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Express Tribune
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Hazbin Hotel creators announce Homestuck animated pilot with voice cast including Toby Fox
An animated pilot based on Andrew Hussie's webcomic Homestuck is in production, created by SpindleHorse, the animation studio founded by Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne 'VivziePop' Medrano. Homestuck, which ran from 2009 to 2016, became a major internet phenomenon, blending video game references, chatroom culture, music, and layered storytelling. While the comic officially ended, fan-led projects under Hussie's guidance have continued. This pilot marks one of the most prominent official adaptations to date. Medrano gained her own following through independent animation before releasing the self-funded Hazbin Hotel pilot in 2019. The project was later picked up by A24 and Amazon Prime Video, and has since developed a large fanbase. The Homestuck pilot's voice cast includes Richard Horvitz as voice director, with performances by Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Cherami Leigh, Brandon Winkler, and Adam McArthur. Toby Fox, creator of Undertale and a former composer for animated segments of the original Homestuck, is also contributing voice work. A teaser for the pilot was released alongside the announcement. The adaptation faces the challenge of translating the comic's distinct humour, irony, and multimedia format into animation. Much of the original comic used Adobe Flash, and its official website has become difficult to navigate due to outdated technology. An unofficial version of the comic was reportedly taken offline shortly before the pilot announcement, prompting strong reactions from the fan community. The pilot is expected to be released online around September, with the potential to secure further funding for a full series. It will bring together original Homestuck contributors and new creative talent, aiming to reintroduce the story to both long-time fans and a new audience.
7NEWS
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Viral video game Moshi Monsters set to return for 20th anniversary following 2019 shut down
Remember Moshi Monsters? If the answer's yes, you were probably born in the late 90's or noughties and grew up in front of the computer. The viral video game — which was conceived in 2007 — is leaning on the sentiment of nostalgic players in its bid to return via fan-funded Kickstarter in 2027 to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Shut down in 2019 due to the discontinuation of Adobe Flash, the game's global fanbase had grown to more than 100 million. As many as one in two Aussie children between 6-12 are believed to have played. Users adopted one of six Moshi Monsters, including Diavlo, Furi, Poppet, Luvli, Katsuma, Zommer and Dr. StrangeGlove — collecting nearly 300 Moshlings while exploring Monstro City. Outgrowing the online sphere, the Moshi universe had even been incorporated into a blockbuster movie, apps for children, figurines, books and more. Mind Candy, the game's creator, said it had been inundated with pleas from fans who had expressed hope the game could be resurrected. So they recruited them to bring it back to life. 'Since closing the doors to Moshi Monsters in 2019, we have seen nostalgia for the game continue to grow, with fans constantly calling for us to bring it back, ' the company said in a statement. 'On its 20th Anniversary, we're excited to bring back the iconic game – not only for our loyal fans, but for a whole new generation of children who have yet to experience the magic of Moshi Monsters. 'This Kickstarter is a brilliant opportunity for us to hear directly from the fans and work with them to shape the game. We can't wait to rebuild Monstro City together.'
Perth Now
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Viral video game announces shock return
Remember Moshi Monsters? If the answer's yes, you were probably born in the late 90's or noughties and grew up in front of the computer. The viral video game — which was conceived in 2007 — is leaning on the sentiment of nostalgic players in its bid to return via fan-funded Kickstarter in 2027 to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Shut down in 2019 due to the discontinuation of Adobe Flash, the game's global fanbase had grown to more than 100 million. As many as one in two Aussie children between 6-12 are believed to have played. Users adopted one of six Moshi Monsters, including Diavlo, Furi, Poppet, Luvli, Katsuma, Zommer and Dr. StrangeGlove — collecting nearly 300 Moshlings while exploring Monstro City. The Moshi universe was developed into figurines, cards, and more. Credit: Moshi Monsters/IG / IG Outgrowing the online sphere, the Moshi universe had even been incorporated into a blockbuster movie, apps for children, figurines, books and more. Mind Candy, the game's creator, said it had been inundated with pleas from fans who had expressed hope the game could be resurrected. So they recruited them to bring it back to life. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. 'Since closing the doors to Moshi Monsters in 2019, we have seen nostalgia for the game continue to grow, with fans constantly calling for us to bring it back, ' the company said in a statement. 'On its 20th Anniversary, we're excited to bring back the iconic game – not only for our loyal fans, but for a whole new generation of children who have yet to experience the magic of Moshi Monsters. 'This Kickstarter is a brilliant opportunity for us to hear directly from the fans and work with them to shape the game. We can't wait to rebuild Monstro City together.' Fans will be able contribute to the fundraiser with donations from £5 ($10.45).
