Siliconera has a great take on the concept of Microsoft bringing back classic franchise titles that conjure up feelings of nostalgia. Of course it doesn't have to be 2D to get the treatment either (Perfect Dark anyone?). Many game franchises of old found their reawakening on the original Xbox, after all. With a lot of people clamoring for unique and innovative titles (instead of yet another World War II shooter and GTA clone), this may be the next best alternative.They've compiled a list of five games they'd love to see resurrected with an all new next-gen look on the console. For starters, Bonk would be a great candidate for its appeal to the kiddies. The caveman-powered platformer would expand the 360's reach into a broader audience. Then there's Battletoads: Microsoft could take this classic to the bank, especially since they happen to own Rare.
Don't forget the potential in Snatcher/Policenauts which was the brainchild of Metal Gear Solid mastermind Hideo Kojima. The last two prospects on the list invoke just as much longing to see them turned into 360 material. Strider and Chrono Trigger both hold high merits, and the latter might even improve the marketability of the Xbox 360 in Japan. So the real question here is, what'd they miss? Are there any other great franchises you'd like to see get resurrected on the Xbox 360?
1. Wing Commander!!
Posted at 1:13PM on Feb 17th 2006 by Anonymous 0 stars