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BerylRoll at 16:20, 29 March 2026

2026-03-29T16:20:20Z

Cyberlink420: /* Transformers: EarthSpark (2022–present) */

2025-11-20T19:11:09Z

Transformers: EarthSpark (2022–present)

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	The ''[[Transformers: BotBots (cartoon)\|BotBots]]'' cartoon would once again see Boulder Media Studio utilize a mix of 2D and 3D animation, but on a much larger scale. With many elements, including static objects, [[Racer-Roni]] and the backgrounds often being rendered in 3D (if not simply depicted as cutouts), while the characters are animated in a more simplistic 2D style.		The ''[[Transformers: BotBots (cartoon)\|BotBots]]'' cartoon would once again see Boulder Media Studio utilize a mix of 2D and 3D animation, but on a much larger scale. With many elements, including static objects, [[Racer-Roni]] and the backgrounds often being rendered in 3D (if not simply depicted as cutouts), while the characters are animated in a more simplistic 2D style.

	==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (~~2022–present~~)==		==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (2022–2025)==
	''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.		''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.

Cyberlink420: /* My Nezha and Transformers (upcoming) */

2025-11-20T19:10:53Z

My Nezha and Transformers (upcoming)

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	''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.		''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.

	==''My Nezha and Transformers'' (~~upcoming~~)==		==''My Nezha and Transformers'' (2025)==
	''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' directly re-uses multiple character and object models originally created for ''Cyberverse''. Unsurprisingly, it also features a very similar cel-shaded style to that of its predecessor.		''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' directly re-uses multiple character and object models originally created for ''Cyberverse''. Unsurprisingly, it also features a very similar cel-shaded style to that of its predecessor.

Cyberlink420: /* My Nezha and Transformers (2024–present) */

2025-01-27T20:02:56Z

My Nezha and Transformers (2024–present)

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	''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.		''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.

	==''My Nezha and Transformers'' (~~2024–present~~)==		==''My Nezha and Transformers'' (upcoming)==
	''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' directly re-uses multiple character and object models originally created for ''Cyberverse''. Unsurprisingly, it also features a very similar cel-shaded style to that of its predecessor.		''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' directly re-uses multiple character and object models originally created for ''Cyberverse''. Unsurprisingly, it also features a very similar cel-shaded style to that of its predecessor.

Lookatroopa: /* The Unicron Trilogy (2003–2006) */

2024-11-14T10:27:36Z

The Unicron Trilogy (2003–2006)

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	On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.		On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.

	Less embarrassing for the era was the CGI used in the cutscenes for tie-in game ''[[Transformers (Armada PS2)\|Transformers]]'', provided by [[Buildup (~~Company~~)\|Buildup]]. The animation though not flawless, was leaps and bounds better than most of the CGI seen in either the anime released at the same time, or the equally cheap-looking (and rather confusingly titled) ''[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)\|The Transformers]]''.		Less embarrassing for the era was the CGI used in the cutscenes for tie-in game ''[[Transformers (Armada PS2)\|Transformers]]'', provided by [[Buildup (company)\|Buildup]]. The animation though not flawless, was leaps and bounds better than most of the CGI seen in either the anime released at the same time, or the equally cheap-looking (and rather confusingly titled) ''[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)\|The Transformers]]''.
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Cyberlink420 at 14:41, 6 August 2024

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	==''Transformers: Cyberverse'' (2018–2021)==		==''Transformers: Cyberverse'' (2018–2021)==
	Like its predecessors, ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (cartoon)\|Transformers: Cyberverse]]'' opted for a cel-shaded CG animation style, courtesy of [[Boulder Media Studio]] and [[Xentrix Studios]]. The animation in ''Cyberverse'' was rendered at a comparatively higher framerate than many past shows, resulting in smoother, less-stilted movement. The character models attempt to mimic a hand-drawn look by using more simple and stylized designs that lacked pronounced outlines~~. The Cyberverse character models would later be recycled for use in the ''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' animated series~~.		Like its predecessors, ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (cartoon)\|Transformers: Cyberverse]]'' opted for a cel-shaded CG animation style, courtesy of [[Boulder Media Studio]] and [[Xentrix Studios]]. The animation in ''Cyberverse'' was rendered at a comparatively higher framerate than many past shows, resulting in smoother, less-stilted movement. The character models attempt to mimic a hand-drawn look by using more simple and stylized designs that lacked pronounced outlines.
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	==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (2022–present)==		==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (2022–present)==
	''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.		''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.

			==''My Nezha and Transformers'' (2024–present)==
			''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' directly re-uses multiple character and object models originally created for ''Cyberverse''. Unsurprisingly, it also features a very similar cel-shaded style to that of its predecessor.

