A critically acclaimed video game from 2013 is being developed into a TV series withElliot Pageas a producer. For years, video game adaptations were consistently received negatively, starting withSuper Mario Bros.in 1993, and thus, developed a reputation for being bad. However, in recent years, the tide has turned withDetective PikachuandSonic the Hedgehog, and the so-calledvideo game cursehas been broken by HBO’sThe Last of Usand Prime Video’sFallout, both of which received Emmy nominations for Outstanding Drama Series.
In light of this success, multiple video game adaptations have entered development. For film,A Minecraft Movieis set for release on April 4, in addition to Nintendo making aLegend of Zeldamovie following the enormous success ofThe Super Mario Bros. Movie. Netflix hasGears of WarandBioshockmovies in the works, while Prime Video is developing aGod of Warseries. However,there are still plenty of popular video games that haven’t yet been adaptedto the screen.
Beyond: Two Souls Is Being Developed Into A TV Series
Elliot Page Is On Board As A Producer
Beyond: Two Soulsis being adapted into a TV series with Elliot Page as a producer. Released in 2013,the video gamestars Page as Jodie Holmes, a young woman with supernatural abilities who, linked to a mysterious entity named Aiden, becomes caught in a tangle of government conspiracies, military exploitation, and paranormal forces. Also through voice acting and motion capture, Willem Dafoe played Nathan Dawkins, a Department of Paranormal Activity researcher and a mentor-like father figure to Jodie.
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Now, over a decade after its release, the video game is getting a TV series adaptation. According toDeadline,Beyond: Two Soulsis being developed into a TV series by Elliot Page’s Pageboy Productions, who acquired the rights from video game developer Quantic Dream. Page, Pageboy’s Head of Development and Production Matt Jordan Smith, and Quantic Dream writer and director David Cage shared the following statements:
Page: Filming the game was one of the most challenging and fulfilling acting experiences of my career. The story’s rich narrative and emotional depth offer us a fantastic foundation. We want to create a unique vision of the characters and their journeys that resonates with fans and newcomers.
Smith: This adaptation will honor the game’s legacy while inviting fresh perspectives. Delving into questions of survival and how split-second decisions can alter not just our lives, but the lives of others, are key to telling the story.
Cage: We are absolutely thrilled to collaborate again with Elliot Page on this project. I was blown away by his acting performance in the game, and I couldn’t think of anyone else to tell this story with the same passion on another medium.Beyond: Two Soulsis a very special game for millions of players around the world who were moved by the story of Jodie and Aiden, and their journey in life and beyond. I know that Elliot has all the talent and instinct to make it something really unique on TV.
Our Take On The Beyond: Two Souls TV Series
It’s A Great Choice For A Video Game Adaptation
Beyond: Two Souls, which is acclaimed for its cinematic storytelling and Page and Dafoe’s performances, is a great choice for thenext video game adaptation. The series adaptation, which is still in early development, is expected to explore the game’s non-linear storyline, following Jodie’s transformation from a government experiment to a fugitive as she navigates her powers and connection to Aiden. If done right,Beyond: Two Soulscould join the ranks of successful video game adaptations, delivering a compelling, character-driven narrative that captivates both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
