Resident Evil: Deadly Silence

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  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Feb 7, 2006
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71

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

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  • Summary: (Also known as "BioHazard: Deadly Silence" in Japan) Experience the terror of Raccoon City as heroes Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine try to survive a mansion filled with flesh hungry zombies, giant spiders, horrific amphibious creatures, mutant dogs and worse. Now the Survival Horror(Also known as "BioHazard: Deadly Silence" in Japan) Experience the terror of Raccoon City as heroes Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine try to survive a mansion filled with flesh hungry zombies, giant spiders, horrific amphibious creatures, mutant dogs and worse. Now the Survival Horror Classic Resident Evil debuts with features exclusive to the Nintendo DS. Classic Mode – The original, high tension Resident Evil that features 80% exploration/puzzle solving and 20% intense battle elements. Rebirth Mode – Features a high octane game style that is 80% intense battle and 20% exploration/puzzle solving. Microphone Function – Solve puzzles and even resuscitate your injured teammate by blowing into the microphone. Bonus Mini-Game – Ward off hordes of the undead in the Master of Knifing mini-game. [Capcom]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 41
  3. Negative: 3 out of 41
  1. eToychest
    90
    While the game may feel a little dated, and the graphic quality is not necessarily all the Nintendo DS can offer, it is a worthy addition to anyone’s Nintendo DS library, even if this may be the fifth time you find yourself buying the 1996 original.
  2. GameZone
    81
    As the umpteenth port it can’t score as highly as original and exclusive DS titles, but as a handheld survival/horror game it is everything I wanted.
  3. Play Magazine
    80
    It's fun to relive the experience we had years ago on a tiny handheld, and given the nature of the DS, you can forgive more of the rougher edges. [Apr 2006, p.69]
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  4. AceGamez
    70
    There are many good elements to Resident Evil: Deadly Silence, but it ultimately fails to excel on the two levels it attempts: it fails as nostalgia because the weaknesses of the original get in the way of the fun, and it fails as a new game because neither the environment nor story translate to a unique or very scary experience anymore.
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  5. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    70
    Not essential, but worthwhile for anyone who hasn't played the original Evil in ages. [Apr 2006, p.104]
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  6. GamerFeed
    60
    But the game certainly hasn't aged well, and what worked ten years ago (ink ribbons, that zany control scheme) isn't so attractive these days.
  7. G4 TV
    40
    Now, if "Rebirth Mode" was more than just the original game with some half-hearted minigames tacked on -- if it sported updated graphics and a more intuitive control scheme, things would be different.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16
  1. doodlerman
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    For what has come out for the original DS, I think it's one of the better games. The original Resident Evil was a classic and it transfersFor what has come out for the original DS, I think it's one of the better games. The original Resident Evil was a classic and it transfers over to the DS extremely well. Even if it's corny by today's standards, I think they were sort of trying to model it off of a B-movie seeing it sort of starts with a cheesy live action forest sequence and the lead-in to the main menu is yet another cheesy live-action sequence of a guy getting attacked by some unseen force. The game's mystery still works today and the fact that you actually have to think about everything you do instead of running into the action and just blasting the monsters away and running through the game in a matter of minutes is great. You actually have to think about what you pick up and what you can actually carry (you have very limited amount of inventory space). Sometimes you have to sacrifice ammo, which is essential to surviving, just to carry more items - like key items used to progress in the game. This can be very annoying, but at the same time it sort of keeps the game interesting. Sure this game has flaws, but most are for those who aren't patient. The only flaw that still annoys me to this day and always will, is the fact that you have to use an ink ribbon for each save. Ink ribbons aren't necessarily difficult to find, but they take up space in your inventory (but on the bright side, they're stackable).… Expand
  2. ChrisR.
    Mar 30, 2007
    10
    An AWESOME game to have on your DS. Don't listen to the bad reviews. If you are a fan of the RE games then I guarantee you'll love An AWESOME game to have on your DS. Don't listen to the bad reviews. If you are a fan of the RE games then I guarantee you'll love this game. If you are new to RE, then you might find it a bit hard to adapt since it's essentially a 10 yr old game. Definitely worth biuying though. Although it's basically a port, added content and features makes it worth buying, even if you already have RE. Also, the graphics are a defnite improvement over the PS1 version. Character models are much smoother and nicer looking. I have all the RE games on Gamecube and even if this DS version is no match for REmake, it's still awesome to have it on a handheld. The RE games are seriously the only games that I can never get bored of replaying. So hurry up and get this game! I managed to score it for only AU$20!… Expand
  4. MutenRoshi
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Eine Super Portierung des PSone Originals auf den DS. Durch die Touch Steuerung und einen extra darauf ausgelegten Modus sogar noch mit einemEine Super Portierung des PSone Originals auf den DS. Durch die Touch Steuerung und einen extra darauf ausgelegten Modus sogar noch mit einem Extra kniff den es so nur auf dem DS gibt. Ein muss für alle Fans des Originals.… Expand
  5. RobertoM.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    its a good game, but the control have some mistakes.
  6. robogomo
    Jun 10, 2006
    9
    Considering that this is game is over 10 years old...it still has a lot good play! The added features with the touch screen really bring it Considering that this is game is over 10 years old...it still has a lot good play! The added features with the touch screen really bring it to an all new level...and it's just great fun. It's great to have a classic like this on the DS! And I agree with others who had posted--that the reviewer from other publications were just too harsh on this game. Don't believe the hype...this is a terrific game.… Expand
  7. Doom_ak
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    Old good Resident Evil. I would call it the best of other 1st chapter editions. Tanky control doesn't looks like something bad because come onOld good Resident Evil. I would call it the best of other 1st chapter editions. Tanky control doesn't looks like something bad because come on that's how it works for first REs. Graphics also fine and I fine it even more attractive than on PC… Expand
  8. JinF.
    Feb 6, 2006
    2
    i don't know the graphix are awefull, controls too... and alot of cheesiness is packed in package... this game was supposed to be so i don't know the graphix are awefull, controls too... and alot of cheesiness is packed in package... this game was supposed to be so much better.… Expand

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#29 Best DS Game of 2006
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