Video Game Adaptations
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Devil May Cry showrunner thinks most video game movie announcements "won't come to fruition" or will be…
The showrunner for the Devil May Cry series believes that many announced video game movie and TV adaptations will not be completed or will fall short of expectations. He notes that while there's a surge in announcements, the actual production faces corporate hurdles and the risk of becoming mere brand extensions rather than quality content.
Sekiro: No Defeat premieres September 4 in Japan
The anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will premiere in Japan on September 4 for a three-week theatrical run. Kadokawa Corporation, Crunchyroll, Qzil.la, and ARCH announced the premiere and revealed the main visual. The anime will stream globally on Crunchyroll, excluding certain regions.
Mortal Kombat 2 producer launches a bizarre attack over negative reviews despite its 74% Rotten Tomatoes score
Mortal Kombat 2 producer Todd Garner has criticized negative reviews for the film, stating that some critics do not understand the game's lore or fan expectations. Despite a 74% score on Rotten Tomatoes, Garner insists the movie was made for fans rather than critics, highlighting that the film is a sequel for a reason. Reviewer Jordan Farley noted that while the fights deliver, the film is not a flawless victory.
Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Producer Reacts To Divisive Review Scores
Producer Todd Garner has reacted to the mixed reviews for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2 movie, expressing confusion over critics who he believes do not understand the franchise or its fanbase. He drew a parallel to Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto's comments on The Super Mario Bros. Movie reviews. Despite some criticism of Garner's stance, Mortal Kombat 2 has achieved a higher Rotten Tomatoes score than the 2021 film.
Battlefield Movie – Everything We Know, Including Who Could Star And Direct, And The Bidding War For The Rights
A bidding war is reportedly underway for the film rights to the Battlefield video game franchise, with major studios like Apple, Sony, Warner Bros. Discovery, Amazon, Universal, and Netflix in contention. Christopher McQuarrie is attached to write, direct, and produce, with Michael B. Jordan potentially starring. This follows previous failed attempts to adapt the series.
Battlefield Movie - Everything We Know, Including Who Could Star And Direct
A Battlefield movie is reportedly in development with Christopher McQuarrie attached to write, direct, and produce. Michael B. Jordan is also rumored to be involved as a producer and potential star. Multiple studios are reportedly engaged in a bidding war for the film rights, with no release date or plot details yet announced.
Op Ed
This opinion piece argues that James Bond video games have historically struggled to capture the essence of the character and franchise. The author suggests that the character's unique blend of espionage, action, and suave sophistication may be inherently difficult to translate into an interactive medium, leading to a history of mediocre or disappointing game adaptations.
Far Cry 4 director pushes back against Far Cry TV showrunner calling game stories 'pointless' and executes a drive-by on Alien: Earth 'which turned into a kind of weird Peter Pan gets a dog story'
Far Cry 4 director Noah Hawley is developing a TV adaptation of Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise, stating he will not directly adapt existing game stories. Hawley described his approach as finding the core of a 'Far Cry story,' which he believes is a 'fish out of water' narrative. The article also discusses Hawley's previous work and his comments on the 'pointless' nature of existing game stories, drawing parallels to his adaptation of Alien: Earth.
Hear me out: What if James Bond just shouldn't be in videogames?
This opinion piece questions whether James Bond is a suitable protagonist for modern video games, despite the classic status of GoldenEye 007. The author argues that the character's suave demeanor and one-liners, which work well in short film formats, can become tiresome over the longer duration of a game, especially when player actions break the illusion of the character's unflappability.
Resident Evil Movie Director Knows Fans Of The Games May Not Be Happy
Director Zach Cregger discusses his upcoming Resident Evil movie, explaining that it will not adapt existing game stories or feature game characters, but will instead tell a new narrative within the Resident Evil universe. Cregger acknowledges that fans of the games may not be happy with this approach but aims to celebrate the series through thematic elements and easter eggs, drawing inspiration from the resource management and progression found in games like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4.
Finally, someone is making a TV show based on a videogame that I actually want to watch
Rebellion has announced a TV show adaptation for their successful game Atomfall, which was the company's most successful launch in its 30-year history. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone, blending sci-fi, folk horror, action, and comedy elements.
Resident Evil might not have its own Aunt Gladys, but Zach Cregger teases "unique adversaries" that…
Director Zach Cregger, known for his work on 'Weapons,' is adapting the Resident Evil video games into a new horror movie. While discussing the unexpected success of a character from his previous film, Cregger teased that the Resident Evil adaptation will feature 'unique adversaries' that resonate with audiences.
Atomfall is being turned into a TV series
Rebellion's BAFTA award-winning game Atomfall is being adapted into a television series by Two Brothers Pictures. The adaptation will expand upon the game's alternative-history 1962 Northern England setting, which follows a player emerging into a militarized Quarantine Zone after a nuclear disaster. The game's developers, Jason and Chris Kingsley, expressed excitement about the partnership to bring the story to a new medium.
Atomfall TV Show in the Works from Two Brothers Pictures
Rebellion and Two Brothers Pictures have announced that the video game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV show. The series will be written by Harry and Jack Williams, known for their work on Fleabag and The Missing. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone and unsettling story.
Atomfall Joins the Ranks of The Last of Us and Fallout with Its Own TV Series Adaptation
The post-apocalyptic British game Atomfall is being adapted into a television series by Two Brothers Pictures, the production company behind The Tourist. Rebellion, the game's developer and publisher, is involved with Chris and Jason Kingsley serving as executive producers. This adaptation joins other recent video game series like The Last of Us and Fallout.
UK Post-Apocalyptic Survival Game Atomfall To Get TV Adaptation
Rebellion's post-apocalyptic survival game, Atomfall, is being adapted into a television series. The game, which features a unique British setting, will now reach a new audience through this adaptation.
Following in Fallout's footsteps, British post-apocalyptic survival jaunt Atomfall's now getting a TV show too
Rebellion has announced that their post-apocalyptic survival game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV show by Two Brothers Pictures. Harry and Jack Williams are writing the series, with Rebellion's Jason and Chris Kingsley serving as executive producers. While a release date and specific plot details are unconfirmed, the adaptation will explore life in the Windscale quarantine zone.
Atomfall TV show to bring Rebellion's British post-apocalypse to the screen
A television adaptation of Rebellion's post-apocalyptic survival-action video game Atomfall is in development by Two Brothers Pictures, the producers behind The Tourist. The series will expand on the game's mythology while staying true to its British roots and tone. Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley expressed excitement about the partnership, noting the developers' passion for the game.
A 'major studio' is in talks to adapt Aussie indie The Drifter
Story Kitchen co-founder Dmitri M. Johnson revealed that a major studio is in talks to adapt the Australian indie point-and-click adventure game, The Drifter. Johnson, who is also a BAFTA voter, was inspired by the game's story and initiated discussions for a potential adaptation. The Drifter has received critical acclaim, including Game of the Year at the Australian Game Developer Awards 2025.
Fans found a huge skeleton in the Call of Duty movie director’s closet
Fans have uncovered past interviews where Peter Berg, the director of the upcoming Call of Duty movie, expressed disdain for video games and those who play them. In a 2013 interview, Berg called gamers "pathetic" and "weak," suggesting they should "get out, do something" instead of playing games. This has led to concerns about his suitability to direct a video game adaptation.