The trend of video game remakes, which offer more than just graphical updates and aim to reimagine classic experiences, shows no signs of slowing down. These projects often aim to retain the core appeal of their predecessors while sanding away rough edges and making them accessible on modern hardware. As the number of announced remakes grows, it's becoming increasingly challenging to keep track of them all.
Several notable remakes are slated for release in the coming months and years. Nintendo is bringing back Star Fox with an enhanced remake of Star Fox 64, subtitled simply Star Fox, featuring improved visuals and new cutscenes. It's set to launch on June 25.
Ubisoft is revisiting one of its most celebrated titles with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, arriving July 9. This remake boasts dramatically improved graphics and performance, a rebuilt combat system, and new story missions. Meanwhile, Halo Studios is developing Halo: Campaign Evolved, a full Unreal Engine 5 remake of the iconic Halo: Combat Evolved campaign, notable for being the franchise's first foray onto PlayStation. It will include co-op options and new story missions, with a release date of July 28.
Further into the year, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC receives a remake as Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter on September 17. This version promises enhanced visuals and gameplay, alongside new playable characters and mini-games, serving as another entry point into the series. October 1 will see the release of Rayman Legends Retold, which reimagines the 2013 platformer's distinct 2D art style in 3D using Ubisoft's Snowdrop Engine, adding new music levels and quality-of-life improvements.
Looking ahead to 2026, Danganronpa 2x2 will offer a remake of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair with visual enhancements and a substantial new murder game scenario. Gungrave G.O.R.E. is also set to receive a remake in 2026 as Gungrave G.O.R.E. Blood Heat, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 with a revamped combat system, enhanced cinematics, and new characters.
The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is also slated for 2026, though details remain scarce beyond a cinematic teaser. Lara Croft's original adventure returns as Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis on February 12, 2027, built in Unreal Engine 5 with modernized gameplay. Persona 4 Revival is scheduled for February 18, 2027, aiming to bring the critically acclaimed 2008 title to modern platforms, likely in the vein of Persona 3 Reload.
Square Enix is preparing Final Fantasy VII Revelation for Spring 2027, the conclusion to its remake trilogy, introducing faster world exploration via the Highwind airship, fully playable Cid and Vincent, and a new FITS system for outfit-based abilities. Frostpunk 1886, a reimagining of the 2018 city-management game, is set for 2027, featuring Unreal Engine 5 visuals and new content. Capcom's next Resident Evil remake will be Code: Veronica, also expected in 2027, promising graphical and gameplay overhauls along with new narrative elements.
Several other highly anticipated remakes are currently without firm release dates. Fate/Extra Record will rebuild the PSP dungeon-crawler with updated graphics and a more strategic combat system. Santa Monica Studio is reportedly working on a God of War Trilogy Remake, which would encompass Kratos' Greek saga. Remedy Entertainment and Rockstar Games are partnering on a remake of Max Payne and Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne, combining both titles into a single release for current-gen consoles and PC.
The remake of Presentable Liberty, a 2014 narrative adventure, is being created in tribute to its original developer, featuring expanded worldbuilding and improved gameplay. Bloober Team is entrusted with the Silent Hill Remake, following their successful take on Silent Hill 2. Ubisoft Toronto is developing a Splinter Cell Remake from the ground up using the Snowdrop Engine. The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake has faced development challenges but remains in production. Lastly, CD Projekt Red is overseeing a remake of the original The Witcher, developed by Fool's Theory in Unreal Engine 5, making Geralt's debut accessible to a new audience.