From Arcane to The Last of Us – these 7 brilliant series are based on successful video games

In recent years, video games have evolved from just gaming in a darkened room to one of the most influential forms of modern pop culture. No wonder, then, that streaming services and production studios are increasingly taking the routeto bring iconic game worlds and their stories to the screen.Whether emotional journeys like in, spectacularly animated adventures à laArcaneor dystopian dramas like– Series based on video games promise great, immersive entertainment experiences.We have put together the seven best series based on games for you.

The seriesFalloutby Jonathan Nolan, who alsoWestworldis based on the Bethesda video game series of the same name. Fans of the games were worried whether the depth and special tone of the games would be met. The all-clear: they have even surpassed themselves.Falloutis incredibly funny, wonderfully brutal and, at the right moments, shocking and dramatic. We follow Lucy (Ella Purnell), 200 years after the big oneNuclear warleaves the safety of the bunker for the first time in her life to search for her father (Kyle McLachlan). In the Wasteland on the surface, the initially naive woman quickly has to learn to assert herself. And soon meets two other main characters: the opportunistic soldier Maximus and a gunslinger who roams the world as a ghoul.Available on Amazon Prime Video.

A dark, post-apocalyptic world forms the backdrop to a story about loss, hope and humanity. The focus is on Joel () and Ellie (Bella Ramsey), whose relationship develops during their dangerous journey through an America filled with infected and survivors. The seriesThe Last of Usmanages to bring the emotional depth of the award-winning video game to the screen with impressive images and brilliant acting. Critics and fans of the game were equally enthusiastic. You have to do that first.Available on Sky Go and WOW.

Now we are in the universe ofLeague of Legends. It is the story of sisters Vi (Hailee Steinfeld) and Jinx (Ella Purnell), whose relationship is tested by war, power struggles and technological revolutions in the city-states of Piltover and Zaun. While Vi fights for justice, Jinx becomes a tragic antagonist, driven by loss and madness. The series is completely animated and therefore a small revolution. An animated series for adults has never been more brilliantArcane. Of course, that also explains the overwhelming success of the gaming series.Available on Netflix.

The fate of monster hunter Geralt of Rivia is inextricably linked to the magically gifted Princess Ciri and the powerful sorceress Yennefer. In a world characterized by intrigue, war and mystical dangers, Geralt fights not only against monsters, but also against the prejudices and cruelties of people. The series is an adaptation of an adaptation. The basis is the novels of Andrzej Sapkowski. It became a video game. The seriesThe Witcheruses both and that was probably the secret recipe for its mega success.Available on Netflix.

In the distant future, humanity fights against the overwhelming Covenant alliance that threatens the universe. At the center is the legendary super soldier Master Chief (Pablo Schreiber), whose skills and determination represent humanity's last hope.Halotakes the audience into a fascinating vision of the future full of intrigue, technological wonders and gripping wars. The video game of the same name on which the series is based is world-famous. But let's be honest: Gamers' opinions on whether the video game series is successful vary somewhat. The only thing that helps is to form your own opinion.Available on Paramount+.

The world as we know it has been devastatedwiped out. Now the survivors are fighting for survival. The seriesResident Evilfollows the fates of two sisters Jade (Ella Balinska) and Billie (Siena Agudong), who have to deal with the effects of the T-virus and the mutated creatures associated with it. The series brings new perspectives and characters to the universe of the popular video game series and expands it with additional, exciting storylines.Available on Netflix.

Secret Levelis a brand new one, which brings the worlds of the most popular video games to life in impressive and ever-changing animation. Each of the 15 episodes tells an independent story set in the universes of games likeMega Man,Warhammer 40000andGod of Warplays. The series, created by the creators ofLove, Death & Robotscomes from, promises exciting, visually captivating narratives that fans of the gaming world are guaranteed. Prominent voice actors such as Keanu Reeves and Arnold Schwarzenegger give the characters additional life.Available December 10th on Amazon Prime Video.