The founders of studio Pseudo Interactive are well aware of the flaws in the original Xbox version, and they were not shy in telling us so. However, Cel Damage always held a special place in their hearts as it was one of the first games they worked on, and as such two of their co-founders are looking to bring an updated version to a new generation of players. Their new studio is Finish Line Games, and what they lack in size they more than make up for in devotion. This has always been a passion project of theirs, and the excitement they have in their title is infectious, even to those of us that were less than impressed with the original version. They've worked hard to ensure Cel Damage HD will not only appeal to nostalgic gamers (themselves included), but hopefully draw in a new generation of gamers completely unfamiliar with the property.
Joe from TVG writes "Party games often shine for their simplicity. Delivering an approachable splitscreen experience while still offering excellent gameplay and perennial replayability takes masterful design."
I'm all about car combat games (non-racing ones, anyway) and I've never had the need for full camera control. Between rear view and radar, you can see everything. Thats how it is with Twisted Metal and Vigilante 8, at least.
Carlos writes "Over the last few years remasters have gained a lot of popularity, with many publishers deciding to return to the already proven formulas instead of rushing straight to a sequel - something which causes a lot of controversy in the gaming industry. However, that’s because more often than not fond memories of a game can be ruined due to a remaster not giving the same classic experience or bringing the quality it once had. When it does goes right it can reignite the passion for a franchise for both the new and old generation of gamers alike. So how does Cel Damage HD fair in a market full of remasters?"
Ken McKown writes: I never thought I would be talking about Cel Damage twice in the last two years. I was a fan of the original game when it launched well over ten years ago on the original Xbox, but let’s be honest, I never thought I would see this series again. It’s like being told they are making a sequel to Pen Pen TriIcelon (kudos if you remember that one.) Cel Damage is a colorful car combat title that feels ripped directly out of a classic Saturday morning cartoon, and it still substitutes for a solid weekend romp.
Had a lot of fun with this game back in the day on gamecube. The re-release is still fun but ultimately the lack of online multiplayer is awful for a game like this in this day and age. It seems like it would have been a no-brainer for a game such as this, so it's very strange why they went without adding it. It would fit perfectly for this game and would be about the only reason to purchase this outside of nostalgia.
I think it’s hilarious the PS4 is getting the HD remake of an Xbox launch game
We need more Whacky games that break the laws of reality. Whether it be racing, fighting or adventure games. As for weird that it was a previous xbox launch game. Not really all that weird considering it has been 10 years and markets change as well as demographics.
It sure is getting hilarious in here.
Definitely buying this. Had loads of fun with this on the GameCube.
Can't wait for this.
The whole cross-buy thing is something chronic.