Sony's Hit Game Helldivers 2 Gets the Hollywood Treatment at CES 2025
Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions revealed at CES 2025 that they are adapting the hugely popular game, Helldivers 2, into a feature film. Asad Qizilbash, head of PlayStation Productions, made the exciting announcement, stating, "We're thrilled to announce the commencement of development on a film based on our incredibly successful Helldivers 2." While specifics remain under wraps, fans can anticipate spectacular space battles brought to life on the silver screen.
Developed by Arrowhead Studios, Helldivers 2 is a captivating shooter drawing inspiration from the classic Starship Troopers. The game achieved phenomenal success, becoming PlayStation Studios' fastest-selling title ever, boasting 12 million copies sold within its first 12 weeks. Its popularity surged further with the Illuminate update, reintroducing a beloved enemy faction from the original Helldivers.
Adding to the excitement, a film adaptation of Horizon Zero Dawn is also in the works, a joint venture between PlayStation Studios and Columbia Pictures – the studio behind the successful 2022 Uncharted movie.
Qizilbash offered a glimpse into the Horizon Zero Dawn project, commenting, "We're in the early stages of production for the Horizon Zero Dawn movie, but we can assure audiences that this world and its characters will receive their first-ever cinematic presentation."