10 Books That Would Make Great Video Games

6. The Island Of Doctor Moreau By H.G Wells

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It is an irrefutable fact that H.G Wells is one of the greatest science fiction authors to have ever existed. His wealth of content is acclaimed and could create something that takes the gaming world by storm. Well's 1896 book The Island of Doctor Moreau helped pave the way for the concept of the mad scientist character and tells a frightening tale of playing god. It is the perfect property of his to be adapted into game form.

The story follows a castaway who arrives on an island inhabited by the eccentric genius Dr Moreau, and his horrifying creations. The doctor focused his scientific efforts on creating human-animal hybrids, capable of thought and brilliance, yet still maintaining their primal instincts. This story's potential for a horror or action game could be so strong that it clears away all memory of the disastrous 1996 film that tarnished the reputation of this horrifying tale.

Playing against the creatures would be challenging if given a strong AI like we've seen in Alien Isolation. These monsters acting as the antagonists of the game could drive the player to the brink, and truly test their skills. It would be a heart-pounding experience that gets everyone talking and shivering with fear.

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