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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
5 best movies and series based on the video game adaptation
(Image via YouTube/HBO) Video game adaptations have had a rocky history, but there are a few gems that do stand out. Moving beyond the clunky translations, from gripping dramas to all the animated adventures, these adaptations have successfully brought the beloved gaming world to screens. Here are the highly rated five exceptional adaptations that prove that the potential is real. They provide a fresh take, respecting the story's source and delivering some thrilling experiences to both newcomers and fans. Fallout (2024 to Present) Fallout - Teaser Trailer | Prime Video Amazon 's Fallout takes players to a wasteland like it never did before. Starring Walton Goggins and Ella Purnell, the series expanded on the dark humor and the retro-futuristic world of the game. Early reviews praised how Fallout remained faithful to the game's source material. Even the way it captured the signature essence of the game, while immersing viewers in a post-nuclear war world was appreciated. With the mix of brutal survival and interesting storytelling, Fallout has been set to become one of the most-watched game-adapted series for fans. The show's high production value, along with the strong performances, suggested a bright future ahead. The Last of Us (2023 to Present) The Last of Us | Official Trailer | Max HBO's The Last of Us did shatter all expectations, redefining what video game adaptation can lead to. Translating the harrowing journey of the game, it masterfully blended emotional depth and brutal survival action. Even the star cast, Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal , delivered some powerhouse performances as Ellie and Joel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Many Are Watching Tariffs - Few Are Watching What Nvidia Just Launched Seeking Alpha Read More Undo Set within the world that's been ravaged by fungus, The Last of Us HBO series did not just replicate the game but ensured to expand characters and its world, in a meaningful way. It connected worldwide audience with good storyline and value. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022 to present) Cyberpunk: Edgerunners | Official NSFW Trailer | Netflix Cyberpunk: Edgerunners brought the game's neon-soaked world to life. This Netflix's anime-style series followed the journey of a street kid who later turned into an outlaw mercenary within Night City. Bursting with tragic hyper-stylized storytelling and cybernetic action, it became an instant hit. The series was like a virtual tour-de-force that burst with vibrant, futuristic design and a lot of action. It's a fast-paced and tragic narrative perfectly complemented by the dystopian Night City setting of the game. With it all, the series became a loved one to both the anime and the gaming fans. It was even able to revitalize player's interest in the game. Note: Despite this game's bumpy launch, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners did redeem the franchise of the game. It earned appreciation for visuals and depth. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) The Super Mario Bros. Movie | Official Teaser Trailer The Super Mario Bros. Movie's animated movie on the screen was full of joy. It did perfectly capture the colourful spirit of the Nintendo franchise. Packed with locations and beloved characters, it gave viewers a feel of stepping directly to the Mushroom Kingdom. Chris Pratt's Mario, Jack Black's Bowser and Anya Taylor-Joy's Peach brought a great energy to screen. Stunning visuals and pure fun further drove immense box office success. It showed how embracing the core fun factor of the game can translate to massive mainstream appeal. While The Super Mario Bros Movie critics remained divided, the fans loved the fun references and the colourful world. This movie's success gives hope to the fans that more Nintendo adaptations are likely on their way. Castlevania (2017-2021) Castlevania Official Trailer #1 (2017) Animated Netflix TV Series HD Castlevania, an animated series by Netflix proved that a game's dark fantasy tone can be adapted by an anime. Inspired by the classic gothic horror games of Konami, it delivered a rich and dark fantasy saga. In the series, the story follows Trevor Belmont's fight against the legion of Dracula. It came out with stunning and fluid animation, along with many complex characters. Castlevania's success lies in its visual style and mature storytelling. The series did entirely embrace the gothic atmosphere and the lore of the game, weaving its intricate narrative. It set a high standard for the animated video game adaptations, while proving their potential for style and depth. With 4 seasons, Castlevania Netflix was able to build a loyal fanbase. Its success even led to its spin-offs. It cemented its place as one of the best game-to-screen adaptations that's ever been made. End note The above-discussed 5 adaptations show how exciting evolution is happening, bringing games to screens. By ensuring respect for the core spirit of the source material and leveraging the film's and television's strengths, they are able to deliver outstanding standalone entertainment. From emotional drama to gritty satire, all the above-discussed movies and series prove that video games offer rich worlds that are ready for some compelling translation. It shows that the genre's future is incredibly bright and, of course, there's something for all. 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Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billy Magnussen Boldly Compares ‘Hot Ted' to Popular Movie 'Superbad'
Comparing an upcoming movie to any popular film of the past is always a bold proclamation. It's even more noteworthy when the comparison is to a fan-favorite film that still receives high praise to this day, roughly 18 years later. However, that's the lofty claim that was recently made by Billy Magnussen when discussing his upcoming film Hot Ted. The Lilo & Stitch actor, who's also been featured in Road House and Velvet Buzzsaw, sees shades of one of the most popular comedies of the 2000s, Superbad, in his new film. During an interview with Collider, Magnussen dubbed Hot Ted, which also stars Fallout's Ella Purnell and Now You See Me: Now You Don't actress Ariana Greenblatt, as a "female version of Superbad." "There are these genre-blending elements that happen in films now. This is a female version of Superbad. Every good film has a good premise that's an easy understanding," Magnussen explained. "This is about young girls realizing people in their lives that they thought were safe can be dangerous, and that's terrifying. Someone I believed has always been safe is actually terrifying, and Hot Ted is about that. They can't decide whether the camp counselor is awesome or if he's a serial killer." However, Magnussen was quick to promise that there's plenty of horror to go along with the comedy in his upcoming film. "But it's scary! But again, it's fun. It's young girls getting into their womanhood. You went through that part of your life. It's absurd," Magnussen added. Hot Ted is still in production, and there's no release date at this time. However, if Magnussen's high marks for the movie live up to the hype, it'll make this a must-see Magnussen Boldly Compares 'Hot Ted' to Popular Movie 'Superbad' first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 6, 2025
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Fallout' coming to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights
June 5 (UPI) -- Universal Studios announced Thursday that its Orlando, Fla., and Los Angeles theme parks will include a Fallout attraction at this year's Halloween Horror Nights. The Halloween event begins Aug. 29 in Orlando and Sept. 4 in Los Angeles. The Fallout haunted house promises to let guests walk through Vault 33 and meet Lucy MacLean, played by Ella Purnell in the Prime Video series. Scavengers, Raiders and RAD Roaches will greet guests on the surface. The attraction will also recreate Super Duper Mart and the T-60 armor, with appearances by Walton Goggins' character, The Ghoul, and Aaron Moten's Maximus. Every year, Halloween Horror Nights features a new array of haunted houses based on popular movies and TV shows. Park performers recreate the celebrity characters. Past events have included M3gan, Chucky, Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Halloween, Five Nights at Freddy's, The Exorcist and more. A video teaser shows a living room TV set playing a '50s style nuclear safety video like the TV show, based on the video games.
