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The 11 Best Video Game Remakes of All Time, Ranked
Nintendo Switch remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time debuts as top video game remake.
In brief
Nintendo Switch remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time debuts as top video game remake. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is the best video game remake with modern visuals and voice acting. Originally reported by Collider.
What makes video game remakes unique
Video game remakes refine aging aspects of original games using modern technology instead of changing artistic vision like movies.
The best video game remakes
The best video game remakes balance original game strengths with new features to create definitive experiences for modern players.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)
The Nintendo Switch remake adds fast travel, quicker partner switching, two new secret bosses, and better translation of the original Japanese version.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (2026)
The Nintendo Switch 2 remake features beautiful visuals, quality-of-life changes, and full voice acting for modern players.
Silent Hill 2 (2024)
The AAA remake provides a modern third-person camera system and dynamic combat while keeping the original's emotional beats and themes.
Yakuza Kiwami (2016)
The remake highlights iconic side missions and the rivalry between Kazuma Kiryu and Goro Majima with improved crime drama elements.
Super Castlevania IV (1991)
The SNES remake improves visuals and gameplay from the original NES game with more missions and a memorable soundtrack.
Persona 3 Reload (2024)
The remake upgrades the PS2 game with modern visuals and gameplay changes while staying true to the original story and characters.
Shadow of the Colossus (2018)
The 4K PS4 remake enhances the original's scale and visual brilliance while keeping its somber tone and boss fights.
Metroid: Zero Mission (2004)
The Game Boy Advance remake adds new puzzles, combat, bosses, and areas to the NES original Metroid game.
Pokémon HeartGold/SoulSilver (2009)
The remake adds new features like Abilities and Physical Special split while keeping the original game's charm and gameplay.
Final Fantasy VII Remake (2020)
The PS5 remake expands the original game's first 7-10 hours into a nearly 100-hour adventure with emotional storybeats.
Why remakes matter
Remakes help preserve gaming history while making classic games accessible to new generations of players.
The best video game remakes
The best video game remakes balance original game strengths with new features to create definitive experiences for modern players.
What matters most
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is the best video game remake with modern visuals and voice acting.
