Netflix's new series The Witcher , based on the popular video game series, indicates there's a strong market for live action series based on beloved games. While many studios have tried ( and largely failed ) with film adaptations, streaming television services tend to be a more forgiving medium. Budgets are typically smaller, and with that, productions are lower-risk than films, which seek recouped costs with large-scale theatrical releases. To date, TV networks have aired a handful of shows based on video games, primarily targeted toward kids or anime audiences. However, there’s been little in the way of live-action television adaptations of games for primarily adult audien
Despite speculation that Electronic Arts would shut down game studio BioWare after back-to-back flops Mass Effect: Andromeda and Anthem , Kotaku’s Jason Schreier recently published an article claiming the beloved studio is alive and kicking . The game company is working on an overhaul of Anthem , he says, which it may call Anthem 2.0 or Anthem N
An evolution of the characters and scenarios set up in the Titanfall series, this lore-rich battle royale features a diverse cast of characters with unique motivations and backstories. The Apex Games bring them together as they form teams of three to fight to become the Apex Champions. Their fight for glory is full of sci-fi action, spy operations, mystery and mystique. While there’s plenty to explore in Bloodhound’s dark past or the life-altering experiences that led Bangalore to join the Apex Games, we’d also be happy with a sitcom exploring Mirage’s search for love... and the perfect pork chop rec
A large focus on teamwork and coordination makes Apex Legends a great game for new players or experienced players of this genre alike. Even the worst of players can use the phenomenal ping system to help out the rest of their squad. Plus, this game is completely f
Every fight relies heavily on getting the high ground in World’s Edge, making champions that can move a team or distract the enemy higher candidates for success. Similarly, movement through the open areas is a consideration for any team looking to survive into the last few circles. To succeed in the current season, team mobility (and a steady hand) reign supreme in Apex Legen
One of the biggest battle royale first-person shooters on the market, Apex Legends _ provides its players a fast-paced character-oriented Respawn Entertainment Shooter. _Apex allows players a complicated blend of tactical decision making and rapidly fast first-person action. It rewards a player's individual skill as much as it encourages team play and combination. Unlike its contemporaries Apex has an incredibly fast game speed, it allows very little time to think but rather forces a reaction. It's a title that forces prior knowledge of a situation rather than a reactive style of play. Apex is one of the most interesting battle royale style games and is one that should be cherished for its individual identity and unique blend of gen
Another master of intel, Bloodhound feels like he should be higher on the list for how fun he is on World’s Edge. Yet, his scan isn’t always viable if the distance is too great between teams. This happens often in wide-open areas between drop hubs and in city fights where the distance between buildings, or even between the top and bottom floor of the high ri
As a writer, Hagopian may have entered the world of battle royale games unsure of his purpose. But given the tremendous amount of fan support for Apex Legends over the last year, one would hope he has fully realized his purpose by
With void walking capabilities and Dimensional Rift at her disposal, it is not hard to see why Wraith ranks in at number two on a map that requires mobility. Gaining the high ground and escaping a disadvantageous fight is the name of the game on World’s Edge. Phasing out of danger or into a flanking position is where Wraith excels at the individual le
A walking tank, what Gibraltar loses in movement speed he makes up for in utility. In a wide-open field or the cities, his shield dome can save a team in distress. The combination of his dome and ultimate can push a team away or invite them into a close-quarters shotgun fight that Gibby will likely win with his gun shield act
The combat here is solid enough, the art style is distinct and charming, and the writing presented here has a great sense of humor. Plenty of laughs from the game's absurd plot and satisfying combat are what players can expect when they try Deathspa
It would be fascinating to see Destiny on the small screen, as there are a myriad of storylines that explore different planets and realities. Like the games, a show could explore these narratives from the perspective of a Guardian. Different seasons could reflect the events of different expansions (I'd love more than anything to see a made-for-TV retelling of the events from the original Destiny 's The Taken King expansi