The Guide #158: Video games are the new frontier for pop culture’s obsession with the past
The Guide #158: Video games are the new frontier for pop culture’s obsession with the past
The Guide #158: Video games are the new frontier for pop culture’s obsession with the past
Keith Stuart
September, 27, 2024
Summary
The video game industry is currently flooded with remastered classics like Tomb Raider, Silent Hill 2, and The Last of Us, tapping into a wave of monetized nostalgia. However, this trend raises concerns about creativity, as development costs soar and the risk of failure looms. While these remasters cater to fans, Keith Stuart argues that the future of gaming lies in innovation, inspired by the past but with fresh concepts. He points to games like UFO 50, which reimagines retro titles for modern audiences, as a model for the industry to embrace weird, experimental ideas rather than relying on recycled content.
Reference
Stuart, K. (2024, September 27). The Guide #158: Video games are the new frontier for pop culture’s obsession with the past. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2024/sep/27/video-games-are-the-new-frontier-for-pop-cultures-obsession-with-the-past