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Amazon suggests IO Interactive might not return for 007 First Light sequel
Amazon Games boss Jeff Gattis indicated that future sequels to the game 007 First Light will be developed in-house by MGM and Amazon Game Studios, suggesting developer IO Interactive may not return. While Amazon owns the James Bond IP rights through its acquisition of MGM, the deal for First Light was already in place before this acquisition. Gattis also highlighted Amazon's commitment to expanding its video game offerings, particularly those tied to transmedia properties.
Uncharted 3 co-director and The Dragon Prince co-creator joins the Overwatch team, once again reigniting hopes for an…
Justin Richmond, co-director of Uncharted 3 and co-creator of The Dragon Prince, has joined Blizzard Entertainment as the new Franchise Creative Director for Overwatch. This appointment has reignited community hopes for an Overwatch animated series, a possibility that has also been hinted at by Overwatch general manager Walter Kong.
Remedy Entertainment CEO: Alan Wake and Control should have sold more
Remedy Entertainment's new CEO, Jean-Charles Gaudechon, believes that Alan Wake and Control should have achieved greater commercial success. He aims to expand the audience for these IPs through transmedia projects, including partnerships with Annapurna Pictures for film and TV adaptations, while also focusing on improving game development and exploring new markets.
Blizzard Boss Wouldn't Rule Out Overwatch Animated Series, Knows Fans Have Wanted It for Years
Blizzard Entertainment is considering expanding the Overwatch universe, with an animated series being a possibility that has been discussed. The company is also exploring other collaborations, such as the recent one with Fortnite.
NiFe WARS Halts Mobile Game on May 31, Shifts to Transmedia Growth
WAGMI Game Co. will indefinitely suspend its mobile game, NiFe WARS: Last Defense, on May 31 to shift focus towards a transmedia strategy including comics, collectibles, and an anime series. This decision follows poor player retention in mobile gaming and strong success with a comic book launch, indicating a strategic reallocation of resources. Holders of NFTs and tokens will continue to see utility in the new transmedia offerings.
Switch 2 outpacing original Switch after nearing 20 million sales
The Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed the original Nintendo Switch in sales during its first full fiscal year, selling 19.86 million units worldwide since its June 2025 launch. Nintendo forecasts continued strong adoption despite expecting year-on-year sales declines in FY27. The company also reported significant success with its transmedia initiatives, including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Rebellion has its fingers in all the pies
UK-based company Rebellion has built a significant transmedia empire, extending beyond its well-known games like Sniper Elite and Atomfall into books, comics, board games, movies, and even a costume company. The company's strategy focuses on authenticity and allowing IPs to find success before expanding into other media, as seen with Atomfall becoming a TV series after its commercial success. Rebellion's commitment to independence and its in-house engine, Asura, are key to its long-term sustainability.
HEREDIS - ECHOES OF THE PAST
Ubisoft is collaborating with The 7 Fingers, Behaviour Interactive, and Décibels Productions to create "HEREDIS - Echoes of the Past," an original stage show based on the Assassin's Creed video game series. The production will feature circus artists, acrobats, actors, and dancers, blending acrobatics, parkour, and combat within immersive visual environments. The show will premiere in Montreal in December 2026 before embarking on a world tour, including a stop in Paris in January 2027.
Mortal Kombat Studio is “Definitely Pursuing” Another Entry in the Franchise
NetherRealm Studios boss Ed Boon has confirmed that the studio is actively pursuing another entry in the Mortal Kombat franchise, alongside other unannounced projects including potential transmedia endeavors. The previous title, Mortal Kombat 1, was released in 2023 and has sold 8 million copies, while its predecessor, Mortal Kombat 11, achieved 15 million sales. The studio has shifted focus to new projects after concluding post-launch content for Mortal Kombat 1.
Rebellion's Atomfall is being turned into a TV series
Rebellion's post-apocalyptic survival-action game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV series through a co-production with Two Brothers Pictures. The series will expand on the game's mythology, inspired by the 1957 Windscale disaster, while maintaining its distinct British tone and themes. Rebellion has also announced that Atomfall has reached over 3.7 million players globally since its launch on March 27, 2025.
Games and movies are rushing to jump into bed while they're still getting to know each other | Opinion
The London Games Festival highlighted the growing excitement and challenges in adapting video games into films and TV shows. While interest and the number of projects are increasing, a significant gap in understanding between the gaming and film industries persists regarding deal-making and creative control. Both sides are learning to adapt to each other's business practices to capitalize on lucrative partnerships.
