Shinji Mikami and Goichi Suda Spill the Beans on Liberation

As the release date approaches for the much-anticipated Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered on October 31, 2024, legendary developers Shinji Mikami and Goichi Suda share insights about the remaster during an interview. The discussion reveals that the remaster incorporates a New Game Plus mode, allowing players to revisit the game with all their upgrades, and features visual enhancements such as 4K resolution and 60fps on modern consoles. Suda explains that their collaboration goes back to their work on Killer7, and the remaster aims to fulfill player requests from the original title, such as additional costumes. The duo also hinted at their upcoming projects, with Mikami establishing his new studio Kamuy Inc.

Goichi Suda indicates that offers to port Shadows of the Damned began arriving about eight years ago but were initially hindered by the game's exclusivity on EA's Origin platform. After aligning with NetEase Games, the remaster became feasible, leading to its announcement and subsequent development with creative freedom.

Shadows of the Damned originally launched in 2011 and developed a cult following for its unique blend of horror and humor. Combining creative storytelling with a stylish aesthetic, the game left a mark on the action-horror genre. With its remaster, fans can expect enhancements while new players will discover a unique gaming experience that highlights the creative prowess of Mikami and Suda.