Witcher 3 Film Adaptation Echoes 80s Fantasy Flicks

Tech enthusiasts continue to explore the potential of screen adaptations using modern technology, and their latest focus is the Witcher series. A concept trailer for a Witcher 3: Wild Hunt adaptation, crafted by the Sora AI YouTube channel, has emerged.

The trailer's aesthetic is heavily inspired by 1980s films, leveraging the power of neural networks. Many recognizable characters from the Witcher universe are featured, including Geralt, Yennefer, Ciri, Triss Merigold, Regis, Dijkstra, Priscilla, and others. While some stylistic liberties have been taken with their appearances, the characters remain easily identifiable.

Recently, the developers of The Witcher 3 hinted at plans to incorporate Triss's wedding into the game. Originally envisioned as the "Ashen Marriage" quest in Novigrad, the storyline depicts Triss's burgeoning feelings for Castello and her desire for a swift marriage. Geralt aids in the wedding preparations, which involve ridding the canals of monsters, procuring alcohol, and selecting a wedding gift.

Interestingly, Triss's reaction is directly influenced by the gift chosen. Less thoughtful presents are met with less enthusiasm, while a memory rose—a familiar item from The Witcher 2—elicits a much stronger emotional response.