The Thing: Remastered

The Thing: Remastered

December 5, 2024
Atari Inc.
4.7/5.0(1,100 reviews)

Genres

HorrorShooter

About This Game

The 2002 third-person survival horror shooter that serves as a sequel to the genre-defining 1982 film is back, remastered by Nightdive Studios to bring this innovative blend of fast paced squad action meets survival horror to the modern era. Including Antialiasing, Per Pixel Lighting, 4K Resolution and up to 120 FPS.

Where the movie ended, the true terror begins.

You are Cpt J.F. Blake, leader of a U.S. Special Forces rescue team sent to investigate the blood-curdling events and enigmatic deaths of the American scientific team that transpired at the Outpost 31 research facility located in the frozen wastelands of Antarctica. Within these inhospitable surroundings your team encounters a strange shape-shifting alien life-form that assumes the appearance of people that it kills. Trapped by the elements and infected by this horrific entity, using all your team members is critical if you hope to accomplish your objectives, let alone survive. If you only knew which ones were still human…

The Thing: Remastered Key Features:

• In 20 frightening levels, lead your team against terrifying monsters, from the scuttling head-spiders and human-like walkers to gigantic multi-tentacled beasts.

• Advanced trust/fear interface adds a new level of interaction – How you influence your teams psychological state determines whether or not they will co-operate with you.

• Experience brand new dynamic lighting, specular mapping, shadows, depth of field complemented by improved models, textures and environments to create a deep level of immersion.

• Use awesome firepower like machine guns, explosives and flamethrowers to torch your enemies.

• Brand new Achievements.

• Quality of Life gameplay enhancements to improve your experience.

• Choose multiple paths to solve problems that lie ahead and accomplish goals.

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature
Languages:
EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianSpanish

The Thing: Remastered — Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Thing: Remastered worth playing?
The Thing: Remastered is well received by players, holding an average score of 4.7 out of 5 across 1,100 reviews.
What platforms is The Thing: Remastered available on?
The Thing: Remastered is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did The Thing: Remastered release?
The Thing: Remastered released on December 5, 2024.
What is The Thing: Remastered's age rating?
The Thing: Remastered carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.
The Thing: Remastered - Game-Scout