Disney Twisted-Wonderland

Disney Twisted-Wonderland (ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド, Dizunī Tsuisuteddo Wandārando) is a Japanese mobile game created by Aniplex and Walt Disney Japan. Yana Toboso, creator of Black Butler, is in charge of the original plan, main script, and character design,[1] which are inspired by Disney Villains from various franchises. An official English localization was released on January 20, 2022 in United States and Canada.[2]

Disney Twisted-Wonderland
Developer(s)f4samurai
Publisher(s)
Designer(s)Yana Toboso
Platform(s)Android, iOS
Release
  • JP: March 18, 2020
  • NA: January 20, 2022
Genre(s)Adventure, rhythm
Mode(s)Single-player

Gameplay

The genre of Disney Twisted-Wonderland is described as a "Villains Academy ADV (adventure game)".[3] It is described to have a "basic gameplay system" consisting of three main elements: Lessons, Stories, and Tests.[4]

Twisted Wonderland operates a gacha game model that allows you to obtain new characters to play with through utilizing the in-game currency of Magic Gems.[5] The characters you obtain can be leveled by having them attend "Lessons."[4]. Players are able to test the strength of their characters through tests (available daily), or exams (available periodically).[5] Players place their characters in battle to score points depending on their team's strength. Players then achieve a rank depending on their point score, with higher ranks giving higher rewards.[4]

Plot

Yu, whose name can also be chosen by the player, is summoned to another world by a magic mirror and arrives at the magic training school, Night Ravens College. The main character is taken in by the school's headmaster and becomes acquainted with the school's top students, each in seven different dormitories, while searching for a way home.[6]

Characters

Heartslabyul

The characters in the house are based on the Queen of Hearts and her cards from Alice in Wonderland.[6]

Riddle Rosehearts (リドル・ローズハート, Ridoru Rōzuhāto)
Voiced by: Natsuki Hanae[6]
A 17-year old sophomore and current Housewarden of Heartslabyul, having earned his title in his first week at Night Raven College. His fanatical devotion to the Queen of Hearts' rules - and his ability to enforce them - makes him feared across campus.
He is inspired by the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland.
Ace Trappola (エース・トラッポラ, Ēsu Torappora)
Voiced by: Seiichirō Yamashita[6]
A 16-year old freshman and one of the first friends the game's protagonist made, along with fellow Heartslabyul freshman Deuce. A quick learner with an upbeat personality and a mischievous streak. Since he and Deuce are both Heartslabyul freshmen in the same class, they regard one another with amicable antagonism.
His name is a reference to the ace playing card and the Trappola card game. Among the Heartslabyul cast, he represents the hearts suit.
Deuce Spade (デュース・スペード, Dyūsu Supēdo)
Voiced by: Chiaki Kobayashi[6]
A 16-year old freshman and one of the first friends the game's protagonist made, along with fellow Heartslabyul freshman Ace. An earnest young man who enrolled at Night Raven College with the singular aim of becoming a respectable mage. He tries as hard as he can in his schoolwork, but he can be slow on the uptake, and his grades suffer as a result.
His name is a reference to the deuce playing card and the spades suit.
Trey Clover (トレイ・クローバー, Torei Kurōbā)
Voiced by: Ryōta Suzuki[6]
An18-year old junior and the Vice Housewarden of Heartslabyul. A mild-mannered person, he acts as a parental figure for the dorm's students, and is frequently left to smooth things over when Riddle's strictness gets out of hand.
His name is a reference to the number 3 and the clovers/clubs suit.
Cater Diamond (ケイト・ダイヤモンド, Keito Daiyamondo)
Voiced by: Tatsuyuki Kobayashi[6]
An18-year old junior. Casual and carefree, this expert room-reader is often called on to mediate between others. He's always on top of the latest trends, and has an exhaustive familiarity with social media in all its forms, particularly Magicam (Night Raven College's main social media).
His name is a reference to the number 4 and the diamonds suit.

Savanaclaw

The characters in the house are based on Scar from The Lion King.[7]

Leona Kingscholar (レオナ・キングスカラー, Reona Kingusukarā)
Voiced by: Yūichirō Umehara[7]
A 20-year old junior and Housewarden of Savanaclaw. Perpetually effort-averse, his immense magical ability contrasts with his lazy demeanor. Given his position as the secondborn prince in his homeland, he treats others with an imperious attitude.
He is inspired by Scar from The Lion King.
Jack Howl (ジャック・ハウル, Jakku Hauru)
Voiced by: Taito Ban[7]
A 16-year old freshman. A stern student focused on self-betterment. He's the kind of misfit who hates acting buddy-buddy with others, but still respects the pecking order.
Ruggie Bucchi (ラギー・ブッチ, Ragī Bucchi)
Voiced by: Aoi Ichikawa[7]
A 17-year old sophomore. A long-suffering runt who spends most of his time cleaning up Leona's messes, both literally and figuratively. Raised in a poor environment, he gets downright shameless when it comes to food.
He is inspired by the hyenas Shenzi, Banzai and Ed from The Lion King.

