# Castle of Illusion

> Starring Mickey Mouse

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id646489967](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id646489967)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id646489967`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Disney
- **Category:** Adventure
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (3,020 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.5
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-06
- **First published:** 2013-11-21
- **Size:** 529 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/castle-of-illusion/id646489967)
- **Website:** [http://games.disney.com/castle-of-illusion-starring-mickey-mouse-app](http://games.disney.com/castle-of-illusion-starring-mickey-mouse-app)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://corporate.disney.go.com/corporate/pp\_wdig.html](http://corporate.disney.go.com/corporate/pp_wdig.html)

## Description

Castle of Illusion brings Mickey Mouse into a magical Disney adventure with all-new HD visuals and classic-stage action. Play through five enchanting worlds, navigate challenging mazes, and defeat Mizrabel’s minions to rescue Minnie. 

Complete hidden challenges to customize Mickey with classic costumes, delivering nostalgia alongside modern gameplay. Optimized for mobile devices, this family-friendly platformer blends timeless charm with contemporary visuals for players of all ages.

## Rankings

- #35,446 — Overall

## Review summary

Castle of Illusion is beloved for nostalgia and a well-crafted remake with a strong story and challenging gameplay. Repeated praise centers on its enduring charm, visuals, and atmosphere. Common drawbacks include missing controller support, inconsistent save/checkpoint mechanics, occasional control bugs, and perceived difficulty balance issues. Overall, it remains a nostalgic, engaging title with room for polish on controls and progression.

### Pros

- Nostalgia and childhood attachment; players have fond memories and stay engaged for years.
- The remake is fun and faithful, with strong storytelling and improved visuals.
- Engaging storyline, level design, music, and Easter eggs; the game provides a rich, adventurous experience.
- Challenging yet rewarding gameplay that keeps players motivated.

### Cons

- Lack of controller support / controller compatibility needs improvement.
- Checkpoint/save-system leads to progress loss; saves are spaced far apart.
- Occasional control bugs, especially during boss segments (e.g., jump issues) affecting playability.
- Difficulty balance can feel unfair at times, with some players asking for more lives or easier checkpoints.

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