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Beloved PS4 Action Game’s Upgrade Is Free on Xbox But Not PS5
THQ Nordic announced that Darksiders Warmastered Edition will receive an upgrade for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. While the upgrade is free for Xbox One owners, PlayStation 4 owners will have to pay $9.99 for the PlayStation 5 version. The game will also be available for purchase on both platforms for $29.99.
'There's a part of us wanting to kind of better ourselves, to elevate ourselves, to grow, to discover lands beyond us' — Edward Kenway's actor reflects on the journey of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, says 'There's a part of Kenway in all of us'
Actor Matt Ryan, who voiced Edward Kenway in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, reflects on the character's enduring influence and the upcoming remaster, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. The remaster will feature modernized controls, updated graphics, and new story content for current-gen consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, launching July 9.
'It's kind of humbling to come back to a project after all these years, to know that the fans love the game and they love the character so much' — Edward Kenway's actor speaks about revisiting the character for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Matt Ryan, the voice actor for Edward Kenway, discusses his return to the character for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. He describes the process of re-recording voice lines and performing motion capture for new story content, noting the need for slight vocal adjustments due to the passage of time. The upcoming remaster will feature improved graphics, modernized controls, and revamped stealth missions alongside the new story elements.
Primal Carnage: Evolution, A Remaster of 2015’s Primal Carnage: Extinction, Launches on May 28th
Primal Carnage: Evolution, a remaster of Primal Carnage: Extinction, is set to launch on May 28th for PlayStation 4, with support for higher resolutions on PS4 Pro and PS5. The asymmetrical multiplayer game features humans battling dinosaurs and includes new content, customization options, and microtransactions.
METRO 2033 & METRO: LAST LIGHT COMPLETE EDITION NOW AVAILABLE ON GOG
The original versions of METRO 2033 and METRO: Last Light Complete Edition have been re-released on GOG as part of their games preservation program. These classic titles are now playable on modern PCs with optimizations including controller support, unlocked resolutions, and improved framerates. This re-release celebrates the METRO franchise and the anniversary of METRO: Last Light's original launch.
METRO 2033 & METRO: LAST LIGHT COMPLETE EDITION NOW AVAILABLE ON GOG
The original versions of METRO 2033 and METRO: Last Light Complete Edition have been re-released on GOG as part of their games preservation program. These classic titles have been optimized for modern PCs with improved framerates, unlocked resolutions, and added controller support. The remastered Redux versions remain available on other platforms.
House Flipper Remastered Collection Packs Every Single DLC Into One Physical!
Silver Lining Interactive and Frozen Way are releasing the House Flipper Remastered Collection physically for PlayStation 5 in Q3 2026. This edition includes the remastered base game and all 10 previously released DLC expansions on a single disc, with pre-orders now open.
We Loved Oblivion Remastered, But One Year Later, It Still Has Big Problems
One year after its release, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, despite initial praise for its overhauled visuals and gameplay fixes, continues to suffer from significant bugs and performance issues. Post-launch support from Virtuos was minimal, with only two updates addressing crashes before the studio seemingly abandoned the game, leaving players dissatisfied and questioning Microsoft and Bethesda's commitment to supporting their remasters.
PS5 Ports of Hit PSP RPGs Announced, Out in 2026
NIS America has announced that The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure, originally released on the PlayStation Portable, will be ported to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 in 2026. These new versions will feature performance enhancements including 4K resolution, 120 FPS support, and HD texture overhauls with the option to switch between original and upscaled textures.
Warcraft 3 Legacy is finally back on Battle.net
Blizzard Entertainment has made Warcraft 3 Classic available again through the Warcraft 3: Reforged launcher, addressing long-standing player complaints. While Reforged had issues, including problems affecting the original game, subsequent patches have improved its stability. However, some custom maps still do not function correctly in the classic version when launched through Reforged.
Rockstar could be looking to create remasters of classic games
A recent job posting on Rockstar Games' official website suggests the company may be looking to remaster its classic titles. The posting seeks a Senior Gameplay Programmer to work on classic game technology, implying a potential focus on remasters.
The Outer Worlds Getting Delisted and Upgraded
The original version of The Outer Worlds will be delisted from Steam on May 27th. This change coincides with the upgrade of The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, the remastered version of the game.
Geppy-X Remaster Adds Toggle Between 1999 and Remastered Visuals
Publisher Bliss Brain and developer Implicit Conversions announced that the 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X will feature an option to switch between its original 1999 visuals and newly remastered graphics. The remaster includes re-digitized Betacam master tapes, upscaled visuals, and restored 24 FPS animation. Geppy-X will be released worldwide on July 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Remaster of 26-Year-Old PlayStation Exclusive RPG Leaked
A remaster of the 26-year-old PlayStation exclusive RPG, Tales of Eternia (also known as Tales of Destiny II), has been leaked via a PEGI rating for the Nintendo Switch. The action RPG, originally released on the PS1 and later ported to the PSP, may also be heading to PlayStation 5, though an official announcement is pending.
The Outer Worlds Will Offer Free PS5 Remaster Upgrade Amidst Delistings and Price Drops
Obsidian Entertainment announced that players who own the base version of The Outer Worlds on PlayStation 4 before May 27, 2026, will receive a free upgrade to the Spacer's Choice Edition on PlayStation 5. The original version will be delisted from most storefronts on that date, with permanent price drops coming to the Spacer's Choice Edition. New patches are also being released to address performance and gameplay issues in the Spacer's Choice Edition.
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X adds remastered vs. original toggle
The 70s-style robot anime game Geppy-X will feature a toggle allowing players to switch between the newly remastered visuals and the original presentation. This feature aims to provide a choice for players regarding the game's aesthetic.
Deleted leak of next Tales remaster does Bandai Namco's job for it, unexpectedly bringing a 26-year-old JRPG back…
A leaked age rating from PEGI has revealed the existence of a Tales of Eternia Remastered, an unannounced title from Bandai Namco. The listing for the 26-year-old JRPG was briefly available before being removed from the site.
Tales of Eternia Remastered Pops Up on Age Rating Website
Details for an unannounced remaster of Tales of Eternia have appeared on the European rating board PEGI. This suggests a potential re-release of the classic role-playing game is in development.
The next Tales Of remaster has leaked, and it's probably not what you're expecting
A leak suggests that Tales of Eternia, originally released in Japan in 2000 and later as Tales of Destiny 2 in the US, is the next game in the Tales series to receive a remaster. This 2D pixel art JRPG was previously a PlayStation 3 exclusive and also saw a PSP port in some regions. Bandai Namco has been actively remastering older titles in the series.
Tales of Eternia Remastered Rated for Switch by PEGI
A PEGI rating for the unannounced Tales of Eternia Remastered has appeared for the Nintendo Switch, suggesting an imminent announcement. The game, originally released for PlayStation in 2000, follows the story of Reid, Farah, and Keele as they journey across dimensions. This remaster follows a previous PSP port that was only released in Europe.