox stuff as is. I might get the Lone Ranger set, if it goes any lower than the sale prices this week.

[Zulithe]

the $20 sale price many stores have lone ranger and cars for aren't bad, i just went with those. I could see them going a tad bit lower, maybe $18 or $17. if you want much lower you'll probably have to wait for some clearance deals

[Eiko]

I have decided i am going to be getting this game i have had a go at it really fun like the idea much better than skylanders for sure.

[Brodie]

I'm having a lot of fun with it. I want the Sorcerer Mickey in a big-bad way. But I'll wait for '14. I do wish there was a level download component similar to Little Big Planet, but I understand the security/safety guards. There's the Disney direct toybox downloads, which have some neat Tron type levels. But there's not much to alter/do.

[Dawnatello Turtle Chick]

Right now Toysrus.com has Disney Infinity at buy one get one 50% off- Don't know about in-store, but online it's advertised that way- I think through 8/24... So hurry!

[miru]

If Gadget Hackwrench were in this game, I would find the game irresistible.

[The Stryker]

If Gadget Hackwrench were in this game, I would find the game irresistible.

Nooooooo. You don't say.

[raph27]

I found out coming up stuff:
Toy Story coming October? maybe, Buzz and Jessie sold with Play Set, Woody sold alone.
Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope coming holiday.
Sorcerer Mikey wait. Mickey was given to 5000 people at the D23 Disney convention, coming as regular fig 2014.
10 hand-painted figures of Phineas and Perry were given away at SDCC. Really hope they come to the public too. A play set would be sweet.
And due to technical limitations, only the Play Sets on the disk are going to be made. But, we still haven't got all the names yet.

[Donatello19]

I found out coming up stuff:
Toy Story coming October? maybe, Buzz and Jessie sold with Play Set, Woody sold alone.
Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope coming holiday.
Sorcerer Mikey wait. Mickey was given to 5000 people at the D23 Disney convention, coming as regular fig 2014.
10 hand-painted figures of Phineas and Perry were given away at SDCC. Really hope they come to the public too. A play set would be sweet.
And due to technical limitations, only the Play Sets on the disk are going to be made. But, we still haven't got all the names yet.

I was initially kinda excited that a Toy Story play set was coming out...but was exremely dissapointed to learn that they turned into a "space" gimmick. Why not just have the characters completing missions in Bonnie's room, with various segments of "fantasy play" (in Bonnie's imagination)? Instead, they just made the whole play set a play sequence.
Also, the fact that there isn't a WIR play set is really lame..

[Peanut]

Wreck-It-Ralph is lame.

Also, lol at "technical limitations" meaning they can only put out play sets that are on the disc. Noooooo sh*t. You've already paid for everything they put in the game, you just need to buy their sh*t toys to open the invisible lock, essentially paying for what you already own.

[Zulithe]

Right now Toysrus.com has Disney Infinity at buy one get one 50% off- Don't know about in-store, but online it's advertised that way- I think through 8/24... So hurry!

target has buy 2 get 1 free... if it hasn't started yet it does next week ... but i have all but 2 so it's useless for me.

[Cowabunga Carl]

You could be nice and send me the free figure you don't need ;-)

[Donatello19]

Wreck-It-Ralph is lame.

K, that's your opinion...and you don't have to state it EVERY TIME someone mentions the movie.

[Cowabunga Carl]

Wait, you mean every time some says they like something and you don't you don't have to say how bad or stupid you think it is? ... You miss the irony of this I'm sure.

[Julio]

I was going to get this, but I read how awful the PS3 turned out to be. I heard that stores were overstocking to meet demand, but maybe that just bull to me. They aren't selling very well perhaps.

[sdp]

What exactly do I need to play this game?

The first game is free to download on the Wii U since I guess you need the figures anyway to play it. I wanted that Wreck it Ralph figure anyway so if I can play the game with only that figure that would make it even more worthwhile of a purchase...But I'm not sure if only one figure could unlock anything in the game.

Or what figures are compatible with the first game? I'd buy Aladdin, Jazmin, Lion King, Donald Duck figures but I think those are for the second game.

[Donatello19]

What exactly do I need to play this game?

The first game is free to download on the Wii U since I guess you need the figures anyway to play it. I wanted that Wreck it Ralph figure anyway so if I can play the game with only that figure that would make it even more worthwhile of a purchase...But I'm not sure if only one figure could unlock anything in the game.

Or what figures are compatible with the first game? I'd buy Aladdin, Jazmin, Lion King, Donald Duck figures but I think those are for the second game.

To play the game you need the game itself (obviously) an Infinity Base, which can be found in the 1.0 starter pack, the 2.0 Marvel starter pack, or the 2.0 Toy Box starter pack. You need at least one figure to play the game too, and each starter pack includes some.

