An executive at Lionsgate confirms that a video game based on the action-packedJohn Wickfranchise is currently in early development. The first film was considered a comeback for Keanu Reeves when it initially premiered, filled with plenty of action set pieces, a thrilling atmosphere, and an intriguing backdrop with its neo-noir elements. This one film then expanded with a set of sequels, with thefourthJohn Wickfilmpremiering in theaters earlier this year. Like the previous three movies, it received plenty of critical and commercial success. The franchise isn’t stopping anytime soon, with Lionsgate looking to expand it beyond just films.
These extensions of theJohn Wickuniverse have been announced as a series of spinoff media, including TV Shows, films, and video games.The ContinentalTV seriesfor example will answer several questions about the universe, whileBallerinais a spin-off movie that stars a retired ballerina assassin using lore that was established in the third film. A game based on the franchise is also in early development.
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This tidbit was revealed in a Lionsgate earnings call for Q4 2023, where its Motion Picture Group chairman, Joe Drake, confirms alongsidea fifthJohn Wickfilmis in early development, the studio is looking at producing a regular series of spin-offs. More specifically, it is looking towards the AAA video game space, alongside the aforementioned TV spin-offs. There wasn’t much revealed about this possible game at this time, with Drake focused on the slate of TV shows and films revolving around the franchise.
In terms of what’s next for theJohn Wickfranchise,Ballerinawill be coming out next year, with three other things in production. This includesJohn Wick 5andThe Continental, with these spin-offs building to the fifth film. He concludes by stating that there will be a “regular cadence” ofJohn Wick-related content. It’s uncertain if the third product is a video game, but it’s entirely possible, but fans will just need to wait and see.
John Wickhas had a foray into the video game space before, as seen with2019’sJohn Wick Hex, a strategy game developed by Bithell Games and is a prequel to the films. While it’s a strategy game, most fans would likely prefer a game that captures the action in the same vein as games like SlopClap’sSifuor one that leans into Wick being a former hitman like IO Interactive’sHitmanseries of games. For the time being, fans will need to wait until a more formal announcement about thisJohn Wickgame is revealed.
John Wickis in development.
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