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Exciting Rumor: Classic 2004 Game Could Get a Modern Remake

Rumors are swirling about a potential remake of a beloved 2004 licensed game making its way to modern gaming platforms.
Exciting Rumor: Classic 2004 Game Could Get a Modern Remake

Highlights

  • Speculation is mounting about THQ Nordic and Purple Lamp collaborating on a remake of the Shrek 2 GameCube adaptation for release this year.
  • Despite the Shrek film series being less active, the iconic character remains relevant through online memes and recent game appearances.
  • Purple Lamp's rumored work on a Shrek 2 remake follows closely on the heels of their announced remake of the Disney-licensed Wii game Epic Mickey from 2010.

A recent buzz suggests that the fan-favorite video game based on the hit movie Shrek 2 might be revamped for contemporary gaming consoles. While the Shrek movie franchise has been relatively quiet, it once stood out as a popular series in the early 2000s. The quartet of Shrek films, chronicling the adventures of the green ogre, his trusty donkey sidekick, and Princess Fiona, garnered critical acclaim for their cinematic releases and inspired various video game adaptations. Now, there's talk of a potential remake for one of the franchise's most beloved games.

Despite the lack of recent main-series Shrek movies, the character has managed to stay in the limelight. Shrek has experienced a resurgence in popularity as a meme icon, featuring in ongoing jokes and internet humor. Notably, Shrek made a gaming appearance just last year as a playable character in DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing. The rumored revival of one of Shrek's classic games is reportedly in the works at Purple Lamp, a studio under THQ Nordic.

A leak posted on the GamingLeaksandRumours subreddit by user brianh418 hints at an imminent remake of the GameCube version of Shrek 2. The leak, allegedly from a friend of a THQ Nordic staffer, suggests that the studio is expanding its portfolio to include Universal's licensed franchises like Shrek and Spongebob. According to the leak, the revamped Shrek 2 will be available on modern consoles, PC, and potentially the rumored Nintendo Switch 2, all developed using the Unity engine.

Anticipated Return of Shrek 2 Remake This Year

While some initial reactions to the leak expressed doubt, a few users pointed out connections that could lend credibility to the rumor. One fan mentioned a previous leak hinting at a full re-release of Shrek 2 expected later this year, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the original film's premiere in 2024. Recent trends have seen numerous older licensed games receiving remakes, with Purple Lamp itself recently unveiling a remake of the 2010 title Epic Mickey.

The potential comeback of Shrek 2 arrives as fans eagerly anticipate updates on the next installment in the enduring film series. The positive reception of 2022's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish has fueled discussions about the future of Shrek, with Shrek 5 reportedly in development. Additionally, DreamWorks has hinted at a possible Donkey-centric spinoff movie, though no release date for this project has been confirmed yet. The prospective re-release of Shrek 2 on modern gaming platforms could herald the return of a cherished 3D action game from what many consider the "golden age" of licensed adaptations.

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