# Demolition Derby Television Adaptations Peacock is Developing a TV Show Based on 'Twisted Metal' By Colin Smith | Published 2022-03-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-metal References: [autoblog](https://www.autoblog.com/2022/03/05/twisted-metal-tv-series/) & [peacocktv](https://www.peacocktv.com/) '[Peacock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streaming-services1),' the television streaming service owned and operated by [NBC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/best-buy-essentials-antenna), has announced an upcoming video game to TV show adaptation based on the series 'Twisted Metal.' Twisted Metal is a demolition derby-style fantasy horror game where players use over-the-top weapons and superpowers to become the last man standing. The main character of Twisted Metal is a psychotic clown-esque character named 'Needles Kane' who drives a modified ice cream truck called 'Sweet Tooth.' While the video game was more about destruction-based gameplay than story, the television adaptation has already drawn the likes of high-profile actors such as Will Arnett and Anthony Mackie. Twisted Metal's most recent video game installment was released in 2012 for the [Playstation 3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpcs3-overlay), which means this television series is coming out over a decade later. Image Credit: Sony ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Video Game-to-tv Adaptations:** There may be an opportunity for other video games to be adapted into TV shows to capitalize on the popularity of original game IPs. - **Fantasy Horror Demolition Derbies:** There may be an opportunity for other horror game franchises to introduce demolition derby-style gameplay, creating unique gaming experiences for players. - **High-profile TV Series Castings:** There may be an opportunity for other TV show creators to attract big-name celebrity talent to their productions, resulting in increased attention and viewership. ### Where This Applies - **Streaming Services:** Streaming services could capitalize on the popularity of video game IPs by developing their own original TV show adaptations of popular game franchises, attracting a wider audience. - **Video Game Publishers:** Video game publishers could collaborate with streaming services or production companies to adapt their popular game IPs into TV shows, creating additional revenue streams beyond the gaming industry. - **Horror Entertainment:** The horror entertainment industry could incorporate demolition derby-style elements into their game franchises or productions to create more unique and thrilling experiences for audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese TV Adaptation Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yakuza-sega.md) - [Heartfelt Movie Adaptations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/it-takes-two.md) - [Retro TV Simulator Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blippo.md) - [Demolition Derby Game Sequels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wreckfest-2.md) - [Streaming Series Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thronglets-game.md) - [90s Horror Game Reboots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alone-in-the-dark.md) - [Smart TV Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackbox-games.md) - [Sci-Fi TV-Inspired VR Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-vr.md) - [Video Game Anime Movies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenmue-the-animation.md)