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[Saint Anima]

Maybe, regardless it isn't Xbox One exclusive so it isn't part of the 15.

Wouldn't it still be considered an "Xbox exclusive", regardless? It's different from, say, having this game on Xbox One and PC.

 

[Baron von Loathsome]

Over 25 songs? Try not to strain yourself Harmonix.

From the looks of it, they're trying to create visually distinct levels for each song. The same idea was, in part, what got Guitar Hero 7 canned, so 25 seems reasonable.

 

[Acheteedo]

PS4 does have Move, you know.

 

[Interfectum]

cant wait for the on-stage demo

 

[peanutbutterlatte]

Welp.

The information is double welp. Too bad they couldn't stick with what Fantasia is actually about, that just makes me think less of the developers.

Yeah after Beatles: Rock Band, which is probably one of the most respectful and dedicated licensed titles I've played, I expected more from them. As I say, could still be great, but we'll see. The info so far doesn't sound very encouraging.

 

[Pound_lb003]

I guess in my heart of hearts I was kind of hoping for a platformer.

A fantasia platformer, with a slightly retro art style. I am just so deflated. I got myself way too excited at the name.

Even if they'd nailed the art direction, I'd have been on board.

 

[I Wanna Be The Guy]

I had the Fantasia game for the Mega Drive back in the day. It was awful. Which believe it or not was kinda surprising because of the general quality of Mickey Mouse games back then.

 

[peanutbutterlatte]

The Fantasia level in KH3D is pretty well done at least. I actually played the game solely to get to that level.

 

[DemonNite]

is this the real life

 

[dejay]

Dance Central was great. This looks...well I don't know how it looks.

bohemian rhapsody ? How does this work ?

You know, a little high, little low. Basically, any way the wind blows.

 

[Neko Mimi Mode]

Edit; yeah Ryse, though technically it wasn't at the reveal.

Wouldn't it still be considered an "Xbox exclusive", regardless? It's different from, say, having this game on Xbox One and PC.

The 15 aren't Xbox exclusives, they are Xbox One exclusives, this is why we discount this and Fable HDmake.

 

[mclem]

Well, there's still 25 million of them out there, plus every One will come with the Kinect.

...but isn't backwards compatible. Probably more likely to be One than 360.

 

[RobotRocker]

It depends what songs they are. I mean if they're actually sticking to the Fantasia name, you'll have epic 10 minute orchestral arrangements from Tchaikovsky and the like.

True. I wouldn't be shocked if their rationale for the likes of Bohemian Rhapsody were also playing around with the idea of having some "Modern Classics" that have a good length to them to appeal to a bit more broad audience while also having the classic, classics.

Harmonix have a good bit of taste at least. So I don't really expect them to go wrong on the song selection or staying true to the source material though I somewhat see it as a game that might look better when we see it in motion instead of stills at the minute.

 

[dose]

- More than 25 songs

26 then.

 

[Zonic]

Found some more images:

Site has the article down, but can still be viewed via Google Cache.

 

[Deadceptor]

I have a USA Today in my hands right now and this is both real and a Kinect game. It's coming out for 360 and Xbone next year.

Other details:
-You are the new sorcerer's apprentice
- Kinect puts your silhouette on the screen
- "By reaching out towards the screen, you transform the objects you linger on"
- More than 25 songs
- Bohemian Rhapsody is one of them, has three different versions: original, orchestral, and 80's heavy metal ballad
- Apparently you can customize mixes and share them with others?

Umm...so...uh okay? Mickey Mouse jamming with Queen, what kind of drugs are they using? I'm glad they still have 2 other games in the works.

 

[Tnetennba]

It depends what songs they are. I mean if they're actually sticking to the Fantasia name, you'll have epic 10 minute orchestral arrangements from Tchaikovsky and the like.

If they do that then I wouldn't have a problem with it, but I'd suspect if they're using 3 versions of Bohemian Rhapsody then that's not path they're going down. Happy to be proven wrong though.

From the looks of it, they're trying to create visually distinct levels for each song. The same idea was, in part, what got Guitar Hero 7 canned, so 25 seems reasonable.

Beatles Rock Band did this and that was far and away my favourite thing they've made to date so I can see why that would work, especially in this case. I'm just hoping they aren't including just 25 songs and then a few variations on each. Either way it'll probably be pumped full of DLC before long so it isn't that big a concern.

 

[CrunchinJelly]

This looks weird.

Disney Interactive are a strange thing right now.

 

[Cartman86]

Could be a new version of Fantasia and that is why it looks different. There was a Fantasia 2000. Fantasia has always looked obscure to me. Even in the same movie aesthetics would change. Adapt to the new medium at hand etc.

 

[Spierek]

I was genuinely interested until "Kinect". Goddamnit.

 

[Linkified]

Welp.

The information is double welp. Too bad they couldn't stick with what Fantasia is actually about, that just makes me think less of the developers.

