Amazon made a big splash during the Gamescom Opening Night Live event by unveiling the trailer for its upcoming animated anthology series, Secret Level. This new series, created by the team behind Netflix’s Love, Death + Robots, takes a unique approach by setting each short film in the world of an existing video game franchise. From Mega Man to God of War, Secret Level draws inspiration from a diverse range of popular video games to create a truly immersive viewing experience.
The trailer for Secret Level showcased the 15 games that inspired the stories of the series. These games include Armored Core, Concord, Crossfire, Dungeons & Dragons, Exodus, Honor of Kings, Mega Man, New World: Aeternum, PAC-MAN, PlayStation, Sifu, Spelunky, The Outer Worlds, Unreal Tournament, and Warhammer 40,000. Each episode of Secret Level promises to transport viewers to a different world, offering a fresh and exciting adventure with each installment.
According to Amazon’s press release, Secret Level is a groundbreaking series that brings together more game IP in a single series than ever before. The collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios and various gaming franchises is a first-of-its-kind event that promises to deliver a truly unique viewing experience. Tim Miller, known for his work on Love, Death + Robots and Deadpool, created and executive produced Secret Level for Prime Video, while Dave Wilson, with an impressive resume including Mass Effect 2 and BioShock Infinite, served as executive producer and supervising director.
While video game adaptations have become increasingly popular in recent years, Secret Level stands out as a truly innovative and ambitious project. The series brings together a diverse array of characters and franchises, showcasing a level of collaboration and creativity rarely seen in the industry. Despite the challenges of working with multiple game publishers, the creators of Secret Level were able to unite these beloved gaming classics and highly anticipated new titles under one roof.
Secret Level is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video on December 10, 2024. Fans of both video games and animated series can look forward to a groundbreaking viewing experience that promises to push the boundaries of storytelling and world-building. With its unique concept and impressive lineup of games, Secret Level is sure to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.