10 Games for Awesome TV Shows
10 Games for Awesome TV Shows
Games That Would Make Great TV Shows
For years, Hollywood has been churning out game to film adaptations like there’s no tomorrow. And let’s be honest, most of them have failed to capture the audience’s imagination. I mean, who wants to see their favorite 40+ hour game crammed into a two-hour film? It’s like trying to fit an elephant into a mini cooper – it just doesn’t work!
But fear not! There’s a new trend emerging in the gaming industry that might just save us from another disastrous game-to-film adaptation. Games like The Last of Us have shown us a different approach – creating a serialized television series based on the source material. And guess what? It’s actually working! So, here are some video games that would make great TV shows, handpicked by yours truly.
10. Grand Theft Auto 5
The television landscape is full of crime dramas, some better than others. But let’s face it, who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned heist? Grand Theft Auto 5 is the perfect candidate for a TV series. With its explosive action and brilliant storylines, it has all the ingredients for a thrilling crime drama. Plus, it already has a built-in audience who would happily swap their game consoles for their TV controls to see the action unfold with a great cast and big-budget visuals. It’s a no-brainer!
9. Mafia Trilogy
Ever since The Sopranos hit screens, television audiences have been obsessed with the gangster genre. And let’s be honest, who can blame them? From the golden era of the mob to its eventual downfall, The Mafia Trilogy covers it all. Just imagine a big-budget sprawling television series that takes us through the highs and lows of the mafia. They could even launch three shows at the same time, each one based on a different game in the series and a different timeline in mafia history. It would be an offer we can’t refuse!
8. Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2
The wild west has always been a popular theme in movies, but it’s about time it made a comeback on the small screen. With shows like Deadwood and Westworld proving that there’s an appetite for westerns, it’s the perfect time for a television adaptation of Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2. With two games worth of content to choose from, they have plenty of storylines and angles to explore. It’s time to saddle up and ride into the sunset!
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7. Batman: Arkham Asylum/City
We’ve seen Batman on the big screen countless times, but what about a TV series that captures the essence of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Arkham City? It would be a whole new take on the caped crusader that we haven’t seen before. Picture this: the Joker trying to seize control of Arkham City and trapping Batman inside. It’s a storyline that’s begging to be explored on television. Who needs a movie when you can have a series with all the twists and turns Gotham has to offer?
6. The Quarry
David Arquette needs a new franchise after his character got mercilessly killed off in Scream (2022). But fear not, because The Quarry is here to save the day! With Arquette already starring in the game through motion capture, there’s no need to recast any of the excellent actors. They could even go down the route of choose-your-own-ending content like Black Mirror: Bandersnatch. It’s a game that’s all about choices, and who doesn’t love a good interactive TV experience? Get ready for a quarry-licious series!
5. Dead By Daylight
Horror is all the rage right now, and what better way to bring all its iconic villains together than in a television version of Dead by Daylight? Imagine Ghostface and Michael Myers both stalking their prey on the small screen. The horror fans would go wild for that! Sure, there’s a rumored film adaptation in the works, but why stop there? If a movie version is successful, a TV spinoff could be just around the corner. Get ready to scream!
4. L.A. Noire
Dark and violent crime thrillers are all the rage on television these days. So why not delve into the gaming world to discover hidden gems like LA Noire? Set in 1940s Los Angeles, it follows the story of Cole Phelps, an officer on a desperate search for truth. With Noir being popular on TV right now, it’s the perfect time to bring Cole Phelps to the streaming platform. Get your magnifying glass ready!
3. Until Dawn
Supermassive Games released Until Dawn in 2015, and it’s about time it made its way to our TV screens. With famous actors like Hayden Panettiere and Rami Malek involved in the motion capture, it’s practically begging to be adapted into a television show. Panettiere’s return to the Scream franchise proves that she’s still got it, and a return in a series based on this cult game would be a dream come true for fans. Get ready for some serious suspense!
2. A Way Out
Okay, so adapting A Way Out might veer a little too closely to Prison Break, but hear me out. Two men trying to break out of prison? It’s a classic storyline that never gets old. Plus, there’s enough that’s different about it to make it work as a television show. It would pull in the crowd that tuned in to Prison Break, as well as the fans of the game. Who knows, it might even spark a new prison break trend on television! Time to plan your escape!
1. Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy has already had the movie treatment, and let’s be honest, it didn’t quite hit the mark. But fear not, because I have a brilliant idea – a long-running television series! Picture this: each season based on a different game in the series. It would give the characters time to grow and the storylines a chance to unravel at a more manageable pace. This game series is one of the biggest around, and fans would definitely invest in a series that stays faithful to the source material. It’s time to bring the fantasy to the small screen!
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So there you have it, folks! These are just a few of the games that would make great TV shows. Whether it’s crime dramas, horror fests, or epic fantasy sagas, there’s something for everyone. So grab your popcorn, sit back, and get ready for some gaming goodness on the small screen!
