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Maga Animation

Animagination with a great talented Team!

The studio was set up in 1996 with the aim of developing new experimental and artistic techniques of animation for the entertainment and video-game industry. Everything with a commitment towards exporting our work to the international markets as a high-quality “Made in Italy” brand.


Maga creates first-class animation for TV/films, advertising, and especially for the video game industry. We merge passion, art, and technology with the aim to light on magic never seen before…

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FEATURED WORKS

Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC 2, Ubisoft

Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC 2, Ubisoft

cinematics, gameplay, and other activities

Hello Kitty Super Style!

Hello Kitty Super Style!

CG Animated Series, 52x11'

Rinascente “Believe in Wonder”, Wunderman Thompson

Rinascente “Believe in Wonder”, Wunderman Thompson

Animated CG commercials


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LATEST NEWS

  • The new DLC3 of Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope is out!

    The new DLC3 of Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope is out!

    30 set 2023

    Hello Guys, take a look around you, RayMan has arrived among us! The new DLC3 of Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope The Phantom Show is out for Nintendo Switch and ready to play✨Working with Ubisoft Milan and Ubisoft Paris Studio on this awesome character has been amazing, thanks to everyone for involving our team in the project! A very special thanks to all the artists of our studio for the passion and care they put into any frame and pixel!

    1st Anniversary of Soulstice release

    1st Anniversary of Soulstice release

    21 set 2023

    One year ago, on the 20th of September 2022 Soulstice has been officially released and we celebrated with our team, Reply Game Studios and all the people who took part in the project! It was a spectacular journey and collaboration, animating the cinematics, working on the different trailers, vfx, lighting and contributing to the music of the trailers. And just like in this photo from last year, we are happy to now celebrate Soulstice anniversary✨ Thank you again!


  • Maga animation at Milano Licensing Day 2023

    Maga animation at Milano Licensing Day 2023

    14 set 2023

    We're here at MilanoLicensingDay also this year! Can't wait to finally meet people and friends, to talk about the licensing opportunities of our projects and IP, but also to catch up with everyone!


    Terminator Survival Project reveal trailer | VFX Breakdown

    Terminator Survival Project reveal trailer | VFX Breakdown

    17 ago 2023

    Whirring gears, metallic sounds and a pinch of mist, you can feel power approaching you. Are you able to look him in the eye?

    We are very happy to share our latest CG VFX breakdown of the #Terminator Survival Project (reveal trailer) launched last year during Nacon Connect 2022. You can take a deeper look on our YT channel, switch to 4k for a better view


  • Mr Mille 8bit Summer edition

    Mr Mille 8bit Summer edition

    15 ago 2023

    Hello friends, artists and families, we wish you and especially all the Maga animation studio’s wizards a happy #Summer #Midsummer #MidAugust!☀️

    After exploring the Melodic Garden it’s time for a show!

    After exploring the Melodic Garden it’s time for a show!

    10 ago 2023

    Starring Rayman and our Rabbid friends, you can now finally watch the new reveal trailer for the third DLC of Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope we worked on: RaymanInThePhantomShow! As always, it’s been a true pleasure to work with Ubisoft Milan and Ubisoft Paris on these productions!

    Stay tuned for more, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC 3: Rayman in the Phantom Show is releasing for Nintendo Switch on August 30, 2023!


  • Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope The last Spark Hunter DLC

    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope The last Spark Hunter DLC

    27 lug 2023

    Travel with Mario and his friends into the Melodic Garden to help them bring harmony back to this gorgeous place. We are thrilled to have taken part in the realization of the new DLC of the Mario+Rabbids universe! Thank you again to all the people and amazing artists that worked together to make this possible!

    Now Hello Kitty reached South America too!

    Now Hello Kitty reached South America too!

    26 lug 2023

    HelloKittySuperstyle landed on Discovery Kids Latin America too! We are super excited for all the people who will get to follow her bowtastic adventures Monday to Friday! Hello Kitty Superstyle is a co-production of WATCH NEXT MEDIA, Monello Productions and Maga Animation Studio


  • Celebrating the launch of the series in the UK!

    Celebrating the launch of the series in the UK!

