Showcasing stories at Cartoons On The Bay
4 giu 2025We’re back from Cartoons On The Bay 2025 in Pescara, and we’re buzzing with inspiration, new connections, and exciting projects on the horizon!
On May 29th, our CEO Massimo Carrier Ragazzi took part in the round table “Made in Italy and global properties”, alongside Gian Paolo Tagliavia (Rainbow), Pedro Citaristi (Red Monk Studio), and Francesco Manfio (Gruppo Alcuni), moderated by Federica Pazzano. It was a great opportunity to showcase our latest reel, featuring some of our most recent works, and to share insights from our experience working on international IPs.
We were especially proud to talk about our collaboration with Sanrio on the upcoming Mr. Men Little Miss Mini Adventures, launching in just a couple of days!
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by, joined the conversation, or simply shared a smile. Events like Cartoons on the Bay are a reminder of how powerful creative exchange can be. We’re already looking forward to what’s next.
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"On Your Tail" named finalist at Cartoons On The Bay!
8 mag 2025On Your Tail, the adventure video game developed by Memorable Games and published by Humble Games, has been recognized as a finalist for the Pulcinella Awards 2025 at Cartoons On The Bay festival, in the Interactive Animation category.
As the animation partner for this project, we shaped the lively atmosphere of Borgo Marina, a picturesque coastal town in Italy where players step into the shoes of Diana Caproni, a writer drawn into intriguing local mysteries.
Through meticulously crafted animations, carefully designed characters and immersive storytelling, On Your Tail offers an engaging blend of narrative mystery and life simulation. Since its Windows release in December 2024, followed by its Nintendo Switch debut in March 2025, the game has been widely praised for its gorgeous setting and compelling story.
We're honored to see our animation and CG work celebrated at such a prestigious festival. A huge thank you to Memorable Games and everyone involved in this project!
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Ready for Animation Day at Università Cattolica in Milan
30 apr 2025On May 9, Animation Day at Università Cattolica in Milan will bring together students and key players in Italian animation, fostering dialogue between academia and the industry.
With the theme "Cartoons Across Borders", the event will emphasize the global nature of animation. Organized by Università Cattolica in collaboration with Cartoon Italia and Bergamo Animation Days, the conference will feature top Italian production companies, including Maga Animation Studio.
Among the speakers, Maga’s CEO Max Carrier Ragazzi will present "Maga Animation Studio and the co-productions with Japanese and US markets", sharing insights on international collaborations and case studies. His talk will highlight the studio’s work in cross-cultural productions, showcasing successful projects that demonstrate Maga’s role in the global animation landscape.
The event will give students a unique opportunity to explore the animation industry, connect with top professionals and gain insight into Maga’s international collaborations.
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We are back from GDC San Francisco!
24 mar 2025From March 17 to 21, Maga Animation Studio participated in the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, as we do every year. Our studio was part of the Italian video game developers delegation, thanks to IIDEA (Italian Interactive Digital Entertainment Association), under the aegis of the Italian Trade Agency of Los Angeles.
It was an incredible opportunity for Maga Animation for Games, our dedicated department, to connect with game industry leaders and explore future collaborations. During the conference, we had the pleasure of meeting various key players, publishers and talented developers, showcasing the quality of Made in Italy games to the global audience. We also discussed our ongoing and future projects and shared insights on the latest trends and technologies.
We can't wait to reveal our upcoming creations and bring endless fun for gamers around the world!
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