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Remakes and remasters are becoming more and more common today, especially in the video game industry. It allows games to reach a broader audience of potential players and provides an easy way for developers to earn additional revenue from popular titles. Many gamers prefer remakes and remaster games because they allow them to revisit their favorite games without investing too much time into a new experience.
Game Remaster Vs. Remake: What’s The Difference?
The difference between remakes and remastered games is what happens in the game. For remakes, developers change the gameplay and developers have rebuilt the game from the ground up. With the games being remastered, it doesn’t change the story or gameplay significantly but updates the game’s look, which is primarily possible with developers using the latest technology. It gives the player a better game experience with smoother graphics and gameplay.
A newer version of the game also gives players who don’t have the nostalgic connection to older titles an opportunity to enjoy these classic games in fantastic new ways. Here are the game titles we’re most excited about this year.
Metroid Prime Remastered
This reimagined the classic Metroid Prime, first released on the Nintendo GameCube in 2002. Players take on the role of Samus Aran, a space bounty hunter who must explore an alien planet and battle against various enemies and bosses. It features new graphics, better controls, and other enhancements that make the game more enjoyable.
A newer version of the game also gives players who don’t have the nostalgic connection to older titles an opportunity to enjoy these classic games in fantastic new ways. Here are the game titles we’re most excited about this year.
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Capcom released the Original game in 2005 and is improving it with features of “modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics.” Leon S. Kennedy, a special agent tasked with rescuing the president’s daughter from a mysterious cult, is your playable character.
Resident Evil 4 has received praise for its intense gameplay and gripping story. Along the way, players must battle against creatures and locals that the mind-controlling parasite has infected, a.k.a the “Las Plagas.” You will also solve puzzles while exploring various locations. It will be on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam. The release date will be March 24th, 2023.
System Shock Remake
The upcoming remake of System Shock aims to modernize the classic game released in 1994. It’s a first-person shooting game where you fight to the death in space. Nightdive Studios are developing a newer version of the game. The remake promises to deliver an enhanced gameplay experience while staying true to the original game’s core elements. That’s why they have collaborated with the original developers of System Shock.
With its mix of horror and sci-fi, the System Shock Remake is eagerly anticipated by fans of the original game as well as newcomers to the series. System Shock remake is coming to PC (Steam), PlayStation, and Xbox consoles in March 2023.
Silent Hill 2 Remake
Many fans of the game Silent Hill franchise hope for a modernized version of one of the original games that preserve its unique blend of psychological horror and atmospheric design. And it looks like their hopes of a remake are about to come true! Last year, Konami announced that it had several new Silent Hill projects in the works. We got excited that Silent 2 Remake is one of them.
The development team for Silent Hill 2 will be consulting with the original developers of Silent Hill 2. They want to ensure that the game retains its survival-horror roots. The trailer shows some brief glimpses of the town itself, as well as a few enemies. It doesn’t include combat, so we’ll have to wait to see once the game releases.
We look forward to Silent Hill 2 and the famous enemy known as Pyramid head. It is coming out on PS5 and PC this year.
Gothic remake
The upcoming video game developed by THQ Nordic is a modern retelling of the classic Gothic game released in 2001. The game is set in a gritty medieval fantasy realm, where humans are fighting a losing war against the Orcs, a humanoid race. To fight back, the king must extract magical ore from mines and use it to forge more powerful weapons.
The game features an immersive story and updated graphics. However, its core gameplay still reflects the ideas of the original: rediscovering the world of the mining colony, its secrets, and its challenges. It will be on PC, PS5, and the Xbox Series X/S on December 31st, 2023.
We hope you enjoyed our list. Hopefully, we’ve added some good titles to your wishlist. Each of the above five games represents a unique opportunity for longtime fans and newcomers. Many more titles are coming out this year, so keep your eyes open.
