Studios Nightdive and Apogee Software, together with publishers Apogee Entertainment and New Blood Interactive, have unveiled a remastered edition of the 1994 shooter Rise of the Triad. The reimagining will carry the subtitle Ludicrous Edition and is set to land on modern platforms with refreshed visuals and new features tailored for today’s players in North America and beyond.
The remaster promises up to 4K resolution and higher frame rates, a user friendly level editor, multiplayer modes, and a broader content lineup that includes material cut from the original release along with an entirely new level. For fans in Canada and the United States, this update brings the classic title into contemporary performance standards while preserving the core pulse that defined the era.
Originally envisioned as a sequel, Rise of the Triad had a rocky road after a disagreement between Apogee and the publisher behind the early Wolfenstein franchise. The project was subsequently restarted, paving the way for a distinct reimagining rather than a direct follow up to the original game.
The updated Rise of the Triad is expected to arrive on Steam and GOG in the early part of 2023, with a remastered store page offering detailed information and new screenshots. This release strategy aligns with the current approach to revivals, where classic titles are revitalized for modern storefronts while inviting both veteran players and a new generation to explore the action and mischief that defined the classic shooter experience. [VG Times]
As part of the broader revival trend, the Ludicrous Edition seeks to balance nostalgia with contemporary accessibility. The inclusion of an enhanced level editor invites players to craft and share new arenas, potentially expanding the game’s longevity beyond its original lifespan. For digital storefronts and players in the North American market, the remaster represents a bridge between retro gameplay and current online capabilities, delivering smooth performance, contemporary controls, and a refreshed visual identity that remains faithful to the series’ unapologetic edge.