From Prime Video it seems that they have taken the step to make adaptations in the form of a series of well-known video game sagas. After franchises like Fallout or Yakuza: Like a Dragon, the platform also intends to adapt another of the most famous sagas in the world of gaming. And, once again, they could have a bombshell on their hands.
Given the creativity crisis that Hollywood has encountered in recent years, major studios are setting their sights on other types of franchises and products. Everything is susceptible to becoming a successful series or movie, as Fallout itself on Prime Video or the success of Super Mario in theaters have shown. Now, the world of video games is once again the protagonist of Prime Video.
A Mass Effect series
In 2021, it was reported that Amazon had begun negotiations to obtain the Mass Effect license with the intention of producing a series. But, since then, a significant radio silence had formed. No one knew what was going on about it, and considering all the series based on games that Amazon has produced recently, you might have imagined that the project was in no man’s land. But now from Variety they mention that Amazon MGM Studios is already working on the development of the series and they even give names of those who will be in charge of it.
Thus, we know that Daniel Casey will be in charge of the script, while he will also act as executive producer of the series. Other names that will be in the production include Karim Zreik, Ari Arad and Michael Gamble. Of all these names you would have to stick with Casey, since he was the screenwriter of the movie F9, from the Fast & Furious franchise. Don’t forget that it was, without a doubt, one of the craziest installments of the saga, although in this case Casey will have a totally different setting in his hands.
What is Mass Effect?
The Mass Effect saga has been one of the most famous in the world of video games, having become one of the most prominent franchises in the science fiction genre. Its original trilogy, released in 2007, 2010 and 2012, marked a before and after for space action games with RPG elements. Thanks to a very immersive story full of twists and surprises, decision-making that was ahead of its time and a development that did not give the player any rest at any time, Mass Effect managed to captivate all users.
Its protagonist, Commander Shepard depending on the decision the player made at the start of the game, was trying to save humanity from the invasion of an alien race. In its time, it was an important development for the industry and the adventure drove those interested in deep space stories crazy. It was one of the great pieces in the long legend that has formed around its developer, BioWare. A fourth installment was eventually released that took place in the future and changed his character, while a new episode is also on the way.
The series will be a great way to return to the events of the trilogy and see how a sci-fi franchise that has a lot of potential for success is adapted. We must not forget that the three original Mass Effect installments were not only a great sales success, but also received critical acclaim. Those who enjoyed them and looked forward to each new installment remember them as one of the biggest releases that the video game sector has had in a long time. Therefore, there is hope that this series will also make history and become one of the best ways to enjoy a science fiction production. To enjoy it, you will have to be subscribed to Prime Videoeither from your Prime account or independently.
