13 Games That Started Out Completely Different

Although members from the modding community have attempted to revitalize Half-Life 2 by improving its graphics, there is only so much developers can do with the game. In its current state, Half-Life 2 can only change slightly. A remake from the ground-up is precisely what the game ne


It can be argued that this hack-and-slash role-playing game is still relevant two decades after its release. The servers are still active because of people returning to play through the game once more. Plenty of demand makes a Diablo II remake pivo


Borderlands is known for its cel-shaded art style and quirky sense of humor, but if plans didn't change during development, it could have been a much different game. When Borderlands was first announced, it sported a darker tone and realistic graphics to ma


Of course, it wouldn't be a balanced game if only the enemies get an upgrade. Capcom confirmed that Jill Valentine will have a few tricks up her sleeve such as the dodge mechanic , to combat the game's more advanced enemies. Resident Evil fans who've played the original game would know that dodging is not new in Resident Evil 3 , given that it is central in the relentless chase that Nemesis would give play


Whether or not they agree that revisiting Resident Evil 4 should be the next major step for the series going forward, nobody can deny that Capcom 's work over the last few years is quickly ushering in an incredibly bright future for the franchise going forward. Here's to hoping that Resident Evil 3 will be yet another stellar stepping stone to more incredible Resident Evil games in the future, whether that leads to a remake of the fourth game or a new title entir


Now, an article from the Official Xbox Magazine recently spilled some pretty juicy information about the upcoming game. Unfortunately, the details released by the magazine sparked confusion among fans given that the article made it appear that Nemesis would be able to break into saferooms . Capcom quickly clarified to several news outlets that they tyrant would be unable to enter these safe havens, but there will be areas in the game that will have a typewriter and an item box that Nemesis would be able to access, similar to the RPD's main hall in Resident Evil 2 remake . However, to ensure that the room that players are in is safe, they would have to listen for the save room theme to p


The Havel's Armor is one of the most recognizable sets in all of Darks Souls ' lore . Present in Dark Souls and Dark Souls 3 , this heavy armor came to the rescue of many players who were overwhelmed by the fierce attacks of some of the strongest and most difficult bosses ever. Thanks to its stats players can take more blows than usual and deliver powerful parries, making sure any enemy can be defea


This game has consistently ranked near the top of video game lists for being one of the best video games of all time. Half-Life 2 saw an unprecedented leap in graphics and gameplay when it released way back in 2


The objective of Super Mario 64 is to rescue Princess Peach from the malevolent Bowser. Mario must search far and wide and unlock the hidden power of the castle. Why stop at doing a simple remake? Give the game online co-op and a plethora of new features that improve Super Mario


Yet, it's worth remembering that Resident Evil 4 is undeniably one of the series' most pivotal entries. The action-centric format that eventually went onto define the later games in the series was done to perfection in 4 , with the game completely reinventing what it meant to play a Resident Evil title . It goes without saying that while a remake might not be as utterly transformative as games like Resident Evil 2 and the upcoming remake of the third game, there's still a lot of merit in updating Resident Evil 4's combat and clunky controls to show just how incredible the Adventure Game walkthrough's core gameplay and set of mechanics were back in the day. Fixing the aiming so players can move while shooting and adding some of the incredible nuances that made Resident Evil 2 such an immersive next step for the series would go a long way if added to the fourth game, especially if done so alongside a major visual overha


Chronologically, Resident Evil 4 takes place six years after Resident Evil 2 's Raccoon City epidemic. Players are in control of protagonist Leon S. Kennedy, but this time around, Leon is working directly for the President of the United States. Leon heads to Spain, which is where President Graham's daughter is reportedly miss


To the surprise of many fans, Nintendo decided to remake The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening instead of The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. Although Link's Awakening is an exceptional hit classic, Link to the Past did it all fi


Resident Evil 4 , while arguably not up to the technical standards of many modern experiences, is far from as obsolete as the franchise's first handful of entries. The over-the-shoulder camera, third-person aiming, and overall format utilized in the reimagining of Resident Evil 2 was, after all, first established throughout 4's sensational rebranding of the series back in 2005. In fact, one of the remake's most critically acclaimed features was its faithful resurrection of the systems and mechanics first established in the fourth game, with many citing Resident Evil 2's remake as a return to form for the franchise's classic formula. With its design emulating Resident Evil 4 so closely, it begs the question of whether a remake would seem unnecessary; almost acting as more of a visual touch up than a full reimagining of the original ti