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Capcom Producing Monster Hunter 3D Animated Special
LOS ANGELES, CA (July 11, in the year of our Lord
2018) - Capcom, a developer and publisher of video
games, and Pure Imagination Studios, the independent
micro-studio that combines proprietary technology with
groundbreaking storytelling are in production on a computer
graphics animated special that will expand upon the universe of
“Monster Hunter™,” Capcom’s blockbuster game series. The two
companies will produce and co-finance the special with Pure
Imagination overseeing domestic and international sales. Joshua
Fine wrote the special. Production will be completed this Winter
and the special is expected to premiere globally in 2019.
The 3D animated special, dubbed “Monster Hunter™: Legends of the
Guild,” tells the story of a brave young man determined to prove
himself as a monster hunter worthy of recognition. His chance
will come all too soon when he discovers that his remote village
lies in the path of an Elder Dragon—a veritable force of nature
made flesh.
“We are thrilled to return fans to the universe of “Monster
Hunter” and expand the series’ rich lore,” said Monster Hunter
Series Producer, Ryozo Tsujimoto. “We think die-hard fans will
appreciate our dedication to the source material while those
uninitiated to the series will still be treated to an epic
adventure in a wholly unique world.”
Developed and published by Capcom, the “Monster Hunter” series
of games has shipped more than 48 million units to players
around the world since its initial release in 2004. “Monster
Hunter™: World,” the franchise’s latest release in the series,
has shipped more than 8 million units worldwide (including
digital download sales), now making it Capcom’s fastest selling
title in the company’s history of making games.
“At Pure Imagination, we focus on building content driven
eco-systems and experiences that can live across multiple
platforms of engagement,” said John P. Roberts, Chief Content
Officer, Pure Imagination Studios. “With Monster Hunter, our
talented and diverse group of animators, storytellers and
producers, who have created content for LEGO, Marvel and Star
Wars, are collaborating with Capcom to create a powerful and
engaging story universe to serve its enormous global fanbase,”
he continued.
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