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10 Best Video Game Remakes of 2024
Video game remakes are becoming more popular as gamers become more nostalgic about past games. Many remakes are revamped versions of the original games, featuring fewer bugs and better graphics, visuals, textures, and other features. Some remakes also go all the way and overhaul the original versions from the ground up. 2024 was a particularly eventful year for remakes, with dozens of notable titles making big comebacks. The following ten best video game remakes of 2024 stood out from the rest.
10. Ace Attorney Investigations Collection
The best aspect of the Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is its composition of two games. The first is the spin-off starring prosecutor Miles Edgeworth. The second is the sequel, which was previously only available in Japan but is now available globally. The games feature several improvements, including an upgrade in graphics from pixelated art to a full 2D render. Moreover, they feature newly drawn assets, and players can easily switch between sprites and the drawn assets. Other new features include a music collection and art gallery. However, the gameplay doesn’t change.
9. Riven: Best Video Game Remakes of 2024
Riven is a first-person puzzle-adventure game. The original version launched in 1997. While it had a few moving images, it mostly featured static backdrops and images, with new static images and backdrops coming up when players moved. Moreover, players moved around by clicking. In contrast, the remake features a real-time 3D environment and smooth movement and exploration mechanics. It also has a few new features and an expanded story that unravels as you solve various puzzles and mysteries. You need a keen eye to solve the cunning puzzles and notice seemingly disparate clues.
8. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
The remake of Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed boasts better graphics and sharper visuals. It also has a few additional features, including new moves and abilities for Mickey. However, the gameplay is mostly the same, and it packs lots of adventure and a bit of exciting action. While the original game was available on Wii, this one is available on all platforms, including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
7. Sonic X Shadow Generations
Sonic X Shadow Generations is inspired by Sonic Generations, which celebrated all Sonic games over the years. This remake features one notable addition: Shadow the Hedgehog. Shadow is another hedgehog that often works with or against Sonic. The game features a new story for Shadow, which is parallel to Sonic’s story. Shadow’s part in the gameplay is essentially a collection of his previous adventures, but with a new twist: his arch-nemesis Black Doom. The adventure and action are epic, and you can explore new environments and battle new enemies.
6. Silent Hill 2 Remake
Silent Hill 2 was one of the most surprising games to make a comeback in 2024. The original version launched in 2001, and this remake improves on many of its aspects. The remake features sharper graphics, better lighting, and overall better visuals. Moreover, it switches from the fixed camera viewpoint to an over-the-shoulder viewpoint to let you see everything. It also features a more realistic, unsettling ambience and full voice-over acting for a more immersive experience. Most notably, the map is expanded, featuring new buildings and letting players enter previously inaccessible buildings.
5. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
The remake for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door takes full advantage of the Nintendo Switch’s advanced hardware and software. It features better graphics for spectacular visuals. Additionally, it has a new, grand music update that makes the gameplay experience more engaging. Other new features include cinematic lighting and entirely new localizations for English players. Most notably, the game introduces new sprites. However, the story and gameplay remain unchanged, retaining the game’s core charm.
4. DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
Dragon Quest III is a 2D classic. The remake doesn’t switch to a fully 3D environment. Instead, the game creates a mix of both 2D and 3D elements. The majority of the game is set in 2D graphics, maintaining the original experience. However, the entire environment is in 3D. Another interesting feature is that the sprites are in 2D but feel more like 3D, giving the game exceptional visuals. The remake also features an expanded story and adventure, giving you more than the original version’s 30 hours of gameplay. Moreover, the voice-over acting makes the gameplay feel more immersive, making it one of the go-to game remakes of 2024.
3. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
Romancing SaGa was one of the most popular RPGs back in the day. Romancing SaGa 2 was one of the best instalments, hence its remake into Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven. The original version was in 2D. In contrast, the remake is fully 3D and boasts spectacular visuals, but it still retains the original game’s charming looks. It also features an almost full voice-over acting for a more immersive experience. Moreover, the turn-based combat system is epic and features a few new moves and abilities.
2. Persona 3 Reload
Persona 3 Reload feels like a whole new game, albeit it retains many of the original version’s features. Notably, Persona 3 was a pivotal installment in the Persona series, turning it from a spin-off to a stand-alone series. Interestingly, this remake adapts the combat mechanics, graphics, and characters of Persona 5. The sharper graphics and quality-of-life features make the visuals spectacular and give Tartarus a more realistic look. The game also features a few new cutscenes and unexpected twists in the emotional story.
1. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
