Nightdive Studios has officially revealed The Thing: Remastered, a new version of the 2002 movie adaptation. Additionally, in a recent interview, they teased some other games they would like to remaster at some point.
The Thing is a 1982 movie, directed by John Carpenter. The film is a beloved sci-fi horror classic that has received several reboots and adaptations. One of those adaptations is the 2002 squad-based third-person shooter survival horror game, simply titled The Thing. Nightdive Studios will be remastering the game alongside the recently announced Killing Time: Resurrected.
The Thing: Remastered Announced, Trailer Released
Nightdive Studios has revealed The Thing: Remastered, a port of the 2002 survival horror movie adaptation. They’ve also shown a new trailer for the upcoming game. Currently, the release date for the remaster is unknown. However, the game will be available on both PC and consoles. The game is available to wishlist now on Steam. Check out the first trailer below:
The key features of the remaster are as follows:
- In 20 frightening levels, lead your team against terrifying monsters, from the scuttling head-spiders and human-like walkers to gigantic multi-tentacled beasts.
- Advanced trust/fear interface adds a new level of interaction – How you influence your teams psychological state determines whether or not they will co-operate with you.
- Experience brand new dynamic lighting, specular mapping, shadows, depth of field complemented by improved models, textures and environments to create a deep level of immersion.
- Use awesome firepower like machine guns, explosives and flamethrowers to torch your enemies.
- Brand new Achievements.
- Quality of Life gameplay enhancements to improve your experience.
- Choose multiple paths to solve problems that lie ahead and accomplish goals.
Further, in an interview with Larry Kuperman, the Director of Business Development at Nightdive, the company stated other games they would want to remaster at some point in the future. These are Deus Ex, Outlaws, and Arx Fatalis. Only time will tell if Nightdive will ever get a chance to remaster these classic titles.
Lastly, The Thing: Remastered will release at some point on both PC and consoles.
