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Console games have come a long way since their inception. Today, video games are more than just a form of entertainment, they have become an art form, a platform for storytelling, and a source of inspiration for movies and TV shows. Over the years, several console games have been adapted into movies and TV shows. In this article, we take a look at some of the biggest hits that have been inspired by console games.
Resident Evil
Resident Evil is a survival horror game that was first released in 1996. The game was an instant hit and has since spawned several sequels and spin-offs. In 2002, a movie adaptation of the game was released, which was followed by several more movies in the franchise. The movies follow the same premise as the game, where a group of people fight to survive against hordes of zombies and other bio-engineered monsters.
Tomb Raider
Tomb Raider is a popular video game franchise that follows the adventures of Lara Croft, a British archaeologist who travels the world in search of ancient artifacts. The game has been adapted into two movies, starring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. The movies were not critical hits, but they did well at the box office and helped popularize the character of Lara Croft even further.
Assassin’s Creed
Assassin’s Creed is a video game franchise that follows the story of an assassin who uses a machine called the Animus to relive the memories of his ancestors. The game has been adapted into a movie, which follows the same premise as the game. The movie was not a critical success, but it did well at the box office.
The Witcher
The Witcher is a popular video game franchise that follows the story of Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter. The game has been adapted into a TV show by Netflix, which has been a critical and commercial success. The TV show follows the same premise as the game and has been praised for its storytelling, characters, and action sequences.
Halo
Halo is a first-person shooter game that was first released in 2001. The game has since become one of the biggest franchises in the video game industry. The game has been adapted into several books, comics, and movies. A TV show based on the game is currently in development and is set to be released in 2022.
Mortal Kombat
Mortal Kombat is a fighting game that was first released in 1992. The game has since become one of the most iconic video game franchises of all time. The game has been adapted into two movies, a TV series, and several web series. The movies were not critical hits, but they were successful at the box office and helped popularize the franchise even further.
Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy is a role-playing game that was first released in 1987. The game has since become one of the most popular video game franchises of all time. The game has been adapted into several movies, including Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children and Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV. The movies were not critical hits, but they were successful at the box office.
In conclusion, console games have become a source of inspiration for movies and TV shows. The biggest hits in this genre include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider, Assassin’s Creed, The Witcher, Halo, Mortal Kombat, and Final Fantasy. These adaptations have not only helped popularize the franchises even further but have also introduced new audiences to the world of video games. With new console games being released every year, we can expect more adaptations in the future, and it will be interesting to see how these adaptations will evolve and push the boundaries of storytelling.
