Warner Bros Celebrates 20 Years of 'Elf' with Immersive Roblox Experience

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In honor of the 20th anniversary of the beloved holiday film "Elf," Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group has teamed up with creative studio Fairview Portals and virtual world developer Supersocial to create an immersive Roblox experience, according to a press release.

Participants in the experience have the opportunity to wear an elf hat and participate in different roles at Santa's workshop such as Wish Taker, Toy Maker, and Gift Wrapper. As a reward for their contributions, players can earn gifts and digital wearables.

In the future, the experience will continue to grow with added features and opportunities. This fun interaction has the potential to introduce the film to a wider audience, especially among younger demographics, allowing Warner Bros. to expand its popularity.

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In honor of its 20th anniversary, Warner Bros. is infusing new life into the beloved "Elf" movie. The 2003 Jon Favreau film featuring Will Ferrell has consistently been hailed as one of the most cherished holiday films of all time. As of Nov. 1, the movie held the second spot in popularity on Max, the streaming platform owned by Warner Bros. Discovery. The new Roblox experience, titled "Elf North Pole Workshop," has the potential to deepen fans' connection to the franchise and prolong its legacy.

Consumers can embark on an immersive journey into the world of the movie, playing three different roles to contribute to the success of Santa’s workshop while embracing themes of community and togetherness. Progress can be tracked on the Clausometer, with digital wearables and other rewards awaiting players. Key characters from “Elf” such as Mr. Narwhal and Leon the Snowman will make appearances, and the experience will feature music by film composer John Debney. In addition, the visual landscape will draw inspiration from the movie’s stop-motion animation style, using effects like tilt-shift camera, desaturated environments, and material-inspired textures to transport users into the world of "Elf." A 30-second experience trailer offers a preview of the adventure that awaits.

In recent years, Roblox has attracted a lot of attention from brands looking to engage with the platform's youthful audience. In addition to Warner Bros., companies like Walmart and Gap have created their own immersive experiences. The "Elf" activation follows Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to rename its streaming service, which now combines HBO Max and Discovery+ into Max.