A Lionsgate executive has confirmed that an upcoming video game based on the popular John Wick franchise is currently in the early stages of development. The first John Wick film, starring Keanu Reeves, was highly regarded for its action-packed sequences, captivating atmosphere, and neo-noir elements, marking a significant comeback for the actor. The success of the initial film led to a series of sequels, including the recently released fourth installment. All the films have been well-received both critically and commercially. Lionsgate intends to expand the franchise beyond just movies, and the forthcoming video game is a part of that broader strategy.
Lionsgate has revealed plans to expand the John Wick universe through various spinoff media, encompassing TV shows, movies, and video games. One of the announced projects is “The Continental,” a TV series that aims to delve deeper into the intricate universe of John Wick and provide answers to lingering questions. Another spinoff movie, titled “Ballerina,” follows the story of a former ballerina assassin and builds upon the lore established in the third film. Alongside these ventures, an exciting video game based on the franchise is currently in the early stages of development, adding another dimension to the expanding John Wick universe.
During an earnings call for Q4 2023, Joe Drake, the chairman of Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group, announced that in addition to the fifth John Wick film being in early development, the studio is exploring the idea of creating a series of spin-offs. These spin-offs would extend beyond just TV shows and films and venture into the realm of AAA video games. While details about the potential game were scarce during the call, Drake primarily emphasized the studio’s focus on the upcoming slate of TV shows and films centered around the John Wick franchise.
The future of the John Wick franchise holds several exciting projects. Alongside the upcoming release of Ballerina next year, three other projects are currently in production. These include John Wick 5, which will continue the film series, and The Continental, a spin-off series. These spin-offs will build up to the events of the fifth film. The chairman of Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group also mentioned a “regular cadence” of John Wick-related content, hinting at a continuous flow of new material.
While it’s uncertain if the third project mentioned is a video game, there is a possibility that it could be. John Wick has previously ventured into the gaming realm with the strategy game John Wick Hex, developed by Bithell Games. However, many fans express a desire for a game that captures the intense action of the franchise or focuses on Wick’s background as a former hitman. Games like Sifu and the Hitman series are often cited as examples. For now, fans eagerly await a more formal announcement regarding the potential John Wick game.
