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Added by Mr. Lays on 29 Feb 2012 04:45
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Films that might make a great Video Game

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People who added this item 1929 Average listal rating (1341 ratings) 6.2 IMDB Rating 6.5
Anybody remember Mercenaries 2:World in Flames? I do, unfortunately, and so should you. Why should you remember such a sub par video game that should have been amazing (considering that the first game was stellar)? Because in the right developers' hands this will be the engine for The Expendables video game. Here is how it should work: exclude all of the tedious game play, include a better weapon selections, multiple story lines, and finally make it fun to play. Not a fucking chore like Mercenaries 2:World in Flames did!
This game would be a prequel to The Expendables and show how the team came about. I, personally, would not give a damn about the celebrity voices, just to cut down on development costs. The Expendables video game should include at least five different playable scenarios. Two teammates, or more, could probably be playable on the same mission, which would create some kick ass co-op.

Wanted Developer: Pandemic
Even though Pandemic, sadly, dropped the ball on Mercenaries 2:World in Flames, I am willing to give them another shot. I really think that with enough development time this might be an amazing video game to play.

Update
To capitalize around the release of The Expendables 2, has released a PSN/XBOX Live game. Yes, it is fucking horrible, if you must know.
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People who added this item 3235 Average listal rating (2146 ratings) 6.7 IMDB Rating 7
Underworld (2003)
Honestly, I am sort of surprised that a developer hasn't attempted this already. Having the Underworld license would give you access to some truly great set cut scenes, fairly large universe and endless amounts of enemy fodder on the screen. An Underworld game should not restrict the player to only play as a Deathdealer, but a Lycan as well. I am leaning more towards an open world, but I do not think that would be helpful, as far as making this a great game. Imagine the art style of the recent BloodRayne video game, but 2-D side scrolling beat-em-up.

Or an alternate development could produce a game something like Dead Space. In order for this to work though, I can only imagine the Deathdealers being playable. (What would Lycans shoot if this style of game was developed?) You, the vampire, would be hunted by humans and Lycans. It wouldn't be fast paced, but more horror based. Die hard Underworld fans may be upset with this change of pace, but we all can't be pleased.

Wanted Developer: Vicarious Visions
These Dead Space masterminds already have all of the pieces in place to create an amazing Underworld game.
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People who added this item 2104 Average listal rating (1350 ratings) 5.4 IMDB Rating 5.6
Alexander (2004)
I am aware that the Empire:Total War series is awesome. I have no dispute about that. But I would like to see a game developed solely based on Alexander the Great's conquests on the battlefield. It would be up to the player to obtain control of the entire known world. I see this title being developed as a RTS. Or maybe even something like Sid Myer's Civilization. Please, no Dynasty Warriors treatment. All of your failures would cause your troops and previously conquered territories to become disloyal, not confident in your abilities, and just overall difficult to work with. A game based on Alexander the Great would not just include factual historical battles, but for a non-leaner approach, other mythical quests will be cleverly written in as fact based fiction. One example could be the hunt for Medusa's head. Or tracking down information pertaining to if Alexander may have been the son of a God. It would be an difficult game. Video games of this caliber should not be easy. It is a long hard road, but well worth it when it is completed.

Wanted Developer: Creative Assembly
Who else could do a game like this justice?
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People who added this item 600 Average listal rating (402 ratings) 6.1 IMDB Rating 6.3
While it is no secret that I thought Ninja Assassin was a disappointment, I think that a video game based on the film, might have potential. I already know some of you may instantly think about the PSOne classic Tenchu when video game ninjas are mentioned. And yes, Tenchu is an excellent ninja/stealth video game, but it isn't nearly as great as the game I envision Ninja Assassin could be. Besides, it's time for a new ninja game don't you agree? With the leaps and bounds that we have made in gaming technology, we should be in for something amazing. I envision a setting like GTA IV. Just add ninjas. Yep, that about sums it up. Now that I think about it, the game would probably end up playing like Assassin's Creed. Just with a modern setting. Now we definitely can all agree that sounds awesome. Right?

Wanted Developer: Ubisoft,
Between the Assassin's Creed and Splinter Cell games, who else could do a ninja game justice better than Ubisoft? Don't worry I'll wait...
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People who added this item 2132 Average listal rating (1466 ratings) 7.1 IMDB Rating 7.3
Two words: Gun-Kata. How amazing would it be to control that ability? I wouldn't imagine this game to be a shoot-until-I-hit someone engine (like Max Payne, Army of Two, etc.), but a little more strategic. The Gun-Kata (of course) would be the main attraction of the game. Using actual math equations and light physics, we could learn and be entertained at the same time.

Wanted Developer: Bioware
The Kights of the Old Republic engine maybe a little outdated, but it would probably be my choice.
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People who added this item 301 Average listal rating (205 ratings) 6.8 IMDB Rating 6.9
Ever since the release of the Nintendo Wii, the other big two have been trying to capture the casual market. Somehow unbeknown to them, casual gamers are called casual for a reason. Nintendo's Wii has become a novelty item pretty damn fast. And for good reason. Have you ever saw that much shovel ware on one system? Ginger Ninja? Really?
But I digress.
The Bruce Lee Experience would be amazing using Kinect's technology. Imagine trying to recreate legendary scenes like Bruce. Combine all of the Bruce's films and include many of his impossible physical feats. Like the one inch punch, fifty push-ups in a minute, etc. This would be as much about keeping your lazy ass in top physical form (something like the Kinect UFC game does) as it will be imagining that you are the one and only Bruce Lee.

Wanted Developer: Microsoft Game Studios
Who else, but Microsoft, could make Kinect's technology sing?
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People who added this item 2757 Average listal rating (1870 ratings) 6.9 IMDB Rating 7.6
Completely forget all of those half assed attempts at making a Robocop game in the early 90's, this update will erase all the other ones. A FPS using all of the classic Robocop HUD information. Things like distance information, tracking targets, ammo count, etc. (The game would switch to third-person when Murphy picks up certain weaponry, a'la Halo 3.) I know other games such as Ghost Warrior have featured HUDs like this before, but this game has the single distinct advantage of being fucking Robocop. The online should be a major attraction as well. Not just another run-of-the-mill death match modes. There should be a "Take Back Detroit" mode. Where one misplaced shot could earn you an assault by the citizens or play nice and on the flip side receive assistance by them. (Picture how it works in Metal Gear Solid 4 between the PMC and the rebels.) Hell, even include a mode where you fight for control of the jet pack in Robocop 3. Just anything to break up some of the monotonous online FPS going on today. Other options to play as the antagonists in the Robocop universe, each with their own special ability, (Robocop 2's "Nuke" drug boost included!) would be something truly mind blowing. And while we are at it, all three Robocop films story lines should be playable. (Robocop 2 unlocking after you complete Robocop. Then Robocop 3 unlocking after completing Robocop 2.) Not just from Murphy's view, but other characters as well. Yeah, I am even referring to That 70's Show dad being playable. Shooting up innocent bystanders and objects alike in Robocop. If all of the aforementioned items would be included in this game, we are in for something truly worthy of the Robocop license.

Wanted Developer: Bungie
Robocop would play like Master Chief. Of course though, all of the Robocop sayings should be included after a head shot.
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With all of the bullshit that video game development studios rush to the market to coincide with the release of a film, I figured that I would give it a shot, and try to recommend some game concepts of newer and older films. Please add suggestions. Enjoy!

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