You probably don't remember Remember Me, but its one brilliantly unforgettable idea lives on

Nilin using her supernatural powers in Remember Me. .

REINSTALL

This article first appeared in PC Gamer magazine issue 406 in January 2025, as part of our Reinstall series. Every month we load up a beloved classic—and find out whether it holds up to our modern gaming sensibilities.

Poking fun at forgotten brawler Remember Me's name is low-hanging fruit, but it's hard to get anywhere without acknowledging the irony. These days, developer Don't Nod is instead remembered primarily for its two Life is Strange games. Remember Me is lucky to be a footnote.