As a gamer, I’ve noticed that so many games these days aren’t just fun to play – they tell incredible stories. We’re talking full-blown cinematic experiences, from epic space adventures to really atmospheric indie mysteries. I’ve put together a list of games that I think would make amazing movies. They’ve all got a strong central idea, characters you really care about, and worlds that are already so well-developed visually and through their backstory. Imagine seeing a movie about pulling off a heist on another planet, exploring a city with a dark curse, uncovering the secrets of a clockwork empire, or just a really moving story about people in the wilderness. I’ve included what each game is about, the overall feel, and what makes it special so you can see why it would work so well on the big screen.
Red Dead Redemption
Red Dead Redemption immerses you in a sweeping Western tale, following outlaw John Marston as he tracks down his old gang. The story blends personal drama with the pressures of a changing world and the rise of new technology. The game’s realistic landscapes – from vast plains to dusty towns and railway lines – create a believable and detailed setting. It explores powerful themes of loyalty, family, and the end of the Wild West, brought to life by memorable characters and a deliberately paced narrative.
Mass Effect
The Mass Effect series, created by BioWare, follows Commander Shepard as they gather a diverse team to face a powerful, age-old enemy threatening the galaxy. The games are known for their central hub, the Citadel, the richly detailed alien civilizations, and the impactful decisions players make, which affect relationships and the story’s ending. With a blend of negotiation, secret operations, and epic combat, each game offers a complete and satisfying experience. The series is visually striking, featuring memorable ships like the Normandy and unique alien races such as the Turians and Asari, as well as characters with biotic abilities.
Metroid
The Metroid series centers around Samus Aran, a solitary bounty hunter who explores ancient alien structures and combats dangerous biological weapons. The games create a feeling of loneliness and suspense as you scan forgotten relics and face off against creepy, parasitic creatures. Players navigate challenging planets and complex environments, upgrading Samus’s powerful suit and solving puzzles using her morph ball ability. The story is told subtly, but the core conflict is always clear: a heroic battle against the recurring villain, Ridley.
The Legend of Zelda
The Legend of Zelda is a fantasy adventure where Link tries to save Hyrule and Princess Zelda from the evil Ganon. The games are famous for items like the Master Sword and the Triforce, and feature dungeons inspired by different places and cultures. Players explore vast worlds, solve puzzles, and enjoy music that’s connected to the game’s story. While each game tells its own story, they all fit into a larger, repeating cycle of heroes and villains, giving the series a legendary feel.
God of War
The latest installments of the series follow Kratos and his son Atreus as they travel through a world based on Norse mythology. The story delves into encounters with gods, giants, and ancient prophecies, all while focusing on the evolving bond between a father and son. Players will experience dynamic combat with the Leviathan Axe, powerful rune magic, and stunning locations like Midgard and Jötunheim. Discovering lore through ancient stones and interacting with memorable characters like Mimir adds depth and humor to the rich world.
Bloodborne
FromSoftware’s dark and intense action RPG takes place in Yharnam, a city destroyed by a strange blood-borne disease. As a Hunter, you’ll uncover a complex story that mixes the grim atmosphere of Victorian horror with terrifying, otherworldly creatures. The game is known for its unique transforming weapons, eerie, lantern-lit streets, and challenging monster hunts. The story starts with a focus on forbidden medical practices but slowly reveals a deeper, ancient threat, encouraging players to explore and piece things together.
Hollow Knight
Team Cherry’s beautifully hand-drawn adventure takes you to Hallownest, a ruined kingdom of insects, where you’ll find mysterious clues about its past. You play as a silent Knight, meeting strange characters and discovering the source of a deadly infection. The game features smooth, accurate movement, exciting sword combat, and customizable abilities, letting you tackle challenges in your own way. Explore a vast and interconnected world, from glowing caves to dangerous fungal landscapes, and embark on a journey where the challenges become increasingly difficult.
Portal
In Aperture Science’s test chambers, players solve physics-based puzzles with help (and darkly humorous commentary) from an AI named GLaDOS. The key to success is the portal gun, which lets you create instant pathways and requires creative, quick thinking. While navigating the sterile labs, you’ll find clues suggesting a much bigger disaster happened within the company. The game’s sleek design and increasingly challenging tests create a compelling and cleverly designed story.
