Square Enix is remastering Gex for modern consoles

In the Gex games, players navigate through various levels, each designed as a parody of a television genre, such as horror, cartoons, and kung-fu movies. Gex, the titular gecko, is characterized by his rapid-fire quips and one-liners, many of which make reference to popular culture, adding a unique and entertaining layer to the gameplay. This charm, coupled with the exciting platforming action, made Gex a standout character in the gaming landscape of the '90s.

The announcement didn't provide specific gameplay details or a release date, but fan anticipation is already high. Gex's voice, a significant element of the game's success, varied across releases. In North America, comedian Dana Gould lent his comedic talent to the character, while actors Leslie Phillips and Danny John-Jules voiced Gex in the UK version. In Japan, Mitsuo Senda voiced the titular character. The remastered trilogy may see the return of these voice artists, providing fans with an authentic Gex experience.

With fans eager for the return of the quick-witted gecko, it's possible that this could be a stepping stone for a fully-fledged return of the Gex franchise. But, of course, that's still a long way off.

For now, Square Enix and Limited Run Games still have to release the Gex Trilogy first and see how it goes.

Speaking of remakes, Square Enix is sitting on a treasure trove of classic titles that it plans to make use of sooner instead of later. Fingers crossed, the Gex Trilogy is just the start of its slate of non-JRPG remasters.