Ji@nBing Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 I'm baffled as to why we're not getting more of these. Re-Armed sold ridiculously well (better even than the retail version), proving that there is a huge demand for this kind of thing. Contra, Sonic, Road Rash, ect.. are all screaming for HD remakes. I know we just got Turtles, but that's no Contra, ect... and frankly I don't think anyone was asking for it. I'm sick of them just making an emulator and then tossing old games into it. I mean, that's fine and I know it costs them next to nothing to do it, but make an HD version of some of them as well. You don't think an HD Sonic remake would sell in the millions? Why isn't Sega on this?!?! What do you guys think? Am I alone in this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unrealistic Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 Sonic sonic sonic sonic sonic sonic sonic sonic....... sonic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Teej Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 Well, as for Sonic 2 HD, a fan team is already doing that: http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showforum=42 Also, here's some pictures for those who just want to see what it looks like. As for other HD remakes, well, it's not easy to be perfectly honest. Plus, how many people would *really* buy it? I bet Turtles in Time won't reach 1 million downloads, that's for sure. I'm not even sure something iconic like SMB 3 would sell that well as an HD remake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shakey Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 Altered Beast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael1406 Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 I know about SorR, but Streets of Rage HD Remix (remixed music perhaps?) would suck the money from my bank account for sure. As for Sonic, 2DHD games are the only option left really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ji@nBing Posted August 13, 2009 Author Share Posted August 13, 2009 Well, as for Sonic 2 HD, a fan team is already doing that: http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showforum=42Also, here's some pictures for those who just want to see what it looks like. As for other HD remakes, well, it's not easy to be perfectly honest. Plus, how many people would *really* buy it? I bet Turtles in Time won't reach 1 million downloads, that's for sure. I'm not even sure something iconic like SMB 3 would sell that well as an HD remake. Well, like I said people weren't exactly crying out for a Turtles remake. I'm kind of baffled as to why they chose it to do, actually. That said, again, look at BC. That sold a ********, proving that if it's a "big name" game like that and if it's done well, HD remakes will sell quite well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Teej Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 But honestly, I can't think of 5 titles people are clamouring an HD remix for. The only game I can think of, really, is Ocarina of Time. Most of the time, it's a case of a developer starting it and the publisher trying their best to make people want it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunknMunky Veteran Posted August 14, 2009 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2009 Some things are best left the way they were, can you imagine remaking your favourite albums? Totally ruins the "magic". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
:: Lyon :: Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Well it looks like LucasArts is going thorugh this path. Their latest HD remake on the monkey island game was a hit :) and there are rumors that the X-Wing is going to have a re-make too. that'd be sweeeeeeet!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Warwagon MVC Posted August 14, 2009 MVC Share Posted August 14, 2009 2D HD Metroid game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ji@nBing Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share Posted August 14, 2009 Some things are best left the way they were, can you imagine remaking your favourite albums? Totally ruins the "magic". I dunno. With albums I feel it's different because redoing it doesn't really bring anything new to it. An HD remake updates the graphics, giving you a fresh perspective on a classic. With a classic, you've probably already played it so much that you don't get much enjoyment out of going back and playing it again anymore. Remaking it in HD gives you a chance to enjoy the game again in a "fresh" way. Using BC again, there was just something really neat about playing that game again, all dressed up. I'd LOVE to see that with a Sonic or a Contra or such. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyLarry Veteran Posted August 14, 2009 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2009 I actually think there are to many of these games honestly. To me there have to be and very well are still plenty of fresh new ideas out there for games themselves, so I would personally rather see any development spent towards new IP's, not the same ones over and over. I already feel the Gaming Industry is dangerously close to becoming to "Hollywood," meaning nothing but sequels and "blockbusters" being made, so I really think it is a very important time to not only be supportive of but also wanting fresh new ideas. And honestly I still feel, no matter how much I may love good visuals and graphics myself, that game-play is game-play, and if it played good then, it will play the same now. Ironically though some of these remakes do not even play as good as the originals IMO, so I really am not all that crazy about them all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayepecks Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Some things are best left the way they were, can you imagine remaking your favourite albums? Totally ruins the "magic". I'd rather have a HD remake than the old version 90% of the time, personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deletedxyz Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I'm sure everyone agrees when I say that THE must have is an HD remake of Deus Ex. I always imagine that it would have the graphics of Chronicles of Riddick while retaining the same fantastic gameplay and story telling. The "HD remake" of Half Life 1 is still in the works. >_> The dev team did say that it would come out later this year. I don't think it will be because it doesn't feel like it has enough marketing by gaming communities Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayepecks Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I'm sure everyone agrees when I say that THE must have is an HD remake of Deus Ex. I always imagine that it would have the graphics of Chronicles of Riddick while retaining the same fantastic gameplay and story telling. Nope, I don't agree with you. There are plenty of other games I'd prefer to see with upgraded graphics before that. