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Recent reports indicate that Universal's ambitious plans for the NCU have hit a roadblock. While they hoped to roll out new films annually, Nintendo has stalled on greenlighting anything beyond a sequel to the Mario film and a tenuous Metroid project, which would require strict script approval from Nintendo. Adding to the tension is the separate deal Nintendo struck with Sony for a live-action Zelda adaptation, leading many to believe that Universal had been left out in the cold, conducting negotiations for an animated Zelda film while Nintendo pursued independent projects.

A Dwindling Project Lineup

The timeline for upcoming projects has shifted dramatically, reducing exciting upcoming film possibilities. As it stands, we have the following: