Best Remake games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated remake games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals remake games are available at the bottom of the page.
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PAC-MAN™ Championship Edition DX+
It's time to gear up!Get ready for more ghost chain gobbling and frantic action in PAC-MAN® CE-DX+! The award-winning chomping game makes a shattering debut on Steam with even more content and a refined user-interface to compare high scores with your friends!
Castle of Illusion
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.
DuckTales: Remastered
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
Rise of the Triad
Apogee Software and Interceptor Entertainment proudly present the rebirth of the cult-classic first-person shooter, “Rise of the Triad”. Bigger, better and more ludicrous than ever before.
Shadow Warrior Classic Redux
The definitive version of the cult classic shooter, Shadow Warrior Classic Redux features remastered visuals and two massive expansion packs. Corporations rule every facet of life in a near-future Japan and employ Shadow Warriors, one-man armies of unparalleled skill, to protect their power and forcefully remove all opposition.
The Night of the Rabbit
Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.
La-Mulana
LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.
Age of Empires II (Retired)
Age of Empires II has been re-imagined in high definition. With the release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this product will not be updated further.
Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition
Also known as Out Of This World™, Another World is a pioneer action/platformer that released across more than a dozen platforms since its debut in 1991. Along the years, Another World™ has attained cult status among critics and sophisticated gamers alike.
Ys I & II Chronicles+
Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition
The classic adventure returns! Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition includes the original Baldur’s Gate adventure, the Tales of the Sword Coast expansion, and all-new content including three new party members.
Painkiller Hell & Damnation
Evil has returned! Demonic powers are manifesting themselves as a myriad of dark creatures, fighting over the fates of imprisoned souls caught in Purgatory.
Death Rally
Load your guns, start your engines...THE CLASSIC IS BACK! Brought to you from Remedy, renowned developers of Max Payne and Alan Wake, Remedy's Death Rally classic top down racer is back, stronger and more vicious than ever.
Avernum: Escape From the Pit
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Ys: The Oath in Felghana
An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.
Jagged Alliance - Back in Action
A contemporary remake of the much-loved series of turn-based mercenary-themed strategy games.
Cave Story+
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Nancy Drew®: Secrets Can Kill REMASTERED
Play the Game that Started the Award-Winning Series!
Runaway: A Twist of Fate
Runaway: A Twist of Fate is the adventure game of the year! Featuring a production worthy of a big 2D animated movie, Runaway follows a story full of twists and turns, and packed with comical highlights. All in all, you will be confronted with more than 200 mysteries and puzzles to keep your brain running through a big adventure that you...
Myst: Masterpiece Edition
The classic Myst experience with point and click controls, released as a remaster to the original in 2000. Enter a world where nothing is as it seems... and adventure knows no bounds!
Monkey Island™ 2 Special Edition: LeChuck’s Revenge™
Wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood, and the now zombie pirate LeChuck, return in what has long been considered one of the greatest LucasArts adventure games of all time.
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a visually upgraded and fully Steam supported remake of the original high-adrenaline single-play and 16-player co-operative arcade-action FPS and Gamespot's Game of the Month!Most played remake games on Steam
Take a look at the top remake games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 2025.
1. Resident Evil 2
A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2. Resident Evil 2 is a zombies, survival horror and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 24th 2019 has received 170,478 reviews of which 165,329 were positive and 5,149 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played remake game, thanks to its 1,289 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
165,329
5,149
1,289
players
2. Black Mesa
Relive Half-Life. Black Mesa is a fps, remake and action game developed and published by Crowbar Collective. Released on March 06th 2020 has received 124,102 reviews of which 118,226 were positive and 5,876 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 554 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among remake games based on player count.
9.4
118,226
5,876
554
players
3. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy
Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy is a 3d platformer, adventure and dragons game developed by Toys for Bob and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on September 03rd 2019 has received 20,251 reviews of which 19,039 were positive and 1,212 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 382 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among remake games based on player count.
