Brandon Sanderson Is Eager to Adapt His Books into a Video Game, Calling Himself a 'Lifelong Gamer'

Brandon Sanderson, the author of the Mistborn series, has expressed his enthusiasm for potentially turning his books into a video game. During an interview with IGN, Sanderson, who identifies as a lifelong gamer, stated, "As a lifelong gamer, suffice it to say that yes, I've thought about this a lot." He acknowledged that the challenge lies in finding the right development partner, as video games demand significant investments.

Mistborn, with its intricate magic system and rich world, appears to be a natural fit for this medium. The author hinted that Mistborn would be his first choice for a game adaptation, though he emphasized the need for a suitable partner. Sanderson's interest in gaming extends beyond Mistborn, as he has recently completed a screenplay adaptation for the film version and is working on board games and the Mistborn RPG tabletop series.

The latter, developed by Brotherwise Games in collaboration with Sanderson, is set to release a Mistborn expansion in November, focusing on Roshar and the Stormlight Archive books. The initial offerings for the Cosmere RPG, which Sanderson also created, include a Handbook, Campaign Guide, and Welcome to Scadriel guide, all available for pre-order.

Given the success of the tabletop RPG, it's plausible that Mistborn could also be an exceptional video game, comparable to titles like Baldur's Gate 3. For readers unfamiliar with Sanderson's work or the Cosmere universe, the author provides a comprehensive reading guide for further exploration.