After years of lackluster adaptations of video games to the big screen, it seems studios are finally learning from their mistakes. PlayStation is taking a unique approach to its video game adaptations by setting up a production company to oversee the adaptations of their popular games. With their vast library of iconic video games, this move allows PlayStation to have more control over the adaptations of their games and ensure that they are done justice on the big screen. One such adaptation currently in development is the Ghost of Tsushima movie, directed by Chad Stahelski, who is best known for his work on the John Wick series. The game is set in 1274 Japan and follows the journey of samurai warrior Jin Sakai as he battles against the Mongol Empire to protect his homeland of Tsushima.

Stahelski recently spoke about his work on the film in an interview with the Post Credit Podcast. During the interview, he discussed how the recent success of The Last of Us adaptation has helped to change the perception of video game adaptations. Stahelski also noted that he is currently working on two films, one being Ghost of Tsushima and the other being Rainbow Six with Michael B. Jordan.

"I hope that The Last of Us shines a further light on upcoming video game adaptions. Rainbow Six, Ghost of Tsushima I'm working on. Both are fantastic projects that I really hope come to fruition. But Ghost... it's got an amazing story. It's the anti-samurai samurai movie. It's got great thematics. We have a lot of push on that and a lot of interest because Last of Us pushing that, yes, the curse of video game-to-movie is kind of lifted. It can be done. You've just got to give it love and attention. And Ghost, of probably all the other video game [movies] in development, I think that's the one that's going to land," Stahelski said.

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With the fourth installment of John Wick soon to be released, Stahelski is gearing up to tackle Ghost of Tsushima, which has been steadily progressing since its announcement in 2021. The film will be shot in Japan with Japanese actors, as confirmed by the director. Stahelski also recently gave some insights into the film's current status. He mentioned having a great script and creative team but emphasized the importance of finalizing the business end of things to ensure a successful outcome. The director explained that the project involves multiple moving parts, including getting the right cast, and he is looking forward to making the best of it.

“Ghost of Tsushima would be my favorite to do next. Without going into crazy detail, it's something I'm super-interested in. We have a really great script. We have a really good creative team behind it. It's just about getting all the business end of things locked in. It's kind of in that little bit of flux where everybody is trying to tighten up the deal to get everything going, and to make sure we do the best with it. It's a simple thing: getting a great script, and starting to put together a cast. It just takes a lot of moving parts”.

The game was critically acclaimed for its stunning visuals, engaging combat, and captivating story, and fans are eagerly anticipating how it will translate to the big screen. With the recent success of The Last of Us, it's clear that studios are starting to realize the potential of these adaptations, and are taking steps to ensure that they are handled with care.