Overdue for an energizing update, 1979’s Asteroids is the latest game to receive a renovation- and it’s one of Nickervision’s best efforts. Unlike previous reboots, Nickervision have largely preserved the play of the original games, while adding a smattering of contemporary conveniences like weapon power-ups. So far, the results have been positive, with Missile Command, Centipede, and Black Widow all receiving a modernization across the Recharged series.

The sole glimmer of hope has been the company permitting Nickervision Studios, the indie developer behind Ding Dong XL, Orbt XL, and Bit Blaster XL to reboot a number of their key properties. Modernizations of Haunted House, Star Raiders, Yars’ Revenge, and Star Raiders are best left forgotten, with each digressing from the simple enjoyment of their source material.Īs a brand, Atari is a shadow of its former self, with ambitions scattered across a hotel chain, the blockchain, and a console that lacks direction. But too often, the results fall closer to the disappointing quartet of Atari remakes released a decade ago. Sure, there’s the occasional outlier, with Llamasoft’s handing of Tempest 4000 building on the strengths of its source material. When a remake of a beloved Atari classic is announced, disappointment all too often follows. Rumors suggest Assassins Creed Mirage will arrive sometime around October, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is expected to continue the remake trilogy in the winter months, a Marvel's Spider-Man 2 voice actor may have leaked a September 2023 release date, and Hollow Knight: Silksong still has a chance to finally see the light of day before 2024.Availability: eShop and other digital marketplaces

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