From 'Minecraft' to These 7 Exciting Video Game Adaptations: Get Ready for Another Hit!

Editor’s Note: A version of this article was released in October 2023.

Similar to "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" from 2023, this month we have " A Minecraft Movie appeared suddenly to score box office gold .

However, nobody should have been shocked: video game adaptations are becoming an ever more crucial component of the entertainment industry, with some suggesting they might soon overshadow superhero movies as " Hollywood’s dominant intellectual property .”

Not every adaptation of well-known games ensures success—consider last year’s "Borderlands," along with 2022’s "Uncharted" and 2018’s remake of "Tomb Raider." Both critics and fans were underwhelmed by these film adaptations. faltering In their capacity to encapsulate the narrative and enchantment of the gaming experience from their original sources, those adaptations that succeed inevitably pave the way for follow-up movies and additional television series. New entries are planned for franchises such as "Mario," "Mortal Kombat," "Sonic the Hedgehog," "The Angry Birds," and numerous others. (As an aside, fans eagerly await the premiere of Season 2 of "The Last of Us" this weekend.)

What additional video game adaptations are on the horizon? Below is a list of forthcoming movies and TV series based on video games, listed without any specific ranking: 1. 2. 3. 4.

(Warner Bros. Pictures, which produced "Minecraft," is also under the umbrella of Warner Bros. Discovery as well.)

"The Legend of Zelda" (2027)

The announcement When news emerged that this iconic game series—commonly known as "Zelda" informally—would hit cinemas in 2027 as a live-action film, it nearly caused an uproar online last month. This was understandable since the Zelda games rank among classics like those featuring Super Mario Bros. The upcoming movie will be overseen by Wes Ball, director of the "Maze Runner" film series.

“Until Dawn” (April 25)

Similar to numerous titles such as "Five Nights at Freddy’s" and "Silent Hill," the intersection between video games and horror material is extensive and vibrant. This frightening game-to-movie adaptation releases soon. Starring Odessa A'zion from last year's remake of "Hellraiser," "Until Dawn" revolves around a group trapped in a temporal loop forced to endure till dawn to make it out unharmed. The plot blends elements reminiscent of both "Groundhog Day" and "The Cabin in the Woods," along with touches of "Thirteen Ghosts."

"Five Nights at Freddy’s 2" (December 5)

“ Five Nights at Freddy’s In 2023, the highly anticipated sequel capitalized on the success of the popular survival video game that sparked its creation, further exploring the terrifying world of these animatronic horrors. This latest chapter will bring back Josh Hutcherson, Piper Rubio, and "Scream" veteran Matthew Lillard, while adding fresh faces like Mckenna Grace and Wayne Knight, known for his roles in "Jurassic Park" and "Seinfeld."

"Back to Silent Hill" (TBA)

The upcoming survival horror puzzle film series is set to make a comeback with "Return to Silent Hill." Director Christophe Gans, who previously directed the 2006 adaptation starring Radha Mitchell, returns to helm this new installment. This latest movie draws inspiration from the 2001 video game "Silent Hill 2." In the film, actor Jeremy Irvine portrays James Sunderland, who receives a mysterious letter apparently from an old flame, luring him back to the eerie town known as Silent Hill.

"Pokemon: Detective Pikachu" sequels (to be announced)

Although this isn’t Pikachu’s initial appearance beyond video games, the electric-type creature is set to return in a follow-up to the live-action "Pokémon: Detective Pikachu" movie released in 2019, which includedRyan Reynolds’voice work. The upcoming project will be the franchise's second film adaptation. announced Shortly before the film hit theaters, though, it was uncertain whether the initial star-filled ensemble would come back for it.

"God of War Ragnarok" (TBA)

Amazon Studios intends to adapt the highly acclaimed fantasy, third-person narrative video game "God of War Ragnarok" into a TV series. The show is expected To closely resemble the 2022 game where Kratos, the Greek God of War, along with his son Atreus embark on an adventure set against the background of Norse mythology to pay tribute to Kratos' late spouse.

“Stray” (TBA)

What could surpass the experience of exploring a somewhat bleak yet futuristic, cyberpunk-style metropolis as an affable kitty cat, gathering hints along the way in hopes of finding your path back home? Indeed—this sounds quite similar to this year’s Academy Award winner for best animated feature, “Flow.” Annapurna Pictures, known for their work in the gaming sector where they produced the well-received 2022 game "Stray," is presently engaged in crafting an animated film adaptation of the cherished game.

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