Half-Life
The game begins with a disastrous experiment at Black Mesa that tears open gateways to dangerous alien worlds. The story happens live, unfolding as you explore the environment, witness dramatic events, and see scientists struggling to survive. You’ll face a variety of enemies – from the creepy Headcrabs and alien Vortigaunts to the heavily armed HECU troops – all presented in a realistic sci-fi setting. The main character doesn’t speak, and the story is revealed through what you see and experience, creating a deeply immersive experience.
BioShock
The game takes place in Rapture, a stunning but broken underwater city built on the idea of an ideal, self-reliant society. This society collapsed due to dangerous genetic experiments. The city’s unique look – inspired by art deco design – and the use of special powers called plasmids, along with the haunting relationship between the Little Sisters and Big Daddies, all contribute to its atmosphere. You learn about what happened through recordings and posters, uncovering both the city’s beliefs and the personal stories of its people. The game keeps you guessing with difficult choices and a complex, twisting plot.
The Last Guardian
Okay, so I’ve been playing this game where you’re a kid and you team up with this massive, amazing creature called Trico. We’re exploring these old, broken-down ruins that are full of really cool, ancient tech. It’s all about figuring out how to get around together – Trico and I have to help each other climb and solve puzzles. We don’t really talk much, it’s more about understanding each other through actions and just…feeling it out. The whole game has this really sad, beautiful vibe, with these crumbling towers and creepy stone guardians everywhere. You slowly uncover the story of a lost civilization and learn what it cost to form this incredible bond with Trico. It’s not a game that holds your hand with tons of cutscenes, it shows you the story.
Control
Remedy’s thrilling game puts you inside the Oldest House, the constantly changing headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Control. You play as Director Jesse Faden, using a powerful weapon and reality-altering powers to fight a mysterious force called the Hiss. The game builds a strange, bureaucratic world filled with brutal architecture, unusual objects, and cryptic documents. The story combines a personal search for Jesse’s missing brother with a larger, cosmic threat, revealed through notes and strange videos.
Dishonored
Dishonored takes place in Dunwall, a gritty, industrial city, and centers on Corvo Attano, a skilled bodyguard framed in a royal plot who becomes an assassin. The game’s world is unique, blending whale-powered technology with a deadly plague and supernatural abilities granted by a mysterious entity. Players can choose to approach missions with stealth, gadgets, or direct combat, and their actions have a real impact on the city and its people. The game’s rich backstory explores a network of islands, hidden organizations, and a strange, otherworldly realm.
Dragon Age: Origins
This fantasy role-playing game centers around the Grey Wardens as they try to bring together different groups to defeat a demonic threat known as the Blight. The game begins by letting you create a character with a backstory that connects them to important factions like mages, dwarves, and elves. The fight against the darkspawn is made more difficult by the complex political situation in the kingdom of Ferelden. The story unfolds through your relationships with your companions, their individual quests, and the choices you make along the way.
Horizon Zero Dawn
Aloy’s story takes place on Earth in the distant future, where tribes live alongside incredible, animal-like machines. As the story unfolds, players discover the history of the world before its fall through hidden bunkers, holographic recordings, and recovered data logs. Gameplay combines skillful archery, strategic traps, and the ability to target specific parts on massive robotic enemies. The beautiful natural world, contrasted with the remnants of a highly advanced civilization, creates a compelling sense of mystery.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
This action game takes place in a fantastical version of feudal Japan. You play as Wolf, a shinobi tasked with guarding a special descendant. Battles focus on skillful timing – breaking an enemy’s stance, perfectly deflecting attacks, and using a grappling hook to move around and above the battlefield. The game blends historical conflict with mythical themes, like ancient dragon powers and the dangers of eternal life. You’ll explore diverse locations, from towering castles to treacherous, poisoned valleys, each carefully designed with challenging enemy encounters.
Metal Gear Solid
This action-packed spy series focuses on secret missions, preventing nuclear war, and the intense competition between elite soldiers. It’s famous for its unique two-way radio conversations, challenging boss fights with clever designs, and powerful military machines like the Metal Gear robots. The story involves hidden groups, genetically engineered clones, and characters constantly changing sides. Throughout the game, it explores ideas about who controls information and what it means to be a soldier.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Dragonborn’s journey unfolds in the vast province of Skyrim, where they use powerful shouts amidst a raging civil war and the fulfillment of an age-old prophecy. Players can explore a variety of quests, join different guilds, and delve into ancient Nordic ruins, all offering unique storylines. The world is filled with memorable sights, from fearsome dragons and powerful Daedric artifacts to mysterious crypts. Discovering lore through books and ancient standing stones reveals the rich cultures and histories of this land.
