Resident Evil 2

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  1. Chapa9dj
    Oct 31, 2019
    10
    The perfect remake of my favourite game, i've been waiting for decades.
    CAPCOM nailed in every single aspect, i really hope RE Nemesis follows the same path.
    This is how a remake its done.

    It's my GOTY 2019.
  2. Langly
    Feb 6, 2019
    10
    Absolute masterpiece! Not just a remaster but a remake that stays true to the original, executed with near perfection.
  3. oso
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    Capcom has definitely proven how a remake should be done. They made an outstanding recreation of the original Resident Evil:2 with some reasonable quality of life changes (like the 3rd person view) but kept the original feeling of the game by also offering old-school elements for the hardcore fanbase.
    I didn't find a single aspect of the game that could be criticized - be it the technical    Capcom has definitely proven how a remake should be done. They made an outstanding recreation of the original Resident Evil:2 with some reasonable quality of life changes (like the 3rd person view) but kept the original feeling of the game by also offering old-school elements for the hardcore fanbase.
    I didn't find a single aspect of the game that could be criticized - be it the technical aspects or the replayability - its simply incredibly well done.    … Expand
  4. TheVoodoo
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    This is a golden sample how to do a remake!

    stunning graphic & animations
    great sound & atmosphere
    excelent voiceacting
  5. Jridgen
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    To borrow from NVIDIA, a game that "just works". I'm talking about the technical side. It's refreshing to play a game that performs consistently and is almost completely free of bugs. Good start.

    From the 7 RE games I've played this is the second best in the series, only to RE4. It's a near perfect blend of puzzle tasks and tense, claustrophobic action sequences. Whereas RE6 jumped    To borrow from NVIDIA, a game that "just works". I'm talking about the technical side. It's refreshing to play a game that performs consistently and is almost completely free of bugs. Good start.

    From the 7 RE games I've played this is the second best in the series, only to RE4. It's a near perfect blend of puzzle tasks and tense, claustrophobic action sequences. Whereas RE6 jumped the shark into overpowered action frenzy, this game rarely lets up the tension because you constantly feel under threat. Capcom did a great job of capturing the gameplay spirit of RE4. Although this game doesn't require you to stand completely still when performing a shot, it rewards you for doing so by focusing your cursor. Of course, there's also the infamous scarcity of ammo.

    Did I mention the graphics are amazing at 4k? I'd take this engine cloned to any game out there. I was running it initially on a 980ti, but was due for an upgrade anyway, so pulled the trigger on a 2080. I can play it near maxed out, just lowering shadows and a couple other settings to get to 4k60. Contrast this to another (relatively good) survival horror series, The Evil Within, which is a clunky mess technically (FPS drops, inadequate GPU/CPU usage), and has mediocre graphics.

    I tip my hat to Capcom. I know most are calling for RE3 remake and don't think an RE4 remake is warranted since it already has the over the shoulder cam, but honestly, I'd be first in line for an RE4 remake with new puzzles, bigger areas, and dynamic lighting/fog effects. To me that game still edges this one out due to the variety of bosses, exotic locales, and (as subjective as it may be) a more engaging story. To be a remade RE4 would be the game GOAT if done right.

    Still, it's refreshing to see another game come so close.    … Expand
  6. jesus045
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    The best remaster of the game ever created, it remains to wait for part 3. Passed with pleasure 4 times.
  7. Karmazyn83
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    This is my impression of the game for people who like me did not play original. Oh man, get it, get it now. Game oozes of atmosphere. It is horror and you are in it. Yes, you have heard me, you are inside one of the best zombie, horror games ever. Let me tell you this, these zombies are not to be trifled with. Imagine this m8, you have a narrow corridor and zombie in front of you, 3This is my impression of the game for people who like me did not play original. Oh man, get it, get it now. Game oozes of atmosphere. It is horror and you are in it. Yes, you have heard me, you are inside one of the best zombie, horror games ever. Let me tell you this, these zombies are not to be trifled with. Imagine this m8, you have a narrow corridor and zombie in front of you, 3 bullets in the gun and worn out combat knife. So what will you do , huh? Cry to mama, this is an option I guess but than you will become zombie's meal. Option A is to shoot off zombie's leg (should be doable with 3 bullets) and run quickly pass it. Option B, chop off zombie's arms and leave him b(e)ite someone else. Option C - survive, somehow. Yeah like I said, game is amazing. So what are you waiting for, why are you even reading this. Go, get it now !!!… Expand
  8. ruslan777
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Played this wonderful game!I really liked and not only me but all my friends!The game was gorgeous!The developers are just great!Waiting for the game Resident evil 3 NEMESIS!… Expand
  9. Styke
    Feb 20, 2019
    10
    A 10/10 game means it has no glaring flaws, missing pieces or faults and accomplishes exactly what it set out to do. For what it's worth, RE2's remake is perhaps the most on-point and well directed remakes/remasters possible, and for that alone I think it's worthy of high praise.
  10. gargatiger
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game remaster is the simply perfection continue on this way capcom,great history perfect graphics and optimization ,great music clasic option,magnific game recomended all clasic players and news in this saga...… Expand
  11. FanaticGamer89
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil is back for real. So many elements is nailed just right. Let me try and make it short and sweet.

