10 Best Netflix Video Game Series Adaptations in 2025

Video recreation diversifications are fairly big these days. Look no additional than the whacky A Minecraft Movie or The Last of Us cinematic adaptation at present dominating on HBO. Netflix has a justifiable share of nice sequence primarily based on video video games in its roster.

From the wildly fashionable League of Legends sequence Arcane to the newer Devil May Cry — Netflix has loads of sequence primarily based on iconic video video games. In this checklist, we depend down 10 of the easiest Netflix Original online game diversifications you possibly can stream in 2025. Let’s leap in!

---

10

Resident Evil

Back when it launched in 2022, Netflix marketed the hell out of its Resident Evil present. Based on the enduring online game franchise, Resident Evil had quite a bit going for it.  The sequence takes place just a few years after the viral outbreak, following badass survivor Jade Wesker (Ella Balinska), who explores her household ties to the omnipotent Umbrella Corporation — and learns of its connections to the virus outbreak. 

Ultimately, Resident Evil was axed after only one season. This got here as no actual shock; the sequence was very costly to provide, and poor evaluations meant it couldn’t achieve a lot traction. That stated, the present had its justifiable share of followers. If you need some enjoyable, blood-soaked, zombie-killing chaos, you may get one thing out of it.

This isn’t the one time Netflix has forayed into the Resident Evil franchise. The streamer additionally launched Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness in 2021.

---

9

Sonic Prime

While extra youngsters centered, any fan of Sonic the Hedgehog will discover enjoyment in Sonic Prime. The sequence pits Sonic (Deven Christian Mack) in a narrative set within the midst of multiversal chaos — identified within the present because the Shatterverse. It brings collectively the enduring staff of Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and co, as they sweep dimensions to cease archenemy Dr. Eggman from destroying the material of the multiverse. 

This household pleasant sequence is a complete lot of enjoyable. While it takes some liberties from the unique video games, it stays moderately trustworthy to the core components of Sonic the Hedgehog. Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear like the sequence will return for a fourth season, though there are rumors that there’s one other iteration on this planet and the studio behind the present is engaged on Netflix’s upcoming Minecraft sequence.

---

8

Dragon Age: Absolution

BioWare’s award-winning Dragon Age online game franchise is among the many most enduring fantasy sequence in historical past. The epic, open-world video games are treasure-troves of story. It’s no actual shock that the franchise additionally has a historical past within the realm of animated sequence and films, most notably Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker. 

In 2022, Netflix debuted a Dragon Age sequence, subtitled Absolution. The animated sequence acquired largely optimistic evaluations from critics; it at present holds 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. Vehemently trustworthy to the beloved Dragon Age video games, the present follows a ragtag staff of misfits who set out on the last word heist: to steal the blood magic infused artefact, the Circulum Infinitus.

If you’re a Dragon Age fan, Absolution is just a must-watch. That stated, in case you’re not acquainted with the video games, this sequence might be misplaced on you. 

---

7

Tomb Raider

Synonymous with motion and journey, Lara Croft is without doubt one of the most iconic online game characters of all time. Over the years, the Tomb Raider franchise has made its strategy to movie and tv with various outcomes. Perhaps Angelina Jolie’s cult 2001 film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider is most notable. Or if we’re trying barely newer, there’s the 2018 film starring Alicia Vikander within the titular position.

Naturally, Netflix has tried its hand at a Tomb Raider sequence within the type of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft (2024). The try was not the worst Tomb Raider adaptation, nor one of the best. It happy by means of its flawless animation and wonderful voice work from Hayley Atwell. However, a number of the inventive choices didn’t sit too nicely with followers of the unique video games. That stated, it’ll formally return for an additional season, after receiving a two-season order on the streamer. 

---

6

The Cuphead Show!

Chock filled with slapstick, goofy comedy and eccentric out-of-this-world adventures, The Cuphead Show! takes all the things concerning the traditional run-and-gun recreation and interprets it brilliantly into the tv medium. It effortlessly retains the traditional cartoon type and signature humour. Seeing an indie recreation get this type of therapy is extraordinarily satisfying.

At 3 seasons, every with brief episodes, The Cuphead Show! is the last word binge. Whether you need a style of nostalgia, a very good giggle, or a little bit of each, that is the present for you!

---

5

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

A prequel sequence to the favored sci-fi online game Cyberpunk 2077, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners takes place round a yr earlier than the occasions of the sport. We comply with David (Zach Aguilar), a avenue child struggling to outlive in Night City — the technologically amplified metropolis of the longer term the place the sport and sequence happen. In a bid to remain alive, David opts to develop into a mercenary outlaw, often called an edgerunner. 

You don’t need to play the sport with a view to perceive Edgerunners. The sequence is a superb standalone watch. However, in case you’ve skilled the sport, you’ll start to note all kinds of connections and easter eggs!

---

4

Devil May Cry

Based on the beloved Japanese online game franchise of the identical title, Devil May Cry is an city fantasy following demon hunter Dante, the world’s solely hope of survival when a villain threatens to open up the gates of Hell. 

The sequence was created by Adi Shankar (Dredd, The Guardians of Justice), who sees it as a part of his bigger “Bootleg Multiverse” alongside Netflix’s different sequence Castlevania and Castlevania: Nocturne. After a massively fashionable debut season, Netflix has already renewed the sequence for season 2!

---

3

Castlevania

Based on the beloved Japanese online game franchise, Castlevania is a darkish fantasy anime set in medieval occasions. It follows Trevor Belmont (Richard Armitage), the final surviving member of the disgraced Belmont clan, on his quest to take down Vlad Dracula Tepes (Graham McTavish) and his legion of ruthless vampires. But Belmont isn’t alone, being joined by a band of misfits on his perilous journey. 

Castlevania ended with its fourth season in 2021. But concern not, Netflix has a superb ongoing spinoff, Castlevania: Nocturne, set in the course of the French Revolution round 300 years after the unique sequence. Castlevania: Nocturne season 2 aired earlier this yr to implausible evaluations!

---

2

The Witcher

Okay, technically we’re dishonest with this decide. We are completely conscious that The Witcher started as a sequence of novels by Polish creator Andrzej Sapkowski. The Witcher went from being a preferred novel sequence to changing into a world phenomenon due to video video games, and you’ll completely see the affect infused inside Netflix’s live-action Witcher sequence. 

The Witcher follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, who navigates a magical, war-filled world. The sequence is a darkish fantasy with extremely wealthy lore, breathtaking motion sequences, and a lot extra. Over the years, The Witcher has develop into considered one of Netflix’s hottest sequence; it’ll return for its fourth season later this yr.

---

1

Arcane

Set within the wildly fashionable world of League of Legends, Arcane follows sisters Violet (Hailee Steinfeld) and Jinx (Ella Purnell), who discover themselves on reverse ends of a brewing struggle. The sequence follows them as they navigate the utopian Piltover and the oppressed undercity of Zaun.

Currently standing at an ideal 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, Arcane is without doubt one of the top-rated exhibits on Netflix. What’s extra, Arcane will be watched as a standalone. There are so many followers who’ve by no means performed League of Legends — though taking part in League will undoubtedly improve your viewing expertise. 

---

Do you have got a favourite Netflix sequence primarily based on a online game? Tell us within the feedback down under!