This remastered remaster is supposedly almost a remake. Wait, what?
Capcom has announced their X360 zombie hit will receive a refreshed edition. Again. After all, a Dead Rising remaster was already released in 2016. However, this project shapes up to be something bigger, as it comes with “a full graphical overhaul” and a host of QoL improvements that should make the brutal gameplay even more enjoyable.
Whether you’re planning to step into Frank West’s shoes for the first time or revisit the title for yet another playthrough, you can already preorder Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster (or DRDR) on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Keep reading for more juicy details.
Updated on September 17, 2024: The reviews are in! Check them out in a newly added section.
What’s the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster release date?
We’ll be able to explore the shopping center infested with the undead near the end of the summer, as the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster release date is scheduled for September 19, 2024. While you wait for it to launch, feel free to check out our article about other worthwhile zombie games.
Where can I preorder Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster?
PC gamers can now preorder Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster on Steam, and it’ll likely appear in other stores soon as well. Console users will find it on either the Xbox or PlayStation Store.
How much is this “remastered remaster”? The DRDR price has been set at $49.99 without discounts, and the current offers are listed below. For console editions, remember that cheap Xbox and PSN gift cards can help you cut costs a bit.
What’s included in the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Digital Deluxe Edition?
Double the deluxe! Priced at $59.99, the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Digital Deluxe Edition (or DRDRDDE—phew…) includes the main game, plus additional cosutmes and BGMs, split into several packs:
- Costumes & BGM: Willamette Parkview Mall Pack
- Costumes & BGM: Resident Evil Heroes Pack
- Costumes & BGM: Resident Evil Villains Pack
- Costumes & BGM: Mega Man Pack
- Costumes & BGM: Capcom Fighters Pack
If the current Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster price is out of your budget, visit the game’s page (you can do so by clicking on the widget above) and find the bell icon to create an alert. Once it’s all set, we’ll send you a notification when the game receives a discount.
Are there any Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster preorder bonuses?
Users who decide to buy the game before its September launch will receive a pack of Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster preorder bonuses, which include three costumes and BGM pieces. You’ll be able to dress up as Chuck from the sequel or… a bee.
Is Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster coming to Game Pass?
Regrettably, subscribers won’t find Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster on Game Pass, at least not directly at launch. If the title ever appears in Microsoft’s catalog, we’ll certainly cover it. You can always read about the latest additions in our New Game Pass games section.
The Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster reviews are in
The Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster reviews have surfaced two days before the game’s release, and they’re very positive. Critics describe the new edition as “stunning,” and many of them call it the ultimate DR experience. However, some have expressed disappointment regarding the lack of significant changes beyond the updated visuals.
What do you think about this project? Are you going to spend another 72 hours in the massive shopping center, or do you believe DRDR to be an unnecessary cash grab? Let us know in the comments!
