Oh, those pesky Minions have taken over the office copy machine and you can upload your own photo to see the Minions giggling at your scarily scanned mug.

If you wish to play around with the Minions Making Copies, go here … then take/upload a photo and share your video on facebook, twitter or via email.

We’ll start this Minion Monday off with the “Minion Maker.” You can personalize your own Minion and share your creation with others. For you soccer fans, currently the wardrobe includes football uniforms coinciding with the World Cup.

Below is the Minion my 9-year-old cranked out:

The first official trailer for a video game adaptation of DreamWorks Animation’s Megamind film was shown during the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo. Shown below is “Megamind: Ultimate Showdown” for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 — one of several games based on the upcoming movie starring Will Ferrell and Brad Pitt to be hitting gaming consoles and handhelds this Fall.

Will it be a Mega-flop like most movie video game tie-ins, or will it live up to its “Bad. Blue. Brilliant.” tagline? We’ll keep an eye out.

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Jun 15, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) – THQ Inc. announced today that a slate of video games based on DreamWorks’ Megamind(TM), the forthcoming feature film from DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc., are currently in development for the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment system, PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) system, Wii(TM) and Nintendo DS(TM).

Scheduled to release this November in conjunction with the feature film’s release on November 5th, the video games will extend the film’s supervillain-turned-superhero storyline with new characters, environments and twists, giving players the chance to experience the comical and over-the-top adventures of the Megamind universe right in their own living room. Three unique gameplay experiences are being designed: The Xbox 360 and PlayStation3 games will deliver a social and interactive experience with two-player cooperative play; the Wii game will provide mega team party style fun with a multi-player, competitive experience; and the Nintendo DS and PSP games will present players with an entertaining, on-the-go, solo-style functionality. The games will also feature the voice of actor Jonah Hill (Megamind, Get Him to the Greek, Superbad), who will reprise his role from the film.

“We have an incredible relationship with DreamWorks Animation and worked closely with them on the development of the video games to explore fun and creative ways to approach the storyline and evolve the characters in Megamind,” said Martin Good, Executive Vice President of Kids, Family, Casual Games and Online Global Services, THQ. “These new games will extend the movie experience for fans by presenting gamers of all ages with high-energy, multi-faceted gameplay that immerses them into the humorous world of this new superhero property.”

“We’re extremely excited to kick off our new collaboration with THQ on the Megamind game,” added Kerry Phelan, Head of Worldwide Consumer Products, DreamWorks Animation. “We’re very impressed with how the THQ team got so immersed into the world of Megamind and translated our film in so many new and exciting ways into the interactive game space.”

About the Video Games

Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3: In this two-player cooperative action-adventure game, a sudden crime wave has hit the city, calling Megamind into action. As Megamind, players must defend the city after his untested and unstable inventions are stolen by a group of new enemies called “The Doom Syndicate”. To defeat these vile villains, players will have to operate a variety of Mega-Gadgets, including Tesla Gloves, the Battlesuit and Sticky Boots, as well as build ingenious inventions such as the Mega Essence Tracker and the Bio Essence Neutralizer. The game also offers six side mission mini-games and cooperative play with one of Megamind’s trusty Brainbots.

Wii: In this classic brawler game, players can choose from up to nine characters from the film and beyond to form a four-player “Mega Squad”. The extensive multiplayer campaign includes Competitive, Cooperative and team-based gameplay modes. In addition, artificial intelligence (AI) players can be used to keep the four-player action challenging and fun!

Nintendo DS and PSP: In this on-the-go mega-adventure game, players set out as Megamind, using an arsenal of blasters to smash and blast their way through enemies. Players can switch blasters on a whim in order to put an end to the city’s crime wave.

For more information on this game, please visit www.megamindvideogame.com, www.themegamindvideogame.com, or www.thq.com.

About DreamWorks Animation SKG

DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series, live entertainment properties and online virtual worlds, meant for audiences around the world. The Company has world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. DreamWorks Animation has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE(R) Magazine for two consecutive years. In 2010, DreamWorks Animation ranks #6 on the list. All of DreamWorks Animation’s feature films are now being produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 20 animated feature films, including the franchise properties of Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train Your Dragon. DreamWorks Animation’s next feature film is Megamind, scheduled to be released in 3D on November 5, 2010.

