Dishonored, a 2012 title from Arkane Studios, is being advocated as suitable source material for television adaptation. The game combines dark fantasy aesthetics with steampunk visuals and revenge-thriller narrative beats that align well with contemporary television trends and the increasing quality of video game-to-screen projects in recent years.

The plot centres on Corvo Attano, a royal protector falsely accused of murdering the Empress and abducting her daughter Emily. After six months imprisoned, a rebellion recruits him to rescue Emily and restore her to the throne whilst dismantling the corrupt officials and aristocrats responsible for the conspiracy. The game's intricate worldbuilding, complex narrative structure, and inherent cinematic presentation provide a strong foundation for adaptation into premium television.