Newsweek
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Fallout' Coming to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors On June 1, Universal Studios caught everyone's attention when it announced that "Five Nights at Freddy's" will have a presence at Halloween Horror Nights this year "in a whole new way." Five Nights at Freddy's is coming in a whole new way to this year's Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights in both Hollywood and Orlando. More details coming soon. — Halloween Horror Nights (@HorrorNightsORL) June 2, 2025 Now, it looks like "Five Nights at Freddy's" won't be the only wildly popular video game franchise making its way to the iconic Halloween event. More Entertainment: Movies to Watch to Prepare for Universal Studios Epic Universe In a new announcement, it has been revealed that "Fallout" will officially have a house at Halloween Horror Nights. "There's no sheltering from this horror," the social media announcement read. "See if you can survive the nuclear apocalypse as you're immersed in 'Fallout.'" Much like the house based on "The Last of Us" in 2023 was based on the HBO Max series, it seems that the "Fallout" house will be based on the Amazon Prime adaptation starring Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins, and Aaron Moten. Ella Purnell as Vault Dweller Lucy MacLean in a key visual for the Fallout TV series. Amazon's live-action series depicts the most recent events in the Fallout chronology. Ella Purnell as Vault Dweller Lucy MacLean in a key visual for the Fallout TV series. Amazon's live-action series depicts the most recent events in the Fallout chronology. Amazon Even though it is recognized more as science fiction than horror, there are plenty of terrifying moments and themes that the team at Universal Studios can pull from. First of all, the series is filled with gory moments that will give ample opportunity for designers to go wild with special effects. Then there are all the various factions and mutated people that can pop in to terrify guests, like the Brotherhood of Steel, the inhabitants of Vault 4, and raiders. More Entertainment: Alien: Earth Trailer Channels the Terror of the Original 1979 Classic Finally, there are all the monsters from the show that are sure to terrify guests, including Radroaches, Gulpers, and Ghouls. Of particular note is the Yao Guai, which is a black bear that has been mutated by radiation. Halloween Horror Nights has shown off epic animatronics in the past, and this could be another opportunity to do so. Needless to say, there is plenty of material to pull from just in the series. However, if the people at Halloween Horror Nights wanted to pull from the games, I'm sure casual and hardcore fans would be perfectly fine with that, especially looking at The Family from "Fallout 3." More Entertainment: Ginny & Georgia Season 3 – Release Date, Schedule, How To Watch The "Fallout" series was a massive success, receiving critical acclaim, audience praise, and plenty of award nominations, particularly for Goggins as The Ghoul and Purnell as Lucy. Season 2 of the hit series is set to premiere in December 2025 on Amazon Prime. More Entertainment: 'A Minecraft Movie' Hits HBO Max for Free Streaming in June: What to Know Fact-Check: Is Flick Offers a Real Way to Make Money on Netflix—or a Scam? For more entertainment news, head on over to Newsweek Entertainment.
UPI
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Fallout' coming to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights
June 5 (UPI) -- Universal Studios announced Thursday that its Orlando, Fla., and Los Angeles theme parks will include a Fallout attraction at this year's Halloween Horror Nights. The Halloween event begins Aug. 29 in Orlando and Sept. 4 in Los Angeles. The Fallout haunted house promises to let guests walk through Vault 33 and meet Lucy MacLean, played by Ella Purnell in the Prime Video series. Scavengers, Raiders and RAD Roaches will greet guests on the surface. The attraction will also recreate Super Duper Mart and the T-60 armor, with appearances by Walton Goggins' character, The Ghoul, and Aaron Moten's Maximus. Every year, Halloween Horror Nights features a new array of haunted houses based on popular movies and TV shows. Park performers recreate the celebrity characters. Past events have included M3gan, Chucky, Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Halloween, Five Nights at Freddy's, The Exorcist and more. A video teaser shows a living room TV set playing a '50s style nuclear safety video like the TV show, based on the video games.
