9 remakes that will make history in 2026

THE game remakes They often tend to be great news and well received, at least when we talk about classics, something that doesn’t always happen in the world of cinema, where unfortunate releases occur. Proof of this is that players spend twice as much on remakes as on remasters, as confirmed by a study.

Gems like Resident Evil 2 (2019) and Silent Hill 2 Remake (which has just arrived on Xbox) demonstrate this, without forgetting more recent titles like Metal Gear Solid Delta or the new version of Oblivion. It is a trend that will continue, as shown remakes announced for 2026.

Yes, because 2026 will be a year with a good handful of remakes on the way, as 2025 already was, starting with Halo’s debut on PS5 until the supposed return of Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag.

There are also other remakes that, despite already being in development, are unlikely to arrive next year: Silent Hill 1 Remake, The Witcher Remake, Splinter Cell Remake any Star Wars KOTOR Remake are some examples.

Fortunately, there are some remakes that have been confirmed for release in 2026, and now we’re going to tell you which ones are the most anticipated.

These are the 9 remakes that will make history in 2026 with its arrival on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC (in many cases, playable on Steam Deck or ROG Xbox Ally X).

Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag Remake

The fourth Assassin’s Creed will return in the form of a remake in early 2026. It’s not official yet, but there are already many leaks that suggest that Black Flag resynced (that’s what it would be called) exists.

This new version would again follow in the footsteps of the pirate Edward James Kenway between the end of the 17th century and the beginning of the 18th century, but with Updated graphics, new RPG mechanics and other changes compared to the 2013 original.

The highlight would be the new approach as an open world RPGmore similar to Assassin’s Creed Shadows than the original title, and giving special importance to maritime exploration.

In the absence of Ubisoft officially announcing, Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag Remake is an open secret which will become a reality on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC before March 31st.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined

More than 25 years after the release of Dragon Quest 7 on PlayStation (which we didn’t sample here) and after a first remake (Fragments of a Forgotten World) for Nintendo 3DS, this classic RPG will return in 2026 with a new version.

It’s about Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, a major update to one of the best JRPGs of all timewith a redesigned technical section, more polished mechanics, beautiful settings and some adjustments to the story.

An intrepid young man, son of fishermen, embarks on an epic journey beyond the island kingdom of Estarda to discover the Mystical Sanctuary and more secrets at the ends of the world. And the best part is that it’s right around the corner!

Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake

One of the scariest games in history, Project Zero 2 will receive a full remake in 2026 to resurrect the ghost saga, with a spectacular staging that will chill your blood.

Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake tells the story of Mio and Mayu, two sisters who enter a cursed city full of ghosts. To defend themselves against them they only have the Black Chamber.

AND a remake that includes new mechanics (both sisters can hold hands), controls adapted to today’s times, renewed graphics and more intense combat. Additionally, it will arrive on Game Pass on day one.

Gothic remake

The classic RPG released by Piranha Bytes in 2001 will return with a new remake which is also in development by Barcelona studio Alkimia Interactive. After years of delays, we will finally be able to enjoy it in 2026.

Gothic Remake is an exciting journey that begins in the Valley of Mines, as an unknown prisoner who will end up being the key to the future of the kingdom of Myrtana, under the watchful eye of King Rhobar II.

Just like the original, this new version offers an RPG experience of a lifetime: third-person combat, upgrades and leveling up, exploration, and beautiful environments recreated with Unreal Engine 5.

Halo: Evolved Campaign

The Xbox shooter that marked an entire generation will have its well-deserved remake next yearfrom Halo Studios (formerly 343 Industries) and with the full support of Xbox Game Studios.

Halo: Campaign Evolved is a return to Master Chief and Cortana’s opening epic adventure, with the discovery of the universe’s ultimate weapon, the rise of the Flood, and the Covenant advances that threaten the UNSC’s position.

Graphically, the aim is very, very highwith improvements such as sprint, much more agile shooting and the absence of multiplayer. Furthermore, it will be the first time PlayStation users can enjoy a Halo.

