Classic Gaming Hits You Should Revisit In 2024

The tech-forward world that we live in today is ever-advancing, and the gaming industry is no stranger to evolution. Comparing this realm’s current stature to what it was decades ago, you cannot help but marvel at the fact that technology has come very, very far. Now, the funny thing is: Some games, despite launching years and years ago, still hold up today gameplay-wise, if not graphically. 

You simply cannot help but wonder how is that so, but then again, gaming has always remained a wondrous phenomenon. It’s essentially a waste of time, but the best thing on the planet all the same for millions around the globe. 

This piece highlights some olden games that you should check out in 2024. Getting the dust off of them and firing them up after all this time is going to prove a worth-it experience, or you can have me by the throat otherwise.  

Timeless Classics That Continue To Stay Evergreen

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1. Doom (1993) 

We’re going to get off on the right foot here, talking about a game that’s as timeless as candles and music. The original Doom, released in 1993, is a total experience, offering the very best in terms of first-person shooting at the time, with its sequel boasting an iconic weapon that would retain its name in the history books, the Super Shotgun. 

Coming out almost three decades ago, Doom is one of the pioneers of the genre, and certainly worth looking into, if you can spare $5 on Steam.

2. Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic

Now, here’s one game that you should revisit annually. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is one of the best Star Wars titles ever made, released for a variety of platforms, including Xbox and PC, back in 2003 to huge critical acclaim. Despite being an RPG, KOTOR puts such a huge emphasis on the storyline, that you cannot help but keep coming back to it every once in a while. 

Now, ever since 2021, a remake of the game has been announced, but word on it has been scant, with rumors here and there that the project has been left dead for good. Aspyr started out as the developer of the KOTOR remake, but in 2022, Saber Interactive was placed in charge of the development instead. 

3. Super Mario World

Coming out for the SNES back in 1990, what Super Mario World brings to the table is a breath of fresh air, thanks to its relatively improved gameplay, and the same magic of 2D sidescrolling magic continually observed in the Super Mario franchise. Everything from its unique gameplay, stellar visuals at the time, and great replayability have cemented Super Mario World as one of gaming’s greats, and I don’t wonder why.

Talking about this game again has renewed my excitement for the upcoming Mario and Luigi: Brothership, which is looking absolutely fantastic from all that we’ve seen so far.

4. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Next up, we’ve got a relic of the past that somehow makes its presence very clear, even when talked about in the day and age of today. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is one of the greatest 2D action RPGs, if not the greatest altogether, ever made, and you’re missing out if you haven’t played it already. Exceptional combat, a fantastic story filled with twists and turns, and top-notch exploration potential—not a lot more you could ask from this one. 

It’s a PSX game that somehow manages to hold up graphically even in 2024, so in case you’ve got one of your old consoles still lying around, go ahead and fire this one up. 

5. Halo: Combat Evolved 

One of the very first Halos ever made, Combat Evolved brought something special to the table when it come out, featuring local multiplayer and making playability greater forever. From boasting an iconic multiplayer map that’s remembered even to this day to taking an absolutely bizarre turn in its narrative, this first-person shooter is worthy of replays on a monthly basis, especially if you’re a Halo fanatic.

6. Left 4 Dead 2 

I have extremely fond memories with the 2008-released sequel to the first Left 4 Dead. It’s a game hailing from a time when Valve’s focus hinged on game development as well, having put out the likes of Half-Life earlier. Left 4 Dead 2 improves upon its predecessor in multiple ways, and thanks to its gameplay setting and overall mechanics being so well-made, the title’s made its name in history already.