About THQ

THQ Inc. /quotes/comstock/15*!thqi/quotes/nls/thqi (THQI 5.04, +0.13, +2.65%) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company develops its products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. Headquartered in Los Angeles County, California, THQ sells product through its global network of offices located throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com. THQ and the THQ logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.

DreamWorks Megamind: Bad. Blue. Brilliant. (TM) & (C) 2010 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C.

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BURBANK, Calif. – (June 14, 2010) – Disney Interactive Studios today announced that Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales is revving its engine for an exclusive Wii™ release this fall. A follow up to last year’s hit, Toy Story Mania! also on Wii, Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales is part of the Mania! line of games, featuring fast-paced, multiplayer, family fun. This captivating game is as fun to watch as it is to play and will engage up to four players of all ages.

Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales will feature a large collection of pick-up-and-play games inspired by Disney•Pixar’s popular Mater’s Tall Tales animated short series. The game will bring Mater together with Lightning McQueen and the “Cars” gang for a new set of adventures, capturing the endearing sense of humor of everyone’s favorite tow truck. Players will join Mater and his pals as they relive the wild stories he conjures up about hilariously unpredictable events that may or may not have taken place.

“Fans of Mater’s Tall Tales and families everywhere who enjoy in-home multiplayer gaming will love this latest entry in the ’Cars’ entertainment franchise and Mania! brand,” said Craig Relyea, senior vice president of global marketing, Disney Interactive Studios. “With Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales, we want to convey the outrageous personality and vivid imagination of Mater and his tall tales set within the Mania! style gameplay of engaging, fast-paced, family fun.”

Designed to keep family and friends entertained for hours, Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales will feature more than 30 levels of play involving a variety of cooperative and competitive mini-games, designed to fully utilize the Wii controls. Offering a large collection of games that will get everyone in the living room off of the couch, players can experience death-defying stunts in “Mater the Greater,” run with the bulls in “El Materdor” or appreciate the heroism of a fire truck in “Rescue Squad Mater.”

Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales for Wii will allow family and friends to experience Mater’s Tall Tales with a Mania! twist. The Mania! franchise, hosted by beloved characters, provides accessible and frenzied pick-up-and-play experiences to be enjoyed by everyone in the living room. With up to four players at once, Mania! video games reward competitiveness and cooperative play among players and features immersive storytelling experiences that are appropriate for all ages.

Cars Toon: Mater’s Tall Tales will be available exclusively for Wii this fall. For more information, visit: http://www.disney.com/carsvideogames.

About Disney Interactive Studios
Disney Interactive Studios, part of Disney Interactive Media Group, is the interactive entertainment affiliate of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS). Disney Interactive Studios self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide. The company also licenses properties and works directly with other interactive game publishers to bring products for all ages to market. Disney Interactive Studios is based in Glendale, California, and has internal development studios around the world. For more information, log on to http://www.disneyinteractivestudios.com.

About Pixar Animation Studios
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. Creator of some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Ratatouille, WALL•E and most recently, Up. The Northern California studio has won 24 Academy Awards® and its ten films have grossed more than $5 billion at the worldwide box office to date. The next film release from Disney•Pixar is Toy Story 3 (June 18, 2010).

The instructions for “Work It!” are simple, just click on a Minion, then click on its matching ‘silhouette’ to put the little bugger back in its place. No biggie. (Or so I though after round 1). Round 2 was a bit more challenging and by the time I finally got through round 3, I had already slid down from my computer chair and cried tiny puddles of  despicable failure.

But all jokes aside — really, I was joking about crying. WHAT!? I was!! — Work It! is a nice little game that actually rewards players with much needed time bonuses for subsequent rounds based on your previous performance. I even landed a cool Minion desktop wallpaper for my complete mastery last second desperation mouse click on round 3. Who knows what other cool prizes are to be had later in the game, because I’m hilariously confused by all the distractions in round 4.

I will get back on that horse, but for now I need to walk away, let off some steam, regain focus, down a glass of raw eggs, etc.

Do yourself a favor and go try out this great, challenging game

A platfomer-style game starring the diminutive Despicable Me Minions will be invading the iPhone and iPod touch on June 28, followed by an iPad version on July 7.

