Untitled John Wick

Untitled John Wick

game

Adventure

WISE
64%

WISE Score

A high-octane prequel diving into the 'gun-fu' origins of the Baba Yaga himself.

Where to Play

Xbox
Xbox
PC/Steam
PC/Steam
PlayStation
PlayStation
Screenwise Verdict

If you’re looking for a game to play with a ten-year-old, keep walking. This is a dark, violent, and incredibly stylish action experience designed for fans of the films who want to step into the well-tailored suit of a legendary assassin.

It’s expected to be a technical showpiece for the PS5 and Xbox Series X, focusing on rhythm-based gunplay and atmospheric storytelling. It’s not 'wholesome' by any stretch, but as a piece of interactive media, it’s shaping up to be a top-tier recommendation for the adult gamers in the house.

Age Fit

This is strictly for older teens (17+) and adults. It's a high-budget action title that leans into the R-rated roots of the film franchise.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
32

The series is built on a foundation of vengeance and professional assassination. While it values loyalty and a strict personal code, the primary 'cooperation' involves high-level killing.

Imaginative
88

The John Wick universe is masterfully built with its own currency, secret societies, and 'gun-fu' choreography. This game is expected to expand that lore with a prequel narrative.

Safe
22

It's John Wick. Expect stylized, graphic violence, high body counts, and intense combat. This is a safety red flag for younger kids but a genre staple for adults.

Enriching
62

Likely to offer high-level tactical gameplay and cinematic storytelling. It's a masterclass in 'flow state' mechanics and visual design, even if the subject matter is dark.

Parent Info
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Why It Might Be Great

  • Masterful Choreography: The game aims to translate the film's signature 'gun-fu' into a playable combat system that feels fluid and rewarding.
  • Deep Lore: By setting the story years before the 'Impossible Task,' it will explore the building blocks of the Continental and High Table.
  • Cinematic Quality: With a focus on 'jaw-dropping camerawork,' it looks to bridge the gap between watching a movie and playing one.
  • Atmospheric Immersion: The John Wick series is famous for its neon-soaked, moody environments, which should translate beautifully to next-gen hardware.
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What to Watch For

  • The violence is the point. This isn't cartoonish; it's surgical, relentless, and graphic. If your kid is sensitive to realistic injury, this is an immediate skip.
  • The 'cool' factor of being a hitman is high. Unlike games that moralize violence, John Wick treats it as a professional craft, which might be a heavy concept for younger teens.

Conversation Starters

  • "Why does John Wick have such a strict code of rules in a world of criminals?"
  • "Is the violence in this game more like a dance or more like a real fight?"
  • "How does the game make you feel when you successfully clear a room of enemies?"
  • "What do you think the 'Impossible Task' actually was?"

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