Ubisoft’s Video Game, a Canonical Part of the Avatar Universe, May Shape the Narrative of Upcoming Avatar Movies
Ubisoft’s upcoming video game, “Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora,” developed by Massive Entertainment, might play a significant role in shaping the narrative of future films in the Avatar series. The game, set in the newly introduced Western Frontier, is considered an integral part of the Avatar universe, with every element, from plants and creatures to Na’vi clans, recognized as official lore.
Creative director Magnus Jansén emphasized the seamless integration of the Western Frontier into the world of Avatar, stating that it is as significant as the elements depicted in the movies. One of Ubisoft’s original creations for the game has already transcended into a different medium, featured in an Avatar exhibition curated by Lightstorm Entertainment, the studio behind the Avatar movies.
The intriguing possibility of elements from the video game making their way into the future Avatar films was hinted at by Jansén. He mentioned ongoing discussions about incorporating some of the game’s creations into upcoming movie installments, showcasing the potential synergy between the gaming and cinematic realms.
Producer Jon Landau expanded on this during a media event at Lightstorm Entertainment, emphasizing the potential incorporation of game elements into the movie series. Landau specifically mentioned the introduction of new Na’vi clans developed by Massive for Frontiers of Pandora, suggesting that these clans could seamlessly weave into the movie narratives.
Lightstorm’s vice president of franchise development, Joshua Izzo, added that Frontiers of Pandora would contain elements offering a sneak peek into the upcoming Avatar movie, scheduled for release in 2025. Izzo hinted at careful exploration by Avatar fans playing the game, as it could provide insights and connections to future sequel elements in the film.
While the specifics of the crossover betweenn the game and the upcoming films remain unclear, the canonical status of the game opens up intriguing possibilities, potentially influencing the expansion of the franchise’s universe across multiple entertainment mediums.