Dolph Lundgren and Ian McElhinney are joining the cast of the upcoming CGI animated movie "Mutant: Year Zero." This movie, based on the 2018 tactics game "Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden," will be directed by Hasraf 'HaZ' Dulull and rendered using Unreal Engine 5. The post-apocalyptic story unfolds around anthropomorphic mutants on a mission to find the missing engineer of The Ark, who may hold the key to a mystical place known as Eden. The film promises new adventures and mysteries beyond the safe confines of The Ark.

What is the plot of "Mutant: Year Zero"?n

The plot of "Mutant: Year Zero" centers on a group of unique mutants who embark on a mission to locate the missing engineer of The Ark. They believe he knows the way to a mystical place of salvation called Eden. Along their journey, they encounter various dangers and start questioning their very existence.

"Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden" is an adaptation of a 2018 tactical game developed by Funcom. This game itself is inspired by the classic Swedish tabletop RPG of the same name and blends XCOM-style turn-based tactics with an interesting narrative. The game's reception was positive, with critics praising its unique approach to stealth and combat mechanics. The film thus has a rich source material to draw from, promising an intriguing storyline for fans of the original game and newcomers alike.