Nightdive Studios, renowned for delivering high-quality remasters of classic games, has officially revitalized anticipation for 'Sin: Reloaded'—the definitive modern update to Ritual Entertainment’s influential 1998 first-person shooter, 'Sin.' The new announcement trailer, released in partnership with Atari, confirms that the long-awaited remaster is slated to launch later this year across all major platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
'’Sin: Reloaded’ has been a project of passion for Nightdive Studios since the company secured the rights to the original title in January 2020.
Following their successful update of 'SiN Gold' for digital platforms Steam and GOG, Nightdive set out to deliver a true remaster, expanding upon their meticulous reputation for modernizing iconic retro titles.
Utilizing the proprietary KEX Engine, the studio aims to make this 'diamond-in-the-rough, story-driven FPS' fully accessible and visually stunning for a new generation of players. Despite an initial release window scheduled for 2021, development hurdles and shifting priorities led to understandable delays.
In a transparent 2023 statement, Nightdive emphasized that 'Sin: Reloaded' had not been cancelled, but was temporarily deprioritized in favor of other commitments.
Addressing ongoing fan interest, Nightdive Studios has now reaffirmed that the game is back in active development, supported by fresh pre-alpha gameplay footage and a solidified plan for a 2024 release. For those unfamiliar, 'Sin' is set in the dystopian cityscape of Freeport.
Here, law enforcement has been superseded by privatized security, and players step into the role of John Blade, head of the contractor group HardCorps.
Tasked with investigating the dangers of the illicit drug U4 and its shadowy ties to the corporation SinTEK, the game remains recognized for its narrative-driven gameplay and use of a modified Quake II engine—a technical landmark at the time of its original release. Nightdive Studios’ remaster promises an array of upgrades: • Full compatibility with the updated KEX Engine, delivering enhanced performance and HD visuals. • Remastered textures, models, and menu art, supporting up to 4K resolution at a silky 144 FPS, alongside improved anti-aliasing. • Overhauled control systems and a modernized user interface, ensuring seamless play whether handheld or docked on the Nintendo Switch, or on other platforms. • Opportunity to play both the original 'SiN' campaign and 'SiN: Wages of Sin' additional mission pack. • Map improvements, brand-new achievements, and the innovative option to toggle between the remastered edition and original 'SiN Gold' visuals. • Enhanced audio, including remixed Zak Belika tracks engineered by Chris Mock. With its confirmed multi-platform strategy and robust feature set, 'Sin: Reloaded' is shaping up to be a major highlight for fans of classic shooters on the Nintendo Switch and beyond in 2024.
For more details and the latest trailer, check out the official release from Nightdive Studios and Atari on their digital channels.
Following their successful update of 'SiN Gold' for digital platforms Steam and GOG, Nightdive set out to deliver a true remaster, expanding upon their meticulous reputation for modernizing iconic retro titles.
Utilizing the proprietary KEX Engine, the studio aims to make this 'diamond-in-the-rough, story-driven FPS' fully accessible and visually stunning for a new generation of players. Despite an initial release window scheduled for 2021, development hurdles and shifting priorities led to understandable delays.
In a transparent 2023 statement, Nightdive emphasized that 'Sin: Reloaded' had not been cancelled, but was temporarily deprioritized in favor of other commitments.
Addressing ongoing fan interest, Nightdive Studios has now reaffirmed that the game is back in active development, supported by fresh pre-alpha gameplay footage and a solidified plan for a 2024 release. For those unfamiliar, 'Sin' is set in the dystopian cityscape of Freeport.
Here, law enforcement has been superseded by privatized security, and players step into the role of John Blade, head of the contractor group HardCorps.
Tasked with investigating the dangers of the illicit drug U4 and its shadowy ties to the corporation SinTEK, the game remains recognized for its narrative-driven gameplay and use of a modified Quake II engine—a technical landmark at the time of its original release. Nightdive Studios’ remaster promises an array of upgrades: • Full compatibility with the updated KEX Engine, delivering enhanced performance and HD visuals. • Remastered textures, models, and menu art, supporting up to 4K resolution at a silky 144 FPS, alongside improved anti-aliasing. • Overhauled control systems and a modernized user interface, ensuring seamless play whether handheld or docked on the Nintendo Switch, or on other platforms. • Opportunity to play both the original 'SiN' campaign and 'SiN: Wages of Sin' additional mission pack. • Map improvements, brand-new achievements, and the innovative option to toggle between the remastered edition and original 'SiN Gold' visuals. • Enhanced audio, including remixed Zak Belika tracks engineered by Chris Mock. With its confirmed multi-platform strategy and robust feature set, 'Sin: Reloaded' is shaping up to be a major highlight for fans of classic shooters on the Nintendo Switch and beyond in 2024.
For more details and the latest trailer, check out the official release from Nightdive Studios and Atari on their digital channels.
