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Dashiell Wood

Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake is beautiful, but some of its biggest changes introduce new rough edges

A Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake screenshot showing.

Just how much should you change when remaking a beloved cult classic? It’s a difficult question, as any approach comes with its own drawbacks. Simply sprucing up the visuals and little else risks you winding up with a game that feels dated and simplistic, while sprinkling in new additions could improve the experience for newcomers but upset your most dedicated long-term fans.

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Platform reviewed: PC
Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Release date: March 12, 2026

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