Krafton Inc. is partnering with Netflix to develop a live-action series based on its battle royale game, PUBG: Battlegrounds. The project is in development and is part of Krafton’s strategy to expand its intellectual property into new entertainment formats.
Emmy and Golden Globe winner Donald Glover is set to write, direct, executive produce and star in the series. His brother, Stephen Glover, will serve as a writer and executive producer. Krafton entertainment subsidiary LV3H will also take part in development and production.
Plot details and a release schedule have not been announced. The project adds to Netflix’s growing slate of video game adaptations.