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Do We Need HD Remakes?

"The recent release of Fable Anniversary and the general rise in the popularity of high-definition makeovers in recent years got me thinking; are HD remakes of video games really necessary?"

Gamespresso's Steve analyses whether or not HD remakes have a place in our industry; if they are just a waste of time and resources or if they are actually extremely efficient.

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Jackhass4476d ago

I don't mind 'em. It can be hard to go back to SD gaming after you've had HD. Even games I really like can be hard to look at.

Yi-Long4476d ago

Yes, we need HD-remakes, but developers should put the effort in and make them worth it, instead of just half-assing it for a lazy quick buck.

MadLad4476d ago

Yeah.
Just upping the resolution isn't enough. Especially if it's more than a $20 compilation release.
It's not hard to implement the higher res textures that the original release's textures were based off of and then adding a few other graphical touches.
It goes a long way for fans and newcomers alike.
That said, the rare 'Halo:Anniversary', though few and far between, are normally fantastic and is what I feel developers should really try for with a re-release.

TomShoe4476d ago

As long as good studios are in charge of them.

We need good studios like Bluepoint and Sanzaru, and not teams like (ugh) Nihilistic.

For context:

Bluepoint: PSASBR, ICO, Flower, Titanfall

Sanzaru: R&C, Sly Cooper, Sonic Boom (lol)

Nihilistic: Resistance, CoD: Declassified

gazgriff2k124475d ago

yep need shenmue 1&2 and skies of arcadia hd please sega

cervantes994476d ago

HD remakes are great for those who like them - like me.

Just another gaming option that is all. These types of things are usually outsourced to 2nd or 3rd tier devs so AAA games do not take a backseat to HD remakes.

I like my games to look good on my 60" LED not a blurry mess.

Braid4476d ago

Give me the HD remake for the original Metal Gear games on MSX2, and then you can stop doing remakes for eternity and I'd be fine with that.

porkChop4476d ago

HD Remakes are great. HD Remasters are not, as they still look like ass just with smooth edges.

DxTrixterz4476d ago (Edited 4476d ago )

It's good when you don't have older consoles. I really enjoy playing Hitman, Devil May Cry and Metal Gear Solid on my Xbox 360 in HD.

Oh I just read the article. It's about HD remakes not HD remasters. LOL my fail. Anyway I like remakes and remasters as they allow me to relive all those great gaming memories.
BTW where is my Morrowind remake huh Bethesda?

Matt6664475d ago

I wouldn't call DMC a HD remake though it looked the same as the ps2 versions

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‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Emerges From the Mist on GeForce NOW

Ubisoft's highly-anticipated 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' launches on GeForce NOW, leading 11 new titles joining the cloud.

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Fable Anniversary gets 70% discount in time for new game’s reveal

Fable Anniversary is seeing a generous 70% discount after the next game's reveal at the Xbox Showcase.

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Fable: The Greatest Game Concept That Never Was

The Fable series is one of our favorite gaming franchises. Heres what we want from the rumoured sequel

ColdSin2133d ago (Edited 2133d ago )

Microsoft announced Fable Legends at Gamescom 2013, not E3 2013. I'd like for the new Fable to have the same artstyle as Fable Legends.

Zoned2133d ago

Thanks for that. I agree, definitely like the art style, but that's it. Nobody wanted Fable Legends!

moongrim2133d ago

How about Fable II Remastered for the pc please?!

RaveTears2133d ago

I would honestly buy the Xbox series S just for Fable 2 remastered or a remake.

moongrim2133d ago

I've never played it so I'm like dying over here.

Zoned2133d ago

Fable II was probably the best of the series. It had its flaws but overall was definitely a step in the right direction. Fable III was a huge misstep in comparison

RaidenBlack2133d ago

I was disgusted with Fable III

RaidenBlack2133d ago (Edited 2133d ago )

Yeah ... its an odd situation ain't it?
MS released Fable 1, Fable 3 and Fable 1 Remastred for PC.
Skipping the best one in the franchise.
Same goes for Gears: GoW, GoW Remastered, Gears 4 and Gears 5 are on PC.
And Halo: The entire Halo MCC and Halo Infinite will be on PC. But no Halo 5.

Zoned2132d ago

Definitely agree but you lost me with Halo 5. That was my least favourite Halo game (out of the Halo numbered titles)

RaidenBlack2132d ago

Yea, same here. Only liked the visuals of Halo 5 (that too on an One X, it doesn't look that good on the One S)

But what I meant was, MS is releasing every Halo game on PC from 1 to Infinite, except 5. Which is a bit odd.
Coz the free Halo 5-Forge was quite popular in PC community during its release.

porkChop2133d ago

I never got to play it because I sold my 360. It should have been remastered.

The only thing I can think of is if after the release of Fable Anniversary they decided to take the series in a different direction. They might not want the new game to be associated with the older ones.

sushimama2133d ago

Well lets hope Microsoft are going to announce a new Fable. The MS fans deserve a great Fable game. If it is announced and the gameplay looks cool, this might convince me to get, at least a Series S. It would be my very first Xbox console.

Zoned2133d ago

I would definitely buy an Xbox Series X if a 'proper' Fable sequel were to be revealed!

RgR2133d ago

You mean Fable fans.
Don't have to be an MS fan to want Fable but you definitely need to be a Fable fan to want a new Fable game.

RgR2133d ago

Kicking chickens! That was fun....hope modern society doesn't ruin it for a next installment.

chiefJohn1172133d ago (Edited 2133d ago )

Hell no Fable legends is NOT what we wanted.
Fable 2 is what we want outta Fable. Remake Fable 2 please.

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