1.0 characters and power discs can be used in both games, and 2.0 characters and power discs can only be used in 2.0. Aladdin, Jasmine and Donald Duck are 2.0 figures and can't be used in 1.0, and there currently aren't any Lion King characters.

Hope that helped :)

[Netkeeper]

What are power discs?

I went to Gamestop with the intention of buying that Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey figure so I could play my free download of the first game, but the guy behind the counter said I needed another thing to play, and the starter sets INCLUDE the game, which I already have downloaded, so I don't want to shell out 70 dollars for it. I just want the figure and the base thing. How do I get that? I just want one figure to start because it's cheapest.

EDIT: Also, the first game's base works with both, right? Does the base work with every console, or do I have to find one specific for the Wii U?

[oldmanwinters]

What are power discs?

I went to Gamestop with the intention of buying that Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey figure so I could play my free download of the first game, but the guy behind the counter said I needed another thing to play, and the starter sets INCLUDE the game, which I already have downloaded, so I don't want to shell out 70 dollars for it. I just want the figure and the base thing. How do I get that? I just want one figure to start because it's cheapest.

EDIT: Also, the first game's base works with both, right? Does the base work with every console, or do I have to find one specific for the Wii U?

Disney Infinity is definitely designed as a money pit. I picked up a 2nd hand game & start kit with a carry case for around $15 last year, so I thought that was a pretty good deal. I haven't really used it much beyond the Incredibles playset... really wish I could use Elastigirl, Dash, or Violet instead of just Mr. I.

As far as tracking down start kit figures, try pawn shops or other 2nd hand stores; they tend to sell some of the original base figures for about $10 a piece where I live. Also, in addition to actual figures, the "playsets" come with little clear statues that kind of look like chess pieces. There's a 3-in-1 that comes with the original starter kit, and supplementary playsets come with their own statue.

I *think* the base may be interchangeable. They all seem to connect via USB ports.

What exactly do I need to play this game?

The first game is free to download on the Wii U since I guess you need the figures anyway to play it. I wanted that Wreck it Ralph figure anyway so if I can play the game with only that figure that would make it even more worthwhile of a purchase...But I'm not sure if only one figure could unlock anything in the game.

Or what figures are compatible with the first game? I'd buy Aladdin, Jazmin, Lion King, Donald Duck figures but I think those are for the second game.

Here's the official site's compatibility listing:
https://infinity.disney.com/compatibility

I don't intend on getting the 2.0 set, but it's too bad the Aladdin figures are only built for the "toy room" instead of having their own playset. I love the Aladdin universe.

[Netkeeper]

Disney Infinity is definitely designed as a money pit. I picked up a 2nd hand game & start kit with a carry case for around $15 last year, so I thought that was a pretty good deal. I haven't really used it much beyond the Incredibles playset... really wish I could use Elastigirl, Dash, or Violet instead of just Mr. I.

As far as tracking down start kit figures, try pawn shops or other 2nd hand stores; they tend to sell some of the original base figures for about $10 a piece where I live. Also, in addition to actual figures, the "playsets" come with little clear statues that kind of look like chess pieces. There's a 3-in-1 that comes with the original starter kit, and supplementary playsets come with their own statue.

I *think* the base may be interchangeable. They all seem to connect via USB ports.
I... don't really understand what you're trying to say here. What are power discs? Where do I get the base? Which one should I get if I want it to be compatible with both the original and 2.0? And now there's a statue thing? What's that for, and is it required?

I really want to play this, but I don't see any directions on what I'm supposed to get. I'm not getting the starter set because that contains the game too, which I downloaded for free, so it'd be a waste of money.

[oldmanwinters]

I... don't really understand what you're trying to say here. What are power discs? Where do I get the base? Which one should I get if I want it to be compatible with both the original and 2.0? And now there's a statue thing? What's that for, and is it required?

I really want to play this, but I don't see any directions on what I'm supposed to get. I'm not getting the starter set because that contains the game too, which I downloaded for free, so it'd be a waste of money.

Hmm... maybe this picture will help:
http://rockinmama.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Disney-Infinity-Starter-Kit-1024x718.jpg

The 1.0 starter kit came with three figures, each granting the main playable character for the original three "playsets." But in order to load a playset, you have to use that clear plastic statue (pictured) on the misshapen hexagram shape on the base. The figures (up to two at a time) are placed on the circles on the base. The power discs are always optional, and apparently there are a ton of them. Most of them seem to unlock some kind of special feature in toybox mode or else grant some extra power to the character in use.

[Netkeeper]

So I need the base, the crystal, and a figure? What's the card for? I've never seen it before.

[sdp]

I need a base? Why can't I use the NFC on the wii game pad, **** it I'm not buying a starter pack. I might still buy that Wreck it Ralph figure though.

