Insomniac Games, the acclaimed developer behind the beloved Ratchet and Clank series, is setting its sights on expanding its universe beyond the gaming console. In a recent interview with Variety, co-Studio Head Ryan Schneider expressed the team's enthusiasm for further game-to-screen adaptations, especially following the 2016 Ratchet and Clank film. "We love Ratchet and Clank in particular," Schneider shared, hinting at a potential second movie for the franchise. This interest comes at a pivotal time as Insomniac was acquired by Sony in 2019, leveraging Sony's successful track record with game adaptations like The Last of Us, which has garnered widespread acclaim.
Insomniac Games Looks For More Game-To-Screen Adaptations
The conversation about expanding their universe into film and TV comes in the wake of a significant announcement: the retirement of Insomniac's founder and long-time CEO, Ted Price, after an impressive 30-year tenure. Price's decision to step aside was made last year, as he expressed a desire to let new leadership take the reins. "For me, after over 30 years of leading Insomniac, I felt it was simply time to step aside and let others pave the way for our team," Price stated, emphasizing the importance of leaders who understand the company's culture and processes.
Sony’s Video Game Adaptations Lineup
Sony, the parent company of Insomniac Games, has proven its prowess in adapting video games into compelling movies and TV series. Notable successes include the 2022 Uncharted film and the critically acclaimed 2023 The Last of Us TV series on HBO. Sony's ambitious lineup was further highlighted at the CES 2025 press conference, where they announced The Last of Us Season 2 set to premiere in April 2025, an Until Dawn live-action film also slated for April 2025, and the Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime series coming to Crunchyroll in 2027. Additionally, feature films for Helldivers and Horizon Zero Dawn are in development, though specific release dates remain undisclosed.
Insomniac Founder and CEO Ted Price Retires After 30 Years
As Insomniac Games moves forward, the company will be led by three seasoned veterans: Ryan Schneider, Chad Dezern, and Jen Huang, who will serve as Co-Studio Heads. This transition comes with a strong endorsement from Price, who believes in the new leadership's ability to continue the studio's legacy. "I believe strongly that for us to continue our success, we need leaders at the top who are intimately familiar with how we do things, leaders who have helped build our culture and our processes, and who have earned people’s trust," Price affirmed, ensuring a smooth transition and a bright future for Insomniac Games.
