Reboots, Remasters, Definitive Editions, Special Editions.
Call it what you will, older games from previous generations are always making a comeback.
Some of these games aim to please the hardcore returning players while others are for introducing
new players to the series.
In this upcoming games preview, we're looking at a handful of games that introduce better
graphics and better gameplay for series that we've seen at least once before.
Let's take a look at the upcoming reboots and remasters of 2015 and 2016.
Uncharted Nathan Drake Collection The Uncharted Nathan Drake collection is the
ultimate package for those who want to prep for Uncharted 4.
Nathan Drake is the quintessential action hero who always has a one liner for every
time he cheats death.
The collection includes all three games: Drake's Fortune, Among Thieves, and Drake's Deception.
So you'll not only get to learn about his origin story, but also all the hardships he
faced along the way.
Running in 1080p with new PS4 trophies, and a photo mode, it's best for gamers who didn't
get to play the original series on PS3.
The collection releases on October 9th and also provides access to the Uncharted 4 mutliplayer
beta.
Gears Of War Ultimate Gears Of War Ultimate Edition is truly the
best option for Gears fans.
Returning into the role of Marcus Fenix, a disgraced former war hero hero, players will
blast through all three of original gears games in 1080p 60 frames per second with remastered
7.1 Surround Sound.
Gears has never looked or sounded better.
But there's also tons of new content.
There's 90 minutes of new campaign content.
New Xbox Live achievements, Concept art and digital comics unlockables.
Movement has been updated with improved controls specifically programmed for the Xbox One.
The latest features from Gear Of War 3 are added with Enemy spotting, multiplayer Tac-Com,
and improved sensitivity customization.
The multiplayer has been revamped with 60 frames per second performance, dedicated servers,
skilled based matchmaking, and new game types.
These new game types include Team Deathmatch, King of the Hill, and 2v2 Gnasher Execution
which can be played across 19 maps including all DLC and PC Exclusive maps.
There will also be 16 unlockable Gears Of War 3 characters for multiplayer progression.
This should hold Gears fans over until Gears 4.
Dishonored Definitive Edition Dishonored Definitive Edition brings back
the original game with improved graphics and several DLC add ons.
Including the Dunwall City Trials and two story based add-ons.
The Knife Of Dunwall and The Brigmore Witches.
Dishonored Definitive Edition releases August 25th on PS4 and Xbox One.
Darksiders 2 Deathinitive Edition Darksiders 2 Deathinitive Edition is the full
game with all DLC offering a total playtime of more than 30 hours.
Darksiders 2 returns in glorious 1080p resolution.
The graphics have been revamped for better lighting and shadows as well as improved and
reworked level, character, and environment graphics.
There have also been small tweaks to the game balancing and loot distribution so gameplay
will be slightly different and overall more accessible to new players.
Darksiders 2 Deathinitive Edition releases on October 6 on PS4 and Xbox One.
Prototype Biohazard Bundle Prototype Biohazard bundle includes Prototype
1 and 2 and it's probably the most disappointing remaster.
It runs in 1080p but has no new features, only has a digital release, and early reports
are saying that the framerate actually runs lower than the previous gen consoles.
If you are really a hardcore fan, you can pick it up on Xbox One and PS4 digitally.
Hitman The new Hitman reboot has you entering a world
of assassination.
You play as the returning Agent 47 and you have access to many of the same tools of the
trade.
However this game is leaning more towards the gameplay of Blood Money, with it's open
ended scenarios and non-linear approach to missions.
New to the series is an ongoing rollout of content.
Hitman is considered a �live� game meaning new content will be released continuously
after the game launches.
Certain events will be time sensitive meaning if you miss a contract, it's gone forever.
Hitman launches on PC, PS4, and Xbox One on December 8.
Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced Edition Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced Edition brings
lot of new changes to the console version.
The game was originally known for combining old school PC role playing game roots with
co-op centric turn based action.
And it shows how a good game company can respond to criticism.
The most important change is the addition of local split screen co-op.
This is something the devs always wanted but weren't able to implement in the original
game.
Another major change is that they revised the dialogue and added voice acting.
The lack of voice acting really hurt the storytelling in the original game.
Luckily there will also be a PC version including support for Windows, Mac, Linux, and SteamOS.
Divinity: Original Sin Enhanced Edition releases on October 27 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
Need for Speed The upcoming Need For Speed reboot is being
developed by Ghost Games.
It will feature deep customization, authentic urban car culture, a nocturnal open world,
and an immersive plot.
The overall focus is on deeper levels of car culture than any previous Need for Speed title,
and is centered around the player's vehicle.
The look, tone, and real-world level of detail of this title is being shaped by EA's own
car culture community called Speedhunters.
The collaboration with Speedhunters is in regards to research, authenticity, and development
of the title's urban car culture with past, present, and emerging trends.
Need For Speed releases November 3rd on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
Rare Replay To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Rare brings
together the adventures of its iconic characters in a collection that spans the decades.
From its earliest 2D classics to Xbox 360 triumphs, Rare Replay delivers a gaming treasure
trove for veteran players and newcomers alike.
It's 30 different games for $30 which is a huge value for Rare fans.
And it's not just games from the Xbox era, many of these games go back to the company's
origins on the ZX Spectrum.
Some of the biggest games include Banjo Kazooie, Perfect Dark, Conker's Bad Fur Day, Killer
Instinct Gold, Battletoads, and Jet Force Gemini.
Banjo Kazooie, Banjo Tooie, and Perfect Dark will be ports from the Xbox 360 HD versions.
Perfect Dark Zero and Banjo Kazooie Nuts & Bolts will retain their multiplayer features from
Xbox 360.
The compilation also includes a documentary feature called �Rare Revealed� which has
over an hour of footage describing the history of the studio and the development of several
major games.
It includes concept art and information about unreleased Rare games as well.
Another interesting feature is called �Snapshots� where players can play small segments of the
game as challenges such as collecting a set amount of points in a set amount of time in
a set scenario.
Rare Replay releases on August 4th for Xbox One.
Star Wars Battlefront Star Wars Battlefront is a reboot of the old
Star Wars: Battlefront series.
It looks as though the force is definitely back as Battlefront promises to be a unique
space shooter that offers huge environments and interesting gameplay dynamics.
An interesting feature is the ability to switch between first person and third person views,
which can be done at any time seamlessly.
Star Wars: Battleground also offers character customization and lets the user upgrade weapons,
gear, and abilities throughout the game.
This is Star Wars, so EA Dice has paid plenty of fan service.
Players can travel to canon established planets like Hoth and Tatooine, while they can also
unlock and play as famed characters like Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and more.
For the bulk of the single player game you can play as either a Rebel Alliance solider
or an Imperial Storm Trooper, and as such your progress through the story will differ
depending on which side of the good vs. evil fence you sit.
Multiplayer will include 12 different maps at launch, with 40 players able to engage
together in one match.
Battlefront launches November 17th on Xbox One, PS4, and PC.
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