Rockstar Gamesis one of if not the most popular studios in the gaming industry, notably for the creation of theGrand Theft Autoseries and a few other titles which followed shortly after. Whilst fans have been desperately waiting for any major news regarding their next entry into the series, there are also some other IPs many would wish to see remade with the technology atRockstar’s disposal today.
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Despite rumors of Rockstarshelving plans for remasters ofprevious titlesamongst their plethora ofgames, the possibility for future remakesstill remains as seen with theGrand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Editionremasters, and fans of the studio would certainly be on board.
6The Warriors
For many new players who are not so familiar with Rockstar’s older entries,this is a title which was critically acclaimedat the time of its release onPlayStation 2. Considering its “Beat-‘Em Up” genre, it featured some of the more engaging hand-to-hand combat any Rockstar game up has shown till this day, giving each of its characters a unique set of moves.
With the massive growth and the advancement in technology as we see in their modern day titles such asGrand Theft Auto 5andRed Dead Redemption 2, a remake of this title would be rightly justified. Not only will it give players who have never had a chance to get their hands on the game a greater way to experience it, but it would also add to the catalog of blockbuster titles Rockstar are currently famous for.
5Manhunt Series
These are some of Rockstar’s titles which are oftenlabeled the most controversial, given the levels of violence portrayed within them. So much so, that at the time ofManhunt 2’s release, the game was banned in countries across the world including the United Kingdom.Red Dead Redemption 2also suffered the same fate after it was banned in Saudi Arabia due to its violence and nudity.
If Rockstar has any intention to remake any of these two titles, there are multiple ways they can go about doing so. Whether they maintain the levels of violence portrayed or choose to censor some or most of it, it would be beneficial for fans of the studio of have not played the title and also hold interest for those who are familiar with these games.
4Bully
Bullyis one of the more unique games Rockstar Games have made over the years, and maintains a much less brutal and mature tones their other titles contain. Many fans have called for a remake of the game after its increased popularity, and an insight into what would have been asequel which was allegedly canceled.
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Given the major focus on the development ofGrand Theft Auto 6, it is more unlikely that fans will have their wanted reunion with this title, but is not out of the question. If Rockstar’s wish is to revamp this title to its full potential, fans would be highly appreciative, and even more, so if followed by a sequel.
3Grand Theft Auto (GTA 1)
The kick-starter for Rockstar Games (Rockstar North at the time),Grand Theft Automust receive a remake. As the first game released by the studio in 1997, not many players of the newer entries would be familiar with this game, and is an unlikely title for gamers to revisit. Given its over-the-top camera view, and the gap between the game’s features in comparison toGTA 4and5, a revamp of the title is desperately required.
For some, a remake would be viewed almost as if it was an entire new title, and the introduction of all the current features of their modern titles. Leading as the studios first game, it is only reasonable for Rockstar to produce a faithful reconstruction giving fans the opportunity to allow fans to experience the game in the best manner possible.
AfterRed Dead Redemption 2’s release in 2018, players were able to experience a level of realism and open-world quality no other Rockstar title has achieved before. Based on rumors, this was one of the titles which were in line for a remaster until focus was shifted toGTA 6. Despite this, it could turn out to be good news later down the line, as Rockstar may change motives to suit a full remake forRed Dead Redemptionrather than a remaster.
If this does turn out to be the case, the most important thing for Rockstar would be to implement all the aspects which madeRed Dead Redemption 2the critically acclaimed title that it is, which would ultimately enhance the great gameRed Dead Redemptionstill is.
1Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
As one of the titles amongst the collection of remasters within theGTA Trilogyand itsdisappointment amongst fans and critics,San Andreasremains one of the more requested remakes from fans and players of the franchise. GivenGTA 5’s locations andmaintenance of “Grove Street”, Rockstar already have some groundwork laid down for a potential remake.
This would see many of Rockstar’s current innovations in recent games implemented withinSan Andreas, and with the game having the longest playtime in the series, players would grasp at the opportunity to play through it once more or even for the first time. Seen as one of the best games of all time especially within the era of PlayStation 2, Rockstar would be doing their fanbase a great service in showing more love to a well-known classic.
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