Killer7 was one of the fabled "Capcom Five", a selection of titles that the Japanese publisher pledged would be exclusive to the GameCube. As we all know, that claim didn't last long; out of the five, only P.N.03 remained Nintendo-only, with Dead Phoenix being canned in 2003 and the remaining three - Viewtiful Joe, Resident Evil 4 and Killer7 - all coming to the rival PlayStation 2.
Killer7 was perhaps the most unusual of the released games, a stylish action adventure title from Goichi "Suda51" Suda, who would later work on No More Heroes, Lollipop Chainsaw and Killer is Dead.
Speaking in an interview with Hardcore Gamer, Suda admitted that Killer7 is perhaps the hardest of his games to play, and he has the desire to remedy that situation by returning to the concept:
HG: Basically, you are staying faithful to the vision so that new audiences can see it as intended. That's exciting. Are there any other old works that you have done that you are hoping to revisit, to give this type of remastering treatment?
Suda51: I feel that Killer7 is the hardest of my games to play. I want to and feel that I need to do something about that. A remake, or remaster or something like that… (Sly grin.)
So, nothing to confirm, but something that you are really hoping for?
Unfortunately, it's up to Capcom to allow something like this. As far as I am concerned, I would like to do something like this, but I cannot say for certain that it will actually be done…I think Capcom would like the money…
(Laughs) It would be really awesome if I was able to do something with Killer7 again. I would be really happy if everyone showed their support. Capcom was really supportive of the title and I would imagine that they would be open to the idea if interest was shown. Again, no concrete plans yet, but it is a possibility.
Would you like to see Killer7 remastered at some point, or perhaps you'd like to see a sequel? Share your thoughts below, and let us know what kind of memories this unique title holds for you personally.
[source hardcoregamer.com]
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I find his games overrated by the loud minority.
It's kind of embarrassing really. They're just a bunch of genera mashups, tossed in with some super lame dialogue under the guise of being SUPER COOL.
The gameplay isn't even good! I'm sure if he made some silly animated 1 hour movies, they would be just as popular (if not more) with the same audience the games are trying to target; and at least then people wouldn't have to pretend to find the games are fun just because they are into his vomit-inspired story-telling.
That game remains truly unique and it turned me into a hardcore Suda51 fan. Truly I miss his games on Nintendo hardware.
Hm, I dunno... Killer7 is pretty weird and creepy. How about Suda focuses on other games instead..?
I wouldn't say no, though the controls would need to be improved more than anything else.
I would love to see a suda51 collection on a Nintendo console. I'll take a killer 7 remake though.
Agree with Phil_Kadavias all the way. Not a better description then beautifully disturbing. It was the first suda51 game I've ever played and I have very fond memories of it. would love to see a remake or like someone else said collection or Anthology if you will of his games for the NX remastered in HD, or remakes doesn't matter. would be a day 1 cop for me.
I would welcome this with open arms but it may be a good idea first to release a HD remake of the game to see if there is still an audience for the game. A HD remake would cost far less to make and wouldn't hit them as hard if the HD game flopped.
While I wouldn't want this to happen but facing reality the game is niche but I would still want another game in this series (even though its only 1 game) as I love his games (though killer is dead was eh to me).
I loved Killer 7. It was a great gameplay experience. Great story and gameplay mechanics. Survival horror at it's best. I would like to see a remaster and sequel.
Definetly would love to be able to play this again
I would love to see another Killer 7 game. I've been revisiting my GC library and want to see another Viewful Joe, Baten Kaitos, Beyond Good and Evil.
Suda 51 games on the NX hella yeah.
I'd insta-buy an HD remaster of Killer7 on any console, PC even
I'd like him to revisit No More Heroes. In fact, I distinctly remember him saying he wanted to revisit NMH when Grasshopper was acquired by GungHo. I doubt either will come to fruition.
@liljmoore Wii U was the perfect BK machine. If the NX has a gamepad and doesn't at least get a VC release of both games I'll be sad.
I bought this game, don't think I've experienced anything like it since! I loved No More Heroes too, on Wii.
Nintendo pay for this.
Yes! Remaster older games like this, not stuff we played 3-5 years ago....
take my money . just not all of it.
With the neglect Mega Man has gotten so far, let's be honest, how many chances are there for Killer7 to escape the exact same fate?
Love Goichi Suda and his games. The guy just oozes creative drive. If only Grasshopper had bigger budgets.
I'd love a 3DS port. That game was awesome.
<--- Look at this picture. You know my answer.
I actually feel that the control scheme works really well in K7. Using the a button to move made it really intuitive for people who aren't used to 3D games and the story and characters are what kept me moving along it was almost like a shooter crossed with a point-and-click adventure. It remains to this day one of my favorite GameCube titles. And I would love to play it again on the NX as I don't think I have enough time to play it when my kids were not around LOL.
The game that got in me into Suda Games. I would love to see sequel to Lollipop Chainsaw and a new No More Heros as well.
@LUIGITORNADO
What an enlightened comment.
@LUIGITORNADO I enjoy them. They come off like comic books to me as far as storylines go. Just something fun and silly.
My favorite suda's game ever, i'll buy it day zero, even a re-release of the gamecube or ps2 versions.
howsabout jsut have gamecube games on the eshop. then we can play the originals and decide better. also, no more of that "the original game experience" which really means "we couldn't be bothered to offer any enhancements at all".
I hated Killer 7. Just didn't get on with it
KIller7 is easily Suda's best game so far, would absolutely love a re-release or re-master. One thing that stands out when I go back to it however is how fidgety the controls are, if they could tighten up the aiming that'd be great. Make it HD and sort out the first person aiming and it'd be near perfect for me.
@SKTTR 'My master, this is dangerous, this is very dangerous'
Any new game or remake from Suda51 on a present (or future) Nintendo console would be a blessing for me
I wouldn't mind trying out that game since I never got a chance to play the game on the GC back then.
I read all about it in Nintendo Power but it's not easy getting games as a kid compared to an adult with a job.
I can dream but I won't hold my breath. I'd love a No More Heroes 3 as well. Not enough Travis Touchdown in my life sadly.
Suda is a freaking legend and Killer7 is certainly a masterpiece, worthy of being within top 25 most artistic games of all time. Beautiful and brilliant.
@faint There actually are comics, there was a mini-series of three.
@HnD awesome, makes my point even more valid.
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