Even though people had mixed reactions when it came out, Blade Runner is now considered a modern classic. The fact that every futuristic/cyberpunk form of media essentially copies the film's setting is proof that it was ahead of its time. These days, people love Blade Runner and its acclaimed sequel Blade Runner 2049, which got nominated for several Oscars, so it's interesting to see an old game based on the first movie get a remaster.
Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition is a remaster of the 1997 game and will be coming out for the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. This remaster will be coming out later this year so fans of this game have something to look forward to if anything else.
Nightdive CEO Stephen Kick had this to say about Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition (via The Hollywood Reporter):
"Blade Runner is still a jaw-dropping achievement on every level, so while we're using KEX to upgrade the graphics and respectfully elevate the gaming experience in a way you've never seen before, we're still preserving Westwood's vision and gameplay in all its glory. While you can enjoy the benefits of playing the game on modern hardware, the game should look and feel not as it was, but as glorious as you remember it being."
If you're a fan of Telltale Games or those classic Monkey Island games, you'll be happy to know that this is one of those classic point-and-click adventure games. Nightdive Studios is promising a number of improvements, including updated character models and animation, along with widescreen support.
Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition comes out later this year.
Read: Cyberpunk Fans are Celebrating Blade Runner Day
Explore new topics and discover content that's right for you!
Cyberpunk