Nintendo’s Latest Reveal Proves Developers Will Do Anything Other Than Remake Dino Crisis

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Released in 1999, Dino Crisis was a popular survival horror game, but Capcom hasn’t revisited the series since. Interestingly, other games continue to draw inspiration from it – a new title recently announced by Nintendo clearly shows this influence. With the return of dinosaur-focused FPS action in Turok: Origins, it’s clear that many series featuring prehistoric creatures are thriving, making the continued absence of Dino Crisis particularly noticeable.

When Exoprimal was first announced around 2023, many people thought it might be similar to the classic game Dino Crisis. However, the final product turned out to be a unique online multiplayer experience. Players control powerful mech suits with special abilities, in a style reminiscent of games like Overwatch or Marvel Rivals>. While Exoprimal focuses heavily on cooperative dinosaur battles and has a story that doesn’t follow a straight path, it ultimately moved far away from the feel of Dino Crisis.

Tokyo Scramble Showcases Survival Horror Gameplay Against Various Dinosaur Enemies

During a Nintendo Switch 2 presentation in February 2026, a new game called Tokyo Scramble was revealed. It’s a thrilling survival puzzle action game where players face off against dinosaurs. The story follows Anne, a high school student who becomes trapped in a hidden underground world. This world is filled with bizarre creatures evolved from dinosaurs, lurking within the ruins of a lost civilization. Because the dinosaurs hunt by sound, Anne has to carefully and quietly make her way through the dangerous underground to avoid becoming their next meal.

Tokyo Scramble delivers a tense survival horror experience, constantly putting players in dangerous situations as they try to evade dinosaur-like creatures called “Zino.” Gameplay revolves around stealth, using the environment to block the dinosaurs’ paths, and keeping constantly on the move. Players also control a smartwatch that lets Anne manipulate parts of the world – setting traps and creating distractions to clear a safe route. However, the watch has limited battery life, creating a similar sense of tension and resource management found in games like Outlast and Watch Dogs.

The challenges in Tokyo Scramble are based on the different areas Anne explores – large, complex environments filled with enemies and hidden paths. You might need to carefully cross steel beams or make your way through a dinosaur-infested theme park. Finding new routes and trying different approaches is key, but you’ll always have to be prepared to fight dinosaurs no matter where you go.

The dinosaurs in this game aren’t typical either – some aren’t even traditional reptiles. They’re a diverse bunch, including classic raptors, giant bats, massive praying mantises, rocky turtles, flying dinosaurs, and even powerful creatures inspired by ancient predators. The game’s perspective, viewed from behind the character, creates a similar feeling to the recent Resident Evil remakes, moving away from fixed camera angles to deliver a more immersive, action-focused experience, much like the original Dino Crisis games.

Dino Crisis Has Lacked A Remake In Favor Of New Dinosaur Games Like Tokyo Scramble

Capcom continues to release new dinosaur-themed survival games like Exoprimal and is still working on Turok: Origins, but they haven’t revisited Dino Crisis. While Dino Crisis might feel old-fashioned by today’s standards, it’s a shame its interesting concept hasn’t been updated with a remake or remaster. This is especially noticeable considering how many Resident Evil games from the same time period have received modern remakes.

The story in Dino Crisis follows a familiar formula, much like Resident Evil, with secret scientific research and a hidden conspiracy. The gameplay borrows elements like resource management and puzzles from Resident Evil, but Dino Crisis distinguishes itself with thrilling dinosaur attacks, jump scares, and large-scale action sequences. The game is also carried by its strong protagonist, Regina, who embodies the cool, capable heroines popular in 90s action games, always ready to face any unbelievable challenge.

I’ve always loved the way Dino Crisis created such a creepy and immersive atmosphere – you can really see that influence in games like Tokyo Scramble. What really stood out to me was how the dinosaurs didn’t just feel like obstacles, but genuinely felt…smart, which made every encounter so tense and realistic. For a game that came out in 1999, Dino Crisis was seriously ahead of the curve with its sound and 3D environments. It would be amazing to see those foundations updated with some modern improvements to address the areas that haven’t aged as well.

As Capcom prepares to release Resident Evil Requiem, many fans believe their new game engine would be ideal for a Dino Crisis remake. A return to the Dino Crisis formula—featuring dinosaurs, modernized graphics, and improved controls—could be incredibly appealing to both longtime fans and new players. Bringing back elements like injury systems and survival horror mechanics could also broaden the game’s appeal beyond what some of their newer titles might achieve.

Capcom is actively revisiting its past with collections and remakes, while also experimenting with new games like Pragmata. Given the continued popularity of dinosaur-themed action and survival games—such as Tokyo Scramble and Turok: Origins—it seems like a missed opportunity that Capcom hasn’t yet remade Dino Crisis.

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2026-02-11 18:13