Imagine this scenario: you’re navigating an icy, isolated base in Antarctica, and any one of your friends could turn into a horrifying creature at any moment. While that might sound like your worst nightmare, it’s essentially the thrilling premise of the newly released remaster of ‘The Thing’, a classic game originally for the PS2.
Last year, gaming fans finally got their hands on the long-awaited System Shock remake from Nightdive Studios. Fast forward to June this year, and the studio announced another exciting project: a remaster of ‘The Thing’. Originally developed by Computer Artworks, this game serves as a continuation of John Carpenter’s iconic 1982 film. Initially slated for a 2024 release, fans were kept guessing about its release date until yesterday, when Nightdive unexpectedly dropped it for the public. The remaster is now available on a variety of platforms including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. So, no matter your gaming preference, you’re all set!
Nightdive Studios has outdone themselves by refining character models, textures, and animations. They’ve also incorporated cutting-edge 3D rendering to enhance lighting and atmospheric effects. They’ve pulled out all the stops to ensure that this suspenseful and gruesomely detailed remaster captivates today’s gamers. In this sequel, you’ll step into the shoes of Captain J.F. Blake, leading a special forces rescue team on a mission at the mysterious Outpost 31 in Antarctica. Your main challenge? The ever-present threat of The Thing. The twist is that any NPC in the game might suddenly become this terrifying creature, keeping you constantly on your toes.
The game features a fascinating trust system, where your squad’s suspicions can turn deadly—if they suspect you’re The Thing, they might just turn their weapons on you or other NPCs. The original game had some issues with this feature, occasionally leading to dead ends if your teammates became too wary. It’ll be interesting to see if Nightdive has ironed out these bugs for a smoother experience.
Overall, it’s shaping up to be an exhilarating revisit to a much-loved classic, breathing new life into it for both old fans and newcomers alike.
