Remakes and remasters are vital as many games show their antiquated side a few years after their release. The opportunity to replay your favorite classics is a dream come true. We can name dozens of games that deserve remakes and remasters, yet licensing issues might prevent this from happening.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2 are being remade by Vicarious Visions, the company behind the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. As far as remakes go, Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a masterpiece. It was rebuilt from the ground up, with an overhaul to graphics and minor gameplay changes. These are ten games to remake after Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2.
10 Excitebike
Whether it's Excitebike or the sequel game Excitebike 64, there is plenty of incentive to develop a remake. Excitebike is a dirt biking game that was the best in its class. The simplicity of the original is why a remake and not a remaster is necessary. However, a remake would be an excellent idea that most of us would entertain. Rebuilt from the ground-up, an Excitebike remake would be too awesome.
9 Need For Speed: Most Wanted
Arguably the most sensational racing game from the Need for Speed series,Need for Speed: Most Wanted is a street racing dream come true. It offers a great deal of car customization and possibly the most adrenaline-filled races we've seen in a car racing game.
If you wanted a fresh experience, try changing the gear shifting from automatic to manual. The change in gameplay is a night and day difference. This is one remake possibility we can't overlook.
8 NFL Street And NBA Street
Back when developer Electronic Arts was in the biz of making street sports games, NFL Street and NBA Street were the top of their game. The games faired well with critics, and they were smashing successes with the general public. NFL Street and NBA Street took a spin on American football and basketball, respectively.
A remake from the ground-up is in high demand. These two classics exaggerate the reality of sports, bringing something only possible in video games. NFL Street and NBA Street are what video games are all about; bringing an experience like no other.
7 WWF: No Mercy
The Nintendo 64 was host to a variety of wrestling games, but WWF No Mercy stood out as a masterpiece. The intuitive meter for special attacks also acts as a health meter for your character. Condensing special attacks and health into one meter ensures that the screen doesn't become overcrowded like in many other wrestling games.
WWE 2K20 is a game that proves newer isn't always better. A WWF No Mercy remake would be widescreen, leaving more space for gameplay and less for distracting meters.
6 NBA Jam
One of the first games in video game history to feature fully licensed NBA teams was a game-changer. NBA Jam featured the most realistic NBA gameplay at the time and was a highly enjoyable game. Released on platforms such as the Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo Entertainment System, the game was well-received by critics.
Interestingly enough, Godzilla and Bart Simpson were going to be secret playable characters. Ultimately, this idea was scrapped, but an NBA Jam remake could make this happen.
5 3 On 3 NHL Arcade
Released for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, 3 On 3 NHL Arcade is a hidden gem that everyone needs to play. It's more than a hockey game, as it takes a new spin on the sport. It's kind of like NBA Street, but for hockey. The fast-paced, heart-pounding nature of the game makes games competitive yet full of surprises. This is one game that demands a remake or a sequel. The former might work better in this case.
4 Tecmo Super Bowl
This retro American football game released way back in 1991. It is one of the most influential games in its sport. The controls are simple, but the appeal is limitless.
Chances are, this game was before your time, which is why many people won't bother to go back and play it. Not only is getting your hands on a working Nintendo Entertainment System unlikely, but finding a copy of Tecmo Super Bowl is a dubious undertaking. Remake this classic to give fans and newcomers alike what they deserve.
3 Duck Hunt
Duck Hunt is an iconic game that graced the Nintendo Entertainment System back in the '80s. The game was bundled with a Nintendo Zapper, which was used to shoot targets on the screen. There is certainly pent-up demand for Duck Hunt because of its nostalgic value.
According to mentalfloss.com, "Seth Rogen casually tweeted that most of us have been playing the game all wrong for the past three decades." In the tweet, Seth Rogen revealed the Duck Hunt is actually a two-player game! Using the second controller, a player can control the duck. It's a shocking revelation that has us wondering what we were doing all those years.
2 WWE SmackDown! Here Comes The Pain
WWE SmackDown! Here Comes The Pain was the culmination of WWE's Attitude Era. It concluded the era that saw the biggest surge in popularity for the sport. Featuring legendary wrestlers like Stone Cold Steve Austin, Goldberg, The Rock, and The Undertaker, the game highlighted many of its wrestlers in their prime.
According to sportbible.com, "Game developer Bryan Williams has dropped a shock tease that WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain could receive a remastered version." If validated, it will mark a historic day for the WWE franchise.
1 Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 And 4
A flood of interest for the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2 remake indicates the same for later sequels. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4 have more refined gameplay mechanics, even if the first two have a more nostalgic appeal. Vicarious Visions is well-known in the remake realm. We can't forget that they put together the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. Chances are, they'll remake these games eventually.
Why stop at Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 and 4? Plenty of players are waiting for Tony Hawk's Underground and other games from the series to be remade.