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iwot Studios Partners With Thomas Vu for Wheel of Time Game and Animated Slate

The deal reflects a transmedia strategy to revive growth after Amazon's cancellation.

Overview

  • iwot Studios announced a production partnership with Thomas Vu and Anthony Borquez’s Initiate Entertainment to develop new projects based on The Wheel of Time.
  • The slate comprises a PC/mobile video game, multiple animated feature films, and an animated television series.
  • iwot said these Vu-led efforts are distinct from previously announced titles including 3D feature The White Tower, Kari Skogland’s live-action Age of Legends, and the AAA RPGs in development at iwot Games Montréal.
  • The new game is positioned to broaden the franchise’s reach across platforms and engage fans worldwide.
  • The animated film and TV projects are described as youth-focused and currently have no attached streamers or distributors.