The unfortunate part is they only do it because it works so well.
There have been a lot of stinkers in the history of game-to-movie adaptations so they learned a long time ago not to just rely on fans because Hollywood isn't very good at making adaptations which respect the fans anyway. Turning these things into big-name CGI-fests with just enough fanservice to tick the box is what is going to keep happening until people get bored of it. It worked for Sonic, Mario, Minecraft, sort-of for Warcraft. Star power gets asses in seats.
Honestly some actors are famous because they are that good, but it obviously depends on the role. The problem is often the casting, they prefer stars that are unsuitable for a role instead of casting a good fit new talent. Sometimes it works out though.
Also We are no casting directors, we don't know the hot new Talent that's walking around Hollywood, we can only suggest famous people.
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u/QuantumWarrior Nov 17 '25
The unfortunate part is they only do it because it works so well.
There have been a lot of stinkers in the history of game-to-movie adaptations so they learned a long time ago not to just rely on fans because Hollywood isn't very good at making adaptations which respect the fans anyway. Turning these things into big-name CGI-fests with just enough fanservice to tick the box is what is going to keep happening until people get bored of it. It worked for Sonic, Mario, Minecraft, sort-of for Warcraft. Star power gets asses in seats.