The PlayStation Vita back in 2011 was a revolutionary portable gaming device that was arguably ahead of its time, boasting a bunch of exclusive games. One of them is action title Freedom Wars, which is finally getting a bunch of ports after 23 years.

Bandai Namco will be publishing Freedom Wars for various platforms -PC, PlayStation 5, PS4, Nintendo Switch- with developer Dimps handling the ports. The game is going under the new moniker Freedom Wars Remastered, and will be out for those platforms on 10th January 2025.

The big question is how Bandai Namco got the license of Freedom Wars from Sony Interactive Entertainment. Easy: Dimps got it from SIE but needed to look for a new publisher as SIE isn’t footing the bill here. Here’s a quote from original director Takashi Tsukamoto:

“When we [Dimps] received the license from Sony Interactive Entertainment to create a remastered version and were looking for a publisher, Bandai Namco Entertainment kindly stepped forward and offered to publish.”

Features list and trailer below:

• Deep Character Customization – Create a unique look that reflects your style with a vast array of options, from facial features to clothing and accessories. Tailor your weapon loadouts and gear to suit your gameplay preferences. Stand out in the fight for freedom!
• Elevated Experience – Freedom Wars Remastered brings enhancements such as 4K resolution, upgraded textures, and 60 frames per second performance on PlayStation and PC, an overhauled weapon crafting system and other game playupgrades, as well as adding difficulty settings. Improved graphics bring environments and characters to life, while refined controls ensure more responsive and intuitive gameplay.
• Exhilarating Cooperative Battles – Join forces with up to seven players in Freedom Wars‘ cooperative mode. Work together to rescue citizens and take down massive Abductors in fast-paced, action-packed missions. With dynamic teamwork and strategy, you’ll face ever-evolving challenges that demand skill, coordination, and quick thinking.