System Shock
The game takes place on a space station controlled by a rogue AI named SHODAN, who transforms the crew into terrifying cyborgs and mutants once her safety protocols are removed. Players piece together what happened by finding logs, watching security footage, and hacking into computers as they navigate the station’s tight corridors. The combination of gruesome body horror, futuristic technology, and the struggle to survive creates a constantly tense atmosphere. The story explores the risks of unchecked corporate power and the potential dangers of artificial intelligence without limits.
Alan Wake
This thriller follows a novelist desperately searching for his wife in a shadowy town in the Pacific Northwest. The darkness itself feels dangerous, and the story’s unique combat system revolves around light and shadow. As the novelist investigates, he uncovers manuscript pages that seem to predict the future, making him question what’s real and what’s fiction. The game unfolds like a serialized mystery, taking place across atmospheric forests, lakes, and rundown motels.
Gears of War
On the devastated planet Sera, human soldiers fight a desperate war against the Locust, a terrifying underground enemy. The game features intense combat using cover, iconic weapons like the Lancer’s chainsaw bayonet, and massive, spectacular environments. The story focuses on the bonds between soldiers, the importance of family, and how the war began. Visually, the game presents a bleak and imposing world of ruined cities and vast underground caverns, all built with a heavy industrial aesthetic.
Firewatch
In the late 1980s, a forest lookout named Henry works in Wyoming, developing a connection with his supervisor, Delilah, through radio conversations. The story is told through exploration, conversations, and by paying attention to the environment around him. Over the course of one summer, the risks of wildfires, the mystery of missing people, and Henry’s own past all come together. The game features a warm, natural art style and focuses on peaceful exploration of recognizable landmarks.
The Wolf Among Us
This dark and atmospheric mystery, inspired by classic comics, centers on Bigby Wolf as he solves crimes in a city populated by characters from fairy tales who have been forced into exile. Your choices impact your relationships with familiar faces like Snow White and the Woodsman. The game features intriguing case files, dangerous nightclubs, and magical objects, all set within a unique urban fantasy world. Each episode combines classic detective work with sudden, intense moments of supernatural action.
Nier: Automata
I’m completely obsessed with NieR:Automata! You play as 2B and 9S, these androids battling machines on a really bleak, ruined Earth. But it’s not just about the fighting – the story is so deep. What’s amazing is that you need to play through it multiple times to really understand everything. Each playthrough unlocks new viewpoints, different endings, and just layers upon layers of story I hadn’t even noticed before. The music is incredible, the way the camera changes keeps things fresh, and the combat mixes up genres so it never gets old. Honestly, even the little details – like reading item descriptions or doing side quests – add so much to the themes of who we are, what we’re meant to do, and this feeling that history just keeps repeating itself. It’s a masterpiece.
Persona 5
A team of students become the Phantom Thieves, aiming to reform the hearts of corrupt individuals by venturing into bizarre, dreamlike palaces. The game blends everyday life – including school, jobs, and building relationships – with thrilling heists. Its striking red and black aesthetic, along with the use of masks and personalized Personas, creates a unique and unified look. The game’s structure, with a calendar and deepening character connections, provides a clear sense of progression and growth.
Baldur’s Gate 3
A group of adventurers, each infected with a strange parasite, team up as they journey across the Sword Coast. The game uses rules inspired by tabletop role-playing, featuring strategic turn-based battles and conversations where dice rolls determine the outcome. Each character has their own goals and is connected to different groups and dangerous otherworldly forces. Players will explore everything from bustling cities filled with secrets to ancient, haunted temples, all within a classic fantasy world.
Journey
This game features a cloaked wanderer journeying across deserts and ancient ruins towards a faraway mountain. You navigate using a unique gliding system and are guided by the music. The story of a lost civilization unfolds through the environment itself, without any spoken words. Players can also team up online with others for short, silent cooperative experiences. The game is designed to be calming and thoughtful, progressing from difficult landscapes to a sense of rising above challenges, all marked by distinct visuals and different areas.
