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Ecco the Dolphin: Complete Includes Old-School Ecco and a Brand New Game
A&R Atelier and Sega have announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a package that includes all versions of the original Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco the Dolphin: The Tides of Time, alongside a brand-new contemporary Ecco game. The collection will feature built-in speedrunning support, achievements, and leaderboards, with meta quests spanning across all titles. A release date and platforms have not yet been announced.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete collection revealed
A collection titled Ecco the Dolphin: Complete has been revealed, featuring Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, alongside a new contemporary Ecco game. The collection aims to preserve the original games while introducing a new experience for the modern era. Release dates and platforms have not yet been announced.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete announced
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a remaster collection that will include all versions of the classic Ecco the Dolphin games. Further details about the collection's platforms and release date are expected soon.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete announced
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a package that includes remasters of the original Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, alongside a brand-new contemporary Ecco game. Developed by original team members including creator Ed Annunziata, the package aims to be a definitive Ecco experience with features for players, streamers, and speedrunners. Further details on release date and platforms are yet to be confirmed.
Fallout: New Vegas Sequel Was Discussed at Obsidian, Says Former Senior Designer
Former Fallout: New Vegas senior designer Chris Avellone revealed that Obsidian Entertainment discussed a sequel to the game. Avellone also commented on the unlikelihood of a remaster due to Bethesda's engineering capabilities, though recent acquisitions by Microsoft could potentially facilitate future collaboration between the studios.
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Review | Console Creatures
Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta is a polished remaster of Falcom's 2012 action RPG, bringing its fast-paced, party-based combat and sense of adventure to the Nintendo Switch. While the narrative may not reach the emotional heights of other entries, the core gameplay loop, character variety, and exploration systems remain compelling, making it a strong entry point for newcomers to the series.
Game History and Preservation
A former Obsidian Entertainment Chief Creative Officer stated that Bethesda lacks the necessary engineering expertise to remaster Fallout New Vegas. This discussion touches upon the challenges of game preservation and the technical requirements for updating older titles.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Signals Retro Studios’ Big Return
Nintendo is releasing Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16, 2025, for the Nintendo Switch. This remaster of the 2010 Wii title, developed by Retro Studios, includes all 80 original levels plus content from the 3DS version. The release highlights Retro Studios' significant contribution to the Donkey Kong franchise, following their work on the Metroid Prime series.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Officially Revealed, But It'll Skip Switch 2
Ubisoft has officially revealed Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, confirming a July 9, 2026 release date for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. The game will not be launching on Nintendo Switch 2 at this time, despite Ubisoft's recent support for the platform with other titles. The original Assassin's Creed Black Flag has reached over 34 million players.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Will Finally Be Revealed This Week
Ubisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will be revealed this week, with a dedicated showcase on April 23rd. The event is expected to provide gameplay details, platform confirmation, and a release date for the remaster. The article also speculates on a potential Nintendo Switch 2 release, referencing the successful port of Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Gears of War Reloaded: A New Benchmark in Cross-Platform Action
Gears of War: Reloaded, a remaster of the classic Xbox shooter, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Steam, featuring full cross-play and cross-progression. The game boasts native 4K resolution, a 60 FPS campaign, and 120 FPS multiplayer, with enhancements to lighting, textures, and advanced upscaling technologies. The PlayStation 5 version specifically leverages the DualSense controller for enhanced immersion.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Trailer Revealed, Super: Resurrection F Seemingly Teased
Toei Animation has revealed a new trailer for the upcoming anime series Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, set to premiere in Fall 2026. The trailer also teases an enhanced version of the Resurrection F arc. Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will feature newly produced footage, updated visuals and sound, and a reconstructed narrative, building upon the original Dragon Ball Super anime.
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Sails Back to PS5 This July
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on July 9th, offering a visual upgrade to the beloved 2013 title. This remaster aims to enhance the game's narrative and character development, particularly Edward Kenway's journey, with modern graphical fidelity and atmospheric details. The release is seen as a timely return to character-driven storytelling within the Assassin's Creed franchise.
2 Prince of Tennis Otome Games Appear in July 2026
Konami announced that two Prince of Tennis otome games, The Prince of Tennis Sweet School Festival ~♡-40 and more…~ and The Prince of Tennis Doki Doki Survival ~eternal passion! Tie break ♡game~, will be released in English on July 30, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and PC. These are digital-only remasters of existing PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS titles, each priced at $49.99.
The Prince of Tennis: Sweet School Festival and The Prince of Tennis: Doki Doki Survival remasters launch July 30
The remastered versions of the otome visual novels The Prince of Tennis: Sweet School Festival and The Prince of Tennis: Doki Doki Survival are set to launch on July 30. These remasters bring updated visuals and features to the beloved titles.
The Classic is Back: Outlive 25 Has a Launch Date for Late April
Continuum Entertainment announced that Outlive 25, a remastered version of the original real-time strategy title, will launch on PC via Steam on April 30, with CriticalLeap as publisher. The remaster includes updated graphics, audio, a redesigned interface, online multiplayer, and balance adjustments based on community feedback. The original game, Outlive, was released in 2000 and published in North America and Europe by Take-Two Interactive.
Warhammer Classics Is Bringing Over 20 Old Warhammer Games To Steam
SNEG and Games Workshop have launched Warhammer Classics, a collection bringing 27 remastered classic Warhammer games to Steam. These titles, previously lost to old hardware, have been updated for modern PCs while retaining their original gameplay. The collection aims to preserve Warhammer's gaming legacy and introduce it to a new audience.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve devs detail first-person aerial combat and world of Strangereal
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will feature first-person aerial combat and support co-op and cross-play. The article also discusses the desire for full PlayStation VR2 support and a potential remaster of older Ace Combat titles, including the Xbox 360 exclusive Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation.
Darkstone, a classic 1999 action RPG about eating apples and trying not to die of old age, is being remastered by its…
The 1999 action RPG Darkstone is receiving a remastered version titled Darkstone Restoration, developed by original creator Paul Cuisset. The remaster promises improved stability, compatibility, and quality-of-life features, with potential additions like modernized networking and a new Quest Editor. Darkstone Restoration will launch in early access on PC, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
Tales Fans Are Fed Up as Hyped Anniversary Announcement Falls Flat
Fans of the Tales series are expressing disappointment over the lack of significant announcements for its 30th anniversary. A recent reveal of 188 original illustrations created by ufotable and Production I.G. was criticized for not being a new game or anime project, especially after previous hype. This follows a perceived apathy surrounding recent remasters like Tales of Berseria Remastered and Tales of Xillia Remastered.
