With the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 steadily approaching, many players will be eagerly anticipating the games this new console will have to offer. As with any console launch, focus will be placed on the brand-new titles that are made for the system, as these games often stand as a signpost for what the future of players' gaming experiences will look like. That being said, the Switch 2 could also be an opportunity for older games to receive some much-needed remakes or remasters.
While not as exciting as brand-new releases, remakes and remasters could also be used as a selling point for the Switch 2. They offer a chance for Nintendo to demonstrate the new console's capabilities by showing how the hardware's updated power and performance can completely change and improve on classics. Moreover, remakes and remasters provide the opportunity for certain titles that have been left behind to gain some much deserved time in the spotlight, giving the chance for new players to enjoy these classic experiences.
It's surprising how both and have yet to be given the remaster treatment. The series has seen some of its biggest successes on the Switch with the release of the incredible and the revamped classic . Plus, with the upcoming release of, now would be the perfect time to capitalize on the series' newfound popularity.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's first trailer hinted that the series may finally answer a big question that has been teased for the last 18 years.
The additions of and could be important in maintaining 's success. Of course, both titles could benefit from the improvements made to the original game, including dual-stick controls and a complete visual overhaul. Moreover, it would prove to be a huge selling point for the Switch 2 to have the entire mainline series available to players, giving the new console a greater chance at success.
It's become tradition for new Nintendo handhelds to remake a generation, starting all the way back with the Game Boy Advance's.
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