Luckily, the video game industry is obsessed with remaking the games we grew up with.
These days, its not uncommon for older titles to resurface as an HD port or full-on remake.
In some cases, these games are entirely reimagined as new experiences.
The 15 games on this list do exactly that.
While some changes to the case are contentious among fans, theres no denyingReunionsgameplay is superior.
A full 3D remake of the game launched a year later, in 2020.
Otherwise, its a much more approachable way to experienceTrials of Manasunique branching story structure.
The biggest change is the addition of voice acting for the main character, Isaac Clarke.
(Wright also voiced Isaac in the originalDead Space 2andDead Space 3on PS3 and Xbox 360.)
Along with the new voice acting, theDead Spaceremake also tweaks the games structure.
This makes backtracking and hunting down optional side objectives much easier.
This remake of the originalHalf-Lifeis actually a fan-made project that took almost 20 years to complete.
It was made and released with the blessing ofHalf-Lifesoriginal development studio, Valve.
Black Mesarecreates the originalHalf-Lifefrom 1998 in the source enginethe same engine Valve used to makeHalf-Life 2.
The Game Boy version is beloved for its quirky humor and touching story, but its gameplay has aged.
Admittedly, the games performance could be better.
Plus, if you enjoyKiwami 1, thenKiwami 2is a no-brainer.
Both games are PS4 remakes of the first twoYakuzagames originally released on PS3.
Some missions and story segments have also been trimmed or altered for a more streamlined playthrough.
And yet, very few people actually played the PS3 version.
The biggest differences, however, are the new visuals, music, and sound.
System Shock
WhenSystem Shockreleased in 1994, it basically changed everything.
This potent combo was unlike any other game before it and influenced everything fromBioshockandDishonored, toDead SpaceandThe Elder Scrolls.
Unfortunately, despite its importance, the originalSystem Shockis tough to play in 2023.
Thankfully, Nightdives 2023 remake streamlines the experience with contemporary control schemes and visuals.
TheSystem Shockremake is just as immersiveand difficultas the original, but its modern touches make it far more approachable.
Instead, every piece of the planet Tallon IV has been rebuilt with higher-quality assets.
It is by far the best-looking game on the Nintendo Switch.
The originalMetroid Primestill holds up, andMetroid Prime Remasteredsupdated visuals make the atmospheric first-person adventure more immersive than ever.
And yet, the spirit of the beloved survival horror classic is still here.
The story beats are just as creepy, but realized with much more gory details.
That said, RE2make nails more than just the vibes.
Resident Evil 3received a similar overhaul, but it wasnt nearly as successful are RE2Make.
However, there is one other Resident Evil game that deserves a spot on this list … Its far more than just a remake of the beloved PS1 RPG, but rather a total reimagining.
Available on:PC,PlayStation 5,PlayStation 4