Ghost of Tsushima
I’m totally hooked on this game set during the Mongol invasion of Tsushima! You play as Jin Sakai, a samurai who has to change his fighting style – he starts using stealth to defend his island home. It’s a really powerful story about what it means to be honorable, the realities of war, and just how much people will sacrifice to survive. You’re constantly battling enemy leaders and the invading forces. And the combat is incredible – think intense katana fights, skillful archery, and riding your horse across beautiful landscapes. Seriously, the world itself is stunning – golden forests, dramatic coastlines, and ancient temples everywhere you look. It feels like you’re playing through a cinematic masterpiece!
Dead Space
In the game, engineer Isaac Clarke investigates a mining ship where the crew has been horrifically mutated by alien parasites. Players uncover the story through found recordings, blueprints, and security footage, which reveal a dangerous cult and a mysterious alien object. Isaac uses tools like his plasma cutter and kinesis module not only to fix things, but also to fight for survival. The game creates a constant sense of dread with its tight, enclosed spaces, areas with no gravity, and a haunting musical score.
StarCraft
Across the galaxy, three powerful races – the Terran, Zerg, and Protoss – are locked in a constant war where alliances change frequently. The conflict unfolds in diverse locations, from newly settled colonies to age-old temples and space stations. Characters like Kerrigan and Raynor drive storylines filled with both treachery and the chance for forgiveness. The unique technologies, psychic powers, and biological strengths of each race shape massive battles and complex political schemes.
Elden Ring
Broken heroes wander the Lands Between, searching for pieces of a destroyed relic to bring peace back to the world. This land is a mix of classic dungeons, vast open areas, and secret underground tombs, all steeped in mysterious history. Powerful figures, like demigods and knights, have complicated family backgrounds. Battles are defined by ghostly allies, magic-infused powers, and fighting on horseback.
Hades
Prince Zagreus is constantly trying to break free from the Underworld, battling his legendary family members along the way. Each escape attempt unlocks new conversations and opportunities, and help from the gods – in the form of boons – lets him try different approaches. He’ll journey through diverse locations like Asphodel and Elysium, and encounter well-known figures from Greek mythology managing the Underworld’s operations. Zagreus improves his abilities by collecting weapons and keepsakes, and even by renovating his home.
Prey
A scientist working on a space station owned by a corporation uncovers evidence of shapeshifting aliens and disturbing experiments involving memory manipulation. The story unfolds through found documents like emails, audio recordings, and lab notes, revealing hidden conflicts and competing goals among those on board. Players can use tools like the GLOO cannon and neuromods to overcome obstacles and explore in unique ways. The station itself is a key part of the story, with its diverse areas – from lush gardens to dangerous exterior walkways – gradually revealing deeper secrets.
Thief
Garrett, a skilled thief, operates in a city blending advanced, steam-powered technology with mysterious magical elements. Gameplay focuses on sneaking through environments – across rooftops, through air vents, and past guards – by carefully observing their movements. He uses tools like rope and water arrows, and lockpicks to complete objectives without violence. The city is also caught in a conflict between powerful groups like the Hammerites and the Keepers, adding layers of intrigue and danger.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines
This game puts you in the role of a brand new vampire navigating the complex world of Los Angeles politics, where powerful vampire clans are constantly vying for control. Your choices – how you talk to people, the supernatural powers you develop, and the clan you join – will all affect how you complete missions and interact with others. You’ll explore a diverse city, from glamorous nightclubs and luxurious mansions to gritty sewers and bustling office buildings. The game is built around the strict rules of vampire society – known as the Masquerade – and the ever-changing alliances and betrayals between factions.
Splinter Cell
Sam Fisher is a secret operative who completes dangerous, hidden missions focused on gathering intelligence and operating without leaving a trace. He relies on tools like cameras and fiber optics to detect danger, and uses light and sound to stay hidden. His assignments take him to locations around the globe – from embassies to ships and data centers – all connected by major international events. Throughout each mission, he receives guidance and up-to-the-minute information from his support team.
