10 Worst Modern Licensed Video Games

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The video game industry has heavily relied on licensed titles to adapt popular franchises from movies, TV shows, and other media into interactive formats. However, the rush to cash in on a brand's popularity has led to the development of many disappointing modern licensed games, like and . This highlights the importance of quality in game development, as these titles not only let down fans but also stained the reputation of the franchises they are based on.

There are a number of more recent licensed video games that have failed to meet expectations despite having the backing of well-known intellectual properties. These titles suffered from technical issues and poor game design, turning what could have been an exciting experience into a complete disaster.

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The reboot of the series,beginning with 2011's, has shown that it can rival the original films and, in some respects, even surpass them. However, the video game adaptation does not match its cinematic counterparts. Calling a game is a bit of a stretch, as it resembles more of an interactive movie with various choices more than actual gameplay.

Set between the events of and, the game follows a tribe separate from Caesar's, as well as a group of human survivors. Players' choices can lead to different outcomes and affect their relationships with the various characters they interact with. Despite the impressive graphics and the involvement of Andy Serkis, couldn't deliver a satisfying conclusion and ended up losing the battle before it even began.

It's a stretch to call a tie-in game, since it doesn't feature any of the film's characters, plot, or any real connection to the movie. However, it was officially licensed and released to coincide with the 2016 film. This is a twin-stick shooter game where up to four players can play through uninspired and unattractive levels,