Turok Remastered

 Xbox One
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24

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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Mar 7, 2018
    8
    1997 seems like a lifetime ago... but I remember it really well because I spent the year playing a lot of different game’s. One of the stand out games of 1997 for me was Turok and I enjoyed it very much, so when I learnt that they were remastering it for Xbox One I was excited to say the least. Thankfully they’ve done Turok justice with the remaster and whilst it has a few niggling1997 seems like a lifetime ago... but I remember it really well because I spent the year playing a lot of different game’s. One of the stand out games of 1997 for me was Turok and I enjoyed it very much, so when I learnt that they were remastering it for Xbox One I was excited to say the least. Thankfully they’ve done Turok justice with the remaster and whilst it has a few niggling problems I enjoyed taking a trip down memory lane. The gameplay is as fun as ever and the classic FPS style is evident from the get go. I remember however back in the day that it was quite difficult and it feels more difficult now so expect a few frustrating moments every now and then. Something that really drew me in when it came to the original was the level design, and thankfully it’s as good as ever in the remaster and I would go as far to say that it has even more variety this time around. The controls that are present in the game also feel better this time around and I was surprised by how fluid and responsive they felt throughout. My biggest gripe with the original Turok was the lack of content and unfortunately the same applies here. I would have definitely liked to have had a little more because it does feel a little on the short side. I will say though that the content that is here is very fun and enjoyable and the best thing is that it doesn’t really have any technical issues. I must admit that this did surprise me because I did think it would suffer with a few issues here and there, but thankfully it’s pretty much flawless most of the time. The presentation side of the game is a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand you have the sound design which is excellent and you can definitely tell that some improvements have gone in here. On the other hand though the visuals don’t seem to have improved that much and I was definitely hoping for a bit more here. At the end of the day Night Dive Studios have without a doubt done a very good job with the remaster of Turok and if you’ve played it before this remaster will make you enjoy it again whilst also bringing back fond memories. It’s not perfect but nor was the original and that’s kind of what gives the game its charm and if you’ve never played it before then I recommend you give it a try because it’s a classic that holds up really well in the modern era.… Expand
  2. GameZilla
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    If you were a fan of the original N64 game, there is nothing but perfection here. The controls adapt well to the Xbox controller. The gameplay besides a boot in graphics is identical. Sound and animation is spot on. I played an hour on the N64 version before picking up the Xbox One version and besides the graphic overhaul it identical. The new graphics are nothing special, and onlyIf you were a fan of the original N64 game, there is nothing but perfection here. The controls adapt well to the Xbox controller. The gameplay besides a boot in graphics is identical. Sound and animation is spot on. I played an hour on the N64 version before picking up the Xbox One version and besides the graphic overhaul it identical. The new graphics are nothing special, and only show the age of the game. But as a huge fan of the original, this is all I could ask for.… Expand
  3. Seesh
    Mar 5, 2018
    8
    Turok remastered is a fun, nostalgia-filled game. The graphics and gameplay aren't as bad as I expected from watching the trailers. Overall it looks decent enough and plays well. Definitely worth picking up if you were a fan of the original or if you ever wanted to play it.
  4. darksoulw
    Mar 8, 2018
    0
    Add some fog, some reflections, brighten graphics, stretch to widescreen. Not a real remastered. it is just a way to get money from you again from a pre-done game
  5. strangermoon
    May 24, 2023
    8
    not so imporvemnt over n64 base game but pc relase back then was missing something like music and effects under water now this get those and remove fog on n64 realse. turok was intresthing game for game like half life level graphics before half life but only n64 relase make game look not that advance. compared carnivore games and tresspasser dinosur fps games that time turok was next levelnot so imporvemnt over n64 base game but pc relase back then was missing something like music and effects under water now this get those and remove fog on n64 realse. turok was intresthing game for game like half life level graphics before half life but only n64 relase make game look not that advance. compared carnivore games and tresspasser dinosur fps games that time turok was next level and still is.… Expand
  6. Babutto
    Mar 21, 2020
    8
    Good game. Hard game. Shooter with platforming elements. The game where you have to plan your moves, think, and never waste too much ammo.
  7. Saul_B
    Nov 6, 2019
    8
    Very enjoyable to revisit this game, and the remaster improvements enhance the experience. However, I'm doubtful the game will hold up for newcomers.
  8. tenacious_K
    Jul 7, 2021
    8
    Turok is the same mindlessly fun game it was in '97. It's no piece of art, but it's entertaining as all hell. It's worth noting that my experience with this remaster is on the switch and in portable mode, playing this on a better console and giving it all your attention at home may be a bit much to ask and leaving you playing the game once for a 20 minute nostalgia trip, but personallyTurok is the same mindlessly fun game it was in '97. It's no piece of art, but it's entertaining as all hell. It's worth noting that my experience with this remaster is on the switch and in portable mode, playing this on a better console and giving it all your attention at home may be a bit much to ask and leaving you playing the game once for a 20 minute nostalgia trip, but personally my experience was nothing but fun.… Expand

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Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 5, 2018
    70
    Crude, confusing, but also charming, this creature feature's teeth remain sharp. [May 2018, p.90]
  2. We Got This Covered
    Mar 15, 2018
    70
    Both Turok: Dinosaur Hunter and Turok 2: Seeds of Evil may not be as advanced as they were upon release, but they still hold up remarkably well. They're both still enjoyable to play, and the excellent remaster treatment from Night Dive Studios helps bring them up to modern standards, while still maintaining their retro identity.
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  3. ZTGD
    Mar 7, 2018
    80
    Yes these games are products of their time, but I adore seeing them return in 2018. For those that have fond memories these are a no-brainer. My one gripe is that the price of $20 feels a bit much. I would have liked to see them both bundled for that price. Still I can’t stay away. Returning to Turok feels so good. Now if only we could get a remaster of Shadow of Oblivion, or even better, a brand new game in the franchise.
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