Resident Evil (2002)

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Apr 30, 2002
  • Also On: PC
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  • Summary: Raccoon City has been completely overrun by mutant beasts and bloodthirsty zombies. You are a member of S.T.A.R.S.--a rescue squad sent into the community to investigate the ominous mansion at the core of the disaster. Take the role of operative Jill Valentine or Chris Redfield and uncoverRaccoon City has been completely overrun by mutant beasts and bloodthirsty zombies. You are a member of S.T.A.R.S.--a rescue squad sent into the community to investigate the ominous mansion at the core of the disaster. Take the role of operative Jill Valentine or Chris Redfield and uncover the secrets behind a radical, genetic research facility. With an array of weapons to master and horrors around every corner, the ultimate test may be just to make it out alive.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. Total Video Games
    100
    The graphics are some of the best we have ever witnessed in a game to date, the storyline has been refined giving you more information about Umbrella and STARS, the game itself is pure genius.
  2. Gaming Age
    100
    Resident Evil on GameCube redefines fear...You think you know, but you have no idea.
  3. TotalGames.net
    95
    You MUST experience Resident Evil. Swoon at the graphics, cringe at the gore and prepare your nerves for the ride of their lives.
  4. GamingTrend
    91
    You have to play the game in the dark, with the volume cranked up, to really appreciate all this game has to offer. If you're into scary games, you won't find anything better than this.
  5. IGN
    90
    The prettiest, most atmospheric and all-around scariest game we've ever played.
  6. N-Insanity
    90
    It starts a bit on the slow side, but I still stand firm in my belief that Resident Evil is one of the strongest video games on the market.
  7. XenGamers
    67
    Unfortunately, this version of Capcom's seminal survival horror title doesn't play as good as it looks. As a matter of fact, it plays a whole heck of a lot like the original Resident Evil.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 120 out of 136
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 136
  3. Negative: 8 out of 136
  1. Leviathon
    Nov 15, 2003
    10
    Wow, I have only 1 time ever bought a gaming system for 1 title...Until now..again. RE remake maybe a REMAKE of a 5 year old game, but with Wow, I have only 1 time ever bought a gaming system for 1 title...Until now..again. RE remake maybe a REMAKE of a 5 year old game, but with the leaps and bounds in the storyline, camera angles, graphics (I never thought pre-rendered environments could look so stunning) & the game itself it's like an entirly new game.Not enough good things can and will be said about this rare gem in video game history. props to capcom again on the emvironments, can't wait for the fully 3-d backgrounds said to be on RE4.… Expand
  2. Goodtaste13
    Oct 13, 2012
    10
    Loved this game. This might be the best game ive played.i love all the horror,puzzles,and mysteries in this game. That is what makes residentLoved this game. This might be the best game ive played.i love all the horror,puzzles,and mysteries in this game. That is what makes resident evil...resident evil.i think its the best resident evil… Expand
  4. Roger_Kialo
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This is the best example of how a remake should be down and probably one of best the games human beings can create
  5. WesM
    Feb 16, 2009
    10
    The controls are done as they are on purpose. For one thing, the game uses a prerendered background, therefore the camera must be set. You The controls are done as they are on purpose. For one thing, the game uses a prerendered background, therefore the camera must be set. You can't praise the graphics but put down the controls and camera because of this. Secondly, the controls add to the atmosphere. The creators of the game will tell you that they are like they are to be suspenseful. If you God of War style controls, then zombies would be REALLY easy to avoid, and the game would be boring. It's about the ATMOSPHERE people!… Expand
  6. IchKc
    Jul 10, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever made. It shaped how a horror survival games should be. Story is excellent, the map is phenomenal in every SingleOne of the best games ever made. It shaped how a horror survival games should be. Story is excellent, the map is phenomenal in every Single aspect and the replay ability is crazy.
    10/10 must buy!    … Expand
  7. Storm1672
    May 4, 2013
    9
    Best remake ever. All of the additions are of essence. Graphics hold up really nice even today (11 years after release). Brings back all ofBest remake ever. All of the additions are of essence. Graphics hold up really nice even today (11 years after release). Brings back all of the chills of the original and even adds a really great sidestory.

    Controls feel clunky these days and the voice acting is from a B movie (although better than the original). Still best in the series... probably.    … Expand
  8. CharlieLoGamer
    Jul 6, 2023
    0
    Trash game, bad gameplay, story is confusing. mansion is also confusing, the hype for this game is stupid. It's not that good to be honest. ITrash game, bad gameplay, story is confusing. mansion is also confusing, the hype for this game is stupid. It's not that good to be honest. I can see some qualities however it was prety much qualitites that were great in that timeline. It's overrated and don't listen to mindless fanboys for this game.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#7 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#3 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
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#6 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002