Summary
- The Shadow of the Colossus film adaptation receives an update from director Andy Muschietti.
- Muschietti confirms the project is not abandoned, with ongoing discussions about budget and the game's popularity.
- Sony Pictures announced the live-action film in development over a decade ago in 2009, with game director Fumito Ueda involved.
Argentine director Andy Muschietti, known for directing the It remakes and The Flash, has recently provided an update on the long-awaited Shadow of the Colossus film adaptation. Sony Pictures first announced the development of the live-action film back in 2009, with the game's creator, Fumito Ueda, joining the project. Initially, Josh Trank, the director of Chronicle, was set to helm the film but had to step down due to scheduling conflicts.
In addition to the Shadow of the Colossus adaptation, Sony unveiled a new wave of live-action film projects at CES 2025. These include a Helldivers movie, despite comparisons to the 1997 sci-fi classic Starship Troopers, as well as a Horizon Zero Dawn film and a Ghost of Tsushima animated feature.
During an interview on Radio TU's La Baulera del Coso program, Muschietti confirmed that the Shadow of the Colossus film is far from abandoned. He acknowledged the lengthy development process, attributing it to factors beyond personal passion, such as the game's popularity and the substantial budget required due to its scale. Muschietti praised the game as a "masterpiece," despite not being a "big gamer" himself, and mentioned that he has played it multiple times. He also expressed a preference for a specific script among the various versions that have been developed.
The Shadow of the Colossus film aims to capture the essence of the original game, which remains a beloved classic among gamers. Its influence can be seen in other projects, such as Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 released in 2024. Meanwhile, Ueda has founded his own studio, GenDesign, and announced a new sci-fi game at The Game Awards 2024, which resonates with the isolation theme of Shadow of the Colossus. Although the high-definition remakes concluded with the PlayStation 4 release in 2018, the legacy of Shadow of the Colossus is poised to continue through its live-action adaptation, potentially attracting both dedicated fans and newcomers to its enchanting world.
