PlayStation Productions Unveils Exciting Lineup: 'Ghost of Tsushima' Anime, 'Helldivers 2' Movie

PlayStation Productions Unveils Ambitious Slate of Game Adaptations at CES 2025

PlayStation Productions made a significant splash at CES 2025, announcing a wave of new game adaptations spanning various genres and formats. The January 7th presentation showcased projects extending beyond 2025, solidifying PlayStation's commitment to expanding its franchises into new media.

Key Announcements:

• Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Anime Series: A new anime series based on Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, a co-op mode from the popular game, is in the works, slated for a 2027 premiere exclusively on Crunchyroll. Directed by Takanobu Mizumo and with story composition by Gen Urobuchi, the series will feature music and soundtrack production by Sony Music.

• Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 Films: Feature films based on Horizon Zero Dawn (produced by Sony Pictures) and Helldivers 2 (produced by Columbia Pictures) are officially in development. Details remain scarce at this time.

• Until Dawn Film Adaptation: A film adaptation of Until Dawn is set for release on April 25, 2025.

• The Last of Us Season Two Trailer: Neil Druckmann unveiled a new trailer for The Last of Us season two, confirming the adaptation will cover the storyline of The Last of Us Part II, introducing characters like Abby and Dina.

Past Successes and Future Prospects:

PlayStation Productions' track record includes successful film adaptations like Uncharted (2022) and Gran Turismo (2023), both exceeding box office expectations. The Twisted Metal series, while less critically acclaimed, completed production of its second season in late 2024.

The studio also has ongoing projects, including films based on Days Gone and a sequel to the Uncharted movie, as well as a God of War TV series. The continued success and expansion of PlayStation Productions suggest a bright future for video game adaptations, driven by the popularity of existing franchises and the potential for new storytelling opportunities.