Movies, animation, comics, gaming and tech. Want to know what’s happening in Africa and beyond? Here’s the Run Down for this week.
NEWS OUT OF AFRICA –Comics/Gaming
Etan Comics’ Brand New Comic!
The creators of the first Ethiopian superhero comic, Jember, are back with a brand new comic!
Whilst their flagship comic was a coming age story of self-worth and power, touching on immigration and African lore, their new comic focuses more on the history of Ethiopia.
Ethiopia, is famous as the only African nation to successfully retain their independence during the Scramble for Africa. In Etan Comics’ upcoming release, Zufan, readers find out why.
Check Out Zufan on Kickstarter
Inspired by the true story of the Italian invasion of Ethiopian in 1896, Zufan gives the well-known history a sci-fi twist.
On earth, a recently formed Pan-African nation called African Alliance threatens to collapse as the interests of the different African nations clash. Meanwhile, in outer-space Planetary powers fight for influence over the entire galaxy and their battle leads them to turn their gaze to Earth.
Will the united African nations divide? And what will the arrival of the intergalactic powers mean for them?
Find out in Zufan, Etan Comics’s new kickstarter.
Check out more https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/etancomics/zufan
Kucheza Gaming Partners Up With HP Gaming Garage
Following the success of their first edition of Mobo Game Jam held in 2020, Kucheza Gaming are preparing for another edition in December, 2021. And this time, they are partnering with HP Gaming Garage to do so.
An esports and games company for 6-18 year olds, Kucheza Gaming seeks to harness “play” as a means for youth development and empowering Africa. Their partnership with Dubai-based HP Gaming Garage, will take them a step further in realising their dream.
Kucheza Gaming is Empowering The Next Generation of Gamers
The new partnership will see the future generation of Nigerian equipped with the skills needed to compete in esports, game design and the digital world at large.
Students will have the opportunity to connect with experts through workshops and placements under Gaming Garage, as well as gain mini-qualifications. Also, participants at Mobo Game Jam 2021 will gain access to free master classes and mentorship with industry experts.
Find out more https://gamesindustryafrica.com/2021/11/03/kucheza-gaming-teams-up-with-hp-gaming-garage/
NEWS BEYOND AFRICA – Tech/Entertainment
Experience Marvel’s Eternals in AR
Ahead of the release of their new film, Eternals, Marvel also released a brand new Augmented Reality story-experience.
Released on 5 November, 2021, Eternals: AR Story Experience is an immersive adventure that takes viewers on a journey to discover the back-story of the Eternals. Travelling through time and space, you’ll get to meet the characters take part in the story.
Check out the app trailer https://youtu.be/e_4mMP5t0qw
Utilising the latest technologies in recording and display, Marvel has created a cinematic AR experience for fans of their films.
This brand new immersive story can be experienced on an Apple mobile device using the free mobile app.
Check out more https://www.awn.com/news/marvel-releases-free-eternals-ar-story-experience