PlayStation Productions Unveils Ambitious Slate of Game Adaptations at CES 2025
PlayStation Productions made a splash at CES 2025, announcing a wave of new video game adaptations spanning various genres and formats. The January 7th presentation showcased a diverse lineup poised to expand the PlayStation universe beyond the gaming console.
New Adaptations Announced:
- Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Series: A new anime series based on the popular Ghost of Tsushima multiplayer mode, Legends, is in the works, a collaboration between Crunchyroll and Aniplex. Directed by Takanobu Mizumo and with story composition by Gen Urobuchi, the series will premiere exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027, with Sony Music handling the soundtrack.
- Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 Films: Asad Qizilbash (Head of PlayStation Productions) and Ashley Brucks (President of Screen Gems) revealed upcoming film adaptations of Horizon Zero Dawn (produced by Sony Pictures) and Helldivers 2 (produced by Columbia Pictures). Details remain scarce for both projects.
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Until Dawn Film Adaptation: A film adaptation of Until Dawn is slated for release on April 25, 2025.
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The Last of Us Season Two Trailer: Neil Druckmann unveiled a new trailer for The Last of Us season two, confirming the adaptation of elements from The Last of Us Part II, introducing characters like Abby and Dina.
Past Successes and Future Projects:
PlayStation Productions has a track record of successful adaptations, including the Uncharted film (2022) and the Gran Turismo film (2023), both exceeding box office expectations. The Twisted Metal series (Peacock, 2023) also saw a second season complete production in late 2024, though a release date is pending.
Beyond the CES announcements, PlayStation Productions continues development on film adaptations of Days Gone, a sequel to the Uncharted film, and a television series based on God of War.
The continued expansion of PlayStation Productions suggests a strong commitment to bringing beloved PlayStation franchises to broader audiences through diverse media formats. The success of these projects will undoubtedly shape the future of video game adaptations.
