Engine remake

Software concept

UVL entries existing because the game engine was remade (likely by 3rd parties). By definition, the original game assets are needed to run the original but may be optional for running replacement clones on the new engine.

games

platforms

LIN 2000

LIN 2000

WIN 2000

LIN 2000

Ultima VII: The Black Gate

LIN 2001

OpenRA: Dune 2000

LIN 2015

Ultima VII Part 2: Serpent Isle

LIN 2001

WIN 2000

PSP 2007? *

LIN 2005

LIN ? *

LIN 2016

In rare cases the engine remake may have some level of involvement or endorsement by original companies or employees of these. Even without such cooperation, it is becoming increasingly common for companies to use engine remakes to officially republish their games. Depending on the licensing terms of the remake, companies making changes (fixes, improvements, marketablity alterations) to the remake are required to contribute their changes back to the remake.

However, many companies object to engine remakes and sometimes take legal action to attempt to put a stop to their use. Engine remakes that do not include the game assets itself usually fall under fair use exemptions to copyright.