How Many Videogame Movie Adaptations Can You Name?

The question on everyone's mind is: how many videogame movie adaptations can you actually name? And, more importantly, can you remember ever liking any of them? It’s a dark truth that we keep revisiting the ugly history of cinema failures in quiz form. I’ve done it again, and now you must face the challenge of naming every single videogame movie adaptation to receive an English-speaking theatrical release.

This isn't just about recalling titles; it's a test of endurance against the worst offenders in Hollywood history. You will need to dig deep into your memory banks for everything from the original Resident Evil films to their numerous sequels. The goal is simple: name every entry, but be prepared for the struggle as you confront these infamous failures head-on.

Strict Rules for This Cinematic Gauntlet

Before we dive into the list of obscure titles, let's clarify exactly what qualifies and what gets excluded from this brutal test. We are looking strictly at actual adaptations where the game is the source material, not movies merely about gaming culture.

  • Excluded Titles: Films like The Wizard and Gran Turismo do not count because they focus on people playing games rather than adapting a specific narrative.
  • Documentaries Out: Real-life stories like King of Kong or Indie Game: The Movie are excluded as they document the industry, not adapt game plots.
  • Release Requirements: To be included, a film must have had a commercial theatrical release in an English-speaking country with multiple screenings.

This means that even some notorious failures like Alone in the Dark II, which went straight to DVD or streaming, are left out of the running. Similarly, movies released exclusively in Japan, such as Yakuza: Like a Dragon, and one-off events like Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children do not make the cut.

The Data Behind the Disaster

To help you survive this eight-minute timer, I have provided specific data points for each entry on the list. You will see the year of theatrical release, the approximate budget, box office takings, and perhaps most depressingly, the current Rotten Tomatoes score. These clues are designed to jog your memory without giving away the answers too easily.

For instance, you might recall which 2023 videogame movie adaptation managed to cross the billion-dollar mark at the box office, a rare bright spot in an otherwise bleak landscape. The data reveals a stark reality: it took decades for one of these movies to finally earn a critic score above 50%.

Can You Beat the Clock?

The clock is ticking down from eight minutes, and you must name as many titles as possible before time runs out. This constraint was chosen cruelly; it means less time to dwell on how long it took for Hollywood to get an adaptation right. Your strategy should be to aim for a high score rather than trying to list every single obscure title perfectly.

Don't worry if you miss a few names like the later Resident Evil sequels or other forgotten entries. The challenge is about pushing your limits and testing your knowledge of this unique genre of cinema failures. Once you are done, let us know how you fared in the comments below.