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Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Animation Team Had to Deeply Research Swordfighting
The animation director for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Hiroshi Yugen, detailed the extensive research into real-world swordfighting that the team undertook to achieve realistic animations. This process involved consulting with experts and utilizing motion capture studios like Katsugekiza Motion Capture Studio. The game is set to release on September 4th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus and more (August 7-9)
This week's streaming highlights from August 7-9 include the season finale of House of the Dragon on HBO Max, the penultimate episode of X-Men '97 on Disney Plus, and the new Netflix thriller The Last House. Other notable releases include the fourth season of Ted Lasso and the Star Wars anime special The Ninth Jedi.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword's incredible sword-fighting secret sauce explained: 'We really wanted to focus on creating this very realistic, grounded sword action'
Capcom's animation director Hiroshi Yugen details the extensive process behind creating the realistic sword-fighting animations for Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The team collaborated with sword fight choreographers and utilized advanced motion capture technology to accurately depict the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi's techniques.
Warhammer 40,000 is getting an animated series from Amazon and Games Workshop
Amazon MGM Studios, Blur Studios, and Games Workshop are developing an animated television series based on the Warhammer 40,000 franchise. Dave Wilson, who directed the animated short in the Secret Level anthology, will direct and co-create the series, with Henry Cavill and Tim Miller serving as executive producers. While the animated project has momentum, the live-action adaptation still lacks a finished script.
Amazon is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated show
Amazon is developing an animated series based on the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Actor Henry Cavill is reportedly involved in the project.
Henry Cavill is producing a Warhammer 40K animated show at Amazon
Amazon's Prime Video is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated series, with Henry Cavill attached as a producer. The show will expand on the Warhammer 40,000 episode from Amazon's anthology series Secret Level. Dave Wilson, director of the original episode, is co-creating the animated series with John Orloff, and Cavill will executive produce alongside Tim Miller.
From Solana mint to streaming: Claynosaurz debuts on Prime Video ahead of a 39-episode show
The NFT collection Claynosaurz has expanded beyond digital collectibles with the debut of three short animated episodes on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, serving as a teaser for a 39-episode series. This move into mainstream media has boosted the collection's floor price on Solana. The brand aims to become a global franchise, with plans for a full animated series, collectible cards, and a mobile game, while also offering equity options to eligible NFT holders.
The 5 movies you need to watch in August 2026
This article highlights five must-watch movies scheduled for release in August 2026, spanning genres from sci-fi and animation to romance and horror. Featured films include "One Night Only," "The End of Oak Street," "Insidious: Out of the Further," "The Dog Stars," and "Coyote Vs Acme," with details on release dates and potential viewing locations.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (July 31 -…
This week's streaming highlights include "The Drama" on HBO Max, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and the animated "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" on Peacock. Prime Video features the new season of "Batman: Caped Crusader," while Disney Plus adds "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Paramount+ debuts "Lioness" season 3, and Netflix offers "The Bombing of Pan AM 103."
Pragmata devs almost gave Diana a bob cut to save on the time and money it would take to animate her hair
Developers for Capcom's Pragmata considered giving the character Diana a bob cut to reduce the significant time and cost associated with animating her long hair. Despite the animation challenges, the team ultimately decided to keep her original hairstyle, believing it suited her personality. The game has been a commercial success, selling over 2.5 million copies and increasing the likelihood of a sequel.
The Most Anticipated Warhammer 40,000 Animation Ever Finally Has a Release Date
Games Workshop has announced the release date for the highly anticipated animated series Warhammer 40,000: Astartes 2. This news comes after years of anticipation from fans of the franchise.
Marvel TV head confirms X-Men '97 season 3 is complete, and season 4 is officially in development with scripts…
Marvel TV head Brad Winderbaum confirmed that X-Men '97 season 3 is complete and will be released on Disney Plus in 2027, with season 4 officially in development with scripts underway. This announcement was made at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Producer Larry Houston previously stated that the delay between seasons 1 and 2 was a one-off.
Avatar Aang director says unprecedented leaks won't affect The Last Airbender movie's legacy: "The movie is going to live much longer than that"
Director Lauren Montgomery addressed the leaks of the upcoming animated movie "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender," stating that while bittersweet, the film's quality will ensure its legacy. The movie's release date was moved up to July 25 on Paramount Plus due to the leaks. Montgomery expressed confidence in the film's longevity, comparing the current situation to a "short moment in time."
A Star Wars cartoon that's been shelved for over a decade will finally see the light of day
The animated Star Wars series Star Wars: Detours, created by Seth Green, will finally be viewable at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Originally conceived as "The Simpsons in the Star Wars universe" and set between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, 26 episodes were completed before the show was shelved in 2012. The museum, opening in September, will feature a curation of episodes from the show.
The world needs a new Avatar in dreamy first trailer for The Last Airbender spin-off Seven Havens
The first trailer for Avatar: Seven Havens, a spin-off of Avatar: The Last Airbender, was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The series centers on a young Earthbender who discovers she is the new Avatar after Korra, in a world shattered by a cataclysm. The trailer sets a colorful and beautiful tone for the upcoming show, which will consist of two books with 13 episodes each.
Early '90s animation tools were so primitive that Doom's lead artist says he pretty much did the whole thing…
Doom's lead artist Adrian Carmack revealed that he used the undo key in Deluxe Paint as his primary animation tool for the original game. Due to primitive tools and frame limitations imposed by John Carmack, Adrian Carmack developed a method of cycling through frames using undo/redo to create animations for enemies and weapons.
Marvel is already working on the next 5 Spider-Man films, including a live-action Miles Morales movie, says boss Kevin…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed that plans are underway for at least five future Spider-Man films, including a live-action movie featuring Miles Morales. While the animated Spider-Verse series continues with "Beyond the Spider-Verse," Feige confirmed discussions about incorporating Miles Morales into live-action after the animated series concludes. Producer Amy Pascal is actively developing these future projects.
Game Rapper Mega Ran and Voice Actors Host Live X-Men ‘97 Panel at SDCC
GRAMMY-nominated rapper Mega Ran will host a live X-Men '97 fan experience panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026. The panel will feature Executive Producer Larry Houston and voice cast members JP Karliak, Isaac Robinson-Smith, Zehra Fazal, and Gui Agustini, who also have credits in various video games. The event coincides with the ongoing Season 2 run of X-Men '97 on Disney+.
Exclusive: Mondo Reveals Masters Of The Universe 2002 Keldor And Flocked Panthor Figures
Mondo has revealed new limited-edition action figures inspired by the 2002 Masters of the Universe animated series. The figures include Keldor, priced at $115, and a flocked Panthor, priced at $525. Both will be available for preorder soon, with Panthor also available at San Diego Comic-Con. The article also mentions upcoming Blu-ray releases for the original and 2002 series.
Leaked Avatar Aang movie was "just one of a whole slate" and the next project will be announced "when the…
Avatar: The Last Airbender co-creator Bryan Konietzko revealed that the leaked Avatar Aang movie was part of a larger slate of projects, with another currently in development. He expressed optimism for the franchise's future, citing fan excitement for the upcoming movie, the Seven Havens series, and other unannounced projects, despite recent leaks and release shifts.
