Release Details
The highly anticipated physical release of The Thing: Remastered is set for June 25, 2025, on PS5 and Nintendo Switch. Following its digital debut in late 2024, fans can now preorder two editions of the game at major retailers.
Available Editions
Players can choose between:
- The Thing: Remastered Deluxe Edition – Priced at $50, this edition includes:
- Steelbook case
- Two sew-on patches
- Captain Blake’s ID card replica
- Poster
- Collectible tuck-in box
- The Thing: Remastered – The standard edition costs $30 and includes the base game on a cartridge or disc, without any extras.
Gameplay Improvements
This remaster enhances the original 2002 game, featuring improved textures, animations, and quality-of-life upgrades. Players can expect to experience 4K resolution and up to 120fps on PS5. The game includes 20 levels filled with monsters, aiming to deliver a tense atmosphere supported by a chilling soundtrack.
Comparison with Other Remasters
The Thing: Remastered follows a trend in the gaming industry, joining other recent remasters like Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1&2 and Tomb Raider I-III. This trend emphasizes both nostalgia and modern gaming enhancements.
For more details, visit the source: GameSpot.