    Pros: + Graphics - Game look simply stunning, and it's wonderfully optimized, plays well on many configurations + Sound - from the eerie sound of your own footsteps to the creepy noises of the undead to the gunshots ringing out in the hallways, the sound design is simply    Resident Evil is back for real. So many elements is nailed just right. Let me try and make it short and sweet.

    Pros:
    + Graphics - Game look simply stunning, and it's wonderfully optimized, plays well on many configurations

    + Sound - from the eerie sound of your own footsteps to the creepy noises of the undead to the gunshots ringing out in the hallways, the sound design is simply perfection.

    + Atmosphere and nostalgia - They really nailed the feeling from the original Resident Evil 2 while still keeping it fresh and up to modern standards, as a Resident Evil fan that have played every single one of them, I am highly satisfied. And no I'm not just a completely fanboy that can't see wrong, recently Resident Evil 6 did a lot of things terribly and is possibly my least favorite game in the series.

    +Gameplay - Compared to a lot of games that eventually lets you have the feeling of safety, Resident Evil 2 remake never gives you this. You don't have enough ammo to kill all enemies, if you don't board up the windows they'll keep coming at you. You'll have to bob and weave, shoot for the legs, run as fast as you can to avoid the enemies. And without spoiling too much you'll surely know what it means to be powerless, to just have to run for your life.

    ~Story - I consider this element neutral, the story is what it is, it's resident evil so it's kind of corny, it's just what the franchise is known for. If you've enjoyed previous entries I see no reason why you wouldn't enjoy this. If you're the kind of person looking for oscar nominee performances you're not going to find it here.

    -Cons - It was really difficult to come up with something, yes the game can be brutally difficult and frustrating at times, but I don't really feel like this is a con as much as a "git gud" type of situation.

    Through and through Capcom have made a home run with Remake 2 and I desperately hope to see them recreate other games in the franchise with the same attention to detail and passion to please it's core audience.

    Can't recommend this game highly enough, in fact, if you by any chance is still reading, I beg you to buy the game, give Capcom a reason to keep producing these amazing games.    … Expand
  12. bi4rep
    Feb 21, 2019
    10
    This is Campom`s love latter to RE fans. Must play. Cant wait for Resident Evil Nemesis REmake.
  13. snorlax634
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    Capcom did it *wipes tears* Capcom did it right. 10/10, loyal to the original, great additions. The voice acting is superb and the original soundtrack swap made me feel like I'm back in 1998. Thank you Capcom, you gave me hope for AAA games again. *Wipes tears*
  14. yusep
    Dec 1, 2019
    10
    Thank you Capcom. This is the way, this is the way...
    Absolutely brilliant.
    My favourite game of 2019.
  15. Rusty1984
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    After many attempts, finally Capcom got it right! A marvel which you can gaze at for hours.

    Accomplishments: +++ Graphics are to gawk at. + Music/background music is maintaining its 90s essence while also something for current time. ++ True surviving horror with just the right amount of helplessness and power. +++ Optimized for PC well, such as mid range PC's are able to enjoy at    After many attempts, finally Capcom got it right! A marvel which you can gaze at for hours.

    Accomplishments:
    +++ Graphics are to gawk at.
    + Music/background music is maintaining its 90s essence while also something for current time.
    ++ True surviving horror with just the right amount of helplessness and power.
    +++ Optimized for PC well, such as mid range PC's are able to enjoy at high settings(if done right).
    ++ Giving the RE characters a life with realtime and real human like face movements and expressions along with their whinny and encouraging self talks, it makes you always feel present along with them.
    + Right amount of durations of scenarios for each character.( If speed ran, then short and bloody)

    Possible neglects:
    -- To ask €60 for a basic game for a remake? A tad bit pricey, €40 for current game IMO. For the current price however; Could have provided with an alternate scenarios for each character in addition, albeit not very long but something which does not have remake logo on it.

    Humble suggestions
    *** Free to a very low price DLC which adds new scenarios to each main character.
    * Allow some very limited item(s) to carry over to new game plus.

    All put together it's a force to racoon with. Now look behind you! there is someone there.

