5 Great but Dated Games That Need Remakes

Shenmue I and II

Though HD ports of the original Shenmue games make more sense given today’s budgetary concerns for developers, the franchise would benefit more if the games had full-blown remakes.

Having amassed a cult following stateside since its inception during the Dreamcast era, Shenmue today feels disjointed and stiff in its gameplay. Aside from that, the series’ narrative is a bit strange for Western audiences. Seeing as how the industry as a whole has become much more global in nature since nearly two decades ago, it only makes sense for the would-be developers of these Shenmue remakes to try to appeal to as many people as possible.

In any case, a Shenmue revival in some shape or form is due soon, given Shenmue III’s release late next year.