In this age of pervasive slop maybe we should be grateful for Shrek 2 Remastered
Or maybe not.
Shrek 2 Remastered is set to launch in November, following a series of announcements. The original Shrek 2 game, released for PS2, Xbox, GameCube and PC back in 2004, has resurfaced with a remastered version. While contemporary reviews have been rather lackluster, the game still manages to hold its own as harmless, middle-of-the-road action for young children.
Eurogamer describes the game as harmless, inoffensive and middle-of-the-road action for young children, while IGN gave it a 7 despite the reviewer dreading the experience. With a 3D platformer at its core, Shrek 2 Remastered allows players to switch between four characters on the go, a feature that seems to have inspired Rockstar during the development of GTA 5. The game is also capable of local and online co-op for up to four players.
The remastered version boasts eleven levels, all of which are said to be quite varied and well-capturing moments from the film. However, the PC version of Shrek 2 was reportedly quite different from the console versions, causing some controversy in the Steam forums. Aspyr Media, known for recent work on Lord of the Rings: War in the North and Neverwinter Nights 2 enhanced edition, is handling the port.
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