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGeorge Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I actually think there are to many of these games honestly. To me there have to be and very well are still plenty of fresh new ideas out there for games themselves, so I would personally rather see any development spent towards new IP's, not the same ones over and over.I already feel the Gaming Industry is dangerously close to becoming to "Hollywood," meaning nothing but sequels and "blockbusters" being made, so I really think it is a very important time to not only be supportive of but also wanting fresh new ideas. And honestly I still feel, no matter how much I may love good visuals and graphics myself, that game-play is game-play, and if it played good then, it will play the same now. Ironically though some of these remakes do not even play as good as the originals IMO, so I really am not all that crazy about them all around. Thats my problem with remakes: Lazy ass devs that don't take the time to do things right and end up shipping a sub-par product. Look at the TMNT 2 remake that was just released. This game wasn't pushing any barriers when it came to complexity back when the title was released in the arcade. It was a simple, yet fun game that was a classic to alot of us. Ubisoft devs ended up cutting out animation, butchering the music and didn't even bother to make sure vsync was enabled before shoving it out the door. While its not a terrible game, it was an oppurtunuty lost. Bottom line: If you're going to take up the task of remaking a classic game, please do it right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ji@nBing Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share Posted August 14, 2009 I actually think there are to many of these games honestly. To me there have to be and very well are still plenty of fresh new ideas out there for games themselves, so I would personally rather see any development spent towards new IP's, not the same ones over and over.I already feel the Gaming Industry is dangerously close to becoming to "Hollywood," meaning nothing but sequels and "blockbusters" being made, so I really think it is a very important time to not only be supportive of but also wanting fresh new ideas. And honestly I still feel, no matter how much I may love good visuals and graphics myself, that game-play is game-play, and if it played good then, it will play the same now. Ironically though some of these remakes do not even play as good as the originals IMO, so I really am not all that crazy about them all around. You would have a good point if we were talking about full retail games here, but we're not. Something like XBLA/PSN is the PERFECT place for these kinds of things. It's all about inexpensive, fun little games that you can pick up and play and not take too seriously. An HD remake fits that bill perfectly IMO. A trip down nostalgia lane with a fresh coat of paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunknMunky Veteran Posted August 14, 2009 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2009 But all of the remakes you've quoted you liked, or even the ones you don't, haven't been inexpensive at all. I mean, TMNT Re-shelled was supposed to be 1200 points, SF2THDR was also 1200, as was MvC2 and so on.. People these days are always complaining about the prices of XBLA/PSN games and will opt to wait for them on the XBLA weekly deals instead. @Ayepecks, disagreeing with me again? I'm shocked :laugh: Owning and playing the original will always beat the remake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ji@nBing Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share Posted August 14, 2009 I dunno. I complain about the prices myself, but it really depends on the game. In MvC2's case, I feel like $15 for what's essentially a quick port isn't worth it. Same with TMNT. I mean, I guess it's a cool game and all, but it's not exactly considered one of the classic all time games like Sonic or Contra. I'm not saying the effort they put into it isn't worth $15, it's just I don't think that game really needed and HD remake and I don't care about it enough to spend $15 on it. At the same time I'd be more than willing to pay $15 for BC:RA, and it would be the same if they made a Sonic or such of that quality. Besides, in the case of Sega and Konami, what else are they doing on XBLA/PSN other than dumping old games into emulators? Wouldn't you rather spend $5 more and get a version that's been updated to HD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Audioboxer Subscriber² Posted August 14, 2009 Subscriber² Share Posted August 14, 2009 /mandatory FF7 mention To be honest most 2D games hold up fine, it's the early day 3D games like FF7 that age horribly. Orcarina of Time has held up fine due to stylistic approach, any early 3D game that tried to realistically depict human characters will look like ass nowadays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unrealistic Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Well, as for Sonic 2 HD, a fan team is already doing that: http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showforum=42Also, here's some pictures for those who just want to see what it looks like. The problem with their team is they spent countless hours arguing over one ****ing pixel to capture a 1:1 feel for HD graphics. I submitted a few things to them, but from the looks of it, this game is still years off. I'm hoping Sega beats them to the punch to get them moving at a quicker pace. Some things are best left the way they were, can you imagine remaking your favourite albums? Totally ruins the "magic". Plenty of bands do this...it's called a "Remaster." :p Some turn out excellent, while others turn out to be ****. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayepecks Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 @Ayepecks, disagreeing with me again? I'm shocked :laugh: Owning and playing the original will always beat the remake. Not really sure what you're referring to, since we seem to be 50/50 when it comes to things. Don't get so bent out of shape. (Y) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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