    Thanks    … Expand
  16. Vevo99
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Epic , soo EPIC!!!, BUY RIGHT NOW, CAPCOM do the right thing, we NEEEEEEEEEEEEEED Resident Evil 3 too.
  17. punisher007mag
    May 14, 2021
    10
    amazing game, amazing remake, brought back so many memories, the graphics are amazing, thank you capcom
  18. Alecmoon
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    This game is wonderful, the graphics, soundtrack, gameplay, everything done in incredible way. Respects the classic game and brings to the new generation with undisputed quality for new players.
  19. leMMingSlayeR
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    The most beautiful game released in 2019 so far, wonderfully fun and completely faithful to the original. The definition of a perfect remake. The graphics, gunplay, zombies, puzzles, and story are all done wonderfully. I don't have a single bad thing to say about this game. We'll see what else gets released this year, but as far as I'm concerned we already have the first GOTY contenderThe most beautiful game released in 2019 so far, wonderfully fun and completely faithful to the original. The definition of a perfect remake. The graphics, gunplay, zombies, puzzles, and story are all done wonderfully. I don't have a single bad thing to say about this game. We'll see what else gets released this year, but as far as I'm concerned we already have the first GOTY contender right here with RE2.… Expand
  20. Anfraxx_
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Would I say this is a 10? Maybe not but it's definitely close, I would've probably said 9 but as usual we have the weird little folk who love to down vote games for whatever reason to make themselves feel powerful on the internet *flex*

    Game play feels very similar to that of 4, apart from the fact that it has the puzzle style of Resi 2 as you could imagine, I find myself back in 1998    Would I say this is a 10? Maybe not but it's definitely close, I would've probably said 9 but as usual we have the weird little folk who love to down vote games for whatever reason to make themselves feel powerful on the internet *flex*

    Game play feels very similar to that of 4, apart from the fact that it has the puzzle style of Resi 2 as you could imagine, I find myself back in 1998 when this game came out sitting in fear of pixel zombies, now I am sat here 21 years later in fear of very realistic and jumpy zombies waiting to jump scare me whenever they can.

    If you like the original and Resi 4 style gameplay this is a no-brainer (geddit?!) and even got Leon to keep us company throughout.    … Expand
  21. Joem33
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    It just gets better and better! What can I say? RE is probably the only game series that most definitely deserves to keep on going! Thank you "Capsule Computers"! Awesome work!
    My intro to the RE Universe started with RE3: Nemesis, so I can't say how much better (or not) this is than the original other than the graphics (obviously) being waaaaayyyyy better!
    As a fan, I wasn't too    It just gets better and better! What can I say? RE is probably the only game series that most definitely deserves to keep on going! Thank you "Capsule Computers"! Awesome work!
    My intro to the RE Universe started with RE3: Nemesis, so I can't say how much better (or not) this is than the original other than the graphics (obviously) being waaaaayyyyy better!
    As a fan, I wasn't too impressed with RE5 though I liked it; RE4 was (kinda still is) the "best!"; RE6 was just awful and I couldn't bring myself to finish it; RE7 was "amazeballs!"; but this game is pure heaven!
    One thing of note I'd specifically like to heap praise on is: this is the first game I ever played where every (EVERY) single monster you kill remains in the exact same location and manner you take them out for the entirety of your play-through even when you revisit past locations or restart the game after exiting - just brilliant!    … Expand
  22. Jamejarrs
    Jan 7, 2020
    10
    This game turned me from someone who enjoyed Resident Evil into a super fan. I never actually played the original, but I'm so glad they took this game in the direction they did, the over-the-shoulder perspective gives you the best of both action and horror, and it lets you appreciate the gorgeous visuals on display. RE2 will stick with me for a long time, especially as it was my firstThis game turned me from someone who enjoyed Resident Evil into a super fan. I never actually played the original, but I'm so glad they took this game in the direction they did, the over-the-shoulder perspective gives you the best of both action and horror, and it lets you appreciate the gorgeous visuals on display. RE2 will stick with me for a long time, especially as it was my first foray into speedrunning, the ability to replay something that took eight to ten hours in only one is exhilarating and a testament to its replayability.

    Absolutely a contender for my 2019 GOTY, and a game I can't recommend enough.    … Expand
  23. Idiota150
    Apr 30, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing and horrifying - I love it. This is how you do it, a remake that feels just as exciting and impressive as the game I played 20 years ago on the first Playstation. This is how you do a great game justice ... everyone else should stop with the embarassing "remasters".
  24. 911dancingjews
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Just finished the game and starting scenario B and loving it. Capcom now do a 3 remake.

    This is what I was wishing for for a long time and the payoff was well worth the wait. I loved the Original but there were things I didn't like about it and they fixed it in this version, no more giant spiders and mutant roaches yay! Only thing I would hand over to the original 1998 version is the    Just finished the game and starting scenario B and loving it. Capcom now do a 3 remake.

    This is what I was wishing for for a long time and the payoff was well worth the wait.
    I loved the Original but there were things I didn't like about it and they fixed it in this version, no more giant spiders and mutant roaches yay!
    Only thing I would hand over to the original 1998 version is the music, aside from that the remake owns it.

