The Last of Us Sparks a Renaissance in Video Game Adaptations
The Last of Us has set a new standard for live-action video game adaptations, opening the door for other beloved franchises like God of War to make their mark on the small screen.
The Rise of Video Game Adaptations
The success of HBO's The Last of Us not only speaks volumes to the rising trend of live-action remakes of popular video games, but it also provides a unique opportunity for Hollywood to reassess its stance on other deserving video game adaptations that have spent far too long in development hell.
Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie in The Last of Us TV series.
Based on the 2013 Naughty Dog video game of the same name, The Last of Us sees two survivors persevering through various American cities after a viral infection turns most of the country into zombie-like beings. The Last of Us's critical acclaim may have set up a new generation of live-action video game adaptations.
Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie in a scene from The Last of Us.
The Potential of God of War
The Last of Us' success makes a strong case for the positive direction the genre of video game adaptations could head toward. This success also raises the question of whether other beloved video game franchises, such as God of War, deserve equally good adaptations.
Kratos in God of War: Ragnarök.
God of War and The Last of Us are both PlayStation hits, and audiences and players deserve a faithful God of War live-action adaptation after it has spent so many years in development hell. With the rising trend of such adaptations, it looks like it can finally happen.
Kratos on the cover of God of War (2005).
A New Era for God of War Adaptation
Despite being one of the most popular video game IPs for years, a live-action adaptation of God of War has yet to happen. However, Amazon Studios is finally developing the live-action God of War TV series, putting an end to years of anticipation.
Christopher Judge as Kratos, Alastair Duncan as Mimir, and Danielle Bisutti as Freya in God of War: Ragnarök.
The confirmation of the God of War TV series has sparked enthusiastic responses from audiences familiar with the acclaimed video game franchise. With Amazon Studios' commitment to developing a faithful retelling of the source material, the God of War TV series has the potential to replicate the success of The Last of Us.
