The video game movie genre is notorious for its share of disappointments. Classics like the 1993 film "Super Mario Bros." and the 1997 sequel "Mortal Kombat: Annihilation" are infamous for their failure to capture the essence of their beloved source material. However, recent years have shown a glimmer of hope with successful adaptations like the "Sonic the Hedgehog" series and "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," indicating a more promising direction for video game films. Yet, not all attempts have been successful, as evidenced by the less-than-stellar "Borderlands" movie.
Hollywood's persistence in tackling video game adaptations is commendable, and it's difficult to imagine a lower bar than some of the following notorious flops. Here's a look at some of the worst video game movie adaptations that have ever hit the screen:
The Worst Video Game Movie Adaptations of All Time
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