Netflix recently concluded its annual Geeked Week event, where they unveiled exciting news in the world of video games. This event is similar to Comic Con but focuses solely on Netflix content, including video games, sci-fi, horror, and superhero projects. This year, there were several big announcements that got fans buzzing.
One of the major reveals was the first look at a new Splinter Cell series. This animated show is based on the popular stealth-action video game series and features the iconic character Sam Fisher. While fans were disappointed to learn that Michael Ironside would not be voicing Sam Fisher, they can look forward to Liev Schreiber taking on the role. The release date for Splinter Cell: Deathwatch has not been announced yet, but fans can expect it to premiere soon.
Another exciting announcement was the upcoming Tomb Raider animated series titled “The Legend of Lara Croft.” Set after the events of the “Survivor Trilogy,” this series stars Haley Atwell as Lara Croft and is scheduled to debut on Netflix on October 10. Fans of the Tomb Raider franchise can look forward to this new adaptation.
Additionally, fans of the popular Castlevania series will be thrilled to know that a sequel titled Castlevania: Nocturne is set to premiere in January 2025. This new season will be set during the French Revolution and will feature familiar characters from the previous seasons. The new season promises to continue the dark and thrilling story that fans have come to love.
For fans of The Witcher series, Netflix announced the premiere date for “Sirens of the Deep.” This new movie, based on Andrzej Sapkowski’s short story “A Little Sacrifice,” is set to premiere on February 11, 2025. Fans will be excited to see Doug Cockle return to voice Geralt once again in this new adaptation.
In addition to these announcements, Netflix revealed more updates on their animated series based on Magic: The Gathering. Terry Matalas has been announced as the showrunner for the series, bringing new life to this long-awaited project. Fans of the popular card game can look forward to more news on this show in the future.
Lastly, Netflix is expanding its content with the release of “Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game” on mobile devices. This game is based on Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon franchise, which has received mixed reviews. Despite the lukewarm reception to the movies, Netflix is investing in the video game adaptation to appeal to a wider audience.
Overall, Netflix’s Geeked Week was packed with exciting announcements for fans of video games and popular franchises. With new series, movies, and games on the horizon, viewers have much to look forward to in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates and releases from Netflix as they continue to expand their content offerings.