    16 giu 2023

    Hello Kitty Superstyle, celebrating in Annecy the launch of the series on Tiny Pop in the UK, 6 months after Amazon Kids+ premiere. Thanks to Philippe Alessandri, WATCH NEXT MEDIA for sharing the picture! Hello Kitty Superstyle! is a co-production of WATCH NEXT MEDIA, Monello and Maga Animation Studio.

    Happy to be in Annecy again!

    Happy to be in Annecy again!

    11 giu 2023

    As every year we are very happy to be at the Annecy Festival and MIFA. Our team will be there to meet friends and partners and think together about awesome future productions!


  • Hello Kitty Super Style! is out in the UK

    Hello Kitty Super Style! is out in the UK

    6 giu 2023

    Introducing brand-new Hello Kitty: Super Style! on Pop tv UK. KIDS FIRST DISTRIBUTION, co-produced by WATCH NEXT MEDIA Monello Productions Maga Animation Studio. Amazon Kids, Sanrio, Inc. Rai YoYo, Rai Radiotelevisione Italiana.

    Hello Kitty Superstyle goes at Cartoons On the Bay 2023

    Hello Kitty Superstyle goes at Cartoons On the Bay 2023

    29 mag 2023

    We are glad and happy for our Official selection at Cartoons On the Bay 2023 in the category Upper Preschool TV series (4-6 years). This mind-blowing journey across different styles has only started, and after its first release on Amazon Kids+ here we are!

    Hello Kitty Superstyle! is a co-production of WATCH NEXT MEDIA, Monello Productions (Banijay) and Maga Animation Studio.


  • Finally back at Kidscreen Summit Miami!!

    Finally back at Kidscreen Summit Miami!!

    20 feb 2023

    Thank you to all the people, companies and producers for the time spent with us last week. It was a pleasure to talk together and in person after a long time! Hello Kitty Superstyle is a co-production by WATCH NEXT MEDIA, Monello Productions (Banijay), Maga Animation Studio. AmazonKids + RaiKids distributed by KIDS FIRST DISTRIBUTION based on the Sanrio Inc. universe. 

    new broadcast deals for our latest Hello Kitty series!

    new broadcast deals for our latest Hello Kitty series!

    6 feb 2023

    Featuring Japan’s sartorially savvy and socially generous cat, Hello Kitty: Super Style! will hit a handful of new markets this year following its December debut on Amazon Kids+. Paris-based distributor Kids First has inked broadcast deals for the CG-animated series Hello Kitty: Super Style! in Europe, East Africa and North America. Hello Kitty Superstyle! is a co-production of WATCH NEXT MEDIA, Monello Productions (Banijay), and Maga Animation Studio. Thank you to all the CG artists at Big Company and Maga Animation Studio for putting their maximum efforts into the realization of the project.


  • Hello Kitty Superstyle! The first episodes are just released!

    Hello Kitty Superstyle! The first episodes are just released!

    10 gen 2023

    "We are so excited for the world to say “Hello” to Hello Kitty: Super Style! The first six episodes of our original series starring Sanrio’s beloved pop icon premiere today exclusively on Amazon Kids+. What I love most about this show is it turns Kitty’s kindness into a superpower.
    Check out the link below to the trailer on YouTube, but be warned: that catchy theme song performed by Carly Rae Jepsen and composed by Jared Faber may get stuck in your head for MONTHS..." (Veronica Pickett - Original Content, Amazon Kids)

    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope won!

    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope won!

    9 dic 2022

    And the Winner is... Yeeeah!!! We are very happy and so proud! During the latest Game Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope received the award for Best Simulation/Strategy Game. Thank you to Ubisoft Milan Studio and Ubisoft Paris for the great opportunity to be part of this galactic project, involving us in the realization of the cinematics and gameplay animation with stunning characters! A big hug and congratulations to all teams across the world from Ubisoft Milan, Paris, Montpellier, Chengdu, and Pune on this great recognition and huge collective success!


  • Hello Kitty Superstyle in just released on Amazon Kids+

    Hello Kitty Superstyle in just released on Amazon Kids+

    7 dic 2022

    We are very happy to announce the release of our recent CG animated series in USA, Canada, Uk and Japan, Amazon Kids+ is streaming the first 6 episodes starting in December. Hello Kitty Super Style is a co-production between Watch Next MediaMonello Productions and Maga animation studio with the participation of Sanrio CO.,LTD, Amazon studios and RAI kids. In this fun and action-packed series, Hello Kitty stars as the friendliest face in Cherry Town—a small-town hero who will stop at nothing to help a friend in need and get them smiling. Thank you to Big Company in France and all the great talented animators of our studio in Italy and in the rest of the world for the awesome quality work done!

