There’s no way you haven’t seen Rambo’s resurrection in recent gaming versions if you’re a player. Whatever the case may be, we keep seeing him around, and it brings back that familiar nostalgia.
Because John Rambo is one of the most famous heroes in American film history, game designers may have a valid reason to make him appear in unexpected locations. The character appeared in three films, the first of which is regarded as a cinematographic classic that deals with PTSD, anti-militarism, and human nature. It spanned two sequels, both of which were action-packed films that defined a generation. The franchise was revitalized in recent years, and the most recent film in the series was released in 2019. While still famous, John Rambo has appeared in a few games, most recently in DLC games.
DLC done an excellent job of incorporating Rambo into their successive episodes. He’s made cameo appearances in three games so far: Call of Duty: Warzone, Mortal Kombat 11, and Far Cry 6. As we stated in the opening, we recognize that Rambo has a place in the game world, but why now of all times?
Rambo’s introduction in Mortal Kombat 11 was a blockbuster, and other cult icons from 1980s films such as Robocop and Terminator followed suit. Because of the effort he put into his gameplay, John was well-received. Great man oeuvres, mixed with the traps he employs, appealed to the game’s enthusiasts. He was also a key player in Call of Duty and another shooting game called Broforce.
While these were admirable attempts to resurrect the once-cult hero, Far Cry 6 went a step farther. While there is no Rambo himself in the game, there is a fan of the figure who makes the Far Cry journey feel like a Rambo adventure. All of this demonstrates how the game has evolved in recent years and how popular Rambo is, and not just because of nostalgia. DLC may have been planning anything more in this situation.
While we feel there is something beyond ten curtains, it’s also possible that we’re just talking about nostalgia for 1980s action movies. Rambo was the man back then who not only transcended his film series but also aided in the creation of other action heroes of the era. As seen by the introduction of the Stranger Things series in the game, which is also set in the 1980s, Far Cry 6 dug deep into the 1980s. Rambo is an excellent addition to Mortal Kombat 11’s roster. Rambo’s kill count is highlighted in all of the films in the franchise, and it transcends all boundaries in terms of cinematic death.
Far Cry, on the other hand, embodies Rambo effectively because it is centered on survival – something John excels at. Both the games and the Rambo movies focus on realistic survival. So, it’s not surprising to see Rambo in a game; he’s a natural fit. As a result, it’s no surprise to see him in movies like Far Cry. DCL is likely to make more Rambo appearances in the future. What’s much more likely, in our opinion, is that he gets his own game. But, we’ll see about that, as the game designers will assess whether or not an idea like this has promise.
