Gaming has given us some of the most rich and cinematic worlds ever created. Some franchises already feel like they were designed for live-action adaptation, with strong narratives, memorable characters, and worlds that could easily support a full TV series.
In this article, we are covering five game franchises that, in our opinion, deserve a TV show. Of course, tastes will always differ, and that’s the fun part, you can share your own picks in the comments.
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1. Metro
The Metro series is one of the strongest choices for a post-apocalyptic TV adaptation. Its setting explores a nuclear war aftermath where survivors live inside the metro tunnels, while the surface world remains dangerous and mutated. The game’s dark tone, survival themes, and detailed world-building make it a natural fit for a gritty drama series.
What makes Metro especially appealing is how intense and atmospheric it is. A TV show could explore the politics of the shelters, the fear of the outside world, and the moral choices survivors face. With the right budget and creative direction, this could become a standout post-apocalyptic series.
2. BioShock
BioShock is another franchise that practically asks for a TV adaptation. Its underwater city, Rapture, is one of the most iconic settings in gaming, and the story mixes science fiction, philosophy, and disaster in a very unique way. The conflict around Adam, genetic power, and the collapse of society gives the series a powerful narrative backbone.
A BioShock show would need to preserve the look and mood of the games. The characters should feel authentic, the retro-futuristic world should be carefully designed, and the tone should remain unsettling and intelligent. If done well, it could become one of the most visually striking gaming adaptations ever made.
3. Uncharted
Uncharted already feels like a blockbuster adventure series. It has action, exploration, mystery, humour, and just enough romance to make it appealing to a wide audience. That’s exactly why it would work so well as a TV show, especially if each season adapted one game’s story arc.
A series version could give more space to character development and world-building than a film ever could. The key would be staying faithful to the spirit of the games while making smart changes for television. The goal should be simple: keep the adventure, the treasure hunts, and the charm that made Nathan Drake so memorable.
4. Darksiders
Darksiders is a franchise that deserves much more attention than it gets. Its mythology, cosmic conflict, and story of the Four Horsemen fighting to restore balance make it a perfect candidate for a high-budget fantasy series. The action, visual style, and scale of the world would translate well to television if the production quality is strong.
This would, however, require serious CGI and effects work. The series has a lot of supernatural and larger-than-life elements, so the visual execution would need to be top tier. Still, if a studio ever commits to it properly, Darksiders could become a major fantasy TV event.
5. Prince of Persia
Prince of Persia is one of the most iconic game franchises ever made, and it has all the ingredients of a great show. Time manipulation, memorable characters, palace intrigue, action, and a strong sense of adventure all make it feel like premium television material. For many players, this is one of the most nostalgic franchises in gaming.
A TV adaptation could look incredible if it captured the feel of the classic games, especially with the right music, costumes, and production design. The presence of characters like Dahaka and Kaileena alone shows how cinematic the franchise already is. With a strong cast and proper visual effects, this could become a huge hit.
Why These Games Work
These five franchises stand out because they already have what most TV shows need: a strong world, memorable characters, and a story that can stretch across multiple episodes or seasons. Some are dark and atmospheric, some are adventurous, and some are built around mythology or philosophy. That variety is exactly why they would make compelling television.
The biggest challenge is budget. Games like Metro, Darksiders, and Prince of Persia would need serious production value to look right on screen. But if a studio is willing to invest properly, these adaptations could do justice to the original material.
Final Thoughts
These are the game franchises I think deserve TV shows the most. Some of them already feel close to cinematic storytelling, while others have worlds so deep that a series would be the best way to explore them. The important thing is faithfulness to the core identity of the games, even if some changes are needed for television.
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