All articles tagged with #animated short
Nintendo released a new animated short featuring Pikmin, hinting at a possible upcoming Pikmin project for Switch 2 or an expanded re-release of Pikmin 4, which recently set franchise records. The film, initially mysterious, now reveals Pikmin characters and may serve as a teaser for future game announcements.
Nintendo released a mysterious, dialogue-free animated short titled 'Close to You,' sparking speculation whether it's a teaser for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy movie or hints at a new Pikmin game, with fans noting musical cues and visual clues related to both series.
Nintendo released a mysterious four-minute animated short called 'Close to You,' featuring a baby learning to take its first steps with toys coming to life, evoking Pixar animation. The video hints at connections to Nintendo characters like Rosalina from Super Mario Galaxy, possibly serving as her origin story, especially with the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy sequel. The short's purpose remains unclear, but it showcases Nintendo's surprising and creative side.
Paramount Pictures has released a first look at the animated short 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey,' which follows the turtles as they find themselves in New Jersey, blending humor, gritty animation, and a new mystery, with potential for more adventures in unexpected locations.
Sony is set to release a new Spider-Verse animated short film titled "The Spider Within: A Spider-Verse Story" on YouTube on March 27, focusing on Miles Morales' struggle to balance his student and superhero life while confronting anxiety and panic attacks. The short aims to spark conversations about mental health and was created as part of Sony Pictures' mentorship program for underrepresented groups in animation. The release coincides with the delay of the next Spider-Verse film, "Beyond the Spider-Verse," leaving fans eagerly awaiting updates.
Sony Pictures Animation will release the animated short "The Spider Within: A Spider-Verse Story" on YouTube, featuring Miles Morales/Spider-Man navigating his responsibilities and experiencing a panic attack. The release is in partnership with the Kevin Love Fund, aiming to promote mental health awareness through a new lesson plan. The short film, developed through Sony's LENS program, aims to spark conversations about mental health and encourage reaching out for help.
Blizzard has released a new animated short for Overwatch called "A Great Day," featuring the villainous Talon faction. The short showcases the 2D art style and captures a fun Saturday morning cartoon vibe. The story follows Reaper, Sombra, and the new hero Mauga on a mission to retrieve important data, which quickly turns chaotic. The short offers a refreshing perspective on Talon and their stylish approach to villainy, making it a standout interpretation of Overwatch lore. Mauga will be added to the game on December 5th.
Blizzard has released a new cinematic short for Overwatch 2, featuring the character Sojourn. Sojourn, a leader in the Overwatch organization, plays a central role in the game's story as she navigates her complicated past and mentors the new generation of heroes. The cinematic reveals her as a masked vigilante and showcases her transformation sequence, highlighting her unique abilities. Sojourn's story represents the conflict between Overwatch's past and its potential future, making her a crucial character in Overwatch 2's narrative.
The animated short "Calling" for Overwatch 2, featuring the character Sojourn, is only viewable within the game itself. The short serves as a lead-in to the upcoming story missions and explores Sojourn's role in Overwatch's closure. While fans are excited about the character's development, many are infatuated with her dog, Murphy, who steals the spotlight in the short. To watch the short, players must boot up Overwatch 2 and navigate to the news menu. The release of the short precedes the launch of the game's first story missions on August 10, which will progress the game's storyline.
Honkai: Star Rail, a mobile game, will release an anime-style animated short featuring Jing Yuan on May 10, 2023. The short seems to focus on a teacher and student fighting each other, with Jing Yuan potentially being the student. Jing Yuan will also be available as a limited character in the game on May 17, 2023. The game is available on PC and mobile devices, with PS4 and PS5 versions in development.