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Games That Need Remaking: Kid Icarus

I recently downloaded the original Kid Icarus on the Wii’s virtual console, and to be honest, I was a bit disappointed. The game has a relatively large following, as a cult hit and a retro gem, but the game really isn’t very good, even by 80s gaming standards. However, the characters and creatures, as well as the basic ideas behind the game are interesting. With Pit, the main protagonist, receiving an updated look for Super Smash Bros. Brawl, there was never a better time than now to remake this game.

What needs to stay:

• Basic “gods and goddesses” world
• Main character Pit
• Cool creatures
• Awesome Music

What needs to change:

• Horrible exploration
• Sloppy movement
• Cheesy dialog

What needs to be added:

• Better exploration
• The new, updated Pit
• Epic boss battles

With these changes, a new Kid Icarus game could prove to be a great new franchise for Nintendo. Imagine the cool environments and Greek Pantheon storyline, but with a child like quality that only Nintendo could supply. Now is the perfect time for this game, both with Pit’s first role in years and with the popularity of “swords and sandals” epics. Add some awesome Wii remote flight controls, and voila! A winning combination to be sure.

For the curious, here’s a look at the original Kid Icarus: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSfS9w9_0kg

And here’s a look at Pit in Super Smash Bros. Brawl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EoJhfmVPZk

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