GOG resurrects the cult classic survival horror games, Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, with DRM-free PC re-releases. Both PlayStation titles are now available on GOG's platform as part of their Preservation Program, retaining their original content.
Released in 1999 and 2000 respectively, these games represent a nostalgic trip for fans. While hopes for a new entry or HD remake persist, Capcom's focus on titles like Exoprimal and statements from creator Shinji Mikami suggest a Dino Crisis revival remains unlikely.
These PC ports, previously difficult to run on modern systems, are now enhanced for optimal playability. GOG highlights the improvements:
Dino Crisis (GOG Version):
- Full Windows 10 and 11 compatibility.
- Six localizations (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Japanese).
- Original, Arrange, and Operation Wipe Out modes.
- Improved DirectX renderer.
- Enhanced rendering options (windowed mode, VSync, gamma correction, integer scaling, anti-aliasing, etc.).
- Up to 4K (1920p) resolution and 32-bit color depth.
- Improved geometry, transformation, texturing, and alpha transparency.
- Enhanced game registry settings.
- Bug fixes for animation, video, music, and saving (no more save file corruption).
- Modern controller support (DualSense, DualShock 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Switch, Logitech F series, and more).
Dino Crisis 2 (GOG Version):
- Full Windows 10 and 11 compatibility.
- Two localizations (English and Japanese).
- Includes Easy difficulty, Dino Colosseum, and Dino Duel.
- Improved DirectX renderer.
- Enhanced rendering options (windowed mode, VSync, gamma correction, integer scaling, anti-aliasing, etc.).
- Improved music, item rendering, fogging, and cartridge box alignment.
- Bug fixes for video playback, task switching, and game exit.
- Modern controller support (DualSense, DualShock 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Switch, Logitech F series, and more).
GOG also launched its Dreamlist, a community voting tool to suggest games for future releases. This initiative aims to gauge community interest and potentially influence future acquisitions.
