The upcoming remaster ofRise of the Triadis now said to be coming out in early 2023 for Switch, PC, and last-gen consoles. Since the original game was released in 1995, with the shareware version coming a year before, it’s becomeone of the bestDoomclones of all time. It was also quite innovative, especially in the early days of the genre, with its multiple character choices and destructible in-game assets. It’s quite the cult release, so no doubt many gamers are looking forward to the re-release.
TheRise of the Triadremaster was announced in 2020and was said to be getting launched in 2021. Obviously, that didn’t happen, but now there is at least a better idea of when players can get hold of it. The project is being worked on by Apogee Software, who developed the original release. A recent trailer gives some insight into what fans can expect next year, including 4K resolution, “ludicrous” fps, a new map, and remastered cutscenes.
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The remaster has been given the subtitle “Ludicrous Edition.” As well as being helmed by Apogee Software, it’s also being worked on by Nightdive Studios, who many will know for their previous work on remastering classics. Nightdive is also developing theremake ofSystem Shock, so the team is no stranger to reviving beloved retro titles. The game is also being published by New Blood Interactive, a studio that is responsible for bringing the world retro-style indie titles likeGloomwoodandUltrakill. As such, it seems likeRise of the Triadis in safe hands.
Thegaming world is currently in a golden age of remakes and remasters, with some older titles being given a new lick of paint to make them feel more modern, while others such asCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogyhave been rebuilt from the ground up. There are also the official remakes ofDead SpaceandResident Evil 4which are due out soon, so there’s a lot to look forward to for those who want to relive some of their favorite classics.
As for the originalRise of the Triad, it didn’t quite get the recognition thatDoomandQuakegot, which are considered among themost innovative FPS games ever, but it has enjoyed cult status and made an impact on the genre back in the 90s. At least now, those who remember the original can play an upgraded version, and those who didn’t can experience it for the first time.
Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Editionis coming early 2023 for PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.
