Beyond: Two Souls TV Series Announced – Produced By Its Own Protagonist

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In the coming period, titles like The Witcher, The Last of Us, and almost every Sony game are either being produced or have already been transformed into television series. Now, it appears that Quantic Dream’s Beyond Two Souls is planning to join this trend by adapting the game for TV.

The movie, featuring Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, revolves around Jodie Holmes, who is linked to the enigmatic being Aiden. As she uncovers her abilities, she finds herself in a web of government secrets and supernatural dangers. Here’s what we currently know about this upcoming adaptation.

Bringing the Game to Life

Matt Jordan Smith, the Head of Development at Pageboy Productions, discussed their approach to the adaptation: “We strive to offer new viewpoints while preserving the heritage of the game,” highlighting the pivotal impact of choices that shape not just the characters’ destinies but also the surrounding environment.

Elliot Page, equally thrilled about the project, expressed: “Working on the game was among the hardest yet most rewarding acting experiences I’ve had. The story’s intricate plot and deep emotional content make a solid base for us. Our aim is to develop a distinct portrayal of the characters and their journeys that connect with both dedicated fans and new viewers.” At this point, it’s important to note that the TV adaptation is only just beginning its development process.

Overcoming Challenges

One could contend that a live-action adaptation of the game may not be necessary, given that it shares many cinematic qualities with other games by Quantic Dream, featuring minimal interactive elements. This is supported by the fact that it debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival as one of only two games to have done so, following L.A. Noire. Furthermore, considering its origins, the question arises: why adapt Beyond Two Souls? It’s important to note that this particular title holds Quantic Dream’s lowest rating on Metacritic, receiving criticism for its lackluster character development, which in turn diminished the emotional resonance of the game.

The TV series won’t be created by Quantic Dream directly, but rather by Elliot Page’s production company, named Pageboy Productions. This is positive news considering that Quantic Dream has been stuck in development limbo with their Star Wars game since its announcement in 2021, with little progress made, particularly after the creative head departed from the project at the end of last year.

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2025-01-30 16:09