Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion Remaster Announced by Nightdive Studios for Modern Platforms

Nightdive Studios, acclaimed for revitalizing beloved classics, has officially announced the upcoming remaster of Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion in partnership with Universal Games and Digital Platforms.

Originally released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64, Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion stands as a significant entry in the first-person shooter genre, and its return has been eagerly anticipated by fans and industry observers alike. Building on a streak of high-profile projects—including their recently revealed work on Star Wars: Dark Forces—Nightdive Studios is utilizing the latest iteration of their proprietary KEX engine for this remaster.

The advanced KEX engine brings upgraded rendering capabilities, delivering a heightened level of visual fidelity across 3D models, textures, and graphical effects.

This marks the first time the studio is deploying this new engine version in a commercial release, establishing a new technical benchmark for upcoming remasters. Larry Kuperman, Director of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, emphasized the importance of this release for the studio and gamers alike.

He shared that the Turok series holds a special place in gaming history, and the opportunity to present a revitalized version of Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion is a significant accomplishment for the team.

Kuperman conveyed the studio’s excitement at leveraging the new KEX engine and looks forward to sharing the remaster with players later this year. The remastered Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion will be available for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Gamers can expect several platform-specific enhancements.

Key remaster features include: - Up to 4K resolution and 120 frames per second performance on compatible PC, PlayStation, and Xbox systems. - Advanced rendering technologies, including anti-aliasing, bloom, ambient occlusion, dynamic shadows, and motion blur. - Completely remastered environment and character art, paired with upgraded weapon models for a richly detailed visual experience. - Optional motion and gyro controls for the Nintendo Switch, along with Gamepad rumble support to heighten immersion. - Achievements and trophies supported across Windows PC (Steam), PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. This marks the first time Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion will be accessible to a modern console audience since its Nintendo 64 debut.

The initiative by Nightdive and Universal Games underscores the enduring appeal of the Turok franchise and highlights the demand for remastered classics on contemporary platforms, including the Nintendo Switch eShop, PlayStation Store, and Xbox marketplace. As Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion prepares for its remastered revival later in 2023, fans of retro shooters and new players alike can look forward to experiencing an iconic chapter in the genre with state-of-the-art enhancements.

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