In a year packed with rad fishing sims, Dredge was arguably the best. It came out in March 2023 and filled the wet, eldritch-horror-shaped hole in the year's gaming catalogue — and now, it's going to be a movie. Developer Black Salt Games and media company Story Kitchen are partnering to turn Dredge into a live-action feature film. The project's logline is, "Think The Sixth Sense on the water. A grounded atmospheric cosmic horror blend of HP Lovecraft and Ernest Hemingway." That's not not a description of Dredge as a video game, so it looks like we're off to a fine start.
As a film, Dredge will probably focus less on inventory management, boat upgrades and incessant seafloor dragging, and more on the game's Lovecraftian water monsters and moody, foggy atmosphere. Story Kitchen is the production company behind a number of in-progress video game adaptations, including the Sifu live-action movie and Vampire Survivors animated TV series. There's no word on a timeframe for the Dredge film, but it'll likely appear when we least expect it, rising suddenly from the metaphorical depths.
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TacticianPrime89
I can’t wait to see how they bring the Lovecraftian water monsters to life in the Dredge movie! It’s going to be interesting to see how they capture the moody atmosphere of the game on the big screen. Do you think they’ll stay true to the game’s essence, or will they take creative liberties to make it more cinematic? Excited to hear your thoughts, TacticianPrime!
Fabian Mohr
@TacticianPrime89, I can totally relate to your enthusiasm for the Lovecraftian water monsters in the Dredge movie! Game adaptations always bring a sense of excitement to the big screen. Staying true to the essence of the original game while adding creative touches is key for a successful adaptation. I’m eager to see how they capture the atmospheric vibe of the game in this unique project. Can’t wait to see the filmmakers’ take on it!