Hollywood’s Growing Trend of Video Game Adaptations

In recent years, Hollywood has been increasingly turning to video games as a source material for movie adaptations. While the success rate of these adaptations has been improving, it’s surprising to see a movie adaptation announced before the game that inspired it has even been released.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Set for Live-Action Movie

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a fantasy RPG developed by Microsoft, has made a significant impression on someone important, as it will be turned into a live-action movie by Story Kitchen. The game was released in August and was highlighted during last week’s Xbox Developer Direct showcase. It’s slated for release on April 24.

Story Kitchen’s Excitement for the Project

"We’re thrilled to collaborate with Sandfall Interactive to bring the rich, immersive world of Expedition 33 to the big screen," said Story Kitchen founders Dmitri M. Johnson and Mike Goldberg. "The game’s compelling narrative and complex characters provide a solid foundation for a cinematic experience that will resonate with both gamers and moviegoers alike."

Story Kitchen’s Growing Lineup of Video Game Adaptations

Story Kitchen has been assembling a lineup of video games to translate to the big and small screens. The outfit, previously known as dj2 Entertainment, has been attached to several high-profile projects, including:

• It Takes Two: A movie adaptation of the critically acclaimed game, which is currently in development for Amazon Prime Video.
• A Tomb Raider Series: A TV series based on the popular game franchise, which is currently in production for Prime Video.
• Dredge: A Lovecraftian fishing game that is being adapted into a film.
• Vampire Survivors: An animated TV series inspired by the popular game.
• Sifu: A movie adaptation of the critically acclaimed game.

Conclusion

Story Kitchen’s growing lineup of video game adaptations is a testament to the increasing popularity of gaming as a source material for Hollywood productions. With its commitment to bringing immersive and engaging worlds to the big screen, Story Kitchen is poised to become a major player in the world of video game adaptations.