	==Fiction==		==Fiction==

Cyberlink420 at 13:23, 6 August 2024

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	==''Transformers: Cyberverse'' (2018–2021)==		==''Transformers: Cyberverse'' (2018–2021)==
	Like its predecessors, ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (cartoon)\|Transformers: Cyberverse]]'' opted for a cel-shaded CG animation style, courtesy of [[Boulder Media Studio]] and [[Xentrix Studios]]. The animation in ''Cyberverse'' was rendered at a comparatively higher framerate than many past shows, resulting in smoother, less-stilted movement. The character models attempt to mimic a hand-drawn look by using more simple and stylized designs that lacked pronounced outlines. The Cyberverse character models would later be recycled for use in the ~~(canceled?)~~ ''[[Nezha~~: Transformers (cartoon)\|Nezha:~~ Transformers]]'' animated series.		Like its predecessors, ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (cartoon)\|Transformers: Cyberverse]]'' opted for a cel-shaded CG animation style, courtesy of [[Boulder Media Studio]] and [[Xentrix Studios]]. The animation in ''Cyberverse'' was rendered at a comparatively higher framerate than many past shows, resulting in smoother, less-stilted movement. The character models attempt to mimic a hand-drawn look by using more simple and stylized designs that lacked pronounced outlines. The Cyberverse character models would later be recycled for use in the ''[[My Nezha and Transformers]]'' animated series.
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Cyberlink420: /* Transformers: EarthSpark (2022–present) */

2024-07-03T20:16:36Z

Transformers: EarthSpark (2022–present)

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	==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (2022–present)==		==''Transformers: EarthSpark'' (2022–present)==
	~~The newest entry in the franchise,~~ ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation by [[Icon Creative Studio]]~~, using~~ a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.		''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (cartoon)\|Transformers: EarthSpark]]'' features full CGI animation, initially by [[Icon Creative Studio]] in Season 1 before transferring to [[88 Pictures]] in Season 2. The series uses a style not too dissimilar to ''Transformers: Prime'' before it, but with much more stylized effects such as explosions and laser fire.

	==Fiction==		==Fiction==

Chugway1138: The old video is no longer available on YouTube. I hope the "prototype" (as the title calls it) is good enough to use as a replacement.

2023-11-07T06:16:00Z

The old video is no longer available on YouTube. I hope the "prototype" (as the title calls it) is good enough to use as a replacement.

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	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* Of all the Transformers TV shows that have aired in the U.S. (counting the ''Generation 2'' cartoon), the only two that have not used any CGI at all are ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1]]'' and ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)\|Animated]]''.		* Of all the Transformers TV shows that have aired in the U.S. (counting the ''Generation 2'' cartoon), the only two that have not used any CGI at all are ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1]]'' and ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)\|Animated]]''.
	* A [[Toys"R"Us]] Big Book ad airing in late 2009 briefly featured CGI versions of the movie [[Optimus Prime (Movie)\|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] not animated by [[Industrial Light & Magic\|ILM]] [~~http~~://www.youtube.com/watch?v=~~3Lqn_H0uPL8~~]. The CGI models appear to be based on the 2009 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 2\|Leader Class Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 2\|Deluxe Class Bumblebee]] toys and utilize the same transformations as the toys without any apparent morphing (essentially computer rendered versions of the toys and their transformations).		* A [[Toys"R"Us]] Big Book ad airing in late 2009 briefly featured CGI versions of the movie [[Optimus Prime (Movie)\|Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] not animated by [[Industrial Light & Magic\|ILM]] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVuthEFP8mk]. The CGI models appear to be based on the 2009 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 2\|Leader Class Optimus Prime]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Deluxe Class toys 2\|Deluxe Class Bumblebee]] toys and utilize the same transformations as the toys without any apparent morphing (essentially computer rendered versions of the toys and their transformations).

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Cyberlink420: /* The Unicron Trilogy (2003–2006) */

2023-06-25T03:56:40Z

The Unicron Trilogy (2003–2006)

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	On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.		On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.