    Graphics are good but I would have to say the only gripe is that the facial animations are a bit wonky.
    What you have at the end of the day is a almost perfect game, though I prefer the old music I would still call this a masterpiece 10/10 buy it today.
    P.S.
    Perhaps the best addition is the look and creepy stalking of Mr X and epic boss battles. ;)    … Expand
  25. ShaMana
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    This is a fantastic remake, that is very much worth buying pretty much at any time

    Graphics: This is, put simply, the best looking game out there at the time of writing this. There is so much subtle detail all over the environments. Shadows, lightning, reflections, everything is done excellently. I recommend playing on PC as the graphics truly shines there provided you have the proper    This is a fantastic remake, that is very much worth buying pretty much at any time

    Graphics: This is, put simply, the best looking game out there at the time of writing this. There is so much subtle detail all over the environments. Shadows, lightning, reflections, everything is done excellently. I recommend playing on PC as the graphics truly shines there provided you have the proper hardware to run it.

    Gameplay: The level design and gameplay mechanics are an excellent mix between the old and new seen in the original and new resident evil games. Suspense oozes out of every scene creating tension over every step. The shooting is extremely satisfying with hands down the best zombies and animations you can see anywhere in a game till date.

    The game is Single Player only with low replay value after the campaign is over, but it's one of the most gratifying experiences i've had in a long while. It's very much worth it.    … Expand
  26. gusman
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    BRUTAL, OBRA MAESTRA. Juego INDISPENSABLE. Por mi que hagan todos los remakes que quieran si son de esta calidad.
  27. RedBioHawk
    Feb 23, 2019
    10
    One of the best remakes I've ever played, this game is a MUST have if you're into survival horror games.

    This game made me watch a video or play another game that is light and have some sort of comedy before going to bed just so that I don't get nightmares (especially with Tyrant/Mr. X chasing me), and I'm 33 years old. And the 2nd run's idea is just brilliant, playing with the 2nd    One of the best remakes I've ever played, this game is a MUST have if you're into survival horror games.

    This game made me watch a video or play another game that is light and have some sort of comedy before going to bed just so that I don't get nightmares (especially with Tyrant/Mr. X chasing me), and I'm 33 years old.

    And the 2nd run's idea is just brilliant, playing with the 2nd character and going through what you've done in your 1st playthrough with the 1st character, I really liked that (although it could be tweaked a bit more, like if you killed Marvin in the 1st run you'd find him dead in the 2nd run, and this sort of things).

    Overall, this is one of the few games that never made me regret what I've paid for buying it.

    Good job Capcom, can't wait till you remake RE 3, and see the remake version of Nemesis.    … Expand
  28. SamyewlJDH
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    This is the best game I've ever played. I've been gaming for 21 years, I'm 24 years old. The original Resident Evil games on PlayStation are one of my greatest childhood gaming memories, when the REmake came out on GC I had a PS2 so I only got to see other people play it or via videos on the Internet (this was before YouTube) I remember being desperate to play the game. Skip forwardThis is the best game I've ever played. I've been gaming for 21 years, I'm 24 years old. The original Resident Evil games on PlayStation are one of my greatest childhood gaming memories, when the REmake came out on GC I had a PS2 so I only got to see other people play it or via videos on the Internet (this was before YouTube) I remember being desperate to play the game. Skip forward several years after I'd eventually played and loved the original, to more recently when the Resident Evil 2 remake was announced I was ecstatic, of course in this day and age with ALOT of sub-par AAA games I tried not to get my hopes up too high like I have done with several other games I'd been excited for (Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Fallout 4, Far Cry 5, Dead Rising 4 etc) and been let down dramatically so, but Resident Evil holds a special place in my heart, and it does not disappoint. This is easily not only the best remake I've ever played, but the best game I've ever played. Not since I was a little kid have I gone to bed and not been able to sleep because I was thinking about a video game, Resident Evil 2 gives me that sensation and more, I love it, and you will too (If you're not easily scared)… Expand
  29. Hector_021
    Oct 14, 2020
    10
    This game is what every RE game should be like.
    Perfect survival horror with smooth gameplay elements that keeps you on the edge and rewards you for learning.
    An engaging story that u can play through at least 4 times and everytime see something new with beloved characters revived. I have played through almost all the RE games and this one is the most I've played, so definitely my    This game is what every RE game should be like.
    Perfect survival horror with smooth gameplay elements that keeps you on the edge and rewards you for learning.
    An engaging story that u can play through at least 4 times and everytime see something new with beloved characters revived.
    I have played through almost all the RE games and this one is the most I've played, so definitely my favorite of the bunch    … Expand
  30. calibur66
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Just play it, honestly, even if you're a die hard Resident evil fan who hates the gameplay changes or refuses to play anything without a fixed camera angle, the love and craft that's been put into this game as both a new experience and a visual nostalgia trip is so clear.

