Insomniac Games, the creative force behind the beloved Ratchet and Clank series, is exploring new horizons in game-to-screen adaptations. Co-Studio Head Ryan Schneider recently shared the team's enthusiasm for bringing their iconic games to life on the big screen during an interview with Variety. This comes on the heels of the announcement of founder and CEO Ted Price's retirement, marking a significant transition for the studio.
Insomniac Co-Studio Heads Interviewed Amidst Founder And CEO Ted Price's Retirement
Insomniac Games Looks For More Game-To-Screen Adaptations
Insomniac Games has expressed a keen interest in expanding their portfolio into movies, with a particular focus on their flagship series, Ratchet and Clank. Schneider reminisced about the 2016 Ratchet and Clank film, which, despite mixed reviews, sparked their interest in further adaptations. "We got an early start on that, and of course, we’re interested in that kind of thing. We love Ratchet and Clank in particular," Schneider stated.
Since their acquisition by Sony in 2019, Insomniac Games feels confident in their future endeavors, buoyed by Sony's successful track record in adapting video games into films and TV series. The acclaim of The Last of Us series is a testament to Sony's prowess in this domain.
Sony’s Video Game Adaptations Lineup
Sony has demonstrated its capability in transforming video games into compelling cinematic experiences. Notable adaptations include the 2022 Uncharted film and the 2023 The Last of Us TV series, both of which have been well-received by audiences and critics alike.
Looking ahead, Sony unveiled an exciting lineup at the CES 2025 press conference. The Last of Us Season 2 is set to premiere on HBO in April 2025, followed by the Until Dawn live-action film in the same month. Additionally, fans can anticipate the Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime series on Crunchyroll in 2027. Sony is also developing a Helldivers feature film and a Horizon Zero Dawn live-action film, though specific release dates for these projects remain undisclosed.
Insomniac Founder and CEO Ted Price Retires After 30 Years
In a significant leadership change, Insomniac Games' founder and CEO, Ted Price, announced his retirement after an illustrious 30-year career. Price, who has been instrumental in developing iconic franchises such as Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet & Clank, and Marvel’s Spider-Man, shared, "I actually made this decision last year. For me, after over 30 years of leading Insomniac, I felt it was simply time to step aside and let others pave the way for our team."
The reins of the company will now be held by three seasoned Insomniac veterans: Ryan Schneider, Chad Dezern, and Jen Huang, who will serve as Co-Studio Heads. Price expressed confidence in the new leadership, stating, "I believe strongly that for us to continue our success, we need leaders at the top who are intimately familiar with how we do things, leaders who have helped build our culture and our processes, and who have earned people’s trust."
