Stephen Kick, CEO of Nightdive Studios, has once again expressed his wish to bring Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem back into the spotlight. The GameCube psychological horror classic from 2002 remains stuck on Nintendo’s hardware, but Kick hasn’t given up on the idea of a remaster.
Eternal Darkness still on Nightdive’s radar
In a recent interview with Shacknews, Kick put Eternal Darkness near the top of his so-called remaster “bucket list.” He noted that it’s been “locked behind the GameCube/Nintendo wall all this time” and admitted he’d personally love to see it re-released.
This isn’t the first time he’s raised the idea. Back in 2022, Kick revealed that Nightdive had spoken with Nintendo about potential collaborations, though the company seemed hesitant about letting third-party developers handle its older games. At the time, he emphasized that Eternal Darkness was his number one choice.
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Why Eternal Darkness is such a unique candidate
Part of what makes this title stand out is how it played with players’ expectations. The game introduced a “sanity meter” mechanic that caused hallucinations, screen distortions, and meta tricks designed to unsettle players. It wasn’t just a survival horror game; it was one that broke the fourth wall in ways few others dared.
That kind of experimentation explains why many fans and, clearly Nightdive itself see it as worth preserving.
Other titles on Nightdive’s wishlist
Kick also mentioned another dream project: The Operative: No One Lives Forever, the 2000 spy-shooter from Monolith Productions. Rights issues make that game a tricky case, but Kick still lists it as his top pick.
Meanwhile, Nightdive continues its work on more accessible projects. The studio’s next confirmed release is Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster, set for November 20, 2025, on Switch. Built on the Jedi engine used in Star Wars: Dark Forces, it shows the team’s commitment to reviving overlooked classics.
The wait for Eternal Darkness continues
For now, Eternal Darkness remains sealed inside Nintendo’s vault. Yet Kick’s repeated mentions prove the game hasn’t been forgotten. If Nintendo ever loosens its grip, Nightdive looks ready to pounc,e and horror fans will finally get a chance to lose their sanity all over again.
