New information have been revealed recently about the Anime adaptation of Ingress. The anime will premiere on Fuji TV‘s new +Ultra programming block in October 2018.
The anime adaptation will be directed by Sakuragi Yuhei and produced by Ishii Tomohiko. Honda Takeshi will be original character designer and CRAFTAR is the animation studio.
Synopsis
A project was launched where scientists discovered a mysterious substance that can interface directly with the human brain. This substance, called “Exotic Matter (XM),” has existed since ancient times, influencing human minds and the progress of humanity. In the wake of this discovery, a battle of powerful nations and corporate giants has been unleashed. Organizations across the globe have embarked on a secret race to exploit XM. It represents both an opportunity and a threat to humanity. Two Factions seeks to control the XM. The Enlightened view XM’s power as a gift that enhances human experience and discovery. The Resistance sees XM as a hostile takeover of the human mind, choosing technology as humanity’s best path forward. XM, and the mystery behind it lie at the center of this battle for the fate of humanity.
2018—Now, a new struggle is about to unfold in Tokyo and across the globe. Dangerous and powerful forces seeking to exploit the potential of XM will collide. This groundbreaking project will mark the beginning of an epic augmented-reality experience combining the three elements of animation, location-based gaming, and the real world.
Main Characters
The three main characters have been revealed. Meet Makoto, Sarah and Jack.
More information coming soon. Stay tuned at NBGEEK Anime Central.
