X-Out: Resurfaced

Pure NintendoKirk Hiner

8/10

X-Out: Resurfaced is an extremely challenging, side-scrolling shoot 'em up from the Commodore 64 days, effectively polished for modern consoles. Will that polish help it appeal to modern arcade action fans? Let's dive in to find out.Read More

Impulse GamerChris O'Connor

The late 80's and 90's produced some fantastic platform and scrolling games, titles such as Gods, Xenon (and arguably even more so Xenon 2: Megablast) and

GamingBoltMatthew Carmosino

7/10

A pretty straightforward remake of an excellent 90s shoot-em-up set in the depths of the ocean. The enhanced visuals of the deep sea stages look vibrant and faithful, though a classic graphic toggle would've been nice. A new mirror mode, some added cheats, and a preconfigured submarine loadout screen are nice additions and all, but the lack of save options or online co-op is a missed opportunity. Still, what's here is solid stuff, especially if you like a well-earned challenge. This is a strong recommendation for fans of the game or shoot-em-up enthusiasts, but the $20 price tag might be too m...

VGChartzEvan Norris

6/10

Shop 'til you drop.In January 2022, preservationist publisher Ziggurat finalized a deal to bring 80+ games from the Rainbow Arts catalog [...]

GamesticDaRmaZat

Unscored

In conclusion, X-Out: Resurfaced is a worthy revival of a nearly forgotten classic, bringing back its unique underwater setting and deep ship customization while improving visuals, audio, and gameplay options. However, its merciless difficulty and lack of a save system mean it’s not for the faint of heart. If you thrive on challenge and love fine-tuning your arsenal between deaths, this is a rewarding but punishing experience. If not, the included cheats and co-op mode might be your lifeline.