    Maga animation studio, Believe In Wonder with RINASCENTE and Wunderman Thompson

    Maga animation studio, Believe In Wonder with RINASCENTE and Wunderman Thompson

    1 dic 2022

    We are very happy to annouce our recent film produced and realized for RINASCENTE, with the creative agency, Wunderman Thompson Italy.
    The new Christmas campaign started on December and brings you on a magical journey. With the dreamy and colorful musical of its new campaign and elegant performances of living Christmas decorations, you will finally start to “Believe in Wonder”


  • Hello Kitty Superstyle! Nomination at 19th Unifrance Prize

    Hello Kitty Superstyle! Nomination at 19th Unifrance Prize

    19 nov 2022

    Hello Kitty SuperStyle! The animated series, nomination at 19th Unifrance Prize for audiovisual export. The ceremony will take place on December 13 at the Trianon and the Elysée Montmartre in Paris!!! Every year since 2004, these prizes have been awarded to the best-selling French audiovisual programs in the world. Hello Kitty SuperStyle is a co-production of WATCH NEXT MEDIAMonello Productions, and Maga Animation StudioSanrio, Inc. Amazon Studios USRaiKids  A very special thanks to all the people and artists involved in the production for their hard work, especially the French main CG studio Big Company, and Maga Animation Studio in Italy. Follow the link to know more, stay tuned, and fingers crossed...

    Mario Rabbids Sparks of hope has just been released today!

    Mario Rabbids Sparks of hope has just been released today!

    20 ott 2022

    Hello everybody, today is the day! We are thrilled to announce our recent project and collaboration with Ubisoft Milan and Ubisoft. We want to give a big hug to all Maga animation studio's artists and people for the hard work and for the incredible results on each pixel and animation produced and a big big thank you to Ubisoft for involving us in the realization of this dream project. Our studio took care of different tasks and activities, such as gameplay animation, cut-scenes, and in-game cinematics, together with the terrific Ubisoft Milan team and the great vision of Davide Soliani, which pushed everybody with a lot of passion and determination to reach the best results on this incredible game and guided us to the edge of this awesome galaxy! Thank you!


  • The waiting is over! Soulstice is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    The waiting is over! Soulstice is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    20 set 2022

    We are very proud to be part of this project, thanks to Reply Game Studios for involving us in the realization of all Game Cinematics and trailers! A big hug and giant thank you to everybody at Maga Animation Studio Soulstice's team, for the awesome work done together! From cinematic direction to animation, lighting, and FX! Stay tuned to discover more about our challenge... It's time to start your adventure: the two Sisters are waiting for you! 

    Hello Kitty Superstyle,

    Hello Kitty Superstyle, "super" preview at Milano Licensing Day 2022!

    15 set 2022

    During the event "IN CONVERSATION WITH Sanrio", a very special content update with a lot of news from the great Japanese brand, everyone was excited to see the first trailer of our incoming CG animated series! Hello Kitty Superstyle is a co-between Watch Next Media, Monello Production, and Maga animation studio. The project will be released in Italy next year on YoYo, thanks to RAI Kids for the great support on the production, and especially we desire to give a big thank you to the Amazon USA team for the attention to the project and his strong editorial work, that allows to the project became better and better day by day. Hello Kitty animated series, is an awesome animated dream that became real! Stay tuned for more...


  • EDGE Magazine, a very special issue with Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope!

    EDGE Magazine, a very special issue with Mario+Rabbids Sparks of Hope!

    11 ago 2022

    Out of this world – Ubisoft's Galaxy-infused sequel Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope shoots for the stars.
    The new issue of Edge is on sale now! Follow the link below...

    Terminator at Nacon Connect 2022

    Terminator at Nacon Connect 2022

    8 lug 2022

    Yesterday at Nacon connect 2022, was presented our recent CG trailer with a stunning protagonist... Terminator T800. The reveal trailer was realized for the announcement of the Terminator Survival Game developed by Nacon Studio Milan, thank you guys for involving us in this awesome project! A big hug to the people of our studio, you are great, thank you to everybody for the passion that you put every day into each pixel!


  • Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Showcase

    Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Showcase

    30 giu 2022

    Ubisoft has offered fans a deep dive into the upcoming Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope via a special Showcase presentation. Creative Director Davide Soliani hosted the fifteen-minute broadcast last night, which included gameplay details, plot, music and more. Our team is very proud and happy to be part of this epic production, thank you to everybody at Ubisoft for giving us this unique opportunity, stay tuned, more news is coming soon... Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope will be offered physically and digitally on Switch starting October 20, 2022.

    Soulstice, new story trailer released today!

    Soulstice, new story trailer released today!

    12 giu 2022

    Hello everybody, especially all video game passionate... We are very proud to share the new Soulstice game Cinematic story trailer! Thank you to all the people and artists for the awesome work done. A special thanks to the music team for the incredible original soundtrack! A big thank you to Reply Game studios for the great work done together and for the opportunity to be part of this fantastic journey. Stay tuned for more! The game will be available this September 20, 2022 from MODUS Games


  • Hello Kitty Super Style is announced at Cartoons on The Bay 2022 press conference.

    Hello Kitty Super Style is announced at Cartoons on The Bay 2022 press conference.

    4 giu 2022

    Our studio is very happy to be part of this new great animated project! Thank you Rai Kids for the big announcement during the Cartoons on The bay official Festival press conference. The brand new Sanrio's CG series of Hello Kitty is a co-production between Maga animation studio, Watch Next Media, and Monello Productions. Stay tuned, more news is coming soon...

    Leo & Giulia, Unicef Award Nomination at Cartoons on The Bay 2022

    Leo & Giulia, Unicef Award Nomination at Cartoons on The Bay 2022

    2 giu 2022

    Leo & Giulia, us like you, The Vaccines, is a nominee for the Special Prize for Best Social Work (Unicef Award Nomination), chosen from among the in-competition categories, at Cartoons on The bay 2022.


  • "Lupin's Tales" Silver Prize at Cyber Sousa-Xiamen International Animation Festival

    25 mag 2022

    Maga is proud to announce that Lupin's Tales our recent co-production, created by Xilam Animation, has won the Silver Prize "Best Animated Series Overseas" category at Cyber ​​Sousa-Xiamen 2021 International Animation Festival. Thank you also to Rai Radiotelevisione Italiana and the team of RAI Ragazzi to support us on this awesome challenge!

    #CartoonNext2022

    #CartoonNext2022

    15 apr 2022

    We are very proud that during the panel titled “Next New European Benchmarks”, 3 of 5 of the most important Italian-France co-productions mentioned, were produced together with Maga Animation Studio. Thanks to our co-production partners: Xilam Animation (Lupin's Tales), FrogBox (Ricky Zoom), Monello Productions, and Banijay Kids & Family (Street Football) for the awesome projects done together!


  • #internationalwomensday2022 We are very proud of the women of our team

    #internationalwomensday2022 We are very proud of the women of our team

    8 mar 2022

    Our mission is to continue to improve the work philosophy in the next years, maintained a vision based on inclusion, diversity, respect, especially for our women, to support their working routine, to be balanced with family activities for a better living.

    "Lupin's Tales"《小狼乐宾》stories in pop-up worlds continue to fascinate Chinese kids and families

    4 mar 2022

    The series is featured as part of Youku Kids 2022 Main Highlights, during Youku Tudou Inc’s Annual Content Promotion and Industrial Strategy Conference

  • StreetFootball The big return is announced!

    StreetFootball The big return is announced!

    1 feb 2022

    Will be on-air soon, starting from February 4 on the #Okoo platform. The new series is produced by Banijay Kids and Family / Monello Productions in co-production with Maga Animation Studio Rai - Radiotelevision
    We are very glad and honored to be part of the Unreal Engine Awesome powered Games of 2022 reel!

    We are very glad and honored to be part of the Unreal Engine Awesome powered Games of 2022 reel!

    3 gen 2022

    HappyNewYear, and thanks to Reply Game Studios to involve our studio in the game cinematic production of Soulstice game,and especially to the entire team (Maga & ReplyGameStudios), designer, artists, TDs, artists and programmers. Stay tuned for more...

