Paramount confirms video game sequel for animated Teenage Mutant Ninja turtle movie

This all sounds like a Turtle fan's dream, but what about the game's visuals? It will borrow the "bold, painterly art style" from the film, aiming to make the sprawling cityscapes and sewer lairs of New York that's as vibrant and dynamic as the turtles themselves. Doug Rosen, SVP of Games and Emerging Media at Paramount, emphasized how the film's unique art style makes it a perfect candidate for video game adaptation, adding another layer of excitement to the forthcoming release.

Interestingly, the game's timeline fits snugly between the events of Mutant Mayhem and its upcoming sequel, as well as a new 2D animated series, Tales of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This layered storytelling approach across multiple mediums indicates a meticulously planned expansion of the Ninja Turtles universe, providing ample opportunity for character development and world-building.

While waiting for more specifics, the game's expected compatibility spans across both the PC and unspecified consoles. Given Outright Games' history, it's likely the game will be available on a variety of platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X. The company has received relatively positive reviews for their past titles, though some users have expressed concerns about the price-to-playtime ratio.

As for the Ninja Turtles themselves, they've been pixelated heroes long before this upcoming venture. Classics like the original TMNT arcade game and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time are still held in high regard. The franchise also saw a modern release last year with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, which brought the arcade beat'em up action to contemporary platforms. Finally, it's believed that the turtle brothers are headed to Fortnite next.

With a sequel film, a Paramount+ series, and now a video game as well as a video game adaptation of TMNT: The Last Ronin in the pipeline, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are reclaiming their spot in pop culture. The only missing piece of the puzzle is who the new mutant villain will be in the game. Until then, fans can only speculate while humming the iconic theme song, awaiting the next adventure of their favorite heroes in a half-shell. Turtle power!