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Nightdive hints at The Thing remaster - horror fans rejoice

Jun 06, 2024 11:13 AM

Nightdive Studios is making waves with a possible remaster of "The Thing," a lesser-known video game sequel to John Carpenter's 1982 horror film. The PS2, Xbox, and PC original game, released in 2002, advanced the story beyond the movie's ambiguous ending and combined third-person shooter mechanics with survival horror. While not officially confirmed, fans are eagerly anticipating updates from the upcoming IGN Live event. Nightdive has a history of revitalizing classic games for modern platforms, and a remaster of "The Thing" could bring this cult favorite back into the spotlight.

What is Nightdive Studios known for?

Nightdive Studios is renowned for preserving and remastering classic video games, bringing them to modern systems with enhanced features. Their portfolio includes games like Turok 3 and Star Wars: Dark Forces.

"The Thing" joins a list of games inspired by the iconic 1982 film. The original game continued the movie's storyline, introducing new plot elements and characters while retaining the tense atmosphere and survival horror mechanics that made the film a standout in the genre. By delving into unexplored narratives and enhancing gameplay for modern audiences, a remaster could offer a fresh experience while honoring the game's legacy.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-06-06 11:42:03
A remaster of The Thing by Nightdive Studios sounds like a fantastic way to breathe new life into this cult classic, especially considering their track record with revitalizing old gems. If they can retain the eerie tension and compelling survival horror of the original, this could be a real treat for both fans and newcomers alike.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-06 11:30:04
Man, if Nightdive pulls this off, The Thing remaster could be an epic revival of a hidden gem They’ve got a solid track record, so fingers crossed we get to relive that intense survival horror action on modern consoles.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-06-06 11:24:03
Nice to see Nightdive Studios tackling The Thing — their knack for breathing new life into classics could really shine here. If they manage to capture the original's creepy atmosphere while updating it for modern platforms, we could be in for a real treat
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