Video games based on movies have been around for decades, and while they may have a bad reputation, there are some games that stand out as truly exceptional. These games take the essence of the movies they're based on and turn them into an interactive experience that captures the magic of the film. Here are ten of the best video games based on movies.
GoldenEye 007 (1997)
GoldenEye 007 is a first-person shooter based on the James Bond film of the same name. It was one of the first console first-person shooters to successfully implement stealth and varied mission objectives. The game has been praised for its level design and multiplayer mode, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest games of all time.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is an action game based on the second film in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The game allows players to control Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli as they battle their way through hordes of enemies. The game is praised for its faithful adaptation of the film's story and characters, as well as its satisfying combat system.
Marvel's Spider-Man (2018)
Marvel's Spider-Man is an action-adventure game based on the Spider-Man character. The game features an open-world design that allows players to swing through New York City as Spider-Man, completing missions and fighting crime. The game is praised for its fluid combat system, detailed world-building, and faithful adaptation of the Spider-Man character.
Alien: Isolation (2014)
Alien: Isolation is a survival horror game based on the Alien film series. The game follows Amanda Ripley, daughter of the original Alien protagonist Ellen Ripley, as she investigates the disappearance of her mother. The game is praised for its tense atmosphere, stealth mechanics, and faithful adaptation of the Alien universe.
Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009)
Batman: Arkham Asylum is an action-adventure game based on the Batman comic book series. The game takes place entirely within the confines of Arkham Asylum, and allows players to control Batman as he battles his way through the Joker's schemes. The game is praised for its combat system, level design, and faithful adaptation of the Batman character.
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay (2004)
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay is a first-person shooter based on the Riddick film series. The game follows Riddick as he attempts to escape from the infamous Butcher Bay prison. The game is praised for its narrative, stealth mechanics, and voice acting by Vin Diesel, who portrays the Riddick character in the films.
The Warriors (2005)
The Warriors is an action game based on the 1979 film of the same name. The game allows players to control various members of the Warriors gang as they fight their way through rival gangs in New York City. The game is praised for its faithful adaptation of the film's story and characters, as well as its satisfying combat system.
South Park: The Stick of Truth (2014)
South Park: The Stick of Truth is a role-playing game based on the animated television series South Park. The game allows players to create their own character and explore the town of South Park, interacting with the show's characters and participating in its signature humor. The game is praised for its faithful adaptation of the show's humor and art style, as well as its satisfying RPG mechanics.
Ghostbusters: The Video Game (2009)
Ghostbusters: The Video Game is a third-person shooter based on the Ghostbusters film series. The game takes place two years after the events of Ghostbusters II and allows players to control a new recruit to the team as they investigate paranormal occurrences in New York City. The game is praised for its faithful adaptation of the Ghostbusters universe, its humor, and its satisfying use of the Ghostbusters' signature equipment.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (2019)
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is an action-adventure game set in the Star Wars universe. The game takes place after the events of Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and follows a former Jedi Padawan as they attempt to evade the Empire and rebuild the Jedi Order. The game is praised for its combat system, level design, and faithful adaptation of the Star Wars universe.
These ten games stand out as the best examples of video games based on movies. They take the essence of the films they're based on and turn them into unique and immersive interactive experiences. Whether you're a fan of James Bond, The Lord of the Rings, Spider-Man, Alien, Batman, The Warriors, South Park, Ghostbusters, or Star Wars, there's a game on this list that will satisfy your craving for cinematic-inspired gaming.
