Surprise! Aspyr Is Remastering a Shrek Game

Update []: During the ID@Xbox Showcase, Aspyr officially confirmed Shrek 2 Remastered will be arriving on multiple platforms including Switch 1 & 2 on 10th November 2026.

“The cult-classic, button-mashing co-op adventure is back with all your favorite characters and improved graphics. Journey through the fairytale kingdom of Far Far Away from Shrek’s swamp to Fiona’s castle and everywhere in between, in a classic action-adventure experience inspired by the DreamWorks Animation movie. Play solo or with up to three friends in co-op, take control of your favorite Shrek heroes as you smash, throw and kick your way against iconic characters from the franchise.”

• Improved Graphics: Everything has been rebuilt with better textures, enhanced UI, 4K resolution* and cutscenes.
• New Features: Create timeless snapshots using the new Photo Mode and unlock cheats in the new Cheats Meniu to make your playthrough a seamless experience.
• Up-to-4-Player Couch Co-op, Online or Mixed: A cozy, team-based co-op action-adventure game, playable solo or with up to four players in couch co-op, online multiplayer, and mixed online multiplayer & couch co-op.
• Immersive Levels Straight Out of a Fairytale: From Shrek’s swamp to the castle of Far Far Away, relive iconic moments from the movie featuring beloved characters and hidden Easter Eggs.
• Swap Heroes at Any Time: Swap your hero to battle enemies, conquer bosses, and solve environmental puzzles using your characters’ unique abilities to advance the story.

Original Story: [Sat 17th Oct, 2026 07:00 BST]:

Aspyr Media, the team behind the recent Lord of the Rings and Middle-earth ports for Nintendo platforms, has apparently got a remaster of Shrek 2 in the pipeline. This announcement has seemingly been leaked ahead of schedule via an official Xbox Store listing. A GTA 6-style promotional trailer has also surfaced online.

This action-adventure game was originally released in 2004 on multiple platforms including the GameCube. The Game Boy Advance also got its own version. As for this remaster, according to the now-removed store listing, it will apparently include improved graphics, new features, and up to four-player co-op (local and online).

A release window hasn’t been revealed just yet, and the only platform Shrek 2 Remastered is confirmed for at the moment is Xbox, but Aspyr usually releases these retro games on all modern platforms. It’s believed the official reveal could take place next week during the ID@Xbox Showcase, as Shrek features in the teaser trailer. The same company previously helped out with the original Mac port.