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Insomniac Games Eyes More Game-to-Film Adaptations Following CEO's Retirement

Insomniac Games, renowned for the Ratchet & Clank franchise, has expressed keen interest in expanding its game-to-screen adaptations. This follows the recent retirement of founder and CEO Ted Price, as revealed in an interview with Variety.

Co-Studio Head Ryan Schneider hinted at future projects, stating, "We kind of got an early start on [the Ratchet & Clank film]. So, of course, we’re interested in that kind of thing. We love Ratchet & Clank in particular." While the 2016 Ratchet & Clank film received mixed reviews, Insomniac, now under Sony's umbrella since 2019, feels confident leveraging Sony's successful track record in game adaptations, notably the critically acclaimed The Last of Us series.

Sony's Successful Track Record in Game Adaptations

Insomniac's ambition aligns perfectly with Sony's growing success in translating video games to film and television. Recent successes include the 2022 Uncharted film and the 2023 The Last of Us series. Further bolstering this strategy, Sony's CES 2025 press conference announced several upcoming projects:

• The Last of Us Season 2 (HBO, April 2025)
• Until Dawn live-action film (April 2025)
• Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime series (Crunchyroll, 2027)
• Helldivers feature film (release date unannounced)
• Horizon Zero Dawn live-action film (release date unannounced)

Insomniac's Leadership Transition

The interview also marked the announcement of Ted Price's retirement after 30 years at the helm of Insomniac Games, the studio behind iconic franchises like Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet & Clank, and Marvel's Spider-Man. Price cited his desire to allow a new generation of leaders to guide the company.

Three Insomniac veterans – Ryan Schneider, Chad Dezern, and Jen Huang – have assumed the roles of Co-Studio Heads. Price expressed confidence in their ability to continue Insomniac's legacy, emphasizing their deep understanding of the company culture and processes.