Developer Wanted – F.E.A.R. Remastered Project (Source Code Provided)
Budget: $500 – $1,000 AUD
(Applicants from select countries will not be considered – see below)
We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate C++/game engine developer to help remaster the iconic F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault Recon) game using the original source code. This project is privately funded and aims to deliver a respectful, high-performance remaster that stays true to the original game’s aesthetic and gameplay — while bringing it up to modern technical and visual standards.
Project Overview:
- Full access to the original source code base (available on a secure Linux system, which will be provided).
- The goal is to create a remastered version for PC that features:
- Updated rendering (lighting, shadows, shaders raytracing, etc.)
- High-resolution textures (4K-capable where possible)
- Widescreen UI support
- Recompiled and optimized 64-bit engine
- Optional: Vulkan/DX12 backend for improved compatibility
Developer Requirements:
- Strong C++ experience (especially low-level graphics/engine code)
- Familiarity with DirectX 9, 10, 11, 11_1 & 2, 12 & 12_1, OpenGL, or Vulkan
- Experience with remaster or reverse-engineering/modding old PC games
- Ability to debug legacy codebases and modernize them
Bonus if experienced with:
- Havok Physics (as used in F.E.A.R.)
- LithTech or other Monolith engines
- Shader porting and post-processing systems
- Porting across systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, Console)
Deliverables:
- Fully working PC build of the remastered F.E.A.R. engine (native 64-bit usage of Unreal Engine 5)
- Upgrade roadmap documentation
- Modular code structure for easy texture/model/audio injection
- Optional: Mod tools or compatibility layer for the modding community
How to Apply: Manual applications only. Please include:
1. A short proposal outlining your experience with game engine work, especially legacy code.
2. Portfolio links or sample projects.
3. Any formal qualifications in software engineering or game development.
Region Restrictions: Applications will not be accepted from individuals or teams based in: ❌ Pakistan ❌ Bangladesh ❌ China ❌ India ❌ Russia ❌ Kazakhstan
This project is a unique opportunity for a developer who appreciates classic PC games and wants to be part of reviving a cult classic.
We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate C++/game engine developer to help remaster the iconic F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault Recon) game using the original source code. This project is privately funded and aims to deliver a respectful, high-performance remaster that stays true to the original game’s aesthetic and gameplay — while bringing it up to modern technical and visual standards.
Project Overview:
- Full access to the original source code base (available on a secure Linux system, which will be provided).
- The goal is to create a remastered version for PC that features:
- Updated rendering (lighting, shadows, shaders raytracing, etc.)
- High-resolution textures (4K-capable where possible)
- Widescreen UI support
- Recompiled and optimized 64-bit engine
- Optional: Vulkan/DX12 backend for improved compatibility
Developer Requirements:
- Strong C++ experience (especially low-level graphics/engine code)
- Familiarity with DirectX 9, 10, 11, 11_1 & 2, 12 & 12_1, OpenGL, or Vulkan
- Experience with remaster or reverse-engineering/modding old PC games
- Ability to debug legacy codebases and modernize them
Bonus if experienced with:
- Havok Physics (as used in F.E.A.R.)
- LithTech or other Monolith engines
- Shader porting and post-processing systems
- Porting across systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, Console)
Deliverables:
- Fully working PC build of the remastered F.E.A.R. engine (native 64-bit usage of Unreal Engine 5)
- Upgrade roadmap documentation
- Modular code structure for easy texture/model/audio injection
- Optional: Mod tools or compatibility layer for the modding community
How to Apply: Manual applications only. Please include:
1. A short proposal outlining your experience with game engine work, especially legacy code.
2. Portfolio links or sample projects.
3. Any formal qualifications in software engineering or game development.
Region Restrictions: Applications will not be accepted from individuals or teams based in: ❌ Pakistan ❌ Bangladesh ❌ China ❌ India ❌ Russia ❌ Kazakhstan
This project is a unique opportunity for a developer who appreciates classic PC games and wants to be part of reviving a cult classic.