Nex to Launch ‘Miraculous’ Active Runner Game

The newly formed Miraculous Corp – a joint venture between Mediawan, an independent European production studio led by Pierre-Antoine Capton, and ZAG, Jeremy Zag’s independent animation studio that reunites all facets of the Miraculous franchise – has partnered with Nex, a motion technology company, to develop an endless runner game for the global market for “Miraculous.”  “Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash” will launch this fall in the U.S., exclusively on the Nex Playground console.  

Based on the globally popular animated TV series, “Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir,” and the blockbuster animated feature, “Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie,” “Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash” uses proprietary AI motion-tracking technology developed by Nex, allowing players to be immersed in an experience using their natural body movement. The game is suitable for ages 5 and up.  

“In Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash,” kids play as Marinette and Ladybug on a mad dash through Paris to defeat her most dangerous enemies. Players use their whole bodies to race Marinette through the boulevards and alleyways of Paris – leaping across rooftops, diving under gates and avoiding obstacles. If Marinette collects enough Miraculous jewels, she transforms into Ladybug with super agility powers and her magic yo-yo weapon. She’ll need these to defeat increasingly tough villains like Stormy Weather and Reverser all the way up to the ultimate bad guy, Hawk Moth. 

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“With sophisticated design and easy set-up, Nex Playground transforms living rooms into an active digital play space for families,” says Julian Jacob, chief operating officer, Miraculous Corp. “We are confident that our Miraculous fans across the globe will be delighted to stand in Ladybug’s shoes as they move their bodies and use arm gestures to save Marinette’s beloved city of Paris from evil villains.” 

“Nex is thrilled to bring its active gaming technology to Miraculous,” says David Lee, chief executive officer, co-founder, Nex. “We’re bringing the brand to life in new ways, and Miraculous fans can now truly become their favorite superhero.”