9 mega-popular games that now have a film adaptation (10 photos)

Our century can rightfully be considered a golden era for everyone video game lover. And watch your favorite characters jump out from its pixelated borders to the bright world of cinema and television, and at all - a very special feeling. In this post, we remember nine of legendary video games that have been lucky enough to jump on big and not so big screens.





1. Witcher



The Witcher is a game full of magic, battles and mythical animals. The adventures of the protagonist Geralt of Rivia turned out to be so captivating, which attracted the attention of Netflix and eventually formed the basis popular series. Until recently, the main role was played by Henry Cavill, however, the actor left the project after the third season due to disagreements with creators. In the next seasons, Geralta will play Liam Hemsworth.

2. Dota





In the world of Dota, ancient forces clash in a whirlwind of strategy and team work. Animated adaptation of 'Dota: Dragon's Blood' immerses the viewer into this rich universe even deeper. Netflix series that Yuri Lowenthal (voice of Peter Parker in the Playstation games about Spider-Man) voices the dragon knight Davion, fills each frame exciting lore game. This series will not only please the old fans of the universe, but also incredibly useful for beginners and those who I would like to start playing Dota, but I am afraid of not understanding the complex world games.

3. Sonic the Hedgehog



Speaking of adaptations of famous games, how can you forget about it speed-obsessed blue ball of energy? Legendary games for Sega consoles have fascinated gamers for decades, and when Sonic burst onto the big screen in Sonic the Movie, fans were in delighted - if you close your eyes to all the hype with the first unsuccessful favorite character design. In this bright and cheerful picture of the main the hero was voiced by Ben Schwartz, and the legendary Jim Carrey played the role Sonic's nemesis, Dr. Robotnik.

4. Tomb Raider



In the Tomb Raider series, the fearless archaeologist Lara Croft experienced many incredible adventures with the players, along the way revealing even more ancient secrets. The adventure spirit of the game is perfect fit for the big screen, so the franchise got pretty fast film adaptation. Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander alternately played beautiful, smart and brave Lara Croft in the films "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider and Tomb Raider: Lara Croft, respectively.

5 Assassin's Creed



Through the memories of ancestors, the protagonists of the Assassin's series Creed travel through different eras of human history, living life members of a secret organization of assassins through their eyes. This unique gaming the experience migrated to the big screen starring Michael Fassbender. The film tried to replicate the trademark combination of historical reference and dynamic stealth gameplay of the series, and although it was met with quite cool, he gave fans an extra opportunity once again enjoy your favorite franchise.

6. Prince of Persia



Prince of Persia is a video game series known for its unusual combination of acrobatics, puzzles and sword fights. When these elements combined on the screen of cinemas, it turned out really breathtaking spectacle. The role of the nimble prince in the film adaptation was played by Jake Gyllenhall; Alas, the film did not fall in love with critics and never received continuation.

7 Resident Evil



Resident Evil has become the standard of the survival horror genre - from the name alone makes gamers' blood run cold. The game spawned an entire film franchise that skillfully embodied all the horrors of the source. For in all six films, the role of the main character, the ruthless Alice, was played by the legendary Milla Jovovich.

8. The Last of Us



No such list would be complete without The Last of Us. The game went down in history thanks to its touching storyline and unforgettableto your characters is a journey through the post-apocalyptic world shocked the players to the core. This story can now be seen on screen in the HBO series in which Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey inhaled life in the characters of Joel and Ellie.

9. League of Legends



The League of Legends universe, which, like Dota, is famous for with its strategic battles and exciting lore, spawned animated series "Arcane", which was very warmly received as fans games, and ordinary viewers around the world. This Netflix animated series plunges viewers even deeper into the city of Piltover and its dark underside, Zaun, and expands the lore of the League of Legends universe. The main roles were voiced actresses Hailee Steinfeld and Ella Purnell.