Video Game Adaptations
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The Sequel to One of Gaming's Greatest Animes Will Finally Be Shown Off Next Week
A first look at the second season of the anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners will be revealed next week on Monday, June 29th. The article expresses excitement for the sequel, questioning potential changes in art direction, protagonist, and returning characters.
"Call of Duty is bigger than the Marvel Cinematic Universe": New Xbox CEO brags as more of its games turn to…
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma claims the Call of Duty franchise is larger than the Marvel Cinematic Universe, citing its success in video games and upcoming adaptations. While the MCU has grossed over $30 billion, Sharma believes Call of Duty's consistent sales and popular free-to-play titles give it broader cultural impact. Xbox is expanding its gaming IPs into film and TV, with projects based on Gears of War, Sea of Thieves, Minecraft, Fallout, and Wolfenstein in development.
Xbox boss declares Call Of Duty is bigger than Marvel and the MCU
Xbox boss Asha Sharma has claimed that the Call of Duty franchise is financially larger than the Marvel Cinematic Universe, citing revenue figures. While acknowledging Call of Duty's significant financial success, the article notes that the MCU has generated more cultural fervor and hype, particularly with recent trailer view counts. Sharma also highlighted the success of Xbox's video game adaptations like Fallout and Minecraft, and announced plans for a Sea of Thieves live-action movie.
Netflix's Gears of War movie sounds like it will be set just before the events of the first game
Netflix's upcoming Gears of War movie will serve as a prequel, focusing on the origin story of Delta Squad and their fight against the Locust creatures. Xbox executive Matt Booty highlighted the 'Never Fight Alone' theme as a strong narrative starting point. The film's setting appears to precede the events of the original Gears of War game, potentially aligning with the timeline of the recently announced Gears of War: E-Day.
Xbox has over a dozen film and TV adaptations in the works, including a Sea of Thieves movie from Spider-Man's…
Xbox is developing a live-action movie based on the pirate adventure game Sea of Thieves, in partnership with Destin Daniel Cretton's production company Hisako Films. This adaptation is part of Xbox's broader slate of video game-to-screen projects, which includes upcoming films for Gears of War and Death Stranding, and a TV show for Wolfenstein. No director or writer has been attached to the Sea of Thieves movie yet.
Sea of Thieves live action movie is in development
A live-action movie based on the video game Sea of Thieves is in development, with Destin Daniel Cretton's production company Hisako Films attached. While Cretton is not directing, the project is moving forward with a focus on the game's distinct tone and social community aspects. Xbox is actively pursuing video game adaptations, having already seen success with properties like Halo and Fallout.
Wallace and Gromit studio's long-awaited stop-motion Pokémon series is heading to a particularly "fitting" region when it releases next year
The Pokémon Company and Aardman have revealed new details about their upcoming stop-motion series, Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, set to release in 2027. The series will be set in the Galar region, the debut location for Sirfetch'd, and will feature the distinctive humor and physical comedy characteristic of Aardman's productions.
How Ninja Theory Paved A Way For The Elden Ring Movie
Despite potential closure, Ninja Theory's legacy in game development and its influence on filmmaking are highlighted, particularly its collaboration with Alex Garland on titles like Enslaved: Odyssey to the West and DmC: Devil May Cry. This experience is credited with Alex Garland's approach to writing and directing the upcoming Elden Ring movie adaptation.
Blumhouse CEO tells fans to "have faith" after bringing on board a lesser-known horror helmer to direct the…
Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum defended the choice of Icelandic filmmaker Thordur Palsson to direct the upcoming Dead by Daylight movie adaptation, urging fans to have faith. Palsson is known for the Netflix series The Valhalla Murders and the upcoming monster movie The Damned. Blum drew parallels to the success of Five Nights at Freddy's director Emma Tammi, who was also not widely known before helming the hit video game adaptation.
After second season success, the Twisted Metal TV show is back with the legendary Mark Hammill in a familiar role
Mark Hamill has joined the cast of Peacock's Twisted Metal TV series for its third season, playing the recurring role of Pope Charlie Kane. Kane is the father of the iconic character Sweet Tooth. Anthony Mackie, who stars as John Doe and executive produces, expressed excitement about Hamill joining the production.
Dead by Daylight movie officially greenlit at Blumhouse, but still no word on which horror icons could appear
Blumhouse has officially greenlit a Dead by Daylight movie, with Thordur Palsson set to direct. The film, based on the popular multiplayer horror game, is expected to begin filming in 2027. While no cast has been announced, fans have been speculating about potential actors for survivor and killer roles.
Baldur's Gate 3 Karlach actor teases more about whether the "key cast" will return for the HBO sequel…
Samantha Béart, the actor for Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3, has teased the potential return of the game's "key cast" for the upcoming HBO television sequel series. Show creator Craig Mazin has expressed interest in having the main actors appear, though Béart's comments were characteristically humorous and left the specifics open to interpretation. Mazin previously worked on HBO's The Last of Us adaptation.
Your dad's favorite show might become a videogame
Paramount Games Studio, a new division of Paramount, is exploring the possibility of developing video games based on its popular television franchises, including Yellowstone and its adjacent titles. Shawn Kittelsen, head of creative and production, stated that these shows are priorities for the studio, which recently announced its first game, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The team behind the Fallout television adaptation discussed the upcoming second season, which will continue the dystopian narrative based on the popular video game franchise. The series is produced by Amazon Studios.
Jason Momoa Is Reportedly No Longer Involved with the Upcoming Helldivers Movie
Actor Jason Momoa is reportedly no longer attached to star in the upcoming Helldivers movie adaptation. The film, set to be directed by Justin Lin, is scheduled for a November 2027 release. Sony is reportedly seeking a new lead actor for the project, which has yet to reveal story details.
Jason Momoa has exited as the lead of the Helldivers movie, just two months after the director said he was "only…
Jason Momoa has exited his lead role in the upcoming Helldivers movie, based on Arrowhead Game Studios' franchise. Director Justin Lin expressed disappointment, having previously stated Momoa was the only person who could capture the character's essence. The reason for Momoa's departure was not disclosed, but he has a busy schedule with other film projects.
A Star Trek horror game is just wild enough to work, but not the one Bloober Team is making
Bloober Team is developing a Star Trek horror game featuring the character Ro Laren. While the combination of the developer, license, and genre is surprising, the author expresses skepticism about horror being a good fit for Star Trek's optimistic tone. The article also mentions Star Trek: Outposts Unknown and Star Trek Online as other current Star Trek game projects.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie crosses $1bn worldwide, but its predecessor still retains the video game adaptation crown
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office earnings, making it the first film of 2026 to reach this milestone. Despite critical reviews, the film has achieved significant commercial success for Nintendo, Universal Pictures, and Illumination, with its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, still holding the record for highest-grossing video game adaptation.
Among Us cast and creator says you don't have to be a fan of the game to enjoy the show, but there are Easter eggs…
The creator of the new animated TV series based on Among Us, Owen Dennis, states that the show is designed to be enjoyable for those unfamiliar with the game, while still including Easter eggs for fans. Several voice actors, including Kimiko Glenn and Elijah Wood, have never played the game themselves but praise its smart and funny writing. The series aims to stand on its own merits, drawing inspiration from sci-fi classics like The Thing and Alien.
Why The Last Ronin Is Perfect for a TMNT Game
The comic book series The Last Ronin is an ideal source for a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles video game due to its compelling narrative and mature themes. This article explores why the comic's unique story makes it a perfect fit for a game adaptation.