2023 could be the year that the curse of failed video game adaptations in film and television is broken. It’s a challenge to showcase, in all their diversity and richness, some of the best stories in pop culture. Also to please the discerning fans who surround the most beloved titles in the world of video consoles. It’s not something simple. Moreover, over the past at least two decades, there have been more failures in this matter than successes.
From a chaotic background resident Evil– in any version of it – even an attempt to revive the saga tomb Raider. Hollywood has taken seriously the need to bring a new dimension to projects based on video games. But success was marginal.
Barely Mortal KombatSimon McQuoid, and unknown, Ruben Fleischer, were able to capture the spirit of their most famous versions to a great extent. Like a dilogy sound Jeff Fowler. On television, animation lockingsurprised by his strength, but was canceled in the fourth season. However, they were considered secondary products that could lay claim to smarter and better built stories.
Without a doubt, the world of video games and their stories is a real challenge for cinema. Either because of its complexity, the meticulous description of the universes, or because of the complex mythology. However, 2023 could be the perfect time for a second wind in video game adaptations. Both TV series and films that hope to be the first step in profitable franchises. The year that begins may finally be the year of consecration of video game stories as an integral part of the entertainment world.
The long-awaited adaptation of the beloved video game The last of us
The now classic Naughty Dog saga about survival in a world besieged by cannibalistic creatures is coming to HBO this year. The story of Jacob Minkoff, Emilia Schatz, Richard Cambier and Ricky Cambier is one of the most beloved video games in the world. So his adaptation aroused anticipation among a considerable number of history fans.
This is a complex project that went through several stages on the way to a full-fledged version in a new format. Which included limited series comics and independent content. The Last of Us: Left Behind. In 2014, Screen Gems began production on a potential feature film by Sam Raimi. However, the creator Neil Druckmann, who participated in all stages of work on the future feature film, eventually left it.
Druckmann recently commented on the Script Part podcast that the project is doomed because it aims to “do”. For one of the authors of a well-known and beloved story that took the future film away from the emotional core of the plot. So, finally, the possibility of adapting a video game is gone.
Finally, in March 2020, HBO announced that a series based on the game would take place. One that, moreover, will be written by Druckmann and Craig Mazin. The production will also feature Gustavo Santaolalla, who is responsible for the music for the game. In November 2022, the cable channel reported that The production will premiere on January 16, 2023..
With a cast led by Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie, this is expected to be a faithful adaptation of the original story. For now, both Druckmann and Mazin have made it clear that this is a work that salvages the foundations of a complex story. However, while it should be noted that it won’t be as gory as the source material, both creators hope it pays homage to the known story.
Super Mario Bros.classic video game adaptation
A film by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenich with a simple title super mario brothers movie , has generated moderate controversy since its announcement. Moreover, the producers decided to choose the well-known Chris Pratt for the voice of their favorite protagonist. It has been discussed for months on social media and forums that Mario should be voiced by an Italian-born actor. In keeping with the long tradition of the famous Nintendo game.
However, despite this, production Lighting Entertainment generated enough enthusiasm to become one of the most anticipated releases of the year. Become a symbol of great significance video game adaptation of Mario Bros will be a milestone. With flexibility and animation capabilities, the idea is to bring the character’s world completely to the big screen.
At the same time open the possibility of a possible franchise. With success soundproving that even the most unique characters have a place in Hollywood, the upcoming movie is a calculated risk. What could bring your favorite game to a new level of popularity, now in the cinematic section.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
The traditional and beloved role-playing game (transferred to a video game) will also hit the big screen in 2023 along with the film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves . With a storyline based on the Forgotten Realms campaign, this is an ambitious attempt to bring the complex structure of the source material into the film. It also aims to capture a perspective on reality and the way fans interact with the cinematic adventure.
The new video game adaptation will not be linked to the trilogy released between 2005 and 2020 in various media. According to its directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the script will try to embrace a whole new world of possibilities. This includes the concept of a split reality, which in one way or another will affect the plot.
In addition, of course, to exploring the many possibilities of a universe of considerable breadth and complexity. The production will feature Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Rare-Jean Page, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis and Hugh Grant.
Second season Arcana: League of Legends
Based on Riot Games’ multiplayer game, the first season of the animated series was a critical and ratings success. With stunning visuals and a solid script, the video game adaptation manages to capture the dense atmosphere of the original universe. Also interesting is his version of good, evil and the complex balance between technology and morality. And all this in an animated world that surprises with elaborate details and intelligent use of color, texture and character design.
However, although its second season has been confirmed by Netflix, there are few details about adaptation yet. The production of the first part lasted almost six years, so it was thought that the second part was unlikely to be released anytime soon. Much more after Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent confirmed that there will be no new episodes coming in 2022.
But November 20, 2021 official Arcade Twitter account it was hinted that production was progressing quickly. In fact, there are rumors that a new season of the video game adaptation could be announced this year. For now, the only thing that’s concrete is that the original cast will be returning. Hailee Steinfeld, Ella Purnell and Cathy Leung have confirmed their return.
halo: the seriesand its second season
halo: the series , a video game adaptation by Bungie and 343 Industries, was an unexpected success for Paramount+. Since the premiere on March 24, 2022 the series surprised with its commitment to original material and smart script.
The ten-episode video game adaptation is set in the 26th century, in a dystopian world devastated by an alien threat. Unlike other similar works, the action takes place in the game world and none of its main arcs are adapted.
With a second season immediately confirmed, the series also appears to be the start of a franchise. David Nevins, director of content at Paramount+, hinted during an interview on Hollywood Reporter that a second season could open up new possibilities.
Among them is a story about all sorts of new visions of a rich and especially complex universe. A version that, moreover, could allow halo: the series become the core of a future franchise. Isn’t that what history is waiting for in 2023?
New video game adaptation tomb Raider in the animated series
after unsuccessful rebootmovie starring Alicia Vikander, Netflix will release an animated series about the iconic Lara Croft. The head of the creative team is Tasha Huo. This is a video game adaptation with significant ambition that tries to salvage the best of the franchise. Tom Ryder. Created by Core Design, the game is a generational phenomenon that has included transformations and stages since 1996.
In fact, Ho stated that “the Tomb Raider timeline will be unified” and that his intention is to go “beyond the survivor trilogy”. Which would give the platformer series an updated main character in the story. The animation studio responsible for the project will Powerhouse Animation Studiosresponsible for success lockingconsidered a brilliant adaptation of the video game of the same name.
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