Disney Speedstorm is a kart racing game that features characters from various Disney and Pixar movies, such as Toy Story, Beauty and the Beast, and Monsters Inc. The game was developed by Gameloft Barcelona and published by Gameloft. It was released in Early Access on April 18, 2023, for Switch, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC. The game will officially launch as a free-to-play title on September 28, 2023.
The game offers both competitive and co-op modes, where players can race against each other or team up to complete challenges. The game also has a customization system, where players can unlock and purchase different costumes, karts, and power-ups for their racers. The game has tracks based on the worlds of the Disney and Pixar films, such as Andy’s Room, Beast’s Castle, and Monstropolis.
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