The Thing: Remastered Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-11-14
- Visually faithful remaster
- Improved graphics significantly
- Fun classic shooter gameplay
- Smooth modern PC performance
- Generic story
- Outdated gameplay and clunky controls
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows <8GB VRAMpositiveWindows 12-15GB VRAMpositive
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 73%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 27%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 72%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 28%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 947
- Negative points
- 890
- Gameplay points
- 699
- Perf. points
- 45
- Rec. points
- 277
- Misc points
- 573
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Visually faithful remaster
| The remaster is widely regarded as visually decent and well-polished while staying faithful to the original. Many reviewers highlight it as a beautiful, exemplary remaster that looks as good as it can. | 31% |
Improved graphics significantly
| The remaster features significantly enhanced graphics compared to the original, with improved textures, lighting, and effects. Reviewers note the updated visuals are a pleasure to experience. | 27% |
Fun gameplay
| Players find the game highly enjoyable and fun to play, with easy-to-learn mechanics. Even with rough edges, the core gameplay remains pleasant and engaging. | 25% |
Solid overall game
| The game is considered a solid and good experience overall, with enjoyable gameplay and a worthwhile package. Many reviewers describe it as pretty good and worth playing. | 24% |
Nightdive's remaster praised
| Reviewers consistently commend Nightdive Studios for delivering a high-quality remaster. The work is described as spectacular, commendable, and worth the money, with many calling it their best remaster yet. | 23% |
Strong atmosphere
| The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with reviewers describing it as strong and well-done. The early game atmosphere is particularly noteworthy. | 12% |
Good weapon variety
| Reviewers appreciate the solid variety of weapons available, finding them helpful and well-implemented. The wide range of weapons adds to the gameplay experience. | 12% |
Smooth performance
| The remaster runs very smoothly, with reviewers noting it runs like a dream and plays smoothly. The game's performance is consistently praised. | 9% |
Holds up for its age
| Despite being from 2002, the game's mechanics and visuals hold up very well. Reviewers are impressed by how well it has aged. | 7% |
Worthwhile experience overall
| The overall experience is enjoyable and worth the time, described as smooth and solid. Reviewers find it a satisfying package. | 7% |