  • Leo & Giulia fly to USA

    Leo & Giulia fly to USA

    17 dic 2021

    Our animated scientific divulgation project, was selected as one of the best contributions for fighting Covid-19 during the latest celebration for 75° anniversary of The Fulbright Program in the USA.
    Maga Animation at Kidscreen Summit Virtual

    Maga Animation at Kidscreen Summit Virtual

    8 feb 2021

    Also this year we are happy to be part of Kidscreen summit 2021. For this edition, we are glad to meet you in virtual mode... See you soon!

  • Lupin’s Tales wins the 2020 Pulcinella Award, for Preschool TV series!

    Lupin’s Tales wins the 2020 Pulcinella Award, for Preschool TV series!

    19 dic 2020

    Thank you Cartoons On The Bay! And a big thank you to all the teams involved on this great challenge! A production of Xilam Animation with the participation of France Télévisions Rai Ragazzi, in association with Maga animation studio and Youku.
    Lupins Tales Italian Premiere Launch!

    Lupins Tales Italian Premiere Launch!

    16 dic 2020

    Our recent production in association with our friends Xilam Animation and Rai Ragazzi will be on air from Sunday 20 December on Rai YoYo at 8.05, 12.35 and 14.55.

  • New full CG trailer made by Maga Animation for National Geographic Channel

    New full CG trailer made by Maga Animation for National Geographic Channel

    3 nov 2020

    Maga Animation is proud to have done a new CG project in collaboration with Disney team, National Geographic. A teaser trailer focusing on the danger of global warming and the future that awaits for some of the most beautiful cities in the world.
    Lupins Tales our recent co-production with Xilam,  goes to China!

    Lupins Tales our recent co-production with Xilam, goes to China!

    19 ott 2020

    Xilam Animation and Alibaba’s Youku to Co-Produce New Animated Series "Lupin’s Tales" with the participation of France Télévisions and Rai - Radiotelevisione Italiana, RaiRagazzi, in association with Maga Animation Studio.

  • Maga animation, official selection at Cartoons on the Bay

    Maga animation, official selection at Cartoons on the Bay

    14 apr 2020

    We are happy to announce that our recent co-production with Xilam, Lupin's Tales is been selected at PULCINELLA AWARDS 2020 for the category Preschool TV Series
    Leo e Giulia - Noi come voi!

    Leo e Giulia - Noi come voi!

    14 apr 2020

    San Raffaele Hospital together with Maga Animation Studio explains to children how to defend themselves and others from COVID-19

  • Max Carrier Ragazzi, Maga's Chief Creative Officer at Naba Talk

    Max Carrier Ragazzi, Maga's Chief Creative Officer at Naba Talk

    21 nov 2019

    Proud to be part of #Animation talk at NABA Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Talent Harbour Week on November, 40 International Brands in Campus for the NABA students!
    Maga Animation at Montreal MEGA+MIGS 2019

    Maga Animation at Montreal MEGA+MIGS 2019

    16 nov 2019

    Maga animation studio will be at Mega+Migs Expo Gaming Arcade Summit from 16-19 November. See you in Montreal!

  • Maga at Milano Licensing Day 2019

    Maga at Milano Licensing Day 2019

    10 set 2019

    Happy to be part of the event this year, we are glad to meet you at our dedicated space on September 10th NHOW Milano. Come by and say hello to our Maga booth!
    #RickyZoom is coming across the world!

    #RickyZoom is coming across the world!

    2 set 2019

    Discovery Kids will premiere the animated series "Ricky Zoom", created by Entertainment One, in Latin America on September 2nd

  • #RickyZoom on Nick jr USA from September 9th!

    #RickyZoom on Nick jr USA from September 9th!

    1 set 2019

    Check out what's coming soon on Nick! Get revved up with our new hero, Ricky Zoom!
    Happy Birthday Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle!!!

    Happy Birthday Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle!!!

    30 ago 2019

    Some time has passed, but we're still very glad to have had this great chance of being part of Ubisoft's videogame!

  • #RickyZoom Great news from China!

    #RickyZoom Great news from China!

    21 ago 2019

    Ricky Zoom premiered earlier this summer to record breaking numbers in China on Youku: 200M views within its first month!
    2019 Summer Universiade spot set at Campania's beautiful sights

    2019 Summer Universiade spot set at Campania's beautiful sights

    9 lug 2019

    Our recent CG project for Napoli 2019 Summer Universiade with 3Zero2 is out now!


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