Rick and Mortyhas become one of the biggest multimedia franchises in the industry since its premiere on Adult Swim in 2013. The mega-popular cartoon has spawned comic books, an upcoming spin-off, and Rick and Morty have even appeared as cameos in video games, with aRick SanchezFortniteskinbeing added for the game’s seventh season. The iconic Sanchez family has often appeared in minor roles in other games and occasionally their own lower-profile games, but recent trademarks may suggest an upcoming title isn’t far off.
With the massive popularity ofRick and Mortyover the past several years, the popular cartoon and video games have gone hand-in-hand. 2016’s mobile-exclusivePocket Mortysbrought the multiverse of Mortys into aPokemon-inspired monster-catching romp andRick and Morty: Virtual Rick-alitybrought players right into the world ofRick and Morty. Though they have seen several appearances in video games, Rick, Morty, and the rest of the family have yet to see their own high-profile game title, but Warner Bros. may be looking to expand the iconic characters' video game presence.
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Recent trademarks suggest that Warner Bros. may have plans forRick and Mortyin the world of gaming. The company recently filed trademarks for Rick, Morty, Pickle Rick, and Mr. Meeseeks for use under a variety of different purposes. Specifically mentioned under the uses for the trademarks are “computer software” and “video game software” among other uses that could be related to aRick and Mortyvideo game. It should be noted that there has been no official announcement as of yet to an upcomingRick and Mortyvideo game.
Rick and Mortyrecently concluded its fifth season on television with more seasons already being planned for the future. Writer Alex Rubens confirmed earlier this year that thewriting staff was working onSeason 7 ofRick and Mortybefore Season 5 had even begun to air. The presence of the eccentric mad scientist and his grandson has been massive across the entertainment industry in recent years, being featured in massive franchises likeFortnite,Dota 2, and eventhe Simpsons.
A potentialRick and Mortygame is something fans have been interested in for a long time. The universe-bending adventures and frequent action scenes within the show lend themselves to a massive action-adventure game. While no studio has come forward to take the Sanchez family’s adventures to a video game format, fans often speculate some of the beststudios for aRick and Mortygamewith names like Insomniac and Capcom coming up.Rick and Morty’s overwhelming popularity should ensure that someday players will be able to experience Rick and Morty’s signature chaotic action through their own eyes.
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