I'm always enthusiastic about games like these. The sequels to absolute classics that aren't afraid to maintain their identity, but incorporate modern innovation for an even more thrilling title. Games like Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal are another great example of keeping the franchise true to it's name and glory, but implementing current technology that enhances the experience by creating things that could have only been dreamed of without that modern edge. I still play the Doom games with just as much enjoyment because they understood that just because a franchise is old that doesn't mean it has to die or conform with things that are successful now. Incredible albeit archaic games become extraordinary when they're not only revived in a modern era, but improved with it's new technology. Remakes are awesome, but if you can improve upon games with a modernized mutation sequels become even more legendary. Sequels that focus not on monetization and modern marketing tactics, but instead new possibilities and destinations you can take a game become some of the greatest pieces of work ever produced. Another great review. I agree thoroughly.
My favourite part about those franchise revivals are when they aren't made worse by modern monetisation, the Doom reboots are a great example of that. Excessive micro transactions are non-existent, I'm curious to see how Space Marine will fare based on its monetisation alone, especially considering Saber are planning to support it over time.
