All articles tagged with #remaster
Animator Travis Howe revealed he joined a team that aimed to pitch a Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy remaster to Sony, and he reanimated a cutscene shot-for-shot to demonstrate the vision. The effort, not commissioned by Sony, remained a fan concept and never progressed, but Howe released the video as a proof-of-concept to spark interest in a modern Jak & Daxter remake.
SiN: Reloaded, a completely remastered version of the 1998 shooter, is planned to launch in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). The project, handled by Nightdive Studios with Slipgate Ironworks and Ritual Entertainment, is coupled with the Wages of SiN extra mission pack and runs on the KEX Engine, delivering up to 4K resolution at 144fps, modernized controls, improved maps, and new achievements while preserving the original SiN and SiN Gold content.
Iron Galaxy hints at a Fallout-related project on LinkedIn via a “Please Stand By” image, fueling speculation about remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas or other Fallout content. No official confirmation yet, though the studio has past ties to Bethesda (Skyrim on Switch, Fallout 76 work) and fans debate whether Virtuos or Iron Galaxy will handle any remasters.
Metal Gear Solid 4 is getting a modern remaster as part of Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, with a target of 60fps on current-gen consoles and Nintendo Switch. The move aims to fix the long-running PS3-era frame-rate issues, though some cutscenes may still run at 30fps. The port’s exact technical approach remains unclear, given the absence of a prior public blueprint beyond the rumored emulation/HD routes, and the collection also includes Peace Walker and Ghost Babel as fan-pleasing extras.
Bandai Namco revealed new, artist-illustrated portraits for Tales of Berseria Remastered and announced a Bienfu-themed mascot hoodie line. The remaster adds QoL improvements and launches February 26, 2026 on PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam; the story unfolds centuries before Tales of Zestiria, featuring Velvet Crowe and the other party members.
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass now includes a remastered version of Fallout 3 for free on Xbox Series X|S, delivering higher resolution visuals, smoother performance, and faster load times without a full remake; it’s an enhanced backward-compatibility upgrade available to Game Pass subscribers to download and play.
TechRadar reports Bethesda released a new trailer featuring Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, but it’s an advert for the Fallout TV series and doesn’t confirm remasters; speculation about shadow-drops and updated versions persists, fueled by past hints and leaks, though there is no official confirmation yet.
Koei Tecmo and Omega Force have pushed Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered from its March 19, 2026 date to an undeclared release window, citing quality improvements. The game remains planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam, with a new date to be announced later.
A feature ranks every definitive Xenoblade Chronicles game (excluding 3D and the original X), with Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed at the top and Xenoblade Chronicles: Future Connected at the bottom. The list praises the Definitive Edition remaster and Xenoblade 3 for its scope and narrative, notes Xenoblade Chronicles X’s vast open world and Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s tutorials and performance quirks, and suggests newcomers start with the Definitive Edition for a strong entry point.
Fans are buzzing that Fallout 3 is getting a remaster after leaked docs and corroborating reports, with an Unreal-like overhaul anticipated; Fallout: New Vegas Remaster remains unconfirmed and mostly speculative. Recent Steam quirks and an Amazon countdown fed hype, but explanations point to standard platform issues rather than concrete reveals.
A remaster or port of Kingdom Come Deliverance for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S is reportedly scheduled for February 2026, likely offering upgraded graphics and performance but not groundbreaking changes, coinciding with the game's eighth anniversary and following the release of its sequel.
The article highlights the best PS5 remakes and remasters of 2025, with 'Oblivion Remastered' earning bronze, 'Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles' silver, 'Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter' gold, and 'Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater' taking the platinum, each praised for their graphical updates, gameplay improvements, and nostalgic value.
Multiple reports suggest Bethesda is developing a remaster of Fallout 3, potentially similar to the recent Oblivion remaster, with no official details yet. The game, originally released in 2008, has been playable on newer consoles via backwards compatibility, but a dedicated remaster has not been announced. Bethesda is also working on Fallout 76, The Elder Scrolls 6, and Fallout 5.
A modding community has created a stunning 8K visual overhaul for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, showcasing impressive graphics that surpass the original, though the specific mods used remain undisclosed. The update highlights the game's potential for enhanced visuals through community efforts, with anticipation for a possible official remaster or further mod releases.
An analytics firm suggests that The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Chrono Trigger are prime candidates for remakes, with the former potentially benefiting from a remake due to outdated design, and the latter possibly receiving a remaster or remake to celebrate its influence. The list also includes other games like Ocarina of Time 3D and various remakes and remasters across genres.