Paramount Confirms New Gaming Universe Including ‘Yellowstone’ and More
Paramount is set to broaden its TV and movie franchises into the gaming realm, targeting some of its most popular series created by Taylor Sheridan. This initiative includes ‘Yellowstone’, ‘Tulsa King’, ‘Lioness’, and other related shows.
The news emerged from an interview with Polygon, where Shawn Kittelsen, head of creative and production at Paramount Games Studio, discussed the company’s ambitious plans. Recently, Paramount launched a new gaming division called Paramount Games, dedicated to developing video games based on its leading franchises.
One of the first confirmed projects is ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin’. However, this is just the beginning, as more significant titles are being considered for future development.
Kittelsen emphasized that Taylor Sheridan’s shows are a major focus of the company’s gaming strategy, stating, “All of the ‘Yellowstone’ and ‘Yellowstone’-adjacent titles, ‘Landman’, ‘Tulsa King’, these are all priorities for us.”
This indicates that Paramount is actively exploring how to transform these TV dramas into interactive gaming experiences. However, no specific game projects have been officially announced yet, and nothing has entered full development.
The potential for a ‘Yellowstone’ or ‘Tulsa King’ game remains open-ended. Known for their crime drama, ranch life, and political intrigue, it’s still uncertain what type of gameplay would be the best fit. Ideas being discussed include story-driven games where player choices impact the outcome or open-world crime games reminiscent of classic titles like ‘Mafia’ or ‘Grand Theft Auto’.
Polygon also reported that Paramount is being cautious with its game adaptations, aiming to avoid the release of low-quality licensed games that prioritize quick profits.
Kittelsen elaborated on this strategy, saying, “If we start, like, willy-nilly licensing everything that we can just to check boxes and fill the coffers, people will get wise to it, and we won’t actually see the success that we could.”
He also mentioned that Paramount is focused on selecting the right partners and prioritizing quality over quantity, stating, “Everything has to come from that player first, fan-first perspective. We’re being much more selective about our partners because everything that we do, we don’t want to just spray and pray. Like we always say: we want missiles, not bullets.”
This approach indicates that Paramount is aiming to establish a long-term gaming strategy rather than rushing to release numerous smaller projects. The company seeks to ensure that its games reflect the high standards of its most successful TV and film brands.
Taylor Sheridan is also branching out into other entertainment sectors beyond television and gaming. He is currently working on a ‘Call of Duty’ movie for Paramount, which is expected to hit theaters in the summer of 2028.
For now, the concept of a ‘Yellowstone’ or ‘Tulsa King’ video game remains in the early planning stages. However, Paramount has made it clear that these shows are high on its priority list, and fans may eventually see them developed into significant gaming projects in the future.
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