Wolfenstein Series in Development at Amazon With Fallout Show Team Attached
Hey everyone! So, here's some news that got me pretty excited: Amazon MGM Studios is teaming up with MachineGames to bring Wolfenstein to the small screen! For those of you who don't know, Wolfenstein is a classic video game franchise that throws you into a world where the Nazis won World War II. You play as B.J. Blazkowicz, a total badass whose mission is to kick Nazi butt and liberate the world. It's over-the-top, action-packed, and full of that satisfying feeling of taking down evil.
What's even cooler is that the team behind Amazon's incredibly successful Fallout TV series is also involved. That show was amazing; they really nailed the atmosphere and the characters. Knowing they're on board for Wolfenstein gives me a lot of hope that this series will be something special. I really think that these guys know how to create a compelling narrative and compelling characters and the Wolfenstein world is fantastic for that.
No specifics yet on casting or release dates, but the potential here is huge. Think about it: a gritty, alternate history World War II setting, over-the-top action, and a clear-cut "good versus evil" dynamic. If they capture the tone of the games, this could be a real hit. I just hope they don't shy away from the more outlandish elements, like the super-science and the weird villains. That's part of what makes Wolfenstein so unique!
I have played a lot of Wolfenstein in the past and I can say that I have very high expectations for this series. I just want them to keep the essence of the game and I think it will be a success.
Source: IGN