The New Home for an Old Mickey Mouse

On January 1, 2024, the earliest version of Mickey Mouse entered the public domain. In a surprising twist, Nightmare Forge Games announced Infestation 88, a co-op survival horror game featuring a spooky and twisted version of the beloved character. The game is set to release on Steam later this year as an Early Access title, allowing players to experience a dark and eerie reimagination of Mickey Mouse in 1988.

Steamboat Willie’s Mickey Mouse may now be in the public domain, but legal experts predict that Disney will fiercely protect newer iterations of the iconic character. Despite this, Infestation 88 presents a unique take on Mickey Mouse, along with a host of other classic characters and urban legends, promising an experience full of excitement and fear.

Infestation 88 will feature a variety of unique locations for players to explore, each with its own mysterious infestation to uncover. Players will delve into the origins of each infestation and face off against twisted versions of classic characters, including Mickey Mouse. The game promises an immersive and thrilling experience for 1-4 players.

Infestation 88 will offer both private and public lobbies, as well as proximity-based and standard voice chat, to enhance the cooperative gameplay experience. Additionally, the game supports Nvidia DLSS for stunning visuals without compromising performance. With randomized items and a progression system featuring experience, skins, perks, and more, Infestation 88 promises to keep players engaged and coming back for more.

For more details on Infestation 88, visit the game’s Steam page for updates and additional information.