[Brodie]

Because not every console has NFC capability?

You don't NEED the crystal, thats for missions. If you just want toy box, thats in the game. If you were just getting Sorcerer Mickey, you don't need a crystal, considering he ONLY works in Toybox mode.

As for the base, check gamesters for their used sections. They take them on trade, as I've sold them my 1.0 base. So it'll be cheaper to buy it that way.

[Netkeeper]

Oh, excellent! Thank you! I mostly wanted Mickey to start with and to branch out for more later, but it's good to know what that thing is actually for.

[sdp]

Because not every console has NFC capability?

Well other consoles could use the portal and have just made it easier for Wii owners making it optional, but I guess I forgot the figures have to stay on the "portal" to play like Skylanders? If that's the case then yeah it's not as easy. Still disappointed about that though.


As for the base, check gamesters for their used sections. They take them on trade, as I've sold them my 1.0 base. So it'll be cheaper to buy it that way.
I don't live in the States so buying a 1.0 base is probably more expensive that it's worth it for a game I'm not really interested. I just wanted to buy a Wreck it Ralph Disney Infinity toy and remembered the game was free on the Wii U so thought I might be able to play the game along witht he figure but I see that's not the case, I might still buy the Ralph figure though.

[Falconhood]

Aha! I see there IS a thread JUSt for this awesome game.
So, is everyone stoked about the new STAR WARS stuff coming in 3.0???
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtMB40828mE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KpC_H2e8DY

[TigerClaw]

Here's the trailer for the Star Wars: The Force Awakens Play Set for Disney Infinity 3.0

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[Freeman]

I got the 3.0 version with the star wars playset and when you start playing there are missions that you unlock only if you actually HAVE certain figure, wich leaves you with like 20% of the game if you only have one character.

Big-bangly disapointed. Figures are very nice, but it's designed for kids who get gift for Christmas, AND thanksgiving, AND haloween, AND birthday, AND brothers' birthday, AND good marks, AND winning a baseball game, AND...

[Falconhood]

I got the 3.0 version with the star wars playset and when you start playing there are missions that you unlock only if you actually HAVE certain figure, wich leaves you with like 20% of the game if you only have one character.

Big-bangly disapointed. Figures are very nice, but it's designed for kids who get gift for Christmas, AND thanksgiving, AND haloween, AND birthday, AND brothers' birthday, AND good marks, AND winning a baseball game, AND...
I played almost all of the Twilight of the Republic playset with just Ahsoka.
Anyways, look what was on the pegs that I got
Disney Infinity Star Wars The Force Awakens Poe Dameron
http://farm1.staticflickr.com/619/23572302325_5b4a7ee5e7_z.jpg (http://flic.kr/p/BV1deB)Got some Disney Infinity Star Wars figures today (http://flic.kr/p/BV1deB) by Tsak Knight (http://www.flickr.com/photos/106032125@N05/), on Flickr
Disney Infinity Star Wars LIGHT FX Obi-Wan Kenobi
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5639/22945234933_2326fffcb7_z.jpg (http://flic.kr/p/AXAjWR)Got some Disney Infinity Star Wars figures today (http://flic.kr/p/AXAjWR) by Tsak Knight (http://www.flickr.com/photos/106032125@N05/), on Flickr
Disney Infinity Star Wars LIGHT FX Luke Skywalker
http://farm1.staticflickr.com/695/23489882701_afd4f26408_z.jpg (http://flic.kr/p/BMHMKB)Got some Disney Infinity Star Wars figures today (http://flic.kr/p/BMHMKB) by Tsak Knight (http://www.flickr.com/photos/106032125@N05/), on Flickr
Disney Infinity Star Wars LIGHT FX Yoda
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[TigerClaw]

Disney has cancelled Disney Infinity, and will no longer Self-Publish games.
http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/05/10/disney-cancels-infinity-no-longer-self-publishing-games

[raph27]

Never played DI. Sad for those who played it I guess. I'm hoping this means Marvel, Star Wars, and other Disney stuff in Lego Dimensions.

[TigerClaw]

Never played DI. Sad for those who played it I guess. I'm hoping this means Marvel, Star Wars, and other Disney stuff in Lego Dimensions.
Disney is no longer self-publishing games, so they will just license there properties to other game companies.

[oldmanwinters]

Turns out the line wasn't "Infinite" after all!

I really like the art style of the figures, and I've had fun the few sets I've bought second hand at a big discount, but it's not something I've invested a ton of interest or effort into. Flying around New York as Ironman and Thor was pretty fun, but most characters play more-or-less the same, the missions are kinda bland, and the online ToyBox feature never ran as smooth as I expected on my Wii U.

[raph27]

Disney is no longer self-publishing games, so they will just license there properties to other game companies.

Yes...like licensing their properties to TT Games.