Amazon hit "The Boys" gets its first own game – in VR

Instead of passive viewing, it's time to get hands-on from spring 2026: "The Boys: Trigger Warning" promises plenty of chaotic VR action in the Boys universe.

Fans of "The Boys" can look forward to a VR game based on the successful series in 2026.

(Image: Sony Pictures Virtual Reality)

Dec 9, 2025 at 2:35 pm CET

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Josef Erl

Developed by Brazilian studio Arvore, "The Boys: Trigger Warning" is set to deliver one thing above all on Meta Quest 3 and PlayStation VR2: violence, satire, and moral grey areas – precisely what has defined the Amazon series and its comic origins for years. The USK 18 rating is therefore unlikely to be a major surprise.

Players are expected to find a scenario similar to the start of the series: protagonist Lucas Costa accidentally gets caught in the Vought machinery during a family outing – complete with out-of-control Supes, plenty of blood, and temporary superpowers from the Temp V chemistry kit. Led by Billy Butcher and Mother's Milk, the "Boys" then take him under their wing and help him on his revenge mission against Vought.

Since Lucas involuntarily becomes a Supe, players will also have superpowers such as telekinesis, hand blades, or laser eyes at their disposal. In addition to brutal close-quarters combat, there will also be stealth elements where enemies can be silently eliminated or thrown against walls using telekinesis. The reveal trailer provides a first impression.

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The Boys: Trigger Warning - Official Reveal Trailer

Collaboration with the series' showrunners

According to Arvore founder Ricardo Justus, the collaboration with "The Boys" creator Eric Kripke and his team was more than just a licensing deal. The series' writers reportedly contributed to dialogues, scenes, and the fine-tuning of new characters. The story is intended to serve as a genuine expansion of the series for fans.

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A few familiar faces should also help: in addition to Karl Urban as "Billy Butcher," Laz Alonso ("Mother's Milk"), Colby Minifie ("Ashley"), P.J. Byrne ("Adam Bourke"), and Jensen Ackles also appear in the game. The latter plays a version of his Soldier Boy exclusively adapted for "Trigger Warning."

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"The Boys: Trigger Warning" is scheduled for release in spring 2026 and is priced at 21.99 Euros on the Quest Store page. Sony Pictures Virtual Reality acts as the publisher, which was also responsible for VR adaptations of "Men in Black" and "Starship Troopers."