Netflix announced a partnership with The Coalition to adapt the Gears of War universe marking the 16th anniversary of the original video game’s 2006 release. The OTT giant will first adapt the video game saga into a live action feature film, followed by an adult animated series, with the potential for more stories to follow.
The details of the cast or story has not been revealed yet.
With over 40 million copies sold, Gears of War is one of gaming’s richest and most acclaimed sagas. The series has been critically acclaimed for redefining the tactical third-person and co-operative shooter genre and has one of gaming’s most passionate fan bases.
The synopsis of the game series reads: A society divided and on the brink of collapse faces total extinction by the Locust, a monstrous threat from below. Delta Squad, a ragtag fireteam led by disgraced sergeant Marcus Fenix, is now charged with leading humanity’s last stand.
Gears of War has been quite a celebrated franchise. The game had been developed by The Coalition and was helmed by Rod Fergusson who worked on the title back at Epic Games, till Microsoft bought the franchise. The game has been published by Xbox Game Studios.
The Netflix adaptation of the video game saga will further add to its immense popularity.