Video Game Adaptations
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Resident Evil's Opening Proves Video Game Movies Are Back In
Hollywood's interest in video game adaptations is strong, with Sony's new Resident Evil movie achieving a franchise-record $60 million domestic opening. This success follows other notable adaptations like Markiplier's Iron Lung and upcoming projects based on Roblox games like 99 Nights in the Forest, indicating a broader and more successful approach to translating games to film.
I've watched all the Resident Evil movies, so you don't have to, and here's my ranking from worst to best
This article ranks all eight Resident Evil movies from worst to best, including the recent 2026 reboot. While acknowledging the films' flaws and lack of faithful game adaptation, the author praises their entertainment value and iconic status in the video game movie genre. The 2026 film is lauded as the best, prioritizing survival horror and authenticity.
Far Cry TV Series Adds Batman, Knuckles McGinty, And More Big Names
FX's Far Cry TV series has announced a stacked cast for its first season, including Lizzy Caplan, Steve Buscemi, Brendan Gleeson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Hamish Linklater, Jamie Demetriou, and Sam Spruell. The anthology series will feature new settings and characters each season, similar to the games. Meanwhile, Ubisoft's Far Cry game franchise has been quiet since Far Cry 6 in 2021, with Far Cry 7 reportedly in development under Vantage Studios.
Far Cry series from Alien: Earth creator adds Spider-Noir and Midnight Mass stars
The upcoming Far Cry series from Noah Hawley and Rob Mac has added a significant number of stars, including Brendan Gleeson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Hamish Linklater, Sam Spruell, and Jamie Demetriou. The show will follow Hawley's anthology approach, with each season telling a standalone story using the video game franchise as a blueprint. This adaptation joins other recent video game-to-screen projects like Crazy Taxi and Resident Evil.
If you can't get enough of record-breaking Emmy winner Matthew Rhys, his newest TV series is based on an '80s…
Matthew Rhys stars in the new animated comedy series Golden Axe, based on Sega's 1989 video game. The show, which features voice actors Danny Pudi and Liam McIntyre, follows warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they battle the evil Death Adder. All 10 episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.
Roblox Movie 99 Nights In The Forest Brings On Oscar-Winning Toy Story 4 Director
The Roblox survival-horror game 99 Nights in the Forest is being adapted into a movie by 20th Century Studios. Josh Cooley, director of the Oscar-winning Toy Story 4, has been hired to write the script. The game's developers will serve as executive producers for the film.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, and more (September 18-20)
This week's streaming highlights include the animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 2 on Netflix, the season finale of Reacher and the new spin-off Neagley on Prime Video, and the latest season of Slow Horses on Apple TV. Hulu adds Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, while Paramount Plus features the new Golden Axe animated series.
Brandon Sanderson Is Eager to Adapt His Books into a Video Game, Calling Himself a 'Lifelong Gamer'
Author Brandon Sanderson, a self-proclaimed lifelong gamer, expressed his strong desire to adapt his Mistborn book series into a video game. He believes the series' magic mechanics are well-suited for an interactive format but is seeking the right studio partner to collaborate with.
Backrooms director posts from Valve's office again, and Portal movie speculation is intensifying
Director Kane Parsons, known for the viral hit "Backrooms," has visited Valve's offices again, fueling intense speculation about a potential "Portal" movie. Parsons has cited "Portal 2" as a major inspiration for his work, and the success of video game adaptations like "Resident Evil" further suggests a "Portal" film could be a lucrative venture.
HBO boss continues to suggest The Last of Us Season 3 is the series' final season
HBO boss Casey Bloys has reiterated his belief that The Last of Us television series will conclude after its third season, despite showrunner Craig Mazin suggesting it might take longer. Bloys' recent comments suggest a potential shift in plans, possibly influenced by a more divided audience reaction to the second season compared to the first. Meanwhile, Mazin is also working on an adaptation of Baldur's Gate 3 for HBO.
First reactions to new Resident Evil movie say it "feels like you're playing a very good video game" and taps into the "relentless tension" of the franchise
Early reactions to Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie praise its ability to capture the feeling of playing a video game, particularly the relentless tension and horror of the franchise. Critics highlight Austin Abrams' performance and the film's blend of humor, scares, and body horror, calling it one of the best video game adaptations seen.
Sega's ongoing effort to revive Crazy Taxi now appears to be taking the form of… a movie?
Sega is developing a comedy movie based on its Crazy Taxi franchise, with Dan Gregor and Doug Mand attached to write. Original Films and Toru Nakahara are producing, with Neal H. Moritz and Toby Ascher expressing excitement for the project. This adaptation is part of a larger collaboration between Sega and Netflix, which also includes new Sonic the Hedgehog content.
Sega and Netflix Announce New Content for Classic Games
Sega and Netflix have announced a new partnership that will bring several of Sega's classic franchises to film and television. The initial projects include movie adaptations of Crazy Taxi and Stranger Than Heaven, along with a new Sonic the Hedgehog animated series for children. This collaboration is part of Sega's broader strategy to expand its intellectual properties beyond video games.
Sega and Netflix partner for a "cute yet cool" Sonic TV Show, a Crazy Taxi film, and a "badass action" Stranger Than Heaven adaptation
Netflix and Sega have partnered to create multiple adaptations, including a new animated Sonic the Hedgehog TV show, a film based on Crazy Taxi, and a movie adaptation of the upcoming game Stranger Than Heaven. The deal aims to leverage popular Sega franchises for streaming content.
Netflix doubles down on video games by partnering with Sega for movie adaptations of Crazy Taxi and Stranger Than Heaven
Netflix is expanding its video game adaptation efforts by partnering with Sega to create movie adaptations of Crazy Taxi and Stranger Than Heaven. The streaming service is also developing a new Sonic the Hedgehog animated series. While Crazy Taxi is a well-established franchise, Stranger Than Heaven is a prequel game set to release next year, making its adaptation a gamble.
Koei Tecmo Announces The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother
Koei Tecmo has announced the first video game adaptation of the acclaimed series, titled The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother. The game is scheduled for release in early 2027.
Blizzard announces animated Diablo show coming to Netflix
Blizzard has announced an animated series set in the Diablo universe is in development with Netflix. While few details were provided, Blizzard expressed excitement about telling stories beyond games and hinted at potential adaptations for Overwatch and Warcraft. The move follows the success of other animated video game adaptations like Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and Arcane.
Diablo Animated Series Coming To Netflix, Other Blizzard Franchises Teased
Blizzard Entertainment announced a partnership with Netflix to create an animated Diablo series during BlizzCon 2026. Studio president Johanna Faries also teased potential adaptations for other Blizzard franchises like Overwatch and Warcraft, though no concrete details were provided.
Fallout Pinball Tables Announced by Stern Pinball
Stern Pinball has announced new pinball machines based on the Fallout franchise, including Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models. The Limited Edition is capped at 770 units globally. The announcement follows the success of the Fallout RPGs and the Prime Video show.
Was Geralt's voice actor inspired by Henry Cavill's take on him in The Witcher series? 'No, because we…
Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3, stated that he was not inspired by Henry Cavill's portrayal of the character in the Netflix series, emphasizing that his performance came first. He humorously mentioned asking showrunners for background cameos and acknowledged that while Cavill's approach was influenced by Cockle's Geralt, he made it his own. John Schwab, voice actor for Dandelion, also praised Joey Batey's performance in the show.
