Speculation about a long-desired Rockstar remaster or remake is rampant due to some dependable evidence, Mortal Kombat 1 adds a high-profile name to the upcoming fighting game, and The Lord of the Rings: Gollum’s Daedalic has since closed shop as a developer. Today, The Best War Games’s weekly recap takes a look at some of the most notable headlines from the past week.
A fan-favorite Assassin’s Creed game is receiving its own remake treatment, James Gunn’s DCU has found its Superman, and the FTC v. Microsoft case has been remarkably enlightening for different parts of the industry. All that and more in this week’s roundup of games industry news.
New Red Dead Redemption Rating Sparks Remaster/Remake Rumors
A new Korean rating for Rockstar’s seminal Western suggests that a Red Dead Redemption remaster or remake could potentially be in the works. Based on prior Rockstar ongoings with Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition, this theory wouldn’t be far-fetched.
DMC, Killer Instinct Composer Announces Work on Mortal Kombat 1
Mortal Kombat 1 already has phenomenal visuals to boast, but one feature that’s been arguably backburned in the franchise lately will see a massive overhaul as well. Composer Casey Edwards revealed he’s contributed music to Mortal Kombat 1, giving the upcoming fighting game installment a huge leg-up from an artist behind the seminal Devil May Cry 5 soundtrack.
Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag Remake in Early Development
It has been revealed that an Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag remake is reportedly in development, meaning that the franchise could be leaning again on one of its most immersive and memorable titles. Moreover, there are apparently a stunning 11 Assassin's Creed games in development.
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Developer Shutting Down
Internal game development at Daedalic is shutting down in a shift to publishing exclusively. Likewise, development for its next Lord of the Rings game has been shelved.
Mortal Kombat 1 Details Revealed via Character Bios
More news about Mortal Kombat 1 is sure to trickle in on a gradual basis until its launch in September, and in the meantime, fans can check out some character bios for fighters in Mortal Kombat 1 to learn how the reborn universe has altered their iconic backstories.
Features
The FTC v. Microsoft trial case has been interesting to follow during the former’s attempt to block Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition, with a lot of new information exposed throughout.
Movies & TV
After being a rumored frontrunner since casting was alleged to begin, David Corenswet is now officially the DCU’s Superman. Corenswet certainly looks the part, but fans might be otherwise unfamiliar with his acting ability and show familiarize themselves with his work before watching him don the cape.
Guides
Cellars certainly aren’t the biggest source of incredible loot or narrative endeavors in Diablo 4— especially in the endgame, where Nightmare Dungeons, the Helltide, and Grim Favors may be taking up a lot more of players' attention—but they can still house some interesting and niche content that should not be missed out on in whichever regions players are traveling through.
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Many games are sorely lacking as much inclusivity and representation as they could have. In an interview with The Best War Games, Apex Legends narrative lead Ashley Reed discusses what makes it an affirming battle royale game.