01. 2D animation First up, 2D animation, or vector animation, is used in everything from traditional cartoons and anime to video games and explainer videos. You'll have seen plenty of this style on ...

As the nominees for the animated feature Oscar were unveiled this year, one thing was clear: 2D and 2D-influenced animated films are dominating awards season. Among this year’s nominees, “The Boy and ...

Disney and Pixar have long been known for their innovations in the realm of animated movies, and their success speaks for itself. Over the years, each has made incredible films. Though not technically ...

Walt Disney Animation might have gotten its start in the world of 2D animation, but for more than a decade now, it's transitioned almost exclusively to 3D animation. It’s a move that made sense at the ...

The Disney original film Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers seemingly managed to pull off a trifecta with a reboot of the Rescue Rangers franchise that won over fans of the original series, young audiences, ...

Collier Jennings is an entertainment journalist with a substantial amount of experience under his belt. Collier, or "CJ" to his friends and family, is a dedicated fan of genre films - particularly ...

While 2D games might look easy to make, Square Enix, one of the most popular companies when it comes to the HD-2D style, says that it is actually more expensive than most people think. Square Enix ...