Zach Lipovsky, the director of the upcoming film adaptation of the "Dead Rising" game series said the tone of his project will be like "Indiana Jones" but with zombies, according to Slash Film.
Lipovsky, who helmed "Leprechaun: Origins" is working with Legendary Pictures for "Dead Rising: Watchtower."
"I really like the tone of the game," the director said. "It's definitely got its dark, scary beats, but ultimately it's an adventure film. Every time I get scared or laugh while I'm playing, I make a note to add it to the script."
"Tonally it will be like 'Indiana Jones' with zombies," he added. "Fun, scary, dramatic action."
Based on the title of the project, the "Watchtower" will not be a direct adaptation of the games. However, the director noted that it will take place between the second and third "Dead Rising" games.
Although this means the film will feature a new story as well as new leads, familiar characters from the games will also make an appearance in the movie, Gamer Headlines reported.
"The film is set in a new outbreak with new heroes, in a new city," Lipovsky said. "So it's not a direct adaptation of one of the previous games, but it does fit into the cannon of the storyline.
"It takes place between the Fortune City outbreak in 'Dead Rising 2' and Los Peridos outbreak from 'Dead Rising 3,'" he added. "So it's part of a greater franchise narrative. Of course some familiar faces show up as well."
A release date for "Watchtower" has not yet been announced. However, Lipovsky said the film will not have a theatrical premiere. Instead, the film will be released on Sony's streaming service Crackle as well as other streaming sites.
According to the director, skipping movie theaters offers him and the studio more creative freedom while working with a small budget, according to Game Spot.
"Online there is no ratings board, there is no run time limit, there are no rules," he explained. "This is an experiment for Legendary, and they have been incredibly willing to take creative risks. Evert crazy idea I've had has been met with excitement."
"I have a feeling that if this was the 100+ million dollar version, it would star Tom Cruise and be watered down," Lipovsky added. "The more money you spend, the greater the audience you have to please. The film is being made for the fans and that's possible because it's a digital feature."