Octavinelle

The characters in the house are based on Ursula and her eels from The Little Mermaid.[8]

Azul Ashengrotto (アズール・アーシェングロット, Azūru Āshengurotto)
Voiced by: Atsushi Tamaru[8]
A 17-year old sophomore and Housewarden of Octavinelle. He runs a café named the Mostro Lounge on campus and makes it a point to gather information in all forms. His benevolent demeanor belies an extremely calculating personality.
He is inspired by Ursula from The Little Mermaid.
Jade Leech (ジェイド・リーチ, Jeido Rīchi)
Voiced by: Wataru Komada[8]
A 17-year old sophomore. Vice Housewarden of Octavinelle and twin brother to Floyd. He is soft-spoken and courteous to everyone he deals with.
He is inspired by the eel Jetsam from The Little Mermaid.
Floyd Leech (フロイド・リーチ, Furoido Rīchi)
Voiced by: Nobuhiko Okamoto[8]
A 17-year old sophomore. Twin brother to Jade. His mood swings make it hard to predict what he'll say or do next. He likes to call others by odd, fish-related pet names (e.g. Goldfish for Riddle).
He is inspired by the eel Flotsam from The Little Mermaid.

Scarabia

The characters in the house are based on Jafar from Aladdin.[9]

Kalim Al-Asim (カリム・アルアジーム, Karimu Aruajīmu)
Voiced by: Kazuki Furuta[9]
A 17-year old sophomore and Housewarden of Scarabia. Born into vast wealth, he is a generous boy who always has a smile on his face. He's grown up with Jamil since a young age, and considers him a brother in all but blood.
He is inspired by the Sultan from Aladdin.
Jamil Viper (ジャミル・バイパー, Jamiru Baipā)
Voiced by: Kaname Futaba[9]
A 17-year old sophomore and Vice Housewarden of Scarabia. Born into a family that has served Kalim's family for generations, he has spent the better part of his childhood and later life being subjected to Kalim's carefree whims.
He is inspired by Jafar from Aladdin.

Pomefiore

The characters in the house are based on the Evil Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.[10]

Vil Schoenheit (ヴィル・シェーンハイト, Viru Shēnhaito)
Voiced by: Hiroki Aiba[10]
An 18-year old junior and Housewarden of Pomefiore. A young man of striking beauty, he considers himself the fairest of all. No effort is too much for him in his unending pursuit of beauty.
He is inspired by the Evil Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Epel Felmier (エペル・フェルミエ, Eperu Ferumie)
Voiced by: Shimba Tsuchiya[10]
A 16-year old freshman. A dainty boy with an ephemeral beauty. Quiet, he gives off a mysterious air and distances himself a bit from others in his orbit.
His name is a reference to the poisoned apple used to poison Snow White in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Rook Hunt (ルーク・ハント, Rūku Hanto)
Voiced by: Yōjirō Itokawa[10]
An 18-year old junior and Vice Housewarden of Pomefiore. An appreciator of sublime aesthetics, he holds Vil and Epel's beauty in high regard. He can be a bit hard to read, though.
He is inspired by the Huntsman from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Ignihyde

The characters in the house are based on Hades from Hercules.[11]

Idia Shroud (イデア・シュラウド, Idea Shuraudo)
Voiced by: Kōki Uchiyama[11]
Ortho Shroud (オルト・シュラウド, Oruto Shuraudo)
Voiced by: Shouta Aoi[11]

Diasomnia

The characters in the house are based on Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty.[6]

Malleus Draconia (マレウス・ドラコニア, Mareusu Dorakonia)
Voiced by: Kazuki Kato[7]
Lilia Vanrouge (リリア・ヴァンルージュ, Riria Vanrūju)
Voiced by: Hikaru Midorikawa[7]
Silver (シルバー, Shirubā)
Voiced by: Nobunaga Shimazaki[7]
Sebek Zigvolt (セベク・ジグボルト, Sebeku Jiguboruto)
Voiced by: Haruki Ishiya[7]

Night Raven College Staff
Dire Crowley (ディア・クロウリー, Dia Kurourī)
Voiced by: Mitsuru Miyamoto[9]
The Headmaster of Night Raven College.
Grim (グリム, Gurimu)
Voiced by: Noriaki Sugiyama[11]
A tanuki-like creature who serves as the player character's companion through the duration of the game.
Divus Crewel (デイヴィス・クルーウェル, Deivisu Kurūueru)
Voiced by: Kent Itō[9]
The Alchemy teacher of Night Raven College.
Divus is inspired by Cruella de Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians.[5]
Mozus Trein (モーゼズ・トレイン, Mōzezu Torein)
Voiced by: Rikiya Koyama[10]
The Magic History teacher of Night Raven College.
Mozus Trein is inspired by Lady Tremaine from Cinderella.[5]
Ashton Vargas (アシュトン・バルガス, Ashuton Barugasu)
Voiced by: Ryōta Takeuchi[10]
The Physical Education coach at Night Raven College.
Ashton is inspired by Gaston from Beauty and the Beast.[5]
Sam (サム, Samu)
Voiced by: Subaru Kimura[7]
The owner of “Mr. S’s Mystery shop” at Night Raven College.
Sam is inspired by the villain Dr. Facilier from the movie The Princess and the Frog.[5]

