An animated series based on Squanch Games’ High on Life is reportedly in the works, with Curb Your Enthusiasm creator JB Smoove set to produce.
These first details about the video game adaptation for the series come from Deadlinewho says Smoove will produce the project through his Alternate Side Productions banner. He played Gus in the first-person shooter Squanch when it releases in 2022, and while the site says there’s a “good chance” he’ll play a role in the series, he hasn’t officially joined the cast yet.
In addition to his acting roles in films such as Date Night and Spider-Man: Far From Home, Smoove has lent his voice to projects such as Harley Quinn with Max, Teen Titans Go! and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012).
Smoove shared a statement about how High on Life will film its scene in the animated version:
“When Squanch Games originally approached JB Smoove (I like to refer to myself in third person) about voicing a character in their awesome video game High on Life, my first question was what would my character look like? They told me I would be a shooting fish… which makes sense to me! As a vegan, I believe a fish should have the right to defend itself! Of course?! And now that I’m partnering with Squanch Games and Striker Entertainment to bring the hilarious High on Life to the franchise, it seems like it was inevitable!”
Smoove continued, “They invited me to join them in the gaming world, and now I’m helping them transition into the TV world! It’s a case of game recognizing game! High on Life is wild, weird and wonderful, and the show will be just as good and better! Get ready to laugh in space with unforgettable characters like me! We’re armed and ready to go!”
Alternate Side is serving as an executive producer alongside Striker Entertainment’s Russell Binder and Mandy Bardisbanian. Squanch is also attached to develop the animated series, as well as the original game’s narrative director, Alec Robbins.
High on Life is set to release on PC and Xbox in delayed 2022, with PlayStation coming in July 2023. The DLC story content, titled High on the Knifeand then in October. The animated series does not have a premiere date and there has been no official confirmation on who will be joining the cast. However, the game is known for its roster of talent, which includes notable appearances from stars like Tim Robinson, Michael Cusack, Mike Stoklasa, Zach Hadel, Tom Kenny, Nolan North, and many more.
High On Life started two years ago as a video game and in our 8/10 reviewsexplained why we loved the “cringe-worthy” story he told. While his journey into animation will mark a significant shift from his humble beginnings in games, it’s not the first time the series has explored other mediums. Robbins also helped bring the franchise to comics, and you can learn more about his side stories Here.
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