The 2001 cult-classic RPG finally gets a modern makeover, but while the visual and audio overhaul is impressive, the core gameplay remains stubbornly stuck in the past. The remake successfully brings the world of The Colony into the modern era, yet it leaves the original’s shallow combat, uneven pacing, and lackluster story entirely untouched.
Available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, the remake is the definitive way to experience this challenging RPG, provided you are prepared for its uncompromising, old-school design. It remains a masterclass in worldbuilding and atmosphere, even if its mechanical shortcomings and linear second half have aged poorly.