Creating a Family-Friendly Apocalypse: The Development of Lego Horizon Adventures
Jan-Bart van Beek, Studio Director at Guerrilla Games, and Jochen Willemsen, Cinematic Director, will take you behind the scenes of the development of LEGO Horizon Adventures at the VIEW Conference 2025 in Turin. This unique video game transforms the post-apocalyptic world of Horizon into a fun and engaging adventure for the whole family. Discover how Guerrilla Games collaborated with LEGO to create a game that appeals to both children and adults, balancing the dark themes of the original game with the playful and imaginative spirit of LEGO.
In this 50-minute session, Jan-Bart and Jochen will share insights into the creative process, from the initial pitch to the final product. Learn about the challenges they faced in adapting a story about the fall of human civilization into a family-friendly game, and how they overcame them with innovative design and storytelling techniques. LEGO Horizon Adventures was nominated for four BAFTA awards, highlighting its excellence in game design and storytelling.
Whether you're a fan of Horizon, LEGO, or video game development, this talk promises to showcase the magic of combining two beloved franchises into one unforgettable experience.
