Discounted Remake games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated remake games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals remake games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Sid Meier's Pirates!
Sail the Caribbean, marauding all on the high seas or ally your ship and crew as a privateer in search of riches - the life you choose is up to you. Face dogged enemies, raid unsuspecting villages, woo fair maidens, avoid capture or dig for buried treasure. Discover what it takes to become one of the most famous pirates in history!Most played remake games on Steam
Take a look at the top remake games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Resident Evil 2
A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2. Resident Evil 2 is a zombies, survival horror and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 24th 2019 has received 171,068 reviews of which 165,900 were positive and 5,168 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played remake game, thanks to its 1,465 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
165,900
5,168
1,465
players
2. Black Mesa
Relive Half-Life. Black Mesa is a fps, remake and action game developed and published by Crowbar Collective. Released on March 06th 2020 has received 124,385 reviews of which 118,489 were positive and 5,896 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 399 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among remake games based on player count.
9.4
118,489
5,896
399
players
3. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy
Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon. Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy is a 3d platformer, adventure and dragons game developed by Toys for Bob and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on September 03rd 2019 has received 20,358 reviews of which 19,133 were positive and 1,225 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 239 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among remake games based on player count.
9.2
19,133
1,225
239
players
4. Resident Evil
The game that defined the survival-horror genre is back! Check out the remastered HD version of Resident Evil. Resident Evil is a survival horror, zombies and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 19th 2015 has received 26,411 reviews of which 24,285 were positive and 2,126 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. With 236 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played remake games.
9
24,285
2,126
236
players
5. Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory! Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy is a 3d platformer, remake and classic game developed by Vicarious Visions and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Activision. Released on June 29th 2018 has received 17,884 reviews of which 16,561 were positive and 1,323 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 167 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played remake games.
9.0
16,561
1,323
167
players
6. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and fantasy game developed by Square Enix and DotEmu SAS. and published by Square Enix. Released on September 17th 2014 has received 2,918 reviews of which 2,451 were positive and 467 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played remake games.
8.1
2,451
467
47
players
7. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on May 27th 2014 has received 3,277 reviews of which 2,703 were positive and 574 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played remake games.
8.0
2,703
574
47
players
8. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a 3d platformer, adventure and cult classic game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 23rd 2020 has received 16,620 reviews of which 15,632 were positive and 988 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played remake games.
9.2
15,632
988
46
players
9. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Embark on a magical journey in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed! Shape your adventure with the stroke of a brush and transform Wasteland as Mickey Mouse in this beautifully recreated 3D platformer. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a 3d platformer, action-adventure and remake game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,121 reviews of which 1,059 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played remake games.
8.9
1,059
62
38
players
10. Trials of Mana
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D. Trials of Mana is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on April 24th 2020 has received 5,429 reviews of which 4,985 were positive and 444 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played remake games.
8.9
4,985
444
26
players
Best deals on remake games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of remake games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted remake games.
1. DuckTales: Remastered
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike. DuckTales: Remastered is a platformer, adventure and remake game developed by WayForward and published by Capcom. Released on August 13th 2013 has received 7,347 reviews of which 6,438 were positive and 909 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 76% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for remake category.
8.5
6,438
909
-76%
13.79€
3.31€
2. Resident Evil 2
A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2. Resident Evil 2 is a zombies, survival horror and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 24th 2019 has received 171,068 reviews of which 165,900 were positive and 5,168 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 75% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in remake games.
9.6
165,900
5,168
-75%
39.99€
9.99€
3. Resident Evil
The game that defined the survival-horror genre is back! Check out the remastered HD version of Resident Evil. Resident Evil is a survival horror, zombies and horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 19th 2015 has received 26,411 reviews of which 24,285 were positive and 2,126 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 75% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in remake games.
9
24,285
2,126
-75%
19.99€
4.99€
4. Castle of Illusion
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic. Castle of Illusion is a platformer, adventure and remake game developed by SEGA Studios Australia and published by SEGA. Released on September 04th 2013 has received 3,869 reviews of which 3,511 were positive and 358 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.7
3,511
358
-75%
12.99€
3.24€
5. Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure! Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap is a platformer, adventure and action game developed by Lizardcube and published by DotEmu. Released on June 08th 2017 has received 2,405 reviews of which 2,043 were positive and 362 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 70% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.2
2,043
362
-70%
20.20€
6.06€
6. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Embark on a magical journey in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed! Shape your adventure with the stroke of a brush and transform Wasteland as Mickey Mouse in this beautifully recreated 3D platformer. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is a 3d platformer, action-adventure and remake game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,121 reviews of which 1,059 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 65% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.9
1,059
62
-65%
59.97€
20.99€
7. Trials of Mana
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D. Trials of Mana is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on April 24th 2020 has received 5,429 reviews of which 4,985 were positive and 444 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.9
4,985
444
-60%
49.99€
19.99€
8. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption. Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and fantasy game developed by Square Enix and DotEmu SAS. and published by Square Enix. Released on September 17th 2014 has received 2,918 reviews of which 2,451 were positive and 467 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.1
2,451
467
-50%
14.49€
7.24€
9. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam. Final Fantasy III (3D Remake) is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on May 27th 2014 has received 3,277 reviews of which 2,703 were positive and 574 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for remake games.
8.0
2,703
574
-50%
12.99€
6.49€
10. ONE.
The pioneering nakige that made a generation cry... Legendary '90s visual novel ONE. is back and better than ever with updated art, animations, and features! ONE. is a 1990's, anime and visual novel game developed by novamicus and published by Shiravune. Released on December 21st 2023 has received 325 reviews of which 260 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for remake games.
7.5
260
65
-30%
19.50€
13.65€