GoldenEye 007 Headed to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Game Pass, and Switch - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 13 September 2022 / 5,613 Views
Microsoft and developer Rare have announced GoldenEye 007 will be coming to the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass, and Nintendo Switch. Those who own a digital copy of Rare Replay will get the remaster for free.
The Xbox versions of the game supports dual analogue stick controls, native 16:9 resolution up to 4K, a consistent refresh rate, and achievements.
The Switch version will be included in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack and will be the only version to have online multiplayer.
"25 years after its original release, experience GoldenEye 007 faithfully recreated for Xbox consoles," said developer Rare. "Includes achievements, 4K resolution and a smoother framerate – even in split-screen local multiplayer!"
View the reveal trailer below:
Read details on the game below:
Since its original release in 1997, GoldenEye 007 has remained a beloved classic in the hearts and minds of millions of fans worldwide. Today, we’re excited to announce that a new generation of players will soon get to experience the genre-defining stealth shooter gameplay for themselves, faithfully recreated to preserve the action and excitement of the original while adding new features for the modern age of gaming.
Players will guide James Bond on a global espionage mission to prevent the devastating power of the GoldenEye satellite from being unleashed upon the world. The classic campaign mode, transformative difficulty levels and havoc-inducing cheats will all make their return – as will the iconic split-screen local multiplayer mode, allowing up to four players to take to the couch in a battle of wits and skill.
The original experience has been updated with improved control options (including dual analogue stick support), native 16:9 resolution up to 4K Ultra HD (where supported), a consistent refresh rate and a full complement of achievements to unlock.
GoldenEye 007 will be made available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S as part of Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, players who own a digital copy of Rare Replay, the 30-game compilation of classics from the award-winning studio behind GoldenEye 007’s original release, will be able to download and enjoy the game free of charge
Whether you’re a veteran player or a rookie agent heading into the field, GoldenEye 007 is a legendary gaming experience that deserves not to be missed. We’ll have more information, including just when you can expect to step into 007’s shoes, to share soon.
A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.
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I can hardly wait to throw sticky mines onto someone’s ass :)
Facility, one of my all time favorite game levels and a level I used to time attack myself on for hours.
Only the Switch version will have online multiplayer? That is quite surprising and weird.
Yeah, that's definitely a bit odd. Wonder if there was some mistake.
That was most likely the bullet Microsoft had to bite to get this re-released. All parties had to agree and Nintendo definitely would've wanted the extra perks.
What an age we live in.
I'm guessing that the exclusivity for online play will be time-limited and MS will get online play down the road.
Imagine owning a studio and not being able to make your version of the game as complete as other versions.
There were a lot of moving parts that had to come together for this to happen. And this game was originally made using Nintendo’s money, so they had arguably the strongest claim.
Given MS and Nintendo are pretty close I doubt that happened. But I am sure details of why will come eventually.
I would argue that MS and Nintendo are not really "close". I think MS has been trying to get close and released a couple of games on the Switch in the hopes that Nintendo would give something in return, but I think it should be obvious by now that Nintendo is not really interested.
Why has the far superior multiplayer platform in Xbox doesn't have multiplayer ?
Did Nintendo force MS to deny them multiplayer in order to get this deal done ? If yes, that that is some serious
BS.
Major Games media once again derelict in their duty ignoring such obvious questions to ask.
They fianlly worked out a deal?
I'm very impressed!
Nice bonus for those who bought Rare Replay :) well, digital version that is lol
Finally one of the best games of its gen is getting its much deserved release.
Nintendo must fight a hard bargain, thats a big key feature missing in the other versions with online MP
Sony gonna complain about this too?
Haven't you seem Jim Ryan complaining of Nintendo not releasing Mario Platformers and Pokemon on PS5?
lol i hope that's a joke but if not please link me because that would be stupid of Jim
It clearly says "Those who own a DIGITAL copy of Rare Replay will get the remaster for free. ".
The physical version will not get it obviously :)
Sounds like a Jim Ryan move XD
Microsoft: "Should have gone digital like we've been pushing you to for the last ten years."