9.2
19,039
1,212
382
players
4. Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory! Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy is a 3d platformer, remake and platformer game developed by Vicarious Visions and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on June 29th 2018 has received 17,849 reviews of which 16,526 were positive and 1,323 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 337 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played remake games.
9.0
16,526
1,323
337
players
5. Resident Evil
The game that defined the survival-horror genre is back! Check out the remastered HD version of Resident Evil. Resident Evil is a survival horror, zombies and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 19th 2015 has received 26,358 reviews of which 24,232 were positive and 2,126 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. With 229 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played remake games.
9
24,232
2,126
229
players
6. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and fantasy game developed by Square Enix and DotEmu SAS. and published by Square Enix. Released on September 17th 2014 has received 2,914 reviews of which 2,447 were positive and 467 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played remake games.
8.1
2,447
467
63
players
7. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a adventure, 3d platformer and cult classic game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 23rd 2020 has received 16,596 reviews of which 15,612 were positive and 984 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played remake games.
9.2
15,612
984
61
players
8. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on May 27th 2014 has received 3,271 reviews of which 2,697 were positive and 574 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played remake games.
8.0
2,697
574
60
players
9. Trials of Mana
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D. Trials of Mana is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on April 24th 2020 has received 5,421 reviews of which 4,978 were positive and 443 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played remake games.
8.9
4,978
443
33
players
10. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Embark on a magical journey in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed! Shape your adventure with the stroke of a brush and transform Wasteland as Mickey Mouse in this beautifully recreated 3D platformer. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a action-adventure, remake and 3d platformer game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,113 reviews of which 1,051 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played remake games.
8.9
1,051
62
31
players
Best deals on remake games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of remake games available on Steam right now, updated on April 19th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted remake games.
1. Panzer Dragoon: Remake
A new, remade version of the Panzer Dragoon game – true to the original, with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards! Panzer Dragoon: Remake is a action, adventure and casual game developed by MegaPixel Studio S. A. and published by Forever Entertainment S. A.. Released on September 25th 2020 has received 821 reviews of which 651 were positive and 170 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 90% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for remake category.
7.5
651
170
-90%
20.99€
2.09€
2. DuckTales: Remastered
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike. DuckTales: Remastered is a platformer, adventure and remake game developed by WayForward and published by Capcom. Released on August 13th 2013 has received 7,341 reviews of which 6,433 were positive and 908 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 76% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in remake games.
8.5
6,433
908
-76%
13.79€
3.31€
3. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy
Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy is a 3d platformer, adventure and dragons game developed by Toys for Bob and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on September 03rd 2019 has received 20,251 reviews of which 19,039 were positive and 1,212 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 75% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in remake games.
9.2
19,039
1,212
-75%
39.99€
9.99€
4. Castle of Illusion
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic. Castle of Illusion is a platformer, adventure and remake game developed by SEGA Studios Australia and published by SEGA. Released on September 04th 2013 has received 3,859 reviews of which 3,501 were positive and 358 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.7
3,501
358
-75%
13.12€
3.28€
5. Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure! Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap is a platformer, adventure and action game developed by Lizardcube and published by DotEmu. Released on June 08th 2017 has received 2,405 reviews of which 2,043 were positive and 362 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 70% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.2
2,043
362
-70%
19.70€
5.91€
6. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Embark on a magical journey in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed! Shape your adventure with the stroke of a brush and transform Wasteland as Mickey Mouse in this beautifully recreated 3D platformer. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a action-adventure, remake and 3d platformer game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,113 reviews of which 1,051 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 65% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.9
1,051
62
-65%
59.97€
20.99€
7. Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory! Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy is a 3d platformer, remake and platformer game developed by Vicarious Visions and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on June 29th 2018 has received 17,849 reviews of which 16,526 were positive and 1,323 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for remake games.
9.0
16,526
1,323
-60%
39.99€
15.99€
8. Trials of Mana
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D. Trials of Mana is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on April 24th 2020 has received 5,421 reviews of which 4,978 were positive and 443 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 59% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.9
4,978
443
-59%
49.66€
20.36€