In principle, this Halo remake will mark a new beginning for the saga of the Xbox stars, ensuring that all future titles in the series will be cross-platform, with day one availability on Game Pass.

Max Payne Remake and Max Payne 2 Remake

Two masterpieces of the action genre will return as remakes in a single title, with Remedy (Alan Wake 2) and Rockstar (GTA V) collaborating on their development, and a release window of 2026.

We haven’t seen any images, but everything indicates that this joint remake of Max Payne and Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne It will be ready next year, as it is currently in the pre-production phase.

Sam Lake will return to action 25 years later, with two adventures renewed with all the power of Northlight Enginestate-of-the-art shooting mechanics and the usual excellent storytelling.

It’s not guaranteed to arrive in 2026, but it’s very likely, as developments like Control 2 or the next Alan Wake are still a long way off. We remember this They will be released as a single remake game.

Persona 4 Revival

They nailed it with Persona 3 Reload, so Sega and Atlus are already gearing up the remake of Persona 4 following the same guidelines. For now, we’ve only seen a first trailer and several images of its scenes.

Persona 4 Revival is exactly what the title says: the best way to relive the classic 2008 JRPGreturning to the sleepy town of Inaba to investigate a series of strange murders as an enigmatic student who will have to attend classes, socialize…

Without forgetting, of course, the television program that only appears on the rainiest nights and that confronts us with dangerous creatures and the problems of the human psyche. Sega expects it to be ready for the next fiscal year (between April 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027), and let’s enjoy it on the first day on Game Pass.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake

We thought this would never happen, but it seems that the remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time is very, very close after Ubisoft Montreal will take the development reins.

This remake will undergo a twist in several aspects, as It will no longer be necessary to protect Princess Farahand you’ll still have to cooperate with her to solve the puzzles. Parkour, combat and platforms will once again be very present.

Furthermore, the prince will be able to use different skills to manipulate time, and this will include rewind mechanics, forward actions or even ”bullet time”, giving greater importance for these movements in relation to the originalI.

There is no date, but everything points to the first quarter of 2026with versions for PS5, Xbox Series Will it live up to the 2003 adventure classic?

Yakuza Kiwami 3 and dark ties

RGG Studio got it right with Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2, so the third game in the saga will undergo the same treatment with Yakuza Kiwami 3, the continuation of Kazuma Kiryu’s epic story.

Between the streets of Okinawa and Tokyo, Kazuma will discover secrets from his past and fight to protect his loved ones and run an orphanage helping children, while solving new side quests and exploring previously unknown areas.

Kiwami 3 will come hand in hand with Dark Ties, a new game starring Yoshitaka Minewhich tells us how the frustrated businessman dives into the underworld in search of a future.

The idea is that Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties complement each other, creating the definitive Yakuza 3 experience for the fans. Of course, we hope Sega doesn’t kill the original version like it will with Yakuza 0.

Bonus: Fallout 3 Remastered

Yes, we know it’s called ”remastered”, but anyone who has played the new Oblivion knows that It’s closer to a remake than a remaster to use. And everything indicates that Fallout 3 will follow the same path.

Fallout 3 Remastered would make the dream of all fans of the post-apocalyptic saga come true, with a recreation of the 2008 masterpiece with current graphics (with Unreal Engine 5), improvements in shooting and all the content from the base game and DLCs.

It’s not official for now, but We wouldn’t be surprised if there was a shadow drop. like Oblivion, and indeed, Bethesda likes these kinds of surprises. There are rumors that it could be in the hands of a third-party studio, whether Virtuos or another, under Bethesda’s supervision.

We are sure that when it ends, this generation of PS5, Xbox Series

Now it remains to be seen whether they can infiltrate the best remakes in history, among which we have masterpieces such as Final Fantasy VII Remake, Resident Evil (2002) any Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.

Which remake are you most looking forward to in 2026? There is a lot to choose from and we may have a surprise in the form of a shadow drop, as happens every year.