All articles tagged with #animations
Early reports claim GTA VI will launch without microtransactions and with no generative AI used in development, per Kinda Funny Gamecast hosts and The New York Times, with Rockstar emphasizing handcrafted animations as a key feature.
Rockstar says GTA 6 contains about 600,000 unique animations—more than 10 times GTA 5’s 55,000 and roughly double Red Dead Redemption 2’s 300,000—along with a sprawling map that could fit two GTA V-sized worlds, plus a revamp of the Wanted system and a new relationship mechanic for in-game romance.
iOS 26 introduces faster app launch animations with Liquid Glass visual effects, making older iPhones feel more responsive and modern, primarily through improved pacing and visual speed, enhancing user perception of device speed without changing actual performance.
Baldur's Gate 3's latest patch, patch 6, brings a plethora of improvements including new animations for campsite characters, enhanced smooching mechanics with unique kisses reflecting personalities, and streamlined party member swapping. The update also includes various other changes, all detailed in the official patch notes.
A Mortal Kombat 1 fan has discovered animations for a discarded Brutality move featuring DLC character Omni-Man using his moustache to kill opponents. The move, which involves Omni-Man ripping off his moustache and using it as a weapon, was found by a modder and dataminer. It appears to be connected to an unused special move involving Omni-Man's Kameo character. It is unclear if these moves will be included in a future update or if they are simply discarded content.
Doctor Who executive producer Paul Hembury has confirmed that there are plans to continue animating missing stories from the First and Second Doctor eras. While the DVD and Blu-ray market has been a significant source of financing for these animations, Hembury acknowledged the need to find alternative revenue streams. The selection process for which stories to animate is complex, taking into account factors such as story length, audio quality, and animation challenges. While the majority of animated stories have featured the Second Doctor, Hembury hinted at future restorations featuring the First Doctor.