GOG resurrects the cult classic survival horror games, Dino Crisis and Dino Crisis 2, bringing them to PC as DRM-free releases. Both titles, originally released on PlayStation, are now available via GOG's Preservation Program, ensuring the original content remains untouched.
Capcom's Dino Crisis 3, an Xbox exclusive, remains the last entry in the series, despite fan calls for a reboot or HD remake. The release of Exoprimal, a dinosaur-themed multiplayer action game, and comments from series creator Shinji Mikami seemingly dashed hopes for a Dino Crisis revival.
These PC ports, previously difficult to run on modern systems, are now fully compatible with Windows 10 and 11 thanks to GOG's enhancements. GOG highlights the improved experience, stating that Regina's famous line, "You're extinct!", no longer applies to the games themselves.
Dino Crisis (GOG Version): Key Improvements
- Full Windows 10/11 compatibility.
- Six language localizations (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese).
- Original, Arrange, and Operation Wipe Out modes.
- Enhanced DirectX renderer.
- Expanded rendering options (Windowed Mode, VSync, Gamma Correction, Integer Scaling, Anti-Aliasing, etc.).
- Up to 4K (1920p) resolution and 32-bit color depth.
- Improved geometry, transformations, texturing, and alpha transparency.
- Enhanced game registry settings.
- Bug fixes for animation, video, music, and saving (eliminating save file corruption).
- Full modern controller support (DualSense, DualShock 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch, Logitech F series, and more) with optimized button mapping.
Dino Crisis 2 (GOG Version): Key Improvements
- Full Windows 10/11 compatibility.
- Two language localizations (English, Japanese).
- Inclusion of Easy difficulty, Dino Colosseum, and Dino Duel modes.
- Enhanced DirectX renderer.
- Expanded rendering options (Windowed Mode, VSync, Gamma Correction, Integer Scaling, Anti-Aliasing, etc.).
- Improved music playback and volume scaling.
- Enhanced item rendering and fog effects.
- Corrected cartridge box alignment.
- Bug fixes for video playback, task switching, and game exit.
- Full modern controller support (DualSense, DualShock 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch, Logitech F series, and more) with optimized button mapping and wireless mode support.
GOG also launched its Dreamlist, a community voting tool allowing users to suggest games for potential revival or addition to the platform. This initiative aims to gauge community interest and facilitate the release of more classic titles.