[3][4] A remastered version, titled Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair,[b] was released for PlayStation 4 and Windows in 2016, which includes the original game as well as a new expansion.

There is no penalty for collateral damage that is inflicted on the environment by the player, for instance when buildings crumble after sustaining a few hits from a rocket launcher or grenade.

Eight years after defeating the last Ravager in Arizona (even though the final battle in the previous game was in Japan), they attack again with new creatures, evolved from their underground nest.

They were originally announced as bonuses for pre-orders of the Japanese version, including exclusive content for purchasing the game at some web retailers.

"[36] Forbes gave the PS4 version a score of eight out of ten and called it "a raucous and fun shooter with a different as well as more open ended approach compared to the more scripted movie wannabe type games out there.

"[37] Shacknews gave the Xbox 360 version a score of six out of ten, saying, "Shortcomings aside, Earth Defense Force 2025 is an action experience that will put a big, stupid grin on your face.

"[38] However, The Digital Fix gave the PS3 version five out of ten, saying that it "has a fiercely loyal following, and fans are likely to be happy embracing this latest title, bugs and all.

For everyone else though, EDF 2025 is the gaming equivalent of Sharktopus: a bargain basement, low-budget cheesefest of the highest order, mildly amusing for a short time, filled with awful lines, and completely forgettable.

"[29] Slant Magazine gave the Xbox 360 version two-and-a-half stars out of five, saying that "Even though it tries so very hard to jam-pack a pick-up-and-play shooter with missions, weapons, and multiplayer options aplenty, it's a game that has limits to its staying power, leaving the player hungry for something more substantial.