	Less embarrassing for the era was the CGI used in the cutscenes for tie-in game ''[[Transformers (PS2)]]'', provided by [[Buildup (Company)\|Buildup]]. The animation though not flawless, was leaps and bounds better than most of the CGI seen in either the anime released at the same time, or the equally cheap-looking (and rather confusingly titled) ''[[The Transformers (PS2)]]''.		Less embarrassing for the era was the CGI used in the cutscenes for tie-in game ''[[Transformers (Armada PS2)\|Transformers]]'', provided by [[Buildup (Company)\|Buildup]]. The animation though not flawless, was leaps and bounds better than most of the CGI seen in either the anime released at the same time, or the equally cheap-looking (and rather confusingly titled) ''[[The Transformers (G1 PS2)\|The Transformers]]''.
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	==Generation 2 (1993–1994)==		==Generation 2 (1993–1994)==
	[[Image:Cybernet Spacecube.JPG\|right\|150px\|thumb\|Cube 4: Superdupercube]]		[[Image:Cybernet Spacecube.JPG\|right\|150px\|thumb\|Cube 4: Superdupercube]]
	The [[Transformers: Generation 2\|''Generation 2'']] [[Transformers: Generation 2 (cartoon)\|"cartoon"]] was simply the [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]] with a new CGI opening, and new scene-transitions featuring the nefarious [[Cybernet Space Cube]]. These segments added nothing but glitz (and annoyance) to the cartoon, and are mostly forgotten. You can thank studios [[Doros Motion]] and [[Lamb & Company]] for that.		The [[Transformers: Generation 2\|''Generation 2'']] [[Transformers: Generation 2 (cartoon)\|"cartoon"]] was simply the [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]] with a new CGI opening, and new scene-transitions featuring the nefarious [[Cybernet Space Cube]]. These segments added nothing but glitz (and annoyance) to the cartoon, and are mostly forgotten. You can thank studios [[Doros Motion]] and [[Lamb & Company]] for that.

	CGI was used more extensively in ''Generation 2''{{'}}s [[commercial]]s. Entire segments were computer animated for early commercials advertising the toys and the comic. Initially the CGI, as provided by Lamb & Company, was quite primitive. Later, more advanced techniques were used to allow computer-animated characters to interact with live-action actors. These ads were handled by a different studio, [[AFCG Inc]].		CGI was used more extensively in ''Generation 2''{{'}}s [[commercial]]s. Entire segments were computer animated for early commercials advertising the toys and the comic. Initially the CGI, as provided by Lamb & Company, was quite primitive. Later, more advanced techniques were used to allow computer-animated characters to interact with live-action actors. These ads were handled by a different studio, [[AFCG Inc]].
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	==The Beast Era (1996–2000)==		==The Beast Era (1996–2000)==
	[[Image:BWPart1 beastmodes.jpg\|left\|300px\|thumb\|"Tarantulas! Find us some mood lighting, too!"]]		[[Image:BWPart1 beastmodes.jpg\|left\|300px\|thumb\|"Tarantulas! Find us some mood lighting, too!"]]
	Both ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' were fully CGI, created by [[Mainframe Entertainment]] of Canada. ''Beast Wars'' was a bit primitive, even in its day. (It is notorious for lacking shadows except when vital.) Its animation quality improved steadily over time, most obviously in comparisons of the landscape between first and third seasons. ''Beast Machines'' was a further step forward, and holds up reasonably well even by modern standards. Both are praised for their good use of facial expressions and body language.		Both ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' and ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' were fully CGI, created by [[Mainframe Entertainment]] of Canada. ''Beast Wars'' was a bit primitive, even in its day. (It is notorious for lacking shadows except when vital.) Its animation quality improved steadily over time, most obviously in comparisons of the landscape between first and third seasons. ''Beast Machines'' was a further step forward, and holds up reasonably well even by modern standards. Both are praised for their good use of facial expressions and body language.

	Several of the commercials would also utilize CG graphics featuring the toys, most notably the very first ad with animation provided by AFCG, and the commercial for Inferno and Cybershark, using utterly primitive CGI on the latter.		Several of the commercials would also utilize CG graphics featuring the toys, most notably the very first ad with animation provided by AFCG, and the commercial for Inferno and Cybershark, using utterly primitive CGI on the latter.
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	==''The Unicron Trilogy'' (2003–2006)==		==''The Unicron Trilogy'' (2003–2006)==
	[[Image:CobyLoriWedding.jpg\|right\|300px\|thumb\|"Yes...but a fire truck is bigger. Much, much bigger."]]		[[Image:CobyLoriWedding.jpg\|right\|300px\|thumb\|"Yes...but a fire truck is bigger. Much, much bigger."]]
	While the show was mostly animated in 2D, ''[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)\|Armada]]'' would Utilize CGI in smaller capacities, including laser blasts, the ending sequence involving the x-rays of the robots and the very primitive use of After Effects' default actions used throughout. The only real CGI models seen in the series are the [[Hyperion (Armada)\|Hyperion]], the [[Exodus (Armada)\|Exodus]], and the [[Doomsday]] in "[[First Encounter]]". These effects and the aforementioned ships would be handled by [[Raretrick]].		While the show was mostly animated in 2D, ''[[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)\|Armada]]'' would Utilize CGI in smaller capacities, including laser blasts, the ending sequence involving the x-rays of the robots and the very primitive use of After Effects' default actions used throughout. The only real CGI models seen in the series are the [[Hyperion (Armada)\|Hyperion]], the [[Exodus (Armada)\|Exodus]], and the [[Doomsday]] in "[[First Encounter]]". These effects and the aforementioned ships would be handled by [[Raretrick]].

