Summary
Marvel fans are disappointed with the lack of animation in the MCU and feel that Marvel should be doing more with the medium.
The MARVEL SNAP game's recent animated promo, starring Ghost Rider and Deadpool, has shed light on a drawback in the MCU's animation. DC holds an upper hand in animation over the MCU, making it essential for Marvel to elevate its standards to prevent falling behind.
Marvel's new crossover between Ghost Rider and Deadpool surpasses the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a crucial aspect. The MCU was launched by Marvel Studios in 2008 with Iron Man, and since then, the Infinity Saga has concluded. The MCU has embarked on a fresh chapter, featuring an expansion through Disney+, offering new formats such as series, Special Presentations, and animation.
However, the animation department of the MCU has been lacking, as highlighted by a recent animated trailer for the MARVEL SNAP game on Twitter. In this trailer, Ghost Rider and Deadpool face off with breathtaking animation, emphasizing the weakness of the MCU in this field. Take a look at some of the reactions below:
@BlckBolex thinks Marvel does not do enough with animation.
@WednesdayPull says they need a "Ghost Rider vs Deadpool animated special" after watching the animated promo.
@Eon1Eno hopes Marvel, at the least, makes a Ghost Rider Special Presentation for Halloween.
@IndieHypeMan wants the team behind the MARVEL SNAP video to create a whole animated series.
@Eon1Eno also says the animated sequence is better than the MCU's What If...?
@Lordlytrain812 notes that the promo's animated style is better than the one seen in What If...?
@teatimejess comments on the animation looking "insane."
@s1lkcats begs Marvel to "make some animation series."
@DragonMaster478 questions why there is so much effort put into the MARVEL SNAP video but not for MCU animated projects.
Marvel's Snap Commercial Shows The Potential For Marvel Animation
MARVEL SNAP is a captivating mobile card game that showcases beloved Marvel characters and iconic locations. The thrilling animated showdown between Ghost Rider and Deadpool, used to promote the game, demonstrates the extraordinary potential Marvel possesses. Given this, there is simply no justification for Marvel failing to replicate such awe-inspiring content within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
DC holds a distinct advantage over the MCU in terms of animation, as the renowned comic book giant has a strong history of producing captivating animated series and films. With James Gunn's revelation that actors will portray their roles in both live-action and animation in the new DC Universe, DC is poised to utilize this medium, capitalizing on one of its strengths to dominate the box office. In order for Marvel to avoid falling behind, it must elevate its animation department and enhance its offerings, as the MCU currently only has one animated series, What If...? season 1. While specific release dates have yet to be announced, Marvel Studios is currently in various stages of production for several animated series, including What If...? seasons 2 and 3, Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Spider-Man: Sophomore Year, and Marvel Zombies. Additionally, a revival of the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series titled X-Men '97 is also in development. The potential showcased in MARVEL SNAP's commercial highlights the ability for the MCU's animated projects to thrive, and if Marvel commits to consistently developing innovative animated series and allocating sufficient resources, it can overcome this existing weakness.
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