Atomfall: new tv series revealed for popular survival game

The post-apocalyptic survival game Atomfall, developed by Rebellion, has gained significant popularity with 3.7 million players. Launched in 2025 and inspired by the 1957 Windscale disaster, the game is now set to make the leap to television. This article covers the game’s background, the upcoming TV adaptation, and the creative teams involved.

Background of Atomfall

Atomfall is a post-apocalyptic survival game that takes players into a world devastated by a hypothetical nuclear disaster. The game lets players explore, scavenge, craft, and fight in a beautifully realized environment. With themes ranging from nuclear paranoia to the British post-war identity crisis, Atomfall offers a unique take on the genre.

The game was well received by critics and won the award for Best British Game at the BAFTA Games Awards in 2026. Players are challenged to make their choices in a narrative full of intrigue and adventure.

The Atomfall TV adaptation

On 30 April 2026, it was announced that Atomfall will receive a TV adaptation. The series is being produced by Rebellion in collaboration with Two Brothers Pictures, known for shows such as Fleabag and The Missing. The series is being written by Emmy and Golden Globe winners Harry and Jack Williams, who previously worked on popular series including Baptiste and The Tourist.

The TV show is being positioned as a distinctly British take on the post-apocalyptic genre, set in a militarized quarantine zone in the Lake District. While life outside the walls carries on as normal, life inside the zone has taken a far stranger turn.

Creative team and production

Alongside the Williams brothers, Jason and Chris Kingsley, founders of Rebellion, will also serve as executive producers on the series. This collaboration between multiple talents who share a deep love for Atomfall’s story looks like a promising combination.

Jason and Chris Kingsley have already said they are excited about the partnership: "It’s always exciting to work with people who share the same passion for telling big stories," they said in a joint statement. The Williams brothers added that they enjoyed the experience of expanding the world of Atomfall for television.

There is no information yet on casting or a release date for the TV series. However, the parties involved say they are working on a project that will appeal to both fans of the game and new viewers. With a strong creative vision and a rich source of story material in the game, expectations are high for the upcoming series.