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Prime Video’s 15-Episode Anthology Quietly Outdoes Fallout
Prime Video's animated anthology series 'Secret Level' is argued to be more ambitious and successful than the live-action 'Fallout' series. While 'Fallout' is praised for its cinematic scale, 'Secret Level' is highlighted for adapting multiple diverse game IPs into standalone shorts with a strong voice cast and creative direction from Tim Miller.
Netflix weekend watchlist: 3 films to queue up (Aug. 29-30)
This weekend's Netflix watchlist features three films: the crime thriller 'The Whisper Man' starring Robert De Niro, the acclaimed animated superhero film 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' featuring Miles Morales, and the horror hit 'M3GAN'. 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' is also mentioned as a recent box office success.
Weekend Discussion - August 29, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including Marvel Comics, a podcast co-hosted by Ms. Marvel, an interview with John Cena, and a look back at Wolverine's moments from X-Men '97. The author, Ozzie, shares his personal gaming history and preferences, highlighting his experience in QA for THQ and Activision, particularly with the Guitar Hero series, and his enjoyment of platformers, puzzle games, shooters, RPGs, and games with strong narratives.
One Animator, No AI: This Hand-Drawn Ocarina of Time Anime Teaser Is Stunning
A single animator named Hugo created a stunning, hand-drawn anime teaser for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, featuring no AI involvement. The three-minute animation has garnered significant praise from fans, with many expressing a desire for a full series or official Nintendo adaptation. This fan project arrives as an official remake of Ocarina of Time is anticipated for the Nintendo Switch.
New Pokemon series from Wallace and Gromit animation studio Aardman is coming exclusively to Disney Plus, alongside…
The Pokemon Company has partnered with Disney for a new stop-motion animated series, Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu, produced by Aardman Animations. This series, along with the classic Pokemon the Series: The Beginning, will stream exclusively on Disney Plus and Disney XD worldwide next year. The announcement was made at Pokemon XP, with a teaser trailer showcasing the Galar region-inspired adventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu.
Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu teaser trailer
The Pokemon Company and Aardman Animations have released a teaser trailer for their new collaboration, Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu. The trailer showcases a vibrant and fun animated style.
Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu gets first trailer
The Pokémon Company International and Aardman have released the first trailer for their new stop-motion series, Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, set in the Galar region. The series will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in 2027 and follows the adventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu as they protect other Pokémon.
"It feels like a fantasy Ghost in the Shell." The Valheim devs want an animated movie: "Netflix, call us."
Valheim's Creative Lead, Robin Eyre, expressed a desire for an animated movie based on the game, likening the current cinematics to a fantasy 'Ghost in the Shell' and jokingly calling out to Netflix. Eyre also discussed the game's long early access period, attributing delays to its initial massive success and the need to fix bugs, while also highlighting the team's ambition and pride in Valheim's achievements, including its console release.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Features “Well Over” 600,000 Animations, Double of Red Dead Redemption 2
Rockstar Games has revealed that Grand Theft Auto 6 features over 600,000 animations, more than double the 300,000 in Red Dead Redemption 2 and significantly more than Grand Theft Auto 5's 55,000. The studio also confirmed the game will launch on November 19th for Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, will not use generative AI, and will not feature any in-game monetization.
GTA 6 has more than 10 times the animations in GTA 5, and double the amount in Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar confirms
Rockstar Games has confirmed that Grand Theft Auto 6 features over 600,000 unique animations, which is more than 10 times the amount in Grand Theft Auto 5 and double that of Red Dead Redemption 2. Studio co-head Aaron Garbut highlighted the extensive detail put into environmental elements and character interactions.
‘Tweety’s sadistic’: How a sick day handed ‘Coyote vs. ACME’ its most unhinged scene
The film Coyote vs. ACME features a particularly unhinged scene involving Tweety Bird and John Cena's character, Buddy Crane, which was conceived due to a scheduling change caused by a cast member's illness. This scene highlights Tweety's surprisingly sadistic nature, a trait explored in his early cartoons and reinterpreted for the film as a villainous enforcer for the ACME Corporation.
First Stranger Things: Tales From '85 trailer sees Hawkins enter the paranormal as Eleven and the gang encounter…
The first trailer for the animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85 season 2 has been released, showcasing Eleven and the gang facing ghostly apparitions and Demogorgon-like creatures. The new season is set to premiere on Netflix on September 17 and continues the story between seasons 2 and 3 of the flagship show.
Disney isn't stopping with Kingdom Hearts 4 and a new anime, as "there are so many things we want to do"…
Disney is planning significant expansion for the Kingdom Hearts franchise beyond the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 4 and a new animated series. Nana Gadd, Disney's director of games, stated that there are many more initiatives planned, with the animated series being just the first step. This suggests a broader strategy to leverage the franchise across various media platforms.
Previously cancelled Coyote vs Acme movie has heartwarming dedication to "everyone who posted, shared, held up…
The previously cancelled film Coyote vs. Acme will now be released in theaters on August 28, 2026, after Ketchup Entertainment acquired distribution rights from Warner Bros. The film, starring John Cena and Will Forte, received significant fan support after Warner Bros. initially shelved it for a tax write-off. A dedication in the film thanks those who advocated for its release.
A trailer for the Golden Axe animated series is full of self-referencing jokes
A trailer has been released for the Golden Axe animated series, which is set to premiere on Paramount+ on September 16. The trailer features self-referential jokes related to the classic Sega game franchise.
First Golden Axe trailer is a bloody romp through medieval times that pays homage to the classic Sega game
The first trailer for the animated series Golden Axe has been released, showcasing a medieval adventure with characters Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead battling the villain Death Adder. The series, created by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler, is set to premiere on Paramount+ on September 16 and pays homage to the classic 1989 Sega game.
Criterion Puts KPop Demon Hunters Alongside Roma And The Irishman As Sequel Talk Heats Up
Criterion is releasing a 4K Blu-ray special edition of the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, placing it alongside acclaimed titles like Roma and The Irishman. This physical media release signifies the film's success and impact, especially for a Netflix original. While a sequel is confirmed, it is not expected until 2029 or later due to the extensive work required for animated productions.
You Don’t Have To Like Golden Axe To Enjoy The New Animated Series’ Trailer
Sega has released the first trailer for a new animated series based on its classic Golden Axe beat 'em up franchise. The series, co-created by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler, features voice acting from Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre, and Matthew Rhys, and aims to bring the retro game back into the spotlight with a blend of action and meta-commentary.
This bizarre $1000 Chinese film was so bad it was removed from theaters, but still made almost $5 million
The Chinese animated film Niu Lai, produced with a budget of approximately $1000, has achieved remarkable profitability, grossing over $4 million at the box office. Despite its low-quality animation and removal from some theaters, the film went viral on social media, leading to its unexpected financial success.
Studio Ghibli is in no rush to make its next movie and only engaging in "casual" discussions: "It's…
Studio Ghibli is reportedly not rushing to produce its next feature film, with distributors like Toho and GKIDS engaging in only casual discussions about potential projects. The studio's last feature was the Oscar-winning "The Boy and the Heron" in 2023, followed by a short film "Night in the Valley of Witches" shown exclusively at Ghibli Park. While Hayao Miyazaki remains active, the future film slate is unpredictable.
