Legacy Title Receives Unexpected Patch, Fueling Remaster Talk

The cult-classic 2009 open-world action title, Prototype, is stirring up massive speculation within the gaming community after a surprise Steam update added significant new credits and data to the decade-and-a-half-old game. The unannounced patch, noticed by dataminers and the game’s dedicated fanbase, has led many to believe that a remaster or re-release is actively in development, marking a potential comeback for the dormant franchise.

Key Studios and Ubisoft Connect References Discovered

The latest update, a roughly 600MB patch for both Prototype and its 2012 sequel, Prototype 2, arrived without any official patch notes. However, a deep dive into the updated files revealed several intriguing new additions to the game’s credits:

• Iron Galaxy Studios: The most significant addition is the inclusion of this studio, known for its extensive work on ports and remasters for Activision, including the Spyro Reignited Trilogy and support on the PC version of the Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection. This name is a major indicator that a high-quality PC port or full-fledged remaster is being worked on.
• Ubisoft Connect Version: The credits now feature a team specifically for a “Ubisoft Connect Version,” a platform the game is not currently available on. This directly relates to the recent Microsoft/Activision acquisition deal, where Microsoft sold cloud gaming rights for Activision titles, including Prototype, to Ubisoft. This suggests a multi-platform strategy for the re-release.
• Activision Support Studios: Mentions of staff from other Activision internal support studios, such as Beenox and Demonware, further reinforce that substantial, recent development work has occurred on the title.

The Demand for Alex Mercer’s Return

The franchise, which centers on amnesiac anti-hero Alex Mercer utilizing destructive shape-shifting powers in a virus-ravaged New York City, has maintained a strong following despite being largely inactive since its re-release on PS4 and Xbox One in 2015. The open-world sandbox and unique super-powered combat remain unmatched for many fans looking for a pure power fantasy game experience.

The sudden and silent nature of the Steam update—which notably broke the popular fan-made mod “Prototype Fix” (used to run the game on modern PCs) before quickly being updated itself—suggests internal work is underway. While no official announcement has been made by Activision or Microsoft, the appearance of a dedicated remaster studio and external platform references makes the prospect of a Prototype remaster a strong possibility. Fans of the original game, and the superhero video game genre, are watching closely for an official confirmation and potential release date.