Insomniac Games Mulls Second Ratchet and Clank Film

Insomniac Games, the creative force behind the beloved Ratchet and Clank series, is showing a keen interest in further game-to-screen adaptations. Co-Studio Head Ryan Schneider recently shared these aspirations in an interview with Variety, especially highlighting their affection for the Ratchet and Clank franchise. This comes on the heels of the retirement announcement of Insomniac's founder and long-time CEO, Ted Price.

Insomniac Co-Studio Heads Interviewed Amidst Founder And CEO Ted Price's Retirement

Insomniac Games Looks For More Game-To-Screen Adaptations

In a recent discussion with Variety, Ryan Schneider, co-Studio Head at Insomniac Games, expressed enthusiasm for expanding their portfolio into more film adaptations. "I think back to the Ratchet and Clank film from several years ago. And we kind of got an early start on that. So, of course, we’re interested in that kind of thing. We love Ratchet and Clank in particular," Schneider remarked. The 2016 Ratchet and Clank movie, while receiving mixed reviews, set the stage for what could be a promising venture into cinematic storytelling.

Since its acquisition by Sony in 2019, Insomniac Games has been buoyed by Sony's successful track record in adapting video games to both film and television. The widespread acclaim of "The Last of Us" TV series is a testament to Sony's prowess in this arena, fueling Insomniac's confidence in their future projects.

Sony’s Video Game Adaptations Lineup

Sony's ability to bring video games to life on screen is well-documented, with successes like the 2022 "Uncharted" film and the 2023 "The Last of Us" series. Looking forward, Sony announced several exciting projects at the CES 2025 press conference. "The Last of Us Season 2" is set to premiere on HBO in April 2025, and the "Until Dawn" live-action film will follow suit in the same month. Additionally, the "Ghost of Tsushima Legends" anime series is slated for release on Crunchyroll in 2027. Sony is also developing a "Helldivers" feature film and a "Horizon Zero Dawn" live-action film, though specific release dates for these projects remain under wraps.

Insomniac Founder and CEO Ted Price Retires After 30 Years

Alongside discussions about future adaptations, Insomniac Games also announced the retirement of their founder and CEO, Ted Price, after a remarkable 30-year tenure. Price, instrumental in the creation of iconic franchises such as "Spyro the Dragon," "Ratchet & Clank," and "Marvel’s Spider-Man," reflected on his decision, stating, "I actually made this decision last year. 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."

The leadership mantle will now be shared among three Insomniac veterans: Ryan Schneider, Chad Dezern, and Jen Huang, who will serve as Co-Studio Heads. Price expressed his confidence in the new leadership, saying, "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."