Summary
Of the various world premiers recently revealed at The Game Awards 2023,Jurassic Park Survival’s announcement was a bit unexpected, as a game of the same name was previously canceled, and many fans assumed it was left in the tar pits. But with the latestJurassic Park Survivaltrailer, it seems that it’s being revived. From what can be seen, the upcoming title by Saber Interactive looks to be strongly rooted in the iconography and tone of the original 1993 film, containing direct references to scenes, characters, and locations from it. It also seems to be riding the current crest of survival horror, appearing to have elements of the genre.
Capcom’sDino Crisiswas one of the earlier series to also feature the terrifying beasts. While not as popular as eitherJurassic Parkor Capcom’s flagshipResident Evilfranchise, thegames still hold a place in many players' hearts and minds as excellent survival horror experiences. However, the series hasn’t had much of a presence in gaming for nearly 30 years. Now,Jurassic Park Survivalcould be set to takeDino Crisis' place in the food chain of dinosaur games.
The most recentJurassic Parkgame was 2021’sJurassic World Evolution 2;a construction/management simulator.
Jurassic Park Survival Could Fill the Hole Left By Dino Crisis
Dino Crisis is Facing Extinction
Dino Crisiswas essentiallyResident Evil, but with dinosaurs. As Capcom developed both concurrently, they resembled each other closely in design and gameplay. The firstDino Crisisreleased in 1999, the same year asResident Evil 3: Nemesis. DC1was generally well-received, though overshadowed byResident Evil’s status as the premier survivor horror series. SeveralmoreDino Crisisgamesfollowed, each being regarded as increasingly inferior in quality, until the series slid into obscurity by the time of the third and final entry in 2003, lying dormant since.
However, interest inDino Crisisstill persisted, with fans inquiring regularly about the possibility of it receiving the same treatment as therecentResident Evilremakes. This was usually met with vague and noncommittal responses from Capcom, and nothing substantial regarding it has materialized. With Capcom enjoying the enormous success of theREremakes, as well as focusing on the next entries, it seems unlikely at this point the developer will turn its attention to theDino Crisisfranchise, even if it had the desire to, and would be well-received by the fans who continue to request it.Dino Crisisis becoming more of a fossil with each passing year.
Jurassic Park Survival Could be the Title Dino Crisis Fans Are Waiting For
As the closest real-life thing to mythical fantasy-like monsters, dinosaurs captivate many audiences, and are a perpetually popular creature to feature in media like games, where the immersion factor can greatly increase the experience. Though titles likeARK: Survival Ascendedand even Capcom’s own recent online co-op shooterExoprimalare dinosaur-centric, they aren’t pure survival horror, and thus don’t provide as intense an experience.Jurassic Parkgames themselves also vary in quality, and have never really attempted true survival horror.
Jurassic Park Survival, though, could be shaping up to be exactly the kind of game to fill the void left byDino Crisisin the genre. From the aspects seen so far, fans of the original titles wanting amodernDino Crisisstyle experience have good reason to be excited aboutJurassic Park Survival.WithDino Crisisremakes or remasters not currently looking to be happening any time soon,Jurassic Park Survivalmight be the next best thing, serving as a spiritual successor to scratch that particular itch.
Jurassic World Evolution 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s ground-breaking 2018 management simulation, Jurassic World Evolution, offering an all new narrative campaign voiced by cast members from across the Jurassic World film franchise, exciting new features, four engaging game modes, and an expanded roster of awe-inspiring dinosaurs.An Original Jurassic World Story: Learn what it takes to be a park management master in Campaign mode, a compelling, original narrative that puts you at the heart of the action following the earth-shattering events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Work alongside iconic characters from the films, including Dr. Ian Malcolm (voiced by Jeff Goldblum) and Claire Dearing (voiced by Bryce Dallas Howard), and lead the efforts to control, conserve, and contain wild dinosaurs now rampaging across the USA.Create your own Jurassic World: Take control with deeper management tools and creative options. Construct a range of customisable new buildings and hire new Scientists, and shape your park to meet the needs of both your guests and dinosaurs. Unleash your creativity in Sandbox mode, or test your skills in Challenge mode as you deal with diverse locations and environmental calamities.
