Video game adaptations are plentiful. Some are successful, others are rightfully forgotten, but few have the power to truly touch the hearts of gamers. We think that the adaptation of the game Sky: Children of the Light is well on its way to entering this category after watching the very first trailer.
The independent studio thatgamecompany, known for its poetic video game experiences, takes a new step with The Two Embers: Part One, a silent animated film whose graphics already seduce us as much as those of the game on which it is inspired. This first part of a two-part feature film explores the origins of Sky: Children of the Light, a title set in a celestial kingdom threatened by darkness.
A universal, wordless narrative
The Two Embers follows the parallel paths of two children separated by time, but united by a common destiny. The film's unique feature is that it takes place without a single word. In its press release, the studio explains:
Using silent film is a bold move in 2025. But this process will allow the studio to reinforce the emotional impact through image and music, two extremely important components also in the base game. Co-produced by Light & Realm, Illusorium Studios and Orchid, The Two Embers will be followed by a full-length feature film. In the meantime, players will be able to experience this world premiere directly in their favorite universe thanks to special technology.
Between video games and cinema, there is only one step
Indeed, The Two Embers will be screened as a preview… in its own game. Scheduled for a launch in four weekly chapters starting July 21, the film will be broadcast directly in Sky via a new virtual theater: the Sky Cinema. This initiative is part of an ambitious transmedia approach where each viewing will be accompanied by new playable content.
Unlike traditional big-screen adaptations, The Two Embers and Sky coexist and interact with each other, creating an extraordinary experience. Initially unveiled during the AURORA virtual concert at Gamescom, the broadcasting technology used allows thousands of players to be brought together simultaneously. This system also earned Sky two Guinness World Records.
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