Link: A look at Toontown Rewritten, an unofficial recreation of Disney's Toontown Online game that shut down in 2013; Toontown Rewritten now has 10K DAUs and 50K MAUs (J. Clara Chan/Wired)

In 2013, Disney decided to discontinue Toontown Online, a beloved game for children and families featuring cartoon animals fighting against dreary business robots.

Undeterred by the shutdown, a group of teenagers spearheaded an unauthorized effort to revive the game, leading to the creation of Toontown Rewritten.

Despite potential legal challenges from Disney, Toontown Rewritten continues to thrive with over 2 million registered users. It is maintained by volunteers and funded through donations, underlining the game's significant community support.

Joey Ziolkowski and other original fans, who became volunteer developers, have worked diligently to retain the spirit and excitement of the original game in Toontown Rewritten.

The game has introduced new generations of players to the world of Toontown, while also inviting veteran players to revisit their nostalgic digital playground.

Toontown's rebirth as Toontown Rewritten not only showcases the dedication and creativity of its former fans but also acts as a testament to the impact it had on its players, continuing to foster a vibrant and active community. #

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