The reboot, unlike the original, moves the action from San Diego to Las Vegas. It'll focus on Tasha and Malik in their original roles. A statement from ViacomCBS says, "Relocating from San Diego to Sin City, 'The Game' returns with a mix of original cast and new players to offer a modern-day examination of Black culture through the prism of pro football. The team will tackle racism, sexism, classism and more as they fight for fame, fortune, respect and love — all while trying to maintain their souls as they each play 'The Game.'"
The statement also quoted Julie McNamara, Paramount+'s executive vice president, as saying, "From the moment it debuted, 'The Game' was a groundbreaking series that used humor, heart and memorable characters to explore real issues involving race, gender and, of course, football. What better time for Devon and the whole team to reunite for a fresh look at a world that has only become more at-the-center of the cultural conversation today."
No information on storylines has been made available yet, but fans can bet the themes and the tone of the original will stay intact, with so many cast and crew members returning to their roles. It's a few months off yet, but soon viewers will get to see if the new series has got as much game as the original.