	Released between ''Armada'' and ''Energon'', ''[[Robotmasters (cartoon)\|Robotmasters]]'' would be an all CGI title handled by [[Studio A-CAT]], with many of the featured characters making their first (and for some, like [[Lio Convoy]] and [[Star Saber (G1)\|Star Saber]], only) appearances in CG form.		Released between ''Armada'' and ''Energon'', ''[[Robotmasters (cartoon)\|Robotmasters]]'' would be an all CGI title handled by [[Studio A-CAT]], with many of the featured characters making their first (and for some, like [[Lio Convoy (BW)\|Lio Convoy]] and [[Star Saber (G1)\|Star Saber]], only) appearances in CG form.

	The last two-thirds of the [[Unicron Trilogy]], ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)\|Energon]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)\|Cybertron]]'', both used shaded CGI for the Transformer characters, and hand-drawn animation for almost everything else (humans, backgrounds, etc.). Some episodes (e.g., "[[City]]") used CGI for doing complex environments, particularly when the camera needed to be able to move through the environment quickly. The 3D animation for ''Energon'' was handled, like in ''Robotmasters'', by Studio A-CAT, while [[GONZO]] produced ''Cybertron''.		The last two-thirds of the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family\|Unicron Trilogy]], ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)\|Energon]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)\|Cybertron]]'', both used shaded CGI for the Transformer characters, and hand-drawn animation for almost everything else (humans, backgrounds, etc.). Some episodes (e.g., "[[City]]") used CGI for doing complex environments, particularly when the camera needed to be able to move through the environment quickly. The 3D animation for ''Energon'' was handled, like in ''Robotmasters'', by Studio A-CAT, while [[GONZO]] produced ''Cybertron''.

	In comparison to the Beast Era, the character animation in ''Robotmasters'', ''Energon'' and ''Cybertron'' was generally unimpressive and often primitive in execution. For an extensive discussion of its flaws, see ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)#Production flaws\|Energon, Production flaws]]''.		In comparison to the Beast Era, the character animation in ''Robotmasters'', ''Energon'' and ''Cybertron'' was generally unimpressive and often primitive in execution. For an extensive discussion of its flaws, see ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)#Production flaws\|Energon, Production flaws]]''.

	On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.		On the positive side, the character models were [[Toy-accuracy\|toy-accurate]] to a fault, reproducing the design and transformations of the toys in detail. Some character models even featured switches, knobs and buttons that activate the toy's gimmick.
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	==The live-action films (2007–present)==		==The live-action films (2007–present)==
	[[Image:Movie Scorponok leapsout.jpg\|left\|300px\|thumb\|"Oh, crap! He's got 5,000 pieces of geometry, and over 1,000,000 polygons! Run!"]]		[[Image:Movie Scorponok leapsout.jpg\|left\|300px\|thumb\|"Oh, crap! He's got 5,000 pieces of geometry, and over 1,000,000 polygons! Run!"]]
	The [[live-action film series]], obviously, used CGI extensively, most spectacularly for almost all appearances of the Transformer characters in robot mode. The lion's share of CG work on the films was rendered by [[Industrial Light & Magic]], with [[Digital Domain]], [[Base FX]], [[Rodeo FX]], [[Scanline]], [[Moving Picture Company]], [[WetaFX]] and other smaller companies doing the rest.		The [[live-action film series]], obviously, used CGI extensively, most spectacularly for almost all appearances of the Transformer characters in robot mode. The lion's share of CG work on the films was rendered by [[Industrial Light & Magic]], with [[Digital Domain]], [[Base FX]], [[Rodeo FX]], [[Scanline]], [[Moving Picture Company]], [[WetaFX]] and other smaller companies doing the rest.

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	==''Transformers: Prime'' (2010–2013)==		==''Transformers: Prime'' (2010–2013)==
	[[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|"Miko, ain't you stubbies s'posed to be hand-drawn? [[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)\|Or was that a bad dream I had?]]"]]		[[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg\|right\|250px\|thumb\|"Miko, ain't you stubbies s'posed to be hand-drawn? [[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)\|Or was that a bad dream I had?]]"]]
	The ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)\|Transformers: Prime]]'' TV series was a return to fully-CG animation for the brand. Utilizing over a decade of technical evolution and a more than 100-fold increase in computer processing power, a mix of 2D and 3D animation was used to create more realistic landscapes and characters with realistic textures and movement - a far cry from the CGI in the Unicron Trilogy. The show was animated by [[Polygon Pictures]].		The ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)\|Transformers: Prime]]'' TV series was a return to fully-CG animation for the brand. Utilizing over a decade of technical evolution and a more than 100-fold increase in computer processing power, a mix of 2D and 3D animation was used to create more realistic landscapes and characters with realistic textures and movement - a far cry from the CGI in the Unicron Trilogy. The show was animated by [[Polygon Pictures]].
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