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The Toys Are Back in Town – New Toy Story App Available

April 29, 2013 by Erin B Leave a Comment

Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the gang embark on exciting new adventures in the brand new Disney Learning Toy Story: Story Theater app for the iPhone and iPad!

By choosing their setting, character and props, and using their own voice to bring the action to life, Toy Story: Story Theater allows kids ages 3-7 to make their very own animated movies. Simple puppet theater tools make it easy to imagine, re-imagine and play. Best of all, the app is both fun AND educational, introducing early literacy skills through guided and imaginative story play.

Toy Story: Story Theater is now available for $2.99 in the iTunes store.

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Filed Under: Disney & Co, Games, Interactive Studios Tagged With: buzz lightyear, Ipad, iPhone, Jessie, Sheriff Woody, The Walt Disney Company, toy story

Toy Story: Smash It! Game Review

March 6, 2013 by amy Leave a Comment

This weekend my kids and I tested out the new Disney Interactive game, Toy Story: Smash It!

Inspired by the original Disney•Pixar animated classic “Toy Story,” Toy Story: Smash It! lets players blast bricks, bounce balls and beat rainy day boredom alongside Andy’s most beloved toys. Toy Story: Smash It! is a brand-new 3D physics-based puzzler that pulls players right into the world of this most beloved of Disney•Pixar titles. Kidding around is the name of the game, as players help Buzz and the toys beat the boredom of a rainy day by knocking down their alien friends with bouncy balls all over the room!

The game has 60 levels and is broken into sections. In each level, you help Buzz Lightyear aim Pixar balls, balloons or bombs and shoot them to knock down the cute little 3-eyed aliens. It reminded us of an Angry Birds. Knocking down the aliens gets more complicated as you progress and you are given new tools to help as you progress. You also need to hit stars in each level and get a certain number before being allowed to get to the next section of levels.

My kids loved Toy Story: Smash It! It took a bit of time to figure out the best way to aim the balls. But, once they got it, they were hooked. We looked at it together for a while and then I didn’t see them much for the rest of the weekend while they took turns playing. (That’s a bonus for a busy mom!)

Happy gaming!

Amy

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Disney Interactive introduces Toy Story: Smash It! (chipandco.com)

Filed Under: Disney & Co, Games, Interactive Studios, Stuff Tagged With: buzz lightyear, Disney Interactive, iPad ap, Pixar, Toy Story: Smash It!

Burton Snowboards Brings Two Favorite Disney Brands together

December 3, 2012 by guest blogging Leave a Comment

Burton invites you to snowboard with your favorite characters from two of Disney’s most iconic brands – Disney’s the Muppets and Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story through two new exciting product collaborations. Released for Winter 13, riders of all ages will be able to enjoy these two new collections including 2013 Custom Restricted snowboards featuring Disney’s the Muppets characters and 2013 Chopper youth snowboards and outerwear showcasing the Toy Story gang.

Burton’s Custom Restricted snowboard series features the graphics of everyone’s favorite Muppets characters, including Kermit the Frog, The Great Gonzo, Animal, Dr. Teeth and the unforgettable Miss Piggy. Burton Pro Rider Mikkel Bang’s board of choice, the Custom Restricted is a super fun, all-mountain board that floats like a dream in powder but can also hold its own in the park. The boards come in a range of sizes and are available now at select Burton retailers worldwide with a suggested retail price of $529.95.

“The Muppets collab is so cool and I am so stoked on how it came out,” said Mikkel Bang. “I ride the 163 Custom Restricted with Miss Piggy, she is such a babe.”

Kids can take it to infinity and beyond on the mountain this winter with a complete head-to-toe snowboarding setup from the new Disney·Pixar Toy Story collection. Whether kids are Team Woody or Team Buzz Lightyear, there is a board for every grom as each youth-sized Burton Chopper board in the series features a different original graphic from the beloved movie. Even the Aliens and Hamm make a special guest appearance. The collection comes in small sizes that range from 80 cm to 130 cm long. Offering the softest flex possible and lifted edges all the way around, the Chopper allows even the lightest riders to master balance and board control. In addition, the three smallest sizes in the series come complete with grippy foot pads and the Riglet Board Reel accessory, so parents can tow their youngest rippers around until they’re ready for bindings. The limited-edition board series is available now in Burton dealers worldwide for a suggested retail price of $199.95 [Read more...]

Filed Under: Disney & Co, News, Pixar, Stuff Tagged With: buzz lightyear, disney, Great Gonzo, Kermit the Frog, List of Toy Story characters, Miss Piggy, Muppet, Muppets, Piggy, The Walt Disney Company, toy story

Coming to Bluray – Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2

October 31, 2012 by Chip Leave a Comment

From Disney•Pixar, the Award-winning studio behind ‘Toy Story,’ ‘Up’ and ‘WALL•E,’ comes a new collection of short films. Experience the revolutionary animation and unforgettable characters with 12 short films together for the very first time. This must-own collection also features seven rarely screened student films from directors John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton, and Pete Docter. Available on Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital on November 13, “Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2” will delight audiences of all ages.

Short Films Included Are:

BURN•E – BURN•E is a dedicated, hard-working robot that finds himself locked out of his ship and quickly learns that completing a simple task can often be a difficult endeavor. Based on characters from ‘WALL•E.’ (Directed by: Angus MacLane)
Dug’s Special Mission – In this funny short based on the character from ‘Up,’ Dug is sent on a foolish mission by Alpha, Beta and Gamma so that they can hunt for the Bird of Paradise Falls by themselves. Soon Dug discovers that where he belongs is not where he’s been looking. (Directed by: Ronnie del Carmen)

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Filed Under: Disney & Co, Movies, Movies, Pixar, Stuff Tagged With: buzz lightyear, Doug Sweetland, John Lasseter, Peter Sohn, Pixar, Pixar Short Films Collection, toy story, Wall-E, Woody

Do they exisit? Dad Friendly Rides at Disney World

September 30, 2012 by Chip 2 Comments

I’m not sure if any of you moms out there have noticed, but sometimes the Dads walking around the Disney Parks aren’t that excited about going on It’s A Small World or Prince Charming’s Carousel. Of course they go on them because their kids love it, but the excitement factor just isn’t there. They may be longing to ride Space Mountain or Expedition Everest over and over again, but it may be hard to enjoy without the kiddos by your side. But never fear Disney Dads! There are some awesome, must-not-be-missed rides that you can enjoy with your little ones.

5. Pirates of the Caribbean: There is nothing more manly than Pirates. Well maybe Ninjas but unfortunately if there are Ninjas at WDW we can’t see them. Pirates of the Caribbean is the ultimate Daddy ride. Here little ones can snuggle up to daddy since the entire ride is in the dark. On Pirates Dad’s will learn on of the manliest songs ever sung. Yo Ho Yo Ho a Pirates Life for me!

4. Toy Story Mania: What Dad could turn down a chance to play a life-size video game? This 4D interactive attraction combines good ole’ fashion gaming with some addictive midway fun. Parents and kids alike will enjoy joining their favorite Toy Story characters on this fast pace, fun ride. Will you be able to beat your child’s score? Will you have the high score of the day?

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