Amazon's 'Secret Level' Anthology Blends Video Games and Animation in Major Prime Video Investment
August 15, 2024Amazon has commissioned a new adult-animated anthology series titled 'Secret Level' for its Prime Video service, blending video games and animation.
The series is being developed by Tim Miller and his company Blur Studio, known for their work on Netflix's 'Love, Death & Robots' and the first 'Deadpool' movie.
Produced by Amazon MGM Studios in collaboration with Blur Studio, 'Secret Level' aims to explore video game narratives in a format that may not support long-form adaptations.
Dave Wilson has been appointed as supervising director and executive producer for the series.
Each episode will feature original short stories set in the worlds of popular games, including Amazon Games' 'New World' and the indie platformer 'Spelunky,' along with unspecified PlayStation titles.
Due to the limited game library of Amazon Games, the series will also adapt stories from other publishers, particularly famous PlayStation franchises.
This initiative reflects a growing trend among streaming services to invest in video game adaptations, following the success of Amazon's live-action 'Fallout,' which attracted 65 million viewers in its first two weeks.
Further announcements regarding 'Secret Level' are expected at Gamescom's Opening Night Live event, scheduled for August 20, 2024.
The official announcement for 'Secret Level' may occur during the Gamescom Opening Night Live, generating excitement among fans of gaming franchises.
Potential PlayStation adaptations could include titles like 'The Last of Us,' 'God of War,' and possibly others such as 'Horizon,' 'Ratchet & Clank,' and 'Uncharted.'
'Secret Level' is designed to be one of Prime Video's largest investments in adult animation, similar to the success of 'Love, Death & Robots' on Netflix.
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GameSpot • Aug 14, 2024
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