Death Stranding
Sam Bridges, a delivery worker, journeys across a broken America, reconnecting isolated settlements after a mysterious storm. He carries vital cargo and uses tools like ropes and special equipment to navigate challenging terrain and reach safe locations. The journey is complicated by ghostly creatures and rain that affects time, adding new layers to the world. Along the way, Sam uncovers stories of the past through holographic messages and searches for lost family, all while trying to rebuild connections between communities.
Dark Souls
A powerful, undead hero journeys through a ruined world, marked by the battles of gods and dragons. The story unfolds gradually through details found on items, clues within the environment, and limited conversations. The game encourages careful exploration and strategic fighting with its interconnected areas, shortcuts, and deliberate speed. Each location – from challenging boss arenas to crumbling fortresses and underground catacombs – has its own unique look and feel.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
A detective who’s been murdered comes back as a ghost with the power to briefly rewind time and stop people from dying. Players solve mysteries by possessing objects, setting off a series of events, and figuring out what happened in the past. The story features a diverse group of characters including other detectives, assassins, and a woman with memory loss who’s at the center of a larger plot. The game uses a unique art style with fun animations and shifting viewpoints to make investigations engaging and easy to follow.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
The Zone is a dangerous, quarantined area where scavengers and mercenaries roam, facing strange anomalies and mutated creatures. The story revolves around finding valuable artifacts while dealing with research groups and secret labs. Players must manage threats like radiation, limited supplies, and relationships with different factions to survive. The game creates a consistently bleak atmosphere through abandoned locations, decaying structures, and harsh weather.
Deus Ex
Players take on the role of a highly-enhanced agent investigating worldwide conspiracies connected to powerful biotech companies and secret groups. They can customize their character with skills and cybernetic implants, allowing them to complete missions using hacking, stealth, or combat. The game features detailed city hubs with apartments, medical facilities, and hidden areas, offering numerous side quests. The story unfolds through in-game sources like news feeds, emails, and documents, where even minor decisions can have major global repercussions.
Subnautica
You’re the only person left on an underwater planet, and you need to survive by building habitats and figuring out how alien technology works. To make progress, you’ll scan for instructions, carefully manage your oxygen supply, and build submarines to explore the dangerous depths. The planet features diverse areas like colorful coral reefs, dense kelp forests, and fiery volcanic trenches, each with increasing challenges. By finding and studying old computer terminals and the remains of a lost civilization, you can uncover the planet’s secrets and find a way to escape.
L.A. Noire
This detective story follows a police officer’s career as they solve crimes in Los Angeles after the war. Each investigation involves examining crime scenes, talking to witnesses, and pursuing suspects in car chases. The detective uses advanced facial animation technology to help read people during interrogations, looking for clues in their expressions and comparing them to the evidence. The game takes place across a detailed map of the city, including film studios, luxurious homes, and gritty industrial areas, all connected to a web of corruption.
A Plague Tale: Innocence
Two siblings are on the run from the Inquisition while strange, supernatural rats overrun medieval towns. Players must use shadows, clever tools, and distractions to stay hidden. As they travel through countryside, churches, and old battlegrounds, they uncover the source of the rat infestation. The story focuses on the characters, showing how their relationships change and the sacrifices they make along the way.
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
This game follows a Celtic warrior’s deeply personal struggle with psychosis, brought to life through haunting voices and disorienting illusions. Players will solve environmental puzzles by manipulating symbols and viewpoints to progress. Instead of relying on collecting items, combat emphasizes precise timing and concentration. Realistic motion capture and immersive sound design create a powerful and authentic depiction of mental health challenges.
Outer Wilds
An astronaut is caught in a repeating twenty-two-minute time loop while charting a small solar system. To break free, they must decipher clues hidden in old texts, decaying planets, and strange quantum effects that shift with observation. The ship’s computer records each attempt, helping the astronaut learn from past mistakes. Ultimately, the solution comes from piecing together all the gathered information to find the correct path.
Chrono Trigger
A team of adventurers journeys through time, trying to stop a devastating global disaster. The game features unique combinations of technology for your party, and the story changes based on your actions. You’ll explore diverse settings, from ancient camps and medieval kingdoms to futuristic cities, each with its own culture. With side quests and different possible endings, the game offers a full, story-driven experience.
Let us know your top choices in the comments, and tell us which game world you’d most like to see adapted into a movie!
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