Video Game To Movie Adaptation That Could Break Box Office Records
With the right director, actors, writers, and a big budget, these video games could be the next blockbuster movies to hit the big screen.
Video game adaptations have come a long way, and the next big box office hit might already be hiding in plain sight. As studios keep turning popular games into movies, fans are already debating which title has the biggest blockbuster potential.
This story centers on a Reddit discussion about the video game that could become a record-breaking film if the right director, cast, writers, and budget all lined up. The choices range from cult favorites to massive franchises, and plenty of them already feel built for the big screen.
Some picks make immediate sense, and a few are wild enough to spark a real debate. The list gets interesting fast.
1. GTA
NarcissistFamilyTree2. Hotline Miami
Garagairas3. Control
spjhon
4. Silent Hill
Cantioy87
5. The Legend of Zelda
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6. Untitled Goose Game
Serihol
7. Bioshock
MrTurboMan
8. Goldeneye
RebelDuke
9. Mass Effect
donaldtrumpshearts
10. Half Life
conkiejoe
Although some video game to movie adaptations lack the necessary quality, there are a few gems among the bunch.
Among the greatest are several classic films from at least one generation's childhood, as well as a slew of recent releases that demonstrate the industry's willingness to learn from its failures.
When it comes to entertainment, video games and movies have quite distinct effects on us. Games involve active participation from the player, while movies merely ask you to sit back and enjoy the show.
Not many video games can be converted into a nearly two-hour film without sacrificing quality, whether in terms of narrative, visual effects, or both. There are, however, certain video games that are exceptions to this case.
This is like the sibling who refused to play her sister’s favorite game at family game night.
11. Dead Space
hackyslashy
12. Fallout
thesalfordlad
13. Bloodborne
PMmecrossstitch
14. StarCraft
antipop2097
15. Dark Souls
IKnoDaiWae
16. Dishonored
thesilverlow
17. Frogger
SmegmaLollipop
18. Metal Gear Solid
TentativelyCommitted
19. Metroid
Nocturne4hire
20. Titanfall 2
OptionalDepression
21. Red Dead Redemption 2
veganeater69
There is no shortage of video games that could make for record-breaking movies. With the right team and a big budget, we might just be gearing up for some of the greatest films ever made.
Some users even mentioned specific directors and actors who would be pivotal to the project.
Do you have some video games in mind? And which Hollywood star or director do you think would fit perfectly with the adaptations?
Want the family side of the fight? Read why banning violent games for a visiting nephew sparked an AITA debate.
