Summary
Withthe rise of video game moviescoming to the forefront of Hollywood, such asMario,Minecraft,andSonic the Hedgehog, the anticipation and eagerness for many famous franchises to be adapted has only grown. In television, the industry has seen an influx of video game shows emerging, withFalloutandThe Last Of Usgarnering critical acclaim and mass popularity upon release.
Due to the success of these titles, more video games are set to hit the small screen, hoping to please fans of franchises while bringing in new audiences unaware of certain video games. Some of the announced video games coming to television have been shrouded in mystery, although there is much buzz and hype surrounding the potential these adaptations can offer.
1Splinter Cell: Deathwatch
Tom Clancy Espionage Series Turned Into An Animated Netflix Show
AlthoughTom Clancyhas a wide selection of different gamesin the franchise, itsSplinter Cellseries has amassed a cult following due to its heavy use of stealth while still adhering to the action genre. Often fronted by Sam Fisher, theSplinter Cellgames have been one of Ubisoft’s pride and joys, standing out due to their realism and freedom given to players in how missions are completed.
With the franchise receiving a Netflix animated series by the name ofSplinter Cell: Deathwatch, fans of the franchise will not have to wait long to see Fisher back in action, with its release expected within the next two years.
2Devil May Cry
Action Bonanza Set To Become An Anime On Netflix
With five main entries in theDevil May Cryfranchise,the Japanese hack-and-slash seriesis getting its adaptation in the form of an anime on Netflix. Releasing in April 2025, theDevil May Cryanime is set to follow the carefree demon hunter Dante and his wild exploits as he fights a variety of menacing villains in society.
Like theDevil May Cryfranchise, the anime’s trailer indicates an emphasis on high-octane action, a prerequisite for any adaptation of the legendary franchise. With the showrunner Adi Shankar being the same individual who had a hand in the impressiveCastlevaniaanimated series on Netflix, theDevil May Cryadaptation is in safe hands, with fans eager to see Dante wreak havoc.
3Among Us
Animated Show Exploring Betrayal And Deceit
During the pandemic, the world was captivated byAmong Us, the multiplayer gamethat pitted friends against each otherthrough deception and trickery. Due to the worldwide successAmong Ushas achieved by becoming a pop culture phenomenon, an animated series based on the game has emerged at CBS, with various actors such as Elijah Wood and Patton Oswalt set to voice the iconicAmong Uscharacters.
While the show is most likely set to be family-friendly, impostors will still run rife while impersonating Crew members, continuing the fun that made the game such a hit.
4Assassin’s Creed
Live Action TV Adaptation Coming To Netflix
One of gaming’s biggest franchises,Assassin’s Creedhas dabbled in live-action adaptations in the past, with 2016’sAssassin’s Creedstarring Michael Fassbender crashing and burning. Despite this,the gaming behemoth has continued to establish its namein the video game industry, leading to Netflix developing a live-action show.
Despite the premise not being known, much can be expected that the show will follow the life of Ezio Auditore, the franchise’s main protagonist. In the potentialAssassin’s Creedshow, it would be expected to see Ezio scouring across Italy, assassinating specific individuals using stealth tactics for which the franchise has become famous. However, the show will be sure to flesh out the story to provide a compelling experience for audiences, whether old or new.
5Gears Of War
Legendary Third-Person Shooter Receiving An Animated Series
In the vast catalog of Xbox titles,Gears of Warranks among its most iconic, with the third-person shooter revolutionizing the genre through its expansive and lore-filled campaign and entertaining multiplayer modes. Although aGears of Warfilm is in the works at Netflix, the streaming service is actively developing an animated series based on the famed franchise.
While the plannedGears of Warmovie may depict the events of thefirst three games starring its protagonist Marcus Fenix, theGears of Waranimated series could take a different path, choosing to examine JD Fenix’s story, set years after his father’s exploits.
6Warhammer 40,000
Henry Cavill Led Project Still In Development At Amazon
Since ending his run as Superman, Henry Cavill has been attached to star in a live-action series set in theWarhammer 40,000universe on Amazon. Despite being announced in 2022, theWarhammer 40,000project appears to have hit a snag, with Amazon yet to agree on creative guidelines with Game Workshop, the franchise’s creator.
If the show were to get greenlit in the coming months, many would ideally love to see Cavillas a Space Marine, playing Captain Titus, in an all-out action adventure filled with gruesome sequences against swarms of Tyranids.
7God Of War
Amazon Show Following Kratos On His Tumultuous Journey
In recent years,God of War’smain protagonist, Kratos, has become one of the most iconic video game characters, with the game’s reboot following his journey alongside his son, Atreus. Differing from the past hack-and-slashGod of Wargames, the emotional presence in the latest games in the franchise has been deemed a revelation, similar to franchises such asThe Last of Us.
Although covering Kratos' youth would be gruesome and action-packed, Amazon may also look to adapt 2018’sGod of War, with Kratos and Atreus going on an action-filled adventure to scatter Kratos' wife’s ashes. Like the game, performances, visuals, and action sequences must be at the heart of the project to match up with the acclaimed game and its high-class material.
