# Revamped Dual-Stick Digital Games The Metroid Prime Remastered Game Gets a New Digital Form By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metroid-prime-remastered-game References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/metroid-prime-remastered-switch-230628691.html) & [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/metroid-dread-nintendo-switch-hands-on-130040843.html?uuid=XH145kpC7Eo2VS8O2763)  [Nintendo Direct](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kirby) surprises fans with a new revamped iteration of the Metroid Prime Remastered game that is led by improved graphics. Additionally, it also features [dual-stick controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killscreen-cubesense) that are arguably much more intuitive during play. It can function similarly to a [GameCube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gamecube-controller) and also features other control options as well for a customized experience. Players are able to gain a sense of nostalgia with the new update. The remastered iteration is also available in digital form and can be accessed through the Nintendo eShop for the price of $40. For those that prefer to get their hands on a hard copy of the new game, it will be launching officially on February 22nd later this month. Image Credit: Retro Studios, Nintendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Revamped Digital Games:** There is an opportunity for game studios to revamp classic games by improving graphics and introducing new features like dual-stick controls. - **Nostalgic Game Updates:** There is a trend of game developers updating old games to appeal to nostalgia and attract older gamers. - **Digital Game Distribution:** There is a trend towards distributing games digitally through platforms like Nintendo eShop and other online marketplaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of revamped nostalgic games by updating old titles with new features and improved graphics, and distributing them digitally. - **Digital Distribution:** Companies that specialize in digital distribution, such as Nintendo eShop and other online marketplaces, will continue to benefit from the trend of digital game distribution. - **Video Game Development:** Game developers can take advantage of the nostalgia trend by creating remastered versions of popular old titles and adding new features that appeal to both old and new gamers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernized Retro Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gamecube-controller.md) - [Improved Adventure Game Ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kirby.md) - [Isolating Alien Survival Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metroid-prime-4-beyond.md) - [Exploration Ghost Game Remasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luigis-mansion-dark-moon.md) - [Remade Fantasy Action Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-mickey-rebrushed.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-gamecube-controller.md) - [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyxi.md) - [Re-Imagined Deluxe Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stanley-parable.md) - [Flagship First-Party Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-pro-controller-2.md)