# Cult Horror Game Reboots 'Yume Nikki: Dream Diary' is Finally Getting the 3D Reboot it Deserves By Justin Lam | Published 2018-01-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yume-nikki References: [ca.ign](http://ca.ign.com/articles/2018/01/25/yume-nikki-dream-diary-revealed) & [polygon](https://www.polygon.com/2018/1/25/16929882/yume-nikki-dream-diary-3d-remake-pc-release-date) 'Yume Nikki: Dream Diary' is finally receiving a reboot appeasing fans of the original Japanese horror game. Yuke Nikki: Dream Diary may not be an absolute classic, but the horror game has built up quite a cult following since its 2004 release. This new reboot will be made for Windows PC and has the one man team join forces with [Active Gaming Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-preservation), and the original developer of the game Kikiyama. Early screenshots of the game show the 2D world brought into a 3D space with enhanced graphics that amplify the horrors of the original game. There have been quite a few [reboots in videogaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-world-2-repac) over the last decade, but this release stands as one of the only remakes of a cult game. The original never really gained much traction, in terms of profit, but developed a following years after its initial release. This is due in part to multiple factors, but perhaps the most prevalent is the rise of [horror gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-never-wake) thanks to advances in technology. With horror games becoming more immersive, there may be a growing opportunity in revamped horror games of the past. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rebooted Cult Games:** Reviving cult classic games with enhanced graphics and immersive experiences. - **Horror Gaming Revival:** The rise of immersive horror gaming is leading to a resurgence in interest for revamped horror games. - **Remakes and Reboots:** Remakes and reboots of cult games are gaining popularity and attracting new audiences. ### Where This Applies - **Video Gaming:** The video gaming industry can capitalize on the demand for rebooted cult games by updating graphics and gameplay to create immersive experiences. - **Technology:** Advancements in technology, such as enhanced graphics and immersive gameplay, are driving the revival of horror gaming and the demand for remakes and reboots. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can tap into the nostalgia of cult game fans by reviving and reinventing beloved titles with modern enhancements and immersive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iconic Horror Game Remasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-hill-2.md) - [Iconic Horror Game Remasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/system-shock-2-remaster.md) - [Reimagined Horror Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resident-evil-4.md) - [Iconic Horror Franchise Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellraiser-revival.md) - [Contemporary Classic Horror Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-wakes-the-deep.md) - [Remastered Cult Classic Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heroes-of-newerth-reborn.md) - [Zombie Video Game Remakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollipop-chainsaw.md) - [Monstrous Horror Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-video-games.md) - [Ghostly Adventure Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-trick-phantom-detective.md)