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eb1dfe9fc6f0ceff
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4 days ago

Game Remake Suggestion: Bringing the PS2 Classic "BLACK" to PlayStation 5

Dear Electronic Arts Licensing and Development Teams,

I am writing to you today as a long-time fan of EA's portfolio, with a specific request that I know echoes the sentiments of a massive community of tactical shooter enthusiasts: a full, modern remake of the 2006 PlayStation 2 masterpiece, BLACK.

Developed by Criterion Games and published by EA, BLACK was an absolute milestone in the first-person shooter genre. At a time when hardware was heavily limited, the game pushed the boundaries of what was possible with its revolutionary environmental destruction, Hollywood-level gun sound design, and intense cinematic gunplay. It was frequently dubbed "The Burnout of shooters," and it fully earned that title.

With the current power of the PlayStation 5—including high-fidelity ray tracing, ultra-fast SSD loading, and advanced physics engines—the destructive environments that made BLACK so unique could finally reach their true potential. Furthermore, the DualSense wireless controller’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers are absolutely tailor-made for a game focused entirely on the visceral, heavy feel of weaponry.

Many iconic titles from that era are receiving highly successful, ground-up remakes for modern consoles, introducing legendary experiences to a new generation while honoring loyal fans. BLACK is a prime candidate for this treatment. A remake retaining the raw, linear, action-focused intensity of the original—free from modern live-service bloat—is exactly what the shooter market is missing right now.

Thank you for your time, your dedication to great gaming experiences, and your consideration of bringing back one of the greatest tactical shooters ever made.

2 Replies

  • eb1dfe9fc6f0ceff's avatar
    eb1dfe9fc6f0ceff
    New Novice
    1 day ago

    Hi Darko,

    Thanks for taking the time to respond and for promising to pass the feedback along to the team!

    It's awesome to hear from someone else who recognizes just how ahead of its time Black really was. The destructible environments, the incredible gun audio, and the heavy, cinematic feel of the gunplay were unmatched back then, and like you said, it still holds up surprisingly well today.

    While I know a return or remake isn't currently on the table, I really hope the studio looks back at what made Black so special when designing future first-person shooters. If a remaster or sequel ever does become possible down the line, the community will definitely be ready for it.

    Thanks again for the support!

  • EA_Darko's avatar
    EA_Darko
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    1 day ago

    Hey eb1dfe9fc6f0ceff​ would love to see a modern update for Black that just gave it a graphical polish while retaining the same gameplay mechanics.

    Black was way ahead of its time; even playing it now and it really stands up when compared to modern shooters.

    Don't think that we will see a remake, remaster or return for the game but I'll make sure that the team hears your feedback.

    Darko

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