    You're really just doing yourself a disservice, as this game is as potent a remake as the remake of RE1 was all    Just play it, honestly, even if you're a die hard Resident evil fan who hates the gameplay changes or refuses to play anything without a fixed camera angle, the love and craft that's been put into this game as both a new experience and a visual nostalgia trip is so clear.

    You're really just doing yourself a disservice, as this game is as potent a remake as the remake of RE1 was all those years ago and that really is the definitive way to play Resident evil 1 now, don't miss out over aspects I can promise you are really not as big a deal as you likely feel they are.    … Expand
  31. EddieMaiden
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    While doing a review I unintentionally used a 0 score.
    I'm really sorry for that, because this game is perfect in it's actual state.
    I wasn't able to recover most of what I wrote, but at least I can give the note it deserves.
  32. ryudoshi
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    THIS, THIS IS HOW RESIDENT EVIL SHOULD BE. This remake is literally perfect, incredibly well done capcom. Hardcore mode is survival horror incarnate and downright nasty. Please do RE3 Nemesis next and make it just as brutal.
  33. Daedalusfalls
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    While I can often be generous scoring a mediocre game, I rarely if ever call a game a 10. It takes a special experience to achieve that score. Resident Evil 2 for PS4 provides that experience. I played the original Resident Evil 2 when it first released during my college days, and I liked it a lot. I was excited for this remake, but I figured I would already know what was going to happen.While I can often be generous scoring a mediocre game, I rarely if ever call a game a 10. It takes a special experience to achieve that score. Resident Evil 2 for PS4 provides that experience. I played the original Resident Evil 2 when it first released during my college days, and I liked it a lot. I was excited for this remake, but I figured I would already know what was going to happen. Boy, was I wrong. Capcom has completely rewritten the events that happen in the game, and even if you have played the original dozens of times, you won't know whats coming in this new version. The quality of the gameplay is really mind blowing. The combat feels perfect, and the movement is smooth and silky. The graphics are outstanding, and do an excellent job conveying a sense of dread as you play. The sound is fantastic and adds so much to the creepiness. The music is extremely sparingly used, and what is there, is ambient and in the background. The only time it picks up is during certain scenes I won't describe for fear of spoiling something. If there is other music that I didn't notice, it's because it's so perfectly blended into the game. Speaking of spoiling, I highly recommend you go into this game blind if you can. The moments that shocked me would have had much less impact if I knew they were coming. If you are a fan of horror games, then this is a must buy. If you are a fan of games in general, I highly suggest you give it a shot. There are very few modern survival horror games of this type that receive the universal acclaim this game has received. If you have never played a survival horror game, this is a perfect entry into the genre. Capcom has provided 3 difficulty modes to fit every gamer. Hardcore for the survival horror experts, Standard, for those comfortable with shooters of this nature, and Assisted for those completely new to the genre, or for those who have difficulty aiming with a controller. If survival horror games intimidate you, there is no shame on giving it a go on an easier difficulty. It's such a great game, it would be a shame for someone to miss out on it. I can't recommend a game more highly than I recommend this one. Go out and play it!… Expand
  34. chusa19965656
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    Maravilloso lo que ha conseguido CAPCOM con este JUEGAZO. Resident Evil 2 ya era, de por sí, mi videojuego favorito de toda la franquicia y esto no hace más que afianzar eso. Las sensaciones que transmite este juego son demasiadas como para contarlas. Por momentos sentía mucha nostalgia por las similitudes que hay con el original, pero había momentos donde si lograba sorprenderme conMaravilloso lo que ha conseguido CAPCOM con este JUEGAZO. Resident Evil 2 ya era, de por sí, mi videojuego favorito de toda la franquicia y esto no hace más que afianzar eso. Las sensaciones que transmite este juego son demasiadas como para contarlas. Por momentos sentía mucha nostalgia por las similitudes que hay con el original, pero había momentos donde si lograba sorprenderme con alguna que otra cosilla además de esa tensión constante en la que te mantiene el juego para que no puedas pararte ni un solo momento a descansar. En ningún momento del juego pude sentirme tranquilo, siempre sentía que era observado o que en cualquier momento aparecería algo que me haría saltar de mi asiento. La atmósfera está muy bien lograda y el Soundtrack acompaña muy bien cada situación. Esto va más allá de un simple Remake, esto es un juego totalmente nuevo, es el Resident Evil 2 reimaginado en una forma totalmente distinta a la original, desde el apartado técnico/gráfico hasta la jugabilidad y la narrativa. Este Resident Evil 2 se inspira en su homónimo de 1998 pero sin querer ser un calco de éste. Recomiendo ampliamente a todo el mundo que le de una oportunidad este juego. Nunca creí que volver a Raccoon City sería tan aterradoramente divertido.… Expand
  35. Ayumie
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    THIS is Resident Evil !
    Maybe its a bit nostalgia mixed in here cause i was 15 years old when i first played the original and its the only Reason i evolved into a huge Zombie Genre Fan. This Game defined my Taste of Movies and Storys for Decades, and its so great to see it Back in all its glory.
    This is for sure my Favourite Game of all Time, it really serves Justice to the Original, and    THIS is Resident Evil !
    Maybe its a bit nostalgia mixed in here cause i was 15 years old when i first played the original and its the only Reason i evolved into a huge Zombie Genre Fan. This Game defined my Taste of Movies and Storys for Decades, and its so great to see it Back in all its glory.
    This is for sure my Favourite Game of all Time, it really serves Justice to the Original, and can suprise even the most Hardcore Fans who could finish the original with closed eyes on every playthrough.    … Expand
  36. PandaSpartanX
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    This how to RE Series Shoud be , Nice Graphics, gameplay and more elements.
    Thanks for this Capcom.
    OBS: Mr. X Make everyone scary
    OBS2: i Was thinking, maybe Capcom can be a new Remake for Dino Crisis with this gameplay, shoud be nice!
  37. El112119
    Mar 5, 2019
    10
    A Masterpiece of a Remake made by Capcom
    The RE Engine really brings the old game to a new Atmosphere to the next level
    and the optimization to PC is well optimized

