Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir Season 6, premiered January 24, 2025, in Brazil and March 23, 2025, in France, redefines animation with Unreal Engine 5 and in-house production. This overhaul delivers stunning visuals and a bold new arc, setting a new standard for the series.
Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade
Switching from Autodesk Maya to UNREAL Engine 5, Season 6 rebuilds all assets for compatibility and longevity. Nanite and Lumen create vibrant, detailed Paris settings and expressive character designs, like Cosmobug’s upgraded costume, rivaling the 2023 Miraculous movie.
Creator Thomas Astruc noted on X that old Maya assets were outdated, necessitating the change.
In-House at Dwarf Animation
Animation now happens in France at @dwarf_animation, ending outsourcing to studios like SAMG. This ensures consistency and faster workflows, with cold opens and post-end card scenes adding cinematic flair, as seen in the teaser’s dynamic fights.
Fresh Visuals, New Story
Titled Un nouveau départ, Season 6 follows Marinette and Adrien against villain Cerise Bianca. Unreal’s tech crafts mature designs and an eco-friendly Paris, balancing movie-like realism with the show’s charm, though some fans on Reddit note a “too polished” look.
Why It Matters
Season 6’s Unreal Engine shift and in-house animation mark a trend in TV production, offering a scalable model for long-running series. Despite high costs, the vibrant visuals elevate Miraculous for its next decade. See the trailer on Disney Channel’s YouTube!
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