Lionsgate and Saber Interactive Announce AAA John Wick Video Game

Project Overview and Platform Availability

Lionsgate and Saber Interactive have officially announced a new AAA video game based on the John Wick franchise. Revealed during Sony’s State of Play Showcase, the title is currently in development as a single-player, third-person action experience. The game is being tailored for mature audiences and is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Creative Collaboration and Star Involvement

The production features direct involvement from John Wick franchise director Chad Stahelski and lead actor Keanu Reeves. Reeves is signed on to provide the character’s voice and physical likeness for the project. The development team at Saber Interactive is working in close collaboration with Lionsgate to ensure the game captures the specific fight choreography and gun-fu style established in the film series.

Narrative Setting and Gameplay Features

The game will feature an original story set within the John Wick timeline, taking place years before the Impossible Task depicted in the first film. This prequel setting allows for the exploration of the franchise's lore and the multi-dimensional world of The High Table. Players will encounter both familiar characters from the films and new individuals created specifically for the game. Key gameplay elements include a hard-hitting combat system, cinematic camerawork, and intense driving sequences.

Franchise Expansion and Developer Background

This announcement follows the global success of the John Wick film series, which has grossed over $1 billion. The universe has recently expanded to include the television series The Continental and the spinoff film Ballerina . Saber Interactive, the developer behind the project, recently produced Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 , which sold over seven million units. Their portfolio also includes titles such as World War Z and the upcoming Jurassic Park: Survival .