    my only nitpick on this game is that the link between Leon and Claire doesn't make sense, but overall a must buy and a must play at full price
    i can't wait for capcom to make RE3 Remake in the Future
  38. pcapinheiro
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Boa combinação de ação e terror.
    Pontos positivos:
    + Tenso
    + Som e visual bem bacanas
    + Consegue deixar tenso o tempo todo sem apelar apenas para sustos
    + Boa duração, acaba quando tem que acabar
    + Suporte nativo resoluções 21:9

    Pontos Negativos:
    + Tenso
    + Nenhum relevante
  39. Antoshka9
    Feb 28, 2019
    10
    Very fun, replayable and enjoyable remake. I really enjoyed every second of it, the PC version was done very well, the game itself is like a big return to it's roots.

    P.S. Dear administration of Metacritic, first of all I have to point out that "The Overpowered Noobs" is just a blog and not a professional gaming site, and Alexander Leleux is a non-professional reviewer who scored the    Very fun, replayable and enjoyable remake. I really enjoyed every second of it, the PC version was done very well, the game itself is like a big return to it's roots.

    P.S. Dear administration of Metacritic, first of all I have to point out that "The Overpowered Noobs" is just a blog and not a professional gaming site, and Alexander Leleux is a non-professional reviewer who scored the game 7/10 in order to gain attention for his unpopular gaming blog.
    And it's a big shame that you took serious the score of non-professional person, the game was holding 90/100 score over a month, and it's a shame that the score of some unpopular blog had it's impact and made it a 89/100 score(the game itself was holding 90/100 score over a month).
    Remove the score of "The Overpowered Noobs".    … Expand
  40. THE_SPEED_FORCE
    Mar 15, 2019
    10
    This is a pretty great remake. I rated the original re2 an 8 so this HAS TO BE A 10. Thanks Capcom.
  41. Tenacidad963
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    El videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibeEl videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibe diferente por decirlo de ese modo, hay puzles complicados que requieren paciencia. Conclusión: Recomendable.

    In English
    The Resident Evil 2 video game is a way to revive and rescue classics. The whole game is brought and interpreted with the technology of this era. It is not convenient to compare this version with its predecessor. However, it is a good idea to remake classic so that new generations can live these stories with new mechanics and new graphics. In addition, the difficulty is perceived differently by saying it that way, there are complicated puzzles that require patience. Conclusion: Recommended.

    バイオハザード2ビデオゲームは復活し、古典を救うための方法です。 ゲーム全体はこの時代の技術でもたらされ、解釈されています。 このバージョンとその前バージョンを比較するのは便利ではありません。 しかし、新しい世代が新しい力学と新しいグラフィックでこれらの物語を生きることができるように、古典を作り直すことは良い考えです。 また、難しさはそのようにそれを言うことによって異なる認識され、忍耐を必要とする複雑なパズルがあります。 結論：おすすめです。    … Expand
  42. Mohammadfa
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    It's the best game I have been ever play . One of the best graphics of 2019. Best game of all resident evils. One of the best games of 2019. You have to play it.
  43. gogoshbelichi
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Прекрасно, просто чудесно, игра постоянно заставляет думать, боятся, что вдруг произойдет что-то неожиданное, внезапное. Геймпэй на высоте. Все время игра держит в напряжении. Отличный ремэйк.
  44. johnstobbart
    Feb 28, 2019
    10
    breathtaking graphics and voice quality with perfect presentation combine with re playeble story modes this game is the best of 2019 no doubt.
  45. LOCOSTAR
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    True Masterpiece. I was getting serious goosebumps from the very beginning!
    The atmosphere is breathtaking, like all the time!
    If you are a fan, even a slightest, you for sure, can't miss this piece!
  46. sidex100
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Great game for those who:
    - played the original game
    - did not play the original game

    What is good in the game: the plot composition, the atmosphere, detail, graphics.

