Blumhouseis moving forward with another horror video game adaptation afterFive Nights at Freddy’sset a new record for the studio.Five Nights at Freddy’sis one of the most successful horror video game franchisesever. It started with a simple concept, where users play as a security guard at an old pizzeria filled with creepy animatronics that come to life at night. Since the game’s 2014 release, the franchise has expanded to 30 games that expand the lore and list of characters.
A film adaptation of the franchise seemed like a no-brainer, and Blumhouse finally took a chance in 2023.Five Nights at Freddy’swas a massive box office success, grossing $297.1 million worldwide.It’s Blumhouse’s highest-grossing film,even though Universal also simultaneously released it on Peacock on the same day. The studio is currentlyworking onFive Nights at Freddy’s 2, set to release on July 26, 2025. However, that isn’t the only video game adaptation in development at Blumhouse.
Blumhouse Is Developing A Phasmophobia Movie
It Would Be The Second Video Game Adaptation Under The Banner
Blumhouse has selected its next video game franchise afterFive Nights at Freddy’s. According toVariety,the studio is developing an adaptation ofPhasmophobia, a first-person horror survival game that gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the game, the player works alone or with a group to complete a contract and uncover the type of ghost that’s haunting a specific location. The game features a unique voice chat element that allows players to communicate with the ghosts using specific keywords or phrases.
Phasmophobiawas released by Kinetic Games Limitedin 2020 and was the best-selling game on Steam for several weeks from October to November of that year. It rose in popularity thanks to the many YouTube and Twitch streamers who played it during the pandemic.It has sold “23 million copies globally,“and received critical praise, winning the best debut game award at the 2020 game awards.
What This Means For Phasmophobia
Blumhouse Could Have Another Hit On Its Hands
Phasmophobiadoes have a more challenging road to becoming a hit thanFive Nights at Freddy’s. It is a recent hit, butit still doesn’t have a sequel, and its popularity has waned in the five years since its release. It doesn’t have the same staying power asFNAF, but it does have an intriguing premise. Even if video game players don’t turn out to see this film, it could still see a boost from horror audiences. Horror is typically a reliable genre, and Blumhouse is one of the most recognized names in the business.
Video game adaptations aren’t always successful, but the best thing going forPhasmophobiais that it could likely be made on a low budget. Blumhouse has a history of making films with low production budgets that make a significant profit. Even if the film doesn’t break any box office records, it can still be a hit if the studio makes it for a low cost.Five Nights at Freddy’smay be Blumhouse’s golden goose, butPhasmophobiacould be a surprise hit.