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Former Arkansas Arts Academy teacher pleads not guilty to child sex crimes in Benton County
ROGERS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A former teacher at the Arkansas Arts Academy has pleaded not guilty to his Benton County charges, according to court documents. Robert Beard, 39, was arrested by the Benton County Sheriff's Office on Feb. 11 for 25 counts of sexual grooming of a child. A release from the Rogers Police Department said detectives interviewed multiple students who were taught by Beard during a two-year period. During the investigation, 25 victims were identified to have been sexually groomed by Beard during his time as a teacher at the Arkansas Arts Academy, the department said. Arkansas Supreme Court denies double jeopardy appeal in Amber Waterman case A probable cause affidavit filed on Feb. 12 said that after the first arrest, students came forward and claimed that Beard sent pornography to them. The pornography was sent to students in the form of an Adobe Flash player link and was reportedly sent to multiple classes starting in September 2022. The school reportedly sent a detective with RPD a list of more than 60 students who potentially received pornographic materials from Beard, according to the affidavit. Beard has an omnibus hearing in Benton County set for June 5. Beard also faces charges in Washington County. He was arrested on Jan. 24 for internet stalking of a child, first-degree sexual assault and traveling for the purpose of an unlawful sex act with a minor. A news release from the Springdale Police Department said on Jan. 17, the department was notified that a former teacher at a school in Rogers had picked up a child from a dance at the school. School staff noticed the incident and followed Beard's vehicle while notifying police, according to a news release. Officers stopped Beard's car and took the juvenile to the Children's Safety Center for an interview. Search continues for missing kayaker on Mulberry River Investigators found through the juvenile's phone that Beard, a former teacher at their school, had been talking to the minor online before taking them to his home. Police also searched his home and collected more evidence, according to the release. Allison Roberts, CEO of Arkansas Arts Academy, previously told KNWA/FOX24 that Beard was employed with the school from August 2022 to June 2024 and was terminated in July 2024. He has been ordered to have no access to any device that can access the internet. Beard has a status hearing in Washington County on June 30. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Yahoo
Former Arkansas Arts Academy teacher pleads not guilty to child sex crimes
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A former teacher at the Arkansas Arts Academy has pleaded not guilty to his Washington County charges, according to court documents. Robert Beard, 38, was arrested on Jan. 24 for internet stalking of a child, first-degree sexual assault and traveling for the purpose of an unlawful sex act with a minor. He was released on a $150,000 bond. His trial date has been set for April 22. A news release from the Springdale Police Department said on Jan. 17, the department was notified that a former teacher at a school in Rogers had picked up a child from a dance at the school. School staff noticed the incident and followed Beard's vehicle while notifying police, according to a news release. Officers stopped Beard's car and took the juvenile to the Children's Safety Center for an interview. Former Arkansas Arts Academy teacher arrested in connection with internet stalking, sexual assault of a minor Investigators found through the juvenile's phone that Beard, a former teacher at their school, had been talking to the minor online before taking them to his home. Police also searched his home and collected more evidence, according to the release. Allison Roberts, CEO of Arkansas Arts Academy, previously told KNWA/FOX24 that Beard was employed with the school from August 2022 to June 2024 and was terminated in July 2024. He has been ordered to have no access to any device that can access the internet. Beard also faces charges in Benton County. He is facing 25 counts of sexual grooming of a child and was arrested by the Benton County Sheriff's Office on Feb. 11. He was released on the same day on a $50,000 bond. A release from the Rogers Police Department said detectives interviewed multiple students who were taught by Beard during a two-year period. During the investigation, 25 victims were identified to have been sexually groomed by Beard during his time as a teacher at the Arkansas Arts Academy, the department said. A probable cause affidavit filed on Feb. 12 said that after the first arrest, students came forward and claimed that Beard sent pornography to them. Former Arkansas Arts Academy teacher arrested again, facing 25 counts of child grooming charges The pornography was sent to students in the form of an Adobe Flash player link and was reportedly sent to multiple classes starting in September 2022. The school reportedly sent a detective with RPD a list of more than 60 students who potentially received pornographic materials from Beard, according to the affidavit. Beard is set to appear in court for the Benton County case on March 24 for his arraignment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