    What is wrong with the game: almost nothing (low poly garbage in some locations is not taken into account)
  47. ArkAngel_97
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Survival Horror Masterpiece Capcom out did themselves good job guys now make us a residednt evil 3 nemesis!!! Will buy day 1 again.
  48. gustII940
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    the best game! I'm waiting for remake RE3. Absolutely brilliant. thanks capcon!
  49. ItsGosho
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    1.AMAZING ATHMOSPHERE
    2.NEXT-LEVEL GRAPHICS
    3.SMOOTH CONTROLS
    4.INTRESTING STORY
    CONCLUSION: AMAZING ,BETTER THAN EVERY OTHER ZOMBIE GAME IN ANY ASPECT
  50. Jaybe996
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    One of the best RE out there handsdown.. i hope capcom keeps aiming at this direction they are going on the right path!

    Also Please remake RE3 capcom, thanks. :D
  51. Tarelow
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    This game save year 2019! Fastastic, please Capcom, Resident evil 3 remake im 2020, please...
  52. DealyBoy
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Very fun game, it's near Picture perfect compared to the original RE2 game. I had a blast playing it and there is no MTX here and plus there is more free dlc coming out for this game on top of an already masterpice worthy game. It's fantastic!
  53. Lidda
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    A great remake, it has almost all the famous scenes from the original game. Great atmosphere, quite scary sometimes. Wished it would be longer. You can buy it without hesitation.
  54. lobogarnata
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    The best remake I've ever played. At first I did not know if I would regret buying it, and now I know I never will. Capcom's favorite son is the best GOTY candidate.
  55. VahNabooty
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Fantasticly crafted recreation of the original Resident Evil 2, that lifts the story and basic gameplay of the original release while making a completely new experience that is entertaining and intriguing from the beginning to end. Unlike a lot of previous resident evil games, not a single area or part of the game feels like a slog that you are trying to rush through; even the parts whereFantasticly crafted recreation of the original Resident Evil 2, that lifts the story and basic gameplay of the original release while making a completely new experience that is entertaining and intriguing from the beginning to end. Unlike a lot of previous resident evil games, not a single area or part of the game feels like a slog that you are trying to rush through; even the parts where you play as another, less armed character is usually short and to the point with interesting story going alongside it. Alongside the huge amount of replayability, the extra modes are really enjoyable, and it was great seeing all of the original modes coming back alongside some new ones.… Expand
  56. SJWisDead
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    the ones who dislike this masterpiece should update their brain. this is resident evil game is supposed to be.
  57. MrMuppe
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    With this remake Capcom show us how a remake is suppose to be done.
    Changes to the game that all improve.
    Improved controllers. Visuals above most games. If you like survival horror you are going to love this game. This is about when I should start nitpicking on something, but to be honest I can¨t think of anything bad to say about this game. Resident Evil has finally returned to    With this remake Capcom show us how a remake is suppose to be done.
    Changes to the game that all improve.
    Improved controllers.
    Visuals above most games.
    If you like survival horror you are going to love this game.
    This is about when I should start nitpicking on something, but to be honest I can¨t think of anything bad to say about this game.
    Resident Evil has finally returned to form with this remake.    … Expand
  58. SahilKChandio
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Once a masterpiece, always a masterpiece!!

