All the Video Game Remasters of 2015 (So Far)
Revisiting the past.
A whole bunch of HD remasters of older games have been announced this year. With the list constantly growing each month, it's certainly difficult to stay on top of it all. Here's a complete list of all the HD remasters that have been released or announced for 2015, as well as details on what has changed since their original releases!
Borderlands: The Handsome Collection
A compilation of Borderlands 2 and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel with upgraded graphical fidelity, four-player local multiplayer, and all previously released DLC. Also, it lets you transfer save games from last-gen versions to current-gen versions of the same console family. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, Xbox One)
Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D
An enhanced remake of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask for the 3DS that is decked out with graphical upgrades, stereoscopic 3D capabilities, touchscreen features, and a variety of gameplay tweaks that improve the original’s core experience. (Release Date: Out Now for 3DS)
God of War III Remastered
This remastered version of the third main installment of the God of War series features an upped resolution and frame rate. It also includes a Photo mode where players can capture screenshots mid-game. (Release Date: July 2015 for PS4)
Journey
The remastered version of Journey for the PS4 runs at 60fps and displays in 1080p. (Release Date: Summer 2015 for PS4)
Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin
Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin is a graphically enhanced version of Dark Souls II that sports reworked overall difficulty, new NPCs, an expanded storyline, an increase in the maximum players online in a single session, new enemies, and new item descriptions. All three previously released DLC packs are also included. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, Xbox One, PC)
Saints Row IV: Re-Elected
Saints Row IV has been upgraded to run at 60fps and display in 1080p. It also includes all single-player DLC expansions for the game. If you purchase the two-pack version of the game, it also comes with the stand-alone Gat Out of Hell DLC. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4 and Xbox One)
Resident Evil: HD Remaster
This remaster of the GameCube version of Resident Evil (which was itself a remaster of the original Resident Evil on PlayStation) features 1080p resolution, remastered 5.1 surround sound, and new options for controls and a widescreen ratio. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC)
DmC Devil May Cry: Definitive Edition
DmC Devil May Cry: Definitive Edition pushes the original game’s frame rate up to 60fps and displays the game at 1080p resolution. Gameplay has also been rebalanced along with the addition of new modes, all previous DLC, and leaderboards for all the new content. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, Xbox One)
Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition
On top of all the content from the original Devil May Cry 4, this remastered version of the game adds three new playable characters, new cutscenes, new modes, and sports improvements to the game’s tempo and balancing. (Release Date: Summer 2015 for PS4, Xbox One, PC)
Final Fantasy Type-0 HD
Final Fantasy Type-0 HD is a remastered version of a PSP Final Fantasy game originally only released in Japan. While there are no new additions to its core gameplay, the remaster does feature upgraded graphics and a new lower difficulty setting. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, Xbox One)
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster
This is a PS4 version of the Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster originally released on PS3. While much of the remaster remains the same, it does sport slight graphical upgrades over the last-gen version, as well as cross-save transfer support from the PS3 and PS Vita versions to the PS4. (Release Date: May 12 for PS4)
Xenoblade Chronicles 3D
Xenoblade Chronicles 3D is a 3DS remake of the Wii RPG of the same name. Outside of being a full-on port onto the 3DS, the game also features StreetPass functionality and Amiibo support with the Shulk Amiibo figure. (Release Date: Out Now for 3DS)
Homeworld Remastered
Homeworld Remastered is a collection that includes both the remastered and original versions of Homeworld and Homeworld 2. Along with updated graphics, each game’s playable races have been merged across the remastered versions, while an online multiplayer component has also been added. (Release Date: Out Now for PC)
State of Decay Year One Survival Edition
Year One Survival Edition improves on the original game’s visuals, includes its two previous DLC packs, and introduces added gameplay elements from previous DLC packs to the core game. (Release Date: April 28 for Xbox One)
Grim Fandango Remastered
Grim Fandango Remastered is a remake of the 1998 cult-classic LucasArts point-and-click adventure game. It features upgraded graphics, new analog control scheme, an orchestral soundtrack, and developer commentary. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, PS Vita, PC, Mac, Linux)
Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered
Heavy Rain developer Quantic Dream’s remastered version of Indigo Prophecy features new HD textures, controller support for computer versions, and the ability to swap between the old and new visuals at the press of a button. (Release Date: Out Now for PC, Linux, OS X, iOS)
Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty
A from-the-ground-up remake of PS1 cult-classic Oddworld: Abe’s Oddysee. It sports new graphics, a revamped control scheme, and brand new areas to explore. (Release Date: Out Now for PS4, PS3, Xbox One, PC, Mac)
Sayonara Umihara Kawase+
Sayonara Umihara Kawase+ is a remastered version of the third game in the Umihara Kawase series, which is a series of grapple hook platformers in Japan. Originally released on the 3DS, the PS Vita remaster runs the game at 60fps, includes new stages and leaderboards, four playable characters, and a port of the 1994 original Famicom game. (Release Date: Out Now for PS Vita)
Heroes of Might and Magic III: HD Version
This HD version of the critically acclaimed third main entry in the Heroes of Might and Magic series features updated graphics and widescreen compatibility. (Release Date: Out Now for PC)
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition is a remastered compilation that includes enhanced versions of Duke Nukem 3D: Atomic Edition and three expansion packs that feature upgraded graphics, Steam Achievements, and Steam Cloud support. The original version of Duke Nukem 3D is also included. (Release Date: Out Now for PC, Mac, Linux)
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