In recent years, we’ve been gifted with various video game TV and film adaptations. From the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog film to the tearful The Last of Us series, there are no limits to what can be achieved when bringing stories from video games into a different medium. But, with huge and devoted fan bases, some fans might be worried about whether these adaptations will do the original game justice.
Luckily, we have a lot to be excited about, with many upcoming adaptations of these beloved video games in the works. The possibilities are endless regarding how these films and TV series can turn out. And, by the time they come out, they could become some of our new favorites.
Upcoming Movie Adaptations
Video game films are memorable for typically being a hit-or-miss. But, when done with love and care (and paying attention to the original content), these types of adaptations can become timeless works of art. In some cases, they might even become better than before.
These are the films that we have to look forward to in the upcoming months (or even years). And, despite how hard it might be to wait for them to finally release, our patience will be worth it in the end.
Nearing a theatrical release
Return to Silent Hill
Confirmed, filming is expected to happen in February 2023
TBA, likely in late 2023
Sonic The Hedgehog 3
December 20, 2024
Confirmed in July 2022, the screenplay is nearly done
Confirmed, announced in January 2023 that production may be slow
Originally supposed to release in March 2022, but production has indefinitely been delayed
Confirmed by Oscar Isaac (actor) and director Jordan Vogt-Roberts
Confirmed to be produced by Netflix, said to still be in early development
Confirmed by Netflix in 2020, production has yet to start
Announced to be in pre-production in 2019
Announced in 2015, filming is confirmed to happen in February 2023
In development with Netflix, the last update in November 2022
Announced in August 2022, Sega is producing the project
Announced in August 2022, it will be produced by Sega
Announced to be on the way in November 2022
Film rights were obtained in 2019, the script is currently finished
As of late, it seems that TV show adaptations of video games tend to receive more positive reception than film adaptations will —especially with Netflix and Amazon backing up the majority of these projects. Overall, creators have been given the proper production value to make it the best that it can be.
These are the upcoming TV show adaptations that audiences can anticipate. Ranging from a thrilling live-action to a beautifully animated series, the creators of these upcoming shows are attempting to make an authentic experience for devoted fans.
Confirmed, releasing soon
Announced February 2022, renewed by Paramount+
Reported to originally release in 2023, however, there’s no official release date yet
Announced January 2021, last update in September 2022
Announced in July 2021, still in early-production
Currently in early development, possibly making it to Netflix in 2024 at the earliest
Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix
Announced in June 2021, premiering on Netflix
Announced May 2022, set to premiere on Prime Video
Last update in November 2022, set to premiere on Netflix
Announced May 2022, in works with premiering on AMC
Confirmed in February 2021, filming began in May 2022
Announced 2021, last update in 2022 with a confirmed director
Confirmed in July 2020, the last update with news of being in very early-development
What’s Coming Out In February 2023?
While several amazing video game TV and movie adaptations are currently in development, no project has a confirmed release date for February 2023. However, that doesn’t mean the video game enthusiast has nothing to watch this month. HBO’s The Last of Us TV adaptation is currently ongoing — the much-awaited TV series premiered last month and has been releasing a new episode every week. If you are a fan of TLOU video games, you should definitely watch the TV show to relive the amazing journey of Joel and Ellie.
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