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Fry uses a doomsday device to break the comet, creating an entirely new color. However, because the animation is black and white, the audience (and characters) see only shades of gray. Segment 2: "Future Challenge 3000" (8-Bit Video Game Style)

Unlike the show's standard animation, " Reincarnation " consists of three segments, each reimagining the Planet Express crew through a distinct artistic lens. While the stories are self-contained, they are loosely linked by a "diamondium" comet that is discovered and subsequently destroyed. A recurring meta-joke throughout the episode involves key plot points being obscured by the technical limitations of the animation style—such as a new color being shown in black and white.

This segment parodies the "rubber-hose" animation of the 1920s and 30s, specifically referencing Fleischer Studios (creators of Popeye and Betty Boop ). Futurama - Season 6Eps26

The second segment transitions into the low-resolution aesthetic of 1980s arcade and 8-bit console games.

Fans voted the episode into the during the 2013 "Fanarama" marathon on Comedy Central. Futurama: "Reincarnation" Review - IGN Fry uses a doomsday device to break the

Professor Farnsworth discovers a comet made of diamondium , the hardest substance in the universe. Fry attempts to secure a massive gem from it to propose to Leela.

Dr. Zoidberg saves the planet by performing an "intricate" dance of peace. Due to the segment’s limited animation budget (parodying 70s anime), the dance is depicted as a series of still poses with camera pans. Critical Reception While the stories are self-contained, they are loosely

The following analysis explores the 26th and final episode of Futurama ’s sixth season. Originally aired on Comedy Central on September 8, 2011, this non-canonical anthology episode serves as a stylistic tribute to different eras of animation. Overview: Form as Narrative