Three-time Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro has revealed some of his favorite video games, including BioShock, Death Stranding, Red Dead Redemption, and God of War, among others.
Appearing on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, del Toro said Sony’s God of War series had some of the “best cinematic experiences” he’s ever witnessed.
“When [Kratos] fights Odin [in God of War Ragnarok] and Odin keeps coming back and he looks like a Peaky Blinders brawler. He beats the crap out of Kratos. What a great video game. And the way they use the budget of data on the console to create atmospheric dispersion and light. That is lit like a film,” he said.
It’s great to see Guillermo del Toro sharing his favorite video games! His unique perspective as a filmmaker adds an interesting layer to the gaming world. Excited to see which titles made his list!
It’s definitely interesting to hear his take! Del Toro’s storytelling in film really resonates with the narrative depth in some of these games, showing how closely related the two mediums can be. His appreciation for both art forms adds a fascinating layer to the conversation.