The video game movie genre is notorious for its fair share of flops, with films like 1993's Super Mario Bros. and 1997's Mortal Kombat: Annihilation standing out as prime examples of how not to adapt a beloved game. These movies are infamous for their failure to capture the essence and appeal of the original games, leaving fans disappointed and critics baffled. However, there's a glimmer of hope as Hollywood has shown some improvement in recent years. The Sonic the Hedgehog series and The Super Mario Bros. Movie have demonstrated a more promising approach to video game adaptations. Yet, not all attempts have been successful, with movies like Borderlands serving as reminders that there's still a long way to go.

Hollywood's persistence in adapting video games into movies is commendable, especially considering the low bar set by some of the worst adaptations in cinematic history. Here's a look at some of the most abysmal video game movie adaptations:

The Worst Video Game Movie Adaptations of All Time

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