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New Command & Conquer Remastered Collection Hinted by EA

Command & Conquer fans have received a wave of exciting news this week. Over the years, the iconic real-time strategy series has been spread across multiple digital platforms, primarily accessible through EA's Origin storefront. However, EA recently added all the remaining Command & Conquer titles to Steam, meaning the entire series is now available on the largest PC gaming platform. This move has thrilled fans and sparked speculation about a potential new remastered collection.

All Command & Conquer Titles Now on Steam

In a significant development, EA has made the entire Command & Conquer series available on Steam. This includes classic titles like Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 & Yuri’s Revenge, which have already seen a surge in player numbers. Players can now purchase the games separately or as part of the Command & Conquer Ultimate Collection.

"Today’s update for It Takes Two adds support for Steam Deck and game invites through the Steam friends list, and removes the need for the EA App launcher."

Alongside this announcement, Jim Vesella, a Lead Producer at EA and a familiar figure in the Command & Conquer community, shared a message with fans. Vesella played a pivotal role in the success of the first Command & Conquer Remastered Collection, which included Tiberian Dawn and Red Alert, and has been a key advocate for the series within EA.

Hinting at a New Remastered Collection

In his message, Vesella dropped a subtle but potentially significant hint about the future of Command & Conquer remasters. While discussing the addition of the series to Steam, Vesella mentioned the "first C&C Remastered Collection."

"After the launch of the first C&C Remastered Collection, I told our community council I would continue to try and find opportunities to support the C&C community and franchise wherever possible."

The use of the term "first" has led many to speculate that a second remastered collection might be in the works. This is further supported by the recent inclusion of FinalSun and FinalAlert 2, the beloved map editors for Tiberian Sun and Red Alert 2, on Steam. These tools are now accessible directly from the Steam versions of their respective games, suggesting that these titles could be next in line for a remaster.

Community and Market Response

The Command & Conquer community has been quick to respond to these developments, with a significant increase in player engagement. Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 & Yuri’s Revenge alone has seen nearly 7,000 players on Steam, reflecting a renewed interest in the series.

"We knew this has been a request of the C&C community for over a decade, and has been an equal goal of us passionate C&C folks around the company. As such, a dedicated strike team here at EA has been pushing to make this a reality – but we knew we couldn’t do it alone." — Jim Vesella

The successful launch and positive reception of the first remastered collection have set a strong precedent, and the community's response to the recent updates indicates a robust demand for more Command & Conquer content.

The Future of Command & Conquer

While there is no official confirmation yet of a new remastered collection, the signs are promising. The strategic release of map editors and Vesella's careful wording suggest that EA is testing the waters for further investments in the Command & Conquer franchise.

For now, fans can enjoy the complete series on Steam and keep an eye out for any official announcements regarding new remastered collections. The potential for a Command & Conquer Remastered Collection Vol. 2, including Tiberian Sun and Red Alert 2, has the community eagerly anticipating more news.

In the meantime, this resurgence of Command & Conquer titles on Steam offers both long-time fans and new players the chance to experience the beloved RTS series in its entirety.

"I realize many of you have been wondering about the status of Command & Conquer over the past several years," Vesella says. "After the launch of the first C&C Remastered Collection, I told our community council I would continue to try and find opportunities to support the C&C community and franchise wherever possible."

With this renewed focus and potential new projects on the horizon, Command & Conquer is set to make a significant comeback in the world of real-time strategy games.