Dark Deception: Indie Horror Game Transforms into Film

The survival horror game Dark Deception, developed by Glowstick Entertainment, is set to expand its haunted allure by venturing into the film industry. The game, which immerses players in a suspenseful maze-filled hotel teeming with eerie monsters, will be brought to the big screen by indie production company So It Goes Entertainment.

The creative minds behind this adaptation, Adrian Speckert and Cory Todd Hughes, have undertaken the task of translating the game's intricate and chilling narrative into a captivating cinematic experience. While details on casting and selection of the director remain undisclosed, anticipation is high following the game's notable record.

Game's Success and Legal Victories

Dark Deception's journey to the big screen is a testament to its immense success and dedicated fan base. With over six-and-a-half million copies sold and 58 million players globally, its path to film adaptation seemed almost inevitable. However, this transition was not without challenges.

Glowstick Entertainment previously found itself embroiled in a legal confrontation with Monster Energy, pertaining to the use of the term monster in its spinoff title, Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals. In early 2023, Monster Energy initiated legal proceedings, proposing a settlement intended to restrict Glowstick's future use of "monster" in relation to its games.

CEO Vincent Livings, taking a public stand, refused to back down, sharing legal proceedings with the public and committing to defending Glowstick’s creative rights. This strategy proved successful in August 2023 when the US Patent and Trademark Office upheld Glowstick’s rights, declaring that the studio could continue using the term "monster" without restriction.

Future Prospects

With the legal hurdles behind them, Glowstick Entertainment is poised to propel Dark Deception into a new realm of storytelling. The impending film adaptation is expected to enhance the brand's narrative and further solidify its position within the horror genre.

The community of fans and followers eagerly await more details about the film, including casting choices and a premiere date. While the gaming world watches, the adaptation of Dark Deception to film signifies not just the resilience of independent developers against corporate giants, but also the potential for great stories to expand beyond their original media.

Update: 11 Sep 2025