1998 N64 Classic Is Officially Returning in 2025 With New Release

As a seasoned gamer who vividly remembers the golden era of gaming, the news about the return of a classic N64 game in 2025 has me reminiscing about the good old days. I can still recall the excitement of unboxing my Nintendo 64 back in 1998 and playing games like Ocarina of Time, F-Zero X, or even the lesser-known gem, Glover.

A N64 classic from 1998 has been officially confirmed for a 2025 return, courtesy of a new release. Interestingly, the 2025 returns means it is releasing the same year the Nintendo Switch 2 is releasing, or supposed to be releasing according to a plethora of rumors and leaks. However, at the moment, the N64 classic has not been confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2. The following platforms have been confirmed though: Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X.

1998 saw the release of a timeless classic for the N64, a system that many gamers from that era might recall. Among the games they could have played then were The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, F-Zero X, Gex: Enter the Gecko, Banjo-Kazooie, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil, Wipeout 64, Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 3D, or Wetrix. In addition to these popular titles, Glover was another game that kept N64 owners entertained in 1998.

The puzzle-platformer from Interactive Studios and Hasbro Interactive released in 1998 via the N64, a whole year before it came to PS1. Upon release, it only managed to garner a 70 on Metacritic, but over time it became lauded as a N64 cult classic. It was also set to receive a sequel, but this sequel got canned and never got revived. This hasn’t changed, but the first game is being re-released on the aforementioned platforms.

Regrettably, the upcoming re-release doesn’t seem to be a remake or an extensive upgrade. It’s unclear if many enhancements have been made at all. Additionally, there’s uncertainty regarding the exact release date in 2025. For those who aren’t familiar with the 1998 cult classic, more information about it can be found below, and a new trailer is also available for viewing.

In this game, you’re the sole hope for saving the tranquil realm…The serene kingdom has been thrown into chaos! A mishap during a potion-making session by the wizard, involving his enchanted gloves, led to an immense explosion. He was instantly petrified and the seven crystals that power the kingdom were dislodged. Without these crystals, the castle and its world risk collapsing, and with it, the fate of the petrified wizard hangs in the balance!

In this game’s narrative, Glover – one of the enchanted gloves – is tasked with retrieving crystals that have been transformed into rubber balls. Your mission is to assist Glover and the balls in navigating seven mystical realms brimming with brain-teasing puzzles and concealed wonders. Be cautious! The malevolent glove lurks in the darkness, always ready to thwart Glover’s efforts at bringing tranquility back to the castle.

2024-11-01 20:10

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