PlayStation State of Play Leaks Return of PS1 Classics

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PlayStation State of Play Leaks Return of PS1 Classics

Key Takeaways

  • Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered has leaked on the PlayStation Store mere hours before the September 2024 State of Play.
  • The remastered collection will include both Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver games and allow players to choose between updated and classic graphics.
  • Set to release on December 10, 2024, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the series.

As a seasoned gamer who’s been around since the dawn of the PlayStation era, I can’t help but feel a rush of nostalgia upon hearing about the leaked Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered. The original games were part of my formative years in gaming, and to see them return after all these years is like finding a long-lost friend at a high school reunion.

In the hours leading up to the September State of Play event, a previously published PlayStation Store listing has inadvertently been taken down, hinting at the potential release of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered. For quite some time, enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated the return of the Legacy of Kain series to contemporary gaming platforms. If the rumors are true, PlayStation’s upcoming State of Play broadcast could bring long-awaited news for fans.

The iconic “Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver” video games were produced by Crystal Dynamics for PlayStation and PlayStation 2 gaming systems. Despite the “Legacy of Kain” series not releasing any new installments in more than twenty years, there remains a strong fanbase among dedicated gamers who eagerly anticipate a fresh “Legacy of Kain” game. A recent survey conducted by Embracer Group in 2022 revealed significant interest in a new title. While it’s unclear if Crystal Dynamics will continue the franchise, they are making efforts to ensure that both versions of “Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver” can be played on contemporary hardware.

Based on the leaked remasters of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver at SDCC 2024, it seems almost certain that they will be officially announced during PlayStation’s September State of Play. A Redditor named andshrew found a prematurely-posted PlayStation Store page for the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, which included details like a release date, trailer, numerous screenshots, and more. After discovery, Sony removed the store page, but fans managed to save all the assets beforehand.

Leaked Details About Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered

  • Includes Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2
  • Players can choose between remastered and original graphics
  • Developed by Aspyr Media
  • Releasing on December 10, 2024

It appears that Aspyr Media, who were initially responsible for the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, have developed Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered. The images and trailers provide a glimpse into the enhanced graphics of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered compared to its classic versions, but players who prefer the original visuals can reportedly opt for those settings too. Additionally, the remasters are set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and are scheduled to launch on December 10, 2024, as per the PlayStation Store listing.

Enthusiasts of the game series, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver, are undeniably thrilled at last to play their beloved cult classics with modern enhancements after such a long wait. Some speculate that Crystal Dynamics might be using this remastered collection as a trial run for deciding if a new installment in the Legacy of Kain series would be feasible. Although it’s yet to be confirmed, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered could possibly join Horizon Zero Dawn and Days Gone among other remasters shown during the State of Play livestream, which seems to have a high concentration of remaster announcements.

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2024-09-24 18:54