IGN Fan Fest 2024: A Gathering of Entertainment Giants

The IGN Fan Fest 2024 was a two-day event filled with excitement, anticipation, and the biggest names in the entertainment industry. From games to movies, TV shows, anime, and comics, the event showcased a plethora of reveals, trailers, interviews, and more. In this article, we will delve deeper into the highlights of the IGN Fan Fest 2024 and the insights shared by the industry giants.

Dune: Part Two Cast on Practical Effects
The focus on practical effects in Dune: Part Two has made its universe more real than ever before. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, and Dave Bautista shared their experiences of being immersed in the practical environment and how it allowed them to get lost in the scenes. Dave Bautista, who plays Rabban of House Harkonnen, emphasized the importance of practical effects, stating, “It allows you to just be completely immersed and you don’t have to depend on your imagination because everything is just there for you.”

Fallout Cast on Authenticity to the Games
The Fallout cast, including Walton Goggins, Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, and Kyle MacLachlan, discussed their upcoming show, Prime Video’s Fallout, and how it is staying authentic to the games. They shared their preparation process for their roles and Todd Howard’s involvement on set.

Avatar: Animated Series Voice Actor’s Advice for the Live-Action Cast
The stars of Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action remake shared the story of how one of the original series’ voice actors gave them valuable advice before filming. They also revealed the moments they are most excited to see in the live-action adaptation.

Avatar Characters’ Bending Abilities as Chosen by the Live-Action Avatar Cast
The stars of Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action remake used their elemental expertise to determine what kind of powers Netflix characters like Wednesday Addams and Eleven would wield.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Director on Pink Godzilla
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire director Adam Wingard shared new details on the upcoming film, including why Godzilla is partially pink now. He explained, “I wanted it to be part of the major drive of the story, why Godzilla was getting this new look.”

WWE 2K24: Dusty Rhodes vs. ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham
WWE 2K24 is set to be released on March 8, 2024, and we have a new look at gameplay in the form of a battle between legendary wrestler Dusty Rhodes and his greatest rival, ‘Superstar’ Billy Graham.

Kevin Eastman on New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the co-writer of TMNT: The Last Ronin II Re-Evolution gave IGN Fan Fest a new look at the new comic that is set to be released on March 6, 2024. He shared how the team wanted to make the four new turtles distinct and adapt The Last Ronin to a video game.

The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live Showrunner on Ending
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live has many fans questioning how Rick and Michonne’s story will end. Executive producer, co-creator, and showrunner Scott Gimbal shared his hopes for the conclusion, stating, “I think there’s also an incredibly satisfying ending to a very long story.”

Star Trek: Discovery’s Final Season: Adventure Vibe
The Star Trek: Discovery team, including Sonequa Martin-Green, Doug Jones, Wilson Cruz, and Anthony Rapp, discussed their hopes for the ending of the final season. They emphasized the importance of representation and the ‘adventure vibe’ in the final ride.

Capcom on Street Fighter 6 DLC Character Ed and Akuma Tease
Street Fighter 6 director Takayuki Nakayama and producer Shuhei Matsumoto talked about the upcoming DLC character Ed and gave a little Akuma tease. They explained that Ed was the prototype for the modern controls in Street Fighter 6 and his move roster has been updated.

In conclusion, the IGN Fan Fest 2024 was a remarkable event that brought together the biggest names in the entertainment industry. The reveals, trailers, interviews, and more provided fans with a deeper understanding of their favorite franchises and a glimpse into what’s to come. The insights shared by the industry giants offered valuable insights into their creative processes and the future of their projects.