Anna Daniels
An exciting announcement has been made by Heroic Signatures regarding the cast and initial images of the highly anticipated Mutant: Year Zero movie, an animated adaptation of the well-loved tactical adventure video game Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden. This venture, from the creators of Conan the Barbarian and Solomon Kane, is set to revolutionize the animated film realm.
The narrative unfolds in a post-apocalyptic world where an unconventional crew of animal-mutants, under the leadership of a clever duck and a tough boar, embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve a vital generator stolen from their haven, the Ark. Throughout their journey, they unearth profound truths about the Ark’s factions, confront a tyrannical regime, and unveil secrets that could reshape their dystopian reality.
The main voice actors include Dolph Lundgren (Expend4bles, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom) and Ian McElhinney (The Outlaws, Game Of Thrones). The film is under the direction and production of Hasraf ‘HaZ’ Dulull, renowned for his contributions to video games and visual effects (The Dark Knight, Hellboy2).
This project stands out due to its innovative utilization of Unreal Engine 5, a state-of-the-art technology promising a visually striking and immersive encounter. Fred Malmberg, Mark Wheeler, and Paula Crickard are leading as producers, with Edward White assigned as the music composer.
Producer Fred Malmberg expressed, “We cannot wait for fans to get a glimpse at what we have been working on to bring Mutant: Year Zero to life as an animated feature film. Our goal at Heroic is to constantly challenge ourselves to create fresh, expanded experiences across different media based on our adventurous characters and stories for both existing fans and new ones.”
Although the specific release date remains undisclosed, the film is presently in progress and is anticipated to captivate both fans of the game and new viewers. The combination of a talented cast, groundbreaking technology, and a gripping plot ensures that Mutant: Year Zero will be a standout in the animated film sphere.
Keep an eye out for further updates as we eagerly anticipate the debut of this revolutionary film. With its distinctive mix of adventure, mystery, and marvelous visuals, Mutant: Year Zero is poised to enthrall audiences and redefine the possibilities in animated storytelling.
Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden Cinematic Reveal Trailer:
Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden – Cinematic Reveal Trailer | PS4
Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a tactical adventure game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY. Coming to PS4 in 2018.