Development

Aniplex announced they were producing the game in collaboration with Walt Disney Japan at Anime Japan 2019.[12] Yana Toboso, the creator of Black Butler, was credited for the concept, scenario, and character designs.[1]

Disney Twisted-Wonderland was officially released for play on Android and iOS in Japan on March 18, 2020.[13][14] The game's opening movie is animated by Troyca and the theme song, "Piece of my world", was performed by Night Ravens.[15][16]

Other media
Disney: Twisted-Wonderland
ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーラン
(Dizunī Tsuisuteddo Wandārando)
Manga
Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Comic: Episode of Heartslabyul
Written byWakana Hazuki
Illustrated bySumire Kowono
Published bySquare Enix
MagazineMonthly G Fantasy
DemographicShōnen
Original runMarch 18, 2021 – present
Volumes1
Anime
Licensed byDisney+

Manga

A manga adaptation, titled Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Comic: Episode of Heartslabyul, written by Wakana Hazuki and illustrated by Sumire Kowono, began serialization in Square Enix's Monthly G Fantasy magazine on March 18, 2021.[17] It has been collected in a single tankōbon volume.

Anime

In October 2021, an anime adaptation was announced.[18] Disney+ also licensed the anime at the same time.[19]

Reception

Approximately 1 million users downloaded the game upon release.[13]

References
  1. "Staff". Disney: Twisted Wonderland. Aniplex. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  2. Mateo, Alex (December 20, 2021). "Disney Twisted-Wonderland Smartphone Game Launches in U.S., Canada on January 20". Anime News Network. Retrieved December 22, 2021.
  3. "Disney: Twisted Wonderland". 【公式】ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド（ツイステ） (in Japanese). Aniplex. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  4. "Twisted Wonderland Gameplay System". 【公式】ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド（ツイステ） (in Japanese). Aniplex. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  5. スクウェア・エニックス [Square Enix] (September 2020). ディズニーツイステッドワンダーランド　公式ガイド＋設定資料集 Magical Archives (in Japanese). Japan: スクウェア・エニックス [Square Enix]. ISBN 9784757567818.
  6. Pineda, Rafael Antonio (March 25, 2019). "Disney Twisted-Wonderland Game App Features Story, Designs by Black Butler Creator". Anime News Network. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  7. Wong, Alistair (August 14, 2019). "Twisted Wonderland Introduces The Savanaclaw And Diasomnia Dorms". Siliconera. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  8. Wong, Alistair (April 28, 2019). "Disney's Twisted Wonderland Introduces Bishonen Based From Ursula From The Little Mermaid". Siliconera. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  9. Wong, Alistair (April 28, 2019). "Twisted Wonderland Introduces The Headmaster And The Aladdin-Inspired Scarabia House". Siliconera. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  10. Wong, Alistair (July 1, 2019). "Twisted Wonderland Has A Student Based Off Snow White's Poisoned Apple, And Gaston As A Coach". Siliconera. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  11. Wong, Alistair (July 12, 2019). "Twisted Wonderland The Hades-Inspired Ignihyde House". Siliconera. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
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  13. Sagasan (March 18, 2020). "「ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド」の正式サービスがスタート。ここで描かれる"悪役たち"の真の姿とは". 4gamer (in Japanese). Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  14. @twst_JP. "【お知らせ】 AppStoreとGooglePlayにて、『ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド』がダウンロード可能です。 現在アプリを起動頂いても、メンテナンスの状態となっております。 正式サービス開始は、2020年3月18日を予定しております。 正式サービスのご案内まで、どうぞ楽しみにお待ちください。". Twitter (in Japanese). Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  15. Hodgkins, Crystalyn (March 1, 2020). "Disney Twisted-Wonderland Game App Launches in March". Anime News Network. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  16. "ナイトレイブンズがディズニーゲーム主題歌" [Night Ravens perform Disney game's theme song]. Sports Hochi (in Japanese). March 19, 2020. Retrieved March 19, 2020.
  17. Pineda, Rafael Antonio (February 19, 2021). "Disney: Twisted-Wonderland Game's Main Story Gets 1st Manga Series". Anime News Network. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
  18. Pineda, Rafael Antonio (October 14, 2021). "Disney Twisted-Wonderland Smartphone Game Gets Anime Project". Anime News Network. Retrieved October 14, 2021.
  19. Pedersen, Erik (October 13, 2021). "Disney+ Slate Of Asia-Pacific Fare Includes Series Led By K-Pop Star Kang Daniel". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 14, 2021.
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