Tim Miller Explains the Inspiration Behind Secret Level

Tim Miller Explains the Inspiration Behind Secret Level

Key Takeaways

  • Anthology series on Amazon Prime, Secret Level, to feature episodes inspired by different games.
  • Created by Tim Miller and Blur Studios, the series showcases visual innovation and hybrid art styles.
  • Premiering on December 10, 2024, the show aims to bridge the gap between gaming and creative projects.

As a gamer who has spent countless hours navigating through pixelated worlds and digital realms, I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming Amazon Prime series, Secret Level. With its innovative visuals and hybrid art styles inspired by beloved games, it’s like a dream come true for gamers everywhere.


Enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating an anthology series about video games, created by a renowned team, which promises to be the last big gaming event of the year. Here, the creators share their insights into this intriguing concept.

On the Amazon Prime platform, where Prime Gaming offers gaming services and Prime Video provides streaming, Secret Level, an anthology series inspired by various video games, found a fitting residence. The show garnered significant interest when it started revealing its game collaborations in the upcoming release. Furthermore, the fact that the show was conceived by Tim Miller and Blur Studios, in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios, added to its appeal. Notably, Miller is renowned for his Emmy-winning creation, Love, Death & Robots.

Enthusiasts and commentators alike have expressed significant admiration for Miller’s past work, recognizing that numerous episodes of Love, Death & Robots could potentially expand into standalone series or even feature films. Now, fans can learn about the factors that motivated Miller to embark on his next venture in an interview with Variety. Creator Tim Miller was questioned about the genesis of the upcoming series and offered a direct response: “The concept appears straightforward – develop unique narratives around video game characters,” Miller said. “This is essentially what my company, Blur, has been doing for nearly three decades. When I sold Love, Death & Robots to Netflix, I showcased some game animations from Blur studio and stated, ‘Provide us with funds, and we’ll deliver more content like this.’ We now have 15 distinct games, so we can tap into the fanbase from all those titles, ranging from ‘Warhammer’ to ‘Sifu.’ This audience will help elevate all the productions in our harbor.

In the upcoming series, notable games such as God of War will showcase unique and impactful visual styles, but when asked about the aesthetic of Secret Level, Miller hinted at the opportunity to incorporate the team’s distinctive art direction. He explains that each episode has a polished version of the game’s look, yet the versatility allows for experimentation in visual storytelling like with Mega Man or Pac Man. This blend of familiar design and innovative visual approaches is designed to offer an engaging experience for both gamers and casual viewers exploring Secret Level.

The upcoming show is promising and might foster further partnerships between video games and innovative creative ventures. Audience members can anticipate another exceptional performance from Miller and his colleagues when “Secret Level” premieres towards the end of the year, allegedly featuring the episode inspired by the shuttered hero shooter “Concord,” despite its dramatic collapse and termination. To find out how the Concord episode, along with the rest, performs (a play on words), viewers will need to tune in.

On December 10, 2024, the much-anticipated film “Secret Level” will be available for streaming, and can only be found on Amazon Prime Video.

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2024-11-18 01:24