We all saw how popular the decision was when Stern decided to go with hand drawn artwork on Metallica - finally breaking from the constant photoshop work. Couple that with an original or evolved design from a popular game of the past and it could be successful. Many put their hands up for the Medievil remake. Imagine making a continuation of Catcus Canyon - or King Pin for example. Change the name and use the same concept. Give the designers and support crew the chance to break away from the confines of a licence just once. John Trudeau is a master of making something from nothing.
Who knows if the investors will allow for that within their agreement.