Supporting Universal Studios’ upcoming summer smash, Despicable Me, Namco’s Despicable Me: Minion Mania is an addictive puzzle adventure game that invites players to become one of the world’s greatest super villains through 20 stages of non-stop entertainment. Specifically, players command an army of Gru’s tireless Minions through his top secret laboratory training them for his next big heist. Gru’s gadgets are employed in creative combinations to assist with the completion of each mission.

While the full game will debut at the end of the month, Namco has made a free “Lite” version available for fans to sample the villainous video game before upgrading to the full version.

Source(s):
MobileTechReview

In the real world, today marks the 94th Indianapolis 500 — one of auto racing’s greatest spectacles. In the virtual world, Disney/Pixar offers up an online outlet for children of all ages to release their inner-Andretti with “The World of Cars Online.”

World of Cars Online is a virtual world based on the hit Disney/Pixar animated feature CARS. Get ready for a high-octane ride full of fun and adventure where YOU are the Car. Design your car, play games, and make new friends. Learn to race like a pro from Lightning McQueen or cruise around and tip tractors. Why? Because you can! Now’s your chance to hang in the Cars world – it’s free to play but access to special features requires a subscription.

The first order of business prior to entering Radiator Springs is to create your car. Players can choose gender, eye color, model, name, number and color. The initial customization options are fairly limited, but when The World of Cars Online moves from open beta to an official release, many in-game items can be had within the “body shop” in exchange for money earned during gameplay. And speaking of gameplay … what exactly goes on in this world of muscle cars and slick speedsters you ask? Well, racing, of course, is the focal point. However, players can take part in missions such as finding and gathering certain items at the request of characters, the ultra-fun practice of “tractor-tipping,” and the ability to chat via keyboard with other players.

During the time myself and my little guy spent with “World of Cars,” I must say that we had a blast. The Cars license lends itself very well to being an effective online community. As mentioned though, the full experience will not be made available during its beta stage. But those parents who choose to fork over $5.95/mo. for “sponsorship” will have access to many accessories and privileges once the full release hits. (as well as a few exclusives during beta). For more info about sponsorship, go here. But for now, gas up and hit the road. Just stay outta my way!

What’s a hit movie without a lackluster video game accompanying it? It has been commonplace for film properties to branch out in numerous entertainment avenues to capitalize on the popularity of their box office presence. Unfortunately, you could probably count on one hand three fingers how many movie-to-video game translations have actually been successful. Toy Story 3 will no doubt be a smash hit film for the ages. But what about Toy Story 3: The Video Game? Can Pixar and game developer, Avalanche, make a worthy enough interactive companion? Or will it just fall by the wayside like so many other failed attempts at capturing movie magic in the video game world?

Here are a few behind-the-scenes vignettes detailing the production process and creative energy put forth in trying to make Toy Story 3: The Video Game a viable family entertainment option. The most promising aspect of TS3TVG is an open-environment “Toy Box Mode.” Learn more about this customizable experience from the team behind the game.

Introduction to Toy Story 3: The Video Game

Toy Story 3: The Video Game – Into the Toy Box

Making the Game Pixar Perfect

Game developer Media Molecule has announced downloadable content featuring Disney-Pixar’s The Incredibles for their critically acclaimed LittleBigPlanet title for the PS3. The customizable platformer video game will showcase a slew of goodies inspired by the film, including level items and costumes.

Coming soon to the LittleBigStore, a costume mega-pack inspired by the Disney/Pixar animated feature, The Incredibles. This huge pack features NINE costumes: all of the Incredibles family, their allies Frozone  and Edna Mode, and their nemesis, Syndrome.

Also hitting the LittleBigStore at the same time, The Incredibles Level Kit, featuring a Gallery Level filled with memorable landmarks from The Incredibles, prize bubbles containing all the materials used to make it, and masses of other collectables…

The downloadable items can be purchased from the PlayStation Store beginning April 8, 2010.

• The Incredibles Level Kit – $4.99
• The Incredibles Costume Kit – $5.99
• The Incredibles Costume – $1.99
• Mr Incredible (Retro) Costume – $1.99
• Frozone Costume – $1.99
• Edna Mode Costume – $1.99
• Syndrome Costume – $1.99

Source(s):
The Incredibles Are Coming to LittleBigPlanet [LittleBigPlanet]