12 Legendary Titles Getting a Modern Makeover Worth Playing

4. Dead Space Remake

Isaac Clarke’s original journey through the terror-filled corridors of the USG Ishimura set the gold standard for sci-fi horror. The 2023 Dead Space Remake raises that bar all over again. With rebuilt-from-scratch visuals, intensely improved atmospheric audio, and subtly expanded story threads, this remake isn’t just a technical upgrade—it’s a masterclass in how fear should feel on a current-gen console. The sense of dread has never been so real, thanks to dynamic lighting, extra environmental detail, and monsters that look even more grotesque in high definition. Veterans of the old game will notice a tighter narrative and smoother controls, making every Necromorph encounter both familiar and completely unnerving. New players will appreciate the accessibility features: variable text size, difficulty options, and helpful guidance systems that focus you on the action, not the menu screens. If you want to experience one of the most chilling stories in gaming but with none of the clunky design of 2008, this remake will keep you looking over your shoulder, even after you’ve put the controller down.