Too bad TWDC doesn't have any reverence for Old Disney stuff outside of Princesses and Mickey though....it shouldn't make you think less of the developers it should make you think less of Disney though.

 

[Mpl90]

All the excitement...gone ;_;

 

[peanutbutterlatte]

Too bad TWDC doesn't have any reverence for Old Disney stuff outside of Princesses and Mickey though....it shouldn't make you think less of the developers it should make you think less of Disney though.

Yeah, as a Disney fan, it's just plain depressing.

 

[Officerrob]

I was genuinely interested until "Kinect". Goddamnit.

Not that this sounds very much like Fantastia right now, but a true Fantastia experience sounds exactly like a Kinect game

 

[ThisWreckage]

I can almost guarantee you this will be a part of Microsoft's conference.

 

[Brinbe]

I'll wait till I actually see it to reserve judgment, seems like it's right in Harmonix's wheelhouse though.

 

[toymachine]

http://www.polygon.com/2013/6/4/4384732/harmonix-fantasia-music-evolved-announcement

 

[Dantis]

Darn.

And do the disappointing Xbone announcements begin.

 

[Mihael Mello Keehl]

I guess they just using the name..cause thats not how a real fantasia game would look, kinect or not.

 

[Baron von Loathsome]

Beatles Rock Band did this and that was far and away my favourite thing they've made to date so I can see why that would work, especially in this case. I'm just hoping they aren't including just 25 songs and then a few variations on each. Either way it'll probably be pumped full of DLC before long so it isn't that big a concern.

Good point. In that case, I can't wait for the inevitable Foo Fighters DLC.

 

[Schobeleth]

https://twitter.com/FantasiaGame

Interesting. I love Disney stuff, so if this is done well it might be a title to make me want an Xbone, but those DRM policies.. no. But Disney.. hmmm

 

[Father_Brain]

Big budget? Lol

Based on the level of detail in the shots, each song likely having its own stage, and the stages transforming as you play, I'd say it probably has a decent budget behind it, yes.

 

[Quentyn]

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

 

[Sadist]

I can't wait for the live demo next monday.

Don't give me that. You know it's going to happen.

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

Oh dear

 

[Mpl90]

http://www.polygon.com/2013/6/4/4384732/harmonix-fantasia-music-evolved-announcement

Within each environment is a number of songs, which range from Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' to Bruno Mars' 'Locked out of Heaven'. At launch, the game will feature tracks from more than 25 musicians, each featuring two unique remixes in addition to the original recording. The other three songs that have been announced include Avicii's 'Levels', Fun's 'Some Nights' and Kimbra's 'Settle Down'.

Bruno Mars in a Fantasia Game?!?
...BRUNO MARS IN A FANTASIA GAME?!?!??!

 

[Brinbe]

omg, that trailer... baahahahahaha

 

[megalowho]

I'd have to see more of this in motion, but the screens don't exactly scream Fantasia or Disney animators to me at all. And modern rock music.. hmm. Fantasia is a unique property that doesn't come around often, hope Harmonix is up to the task of handling that legacy.

Edit: Just saw the trailer. So I take it no George Gershwin, then?

 

[Officerrob]

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

Yeah, that's not the Fantasia I'm looking for. I wonder why this is being announced now?

 

[Alx]

I was genuinely interested until "Kinect". Goddamnit.

What did you expect exactly ? Fantasia is mostly about conducting an orchestra.
Which is a nice idea by the way, but I'm not sure it can carry a whole game. I would have expected a Disney-themed game with a Fantasia minigame among others. Most people like to pretend conducting some music, but won't spend hours doing so, unlike dancing or playing an instrument.

 

[Spierek]

Bruno Mars, Kimbra and Avicii. Also, they didn't show anything that looked like Fantasia, at all.

Hype has just plunged below sea level.

 

[Empty]

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

what the fuck

 

[CrunchinJelly]

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

What did I just watch? It seems like there might be an interesting game in there somewhere but that was a terrible trailer.

 

[Baron von Loathsome]

Oh crap, that Foo Fighters comment was a joke. They're seriously going for pop hits?

 

[Grecco]

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq0_dGKx4Os

Lol at this trailer. Just wow. Its pretty bad. Wheres the Disney?

 

[Grizzlyjin]

What the fuck...

That trailer is about to top the Usher "We have no games" gif

 

[JonathanEx]

/Polygon article: http://www.polygon.com/2013/6/4/4384732/harmonix-fantasia-music-evolved-announcement

 

[Kid Ska]

Damn. A Fantasia rhythm game with the right aesthetics could have been pretty great.

EDIT: and not on Kinect.

 

[CrunchinJelly]

Announce a Fantasia game with no Fantasia music?

That's one approach.

 

[Murrah]

Bruno Mars in my Fantasia, finally

 

[8bit]

Well, that does not look good. Gesture based rhythm fumbler? No thanks.