When the Xbox One first released, it didn't offer the backward compatibility it does now. And since the competition didn't support it either, a lot of developers realized the sudden potential of remakes and remasters. Many such remasters have been released since 2013 on Xbox One. Some are good like the new Saints Row: The Third Remastered, and some of them are pretty embarrassing, like Mafia 2.
With the growing list of these classic games that are now available on Xbox, it is imperative to know which one of them is worth playing. Especially for the gamers who have not played them before.
10 Shenmue 1 & 2
Shenmue series is a cult classic action-adventure and is almost two decades old at the time of this writing. That's a long time. The game maybe a little rusty, especially when it comes to the gameplay mechanics, but do not let that be the deciding factor when buying this masterpiece. This does what a lot of other remasters fail at, and it brings the players back to the era it was built in. It's not been modified with engine based details. Instead, it is the same game, but with a better resolution scale and performance. It is everything that a Shenmue fan would want.
9 Bioshock: The Collection
How does someone beautify something that's already perfect? Bioshock is a cult-classic first-person shooter of the Xbox 360/PS3 generation. It also features one of the best storylines ever told in a video game and is critically acclaimed for that. The remastered version of Bioshock looks much better visually and performance-wise. It contains all the previously released games and DLCs, making it a complete package. With boosted visual fidelity, this is the best way to experience the series on Xbox One, making it a must-own FPS remaster.
8 Metro Redux
Metro is a series of first-person shooters set in a post-apocalyptic world where people are surviving in underground tunnels. The games were visual benchmarks on Xbox 360 and PC when released, and the remaster makes the same versions twice as good. The games are optimized and beautiful in almost all aspects, including controls, lighting, textures, and performance. Metro Redux runs at a buttery-smooth 60fps on Xbox One and is undoubtedly a unique title worth playing.
7 Resident Evil HD Remaster
Similar to Shenmue,Resident Evil 1 is a cult classic game that is over two decades old. And Capcom has brought it back to life without changing the core of the game. The HD Remaster has much better 3d models, character textures, lighting, graphics, and is a complete overhaul of the original.
However, the gameplay is still as it was before, which is a good thing because the game shows the players what made Resident Evil such a classic. Resident Evil HD Remaster is a must-play for horror fans.
6 Burnout Paradise Remastered
The genre of arcade racing is slowly becoming less popular, but that does not mean that there is a shortage of fans for the still hungry for it. Burnout Paradise is the best racing game of 2008, and it is now available on Xbox One. There isn't much changed in the remaster, except the framerate and the resolution. The intuitive and smooth driving of the game now feels even better. Almost all racing fans should try this game, especially the party mode.
5 Borderlands: The Handsome Collection
Beyond being a great looter-shooter experience at their collective core, Borderlands: The Handsome Collection also serves as a great selection of co-op games. For starters, the games are straightforward and offer an absurd arsenal of weaponry. They also weave together a fun, action-packed storyline that is best experienced with a group of friends. Borderlands: The Handsome Collection contains Borderlands 2 and The Pre-sequel with all their DLCs. The only game missing from this collection is the original Borderlands, but despite how fun the original is, the next two games are equally impressive.
4 Dark Souls: Remastered
Dark Souls is an action-RPG with elements of a dungeon crawler. Released in 2011, Dark Souls is already a cult classic, and chances are everyone has heard of it and the fact that it is a tough game. Dark Souls: Remastered is a must-try for RPG fans who haven't played it as well as for those who want to replay it.
The remastered version adds to the overall ambiance with better visuals and textures. With all the fixes and updates included, Dark Souls: Remastered is more balanced than the original, making it a must-own RPG on Xbox One.
3 Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare defined the first-person multiplayer action of the 360 era, winning many awards and becoming the household name it is today. The remaster of the original game is built for current-gen consoles and has up-to-date visuals. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered is worth experiencing since it is a complete overhaul of the graphics and lighting. The remastered version adds to the cinematic action of the original while keeping the pace of the game totally intact.
2 Gears Of War: Ultimate Edition
Gears Of War: Ultimate Edition is a remaster of the original Gears of War game. It looks way better than before and runs remarkably smoother. There are new details and content in the remaster, making it worth experiencing on the Xbox One, including five new chapters that were not part of the original. Ultimate Edition focuses on building the same game experience on the new game engine, with remade in-game cutscenes. This remaster is the most robust way of experiencing the thrill of the original.
1 Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Halo: The Master Chief Collection is another sign that Microsoft understands the love fans have for the classics. The Remaster contains all the major games from the Halo series, from Halo: Combat Evolved to Halo 4. All the games look better than before now with updated visuals and audio. It's also likely one of the most cost-effective remastered collections of nostalgia-rich classics, packing in an incredible amount of content into one definitive package.