    Capcom has really done it with this amazing masterpiece and have gained themselves the title of King of Remakes!! This game is absolutely what I could've asked for. It has got RE4's view that actually fits perfectly! This game is a must play for everybody!!!
  59. Efesys
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Oh yes Capcom shove me just such remakes and I will give you $ 60 every year, this is what I understand is a remake of not setting new screen resolutions in the settings and pulling up textures is a full game based on another game ... bravo I want more ...
    Super waiting for Nemesis + Dino Crisis .....
  60. Kunray
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Thank you Capcom!
    Now they just need to make Resident Evil 3: Nemesis and Dino Crisis remake.
  61. CRITIK_90LVL
    Oct 12, 2020
    10
    10 Баллов !!! Любители оценят!!!!этот шедевр!!!
  62. dantah
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    what a amazing game!! it is very fun!! and scary!! Please do remake for RE 3.
  63. TastyCalls
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    I'll be honest in here, I never liked the OG RE2 and I've always been one of those who liked OG RE3 Nemesis more. But that changed with this Remake. From gameplay to all other aspects, this game nails it. Maybe because it was their 1st remake using the RE engine or maybe out of respect for the individuals who started their RE2 fan remake. This game is the closest thing to a perfect REI'll be honest in here, I never liked the OG RE2 and I've always been one of those who liked OG RE3 Nemesis more. But that changed with this Remake. From gameplay to all other aspects, this game nails it. Maybe because it was their 1st remake using the RE engine or maybe out of respect for the individuals who started their RE2 fan remake. This game is the closest thing to a perfect RE remake. A must play.… Expand
  64. Feroxious
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Capcom THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I waited for RE2 remake from RE1 remake release.......and you did it!!! you've made game much better that i could imagine....its nearly perfect.
  65. AskaFreedom
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Il n'y a pas grand chose de négatif à dire sur ce remake (qui transcende même la définition de simple remake). Le jeu est un poil trop court (9 heures pour boucler le scénario principal), mais avec son scenario bis, et le fait de pouvoir faire les scénarios Leon/Claire Bis et Claire/Leon Bis, cela compense le problème.
    Pour tout le reste c'est génial.
    Etant déçut du RE7, qui n'avais que    Il n'y a pas grand chose de négatif à dire sur ce remake (qui transcende même la définition de simple remake). Le jeu est un poil trop court (9 heures pour boucler le scénario principal), mais avec son scenario bis, et le fait de pouvoir faire les scénarios Leon/Claire Bis et Claire/Leon Bis, cela compense le problème.
    Pour tout le reste c'est génial.
    Etant déçut du RE7, qui n'avais que peu de ressemblance avec un RE, ici on se retrouve avec un des meilleur RE. Du RE pur et dur, avec un bonne dose de tension/stress, gestion d'inventaire, de munitions. Belle VF également.
    Je ne vais pas en dire plus, vous pouvez lire les autres critiques, ce RE2 remake est une réussite, qui réussi à combler l'attente des fans (et on sait tous que c'est souvent bien difficile !)
    Belle réussite de la part de Capcom qui nous offre un très très grand jeu.    … Expand
  66. OpexXx
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    Re 98` vs Re 19`. All are the winners. Thanx for making this game. Play it A.S.A.P. if you haven`t done it yet.
  67. Chadyboy
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Capcom yet again impresses with a game that is made with love and care. You're not safe anywhere you go and thats how it should be. Remakes are hard to pull off and Capcom is prooving how easy it is to do.

    Physics, animation, sound, graphics, and story are nothing short of a masterpiece
  68. shenkenhigh
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    Well...so far, the BEST remake in the history of Video Games. Great on PC as well. Incredible graphics, outstanding gameplay, i spent 80+ hours in this game. Thanks for a reminder of my PlayStation 1 childhood with this amazing new engine and style.
  69. Zorada
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Just brilliant, what an update. If you like Resident Evil you HAVE to buy this
  70. MahdiAM
    Mar 13, 2019
    10
    in ages, I've been grown up with this franchise. and now finally I'd see the truest Survival Horror. It's the greatest game in franchise and best Remake game in Industry and most beautiful survival horror game that ever created. Masterpiece!
  71. Sholva
    Oct 2, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 is one of the best examples on how to properly remake a 20 year old classic bestselling game, by embracing what worked back in the day, see what could be improved and also adding a lot, and I mean really a lot, of new stuff so it still feels interesting and fresh, but also leaving the player with a feeling of familiarity, especially if one has played the original game.Resident Evil 2 is one of the best examples on how to properly remake a 20 year old classic bestselling game, by embracing what worked back in the day, see what could be improved and also adding a lot, and I mean really a lot, of new stuff so it still feels interesting and fresh, but also leaving the player with a feeling of familiarity, especially if one has played the original game.

    The RE Engine has proven to be very well performing on its previous game, RE 7, and this time around in RE 2 it really shines. We have a very nice Physically Based Rendered assortment of materials and shaders, with a lot of wet surfaces that look amazing, and performance is really, really good on a wide array of PC configurations, with a decent level of scalability, especially on the GPU side of things. The engine seems to make decent usage of 4-6 core CPUs, but it’s usually GPU limited, which normally is the ideal situation when it comes to good looking PC games.

    The amount of customizable settings we have in this PC version of the game is also immense, from FOV adjustments to nice mouse sensitivity sliders for camera and aim modes (although there is a slight amount of negative acceleration, very little), and keybinds are mostly fully customizable with the exception of a couple of hardcoded keys like ENTER or DEL; I am left handed, so I use the right side of the keyboard a lot, around the arrow keys (used for movement), so I was able to play with no issues with my usual left handed binds, minus DEL and ENTER but the game doesn’t really need so many keys, so I managed. Gamepad works fine in the game, you can walk slower with it than with the keyboard, in case you need a little more immersion, but it’s not mandatory. There’s this bug I guess that makes it impossible to open doors when in aiming mode, walking with the keyboard, while you can when using the gamepad, but it’s not game breaking and you can still walk normally without aiming, open it a little, then switch to aim mode and It’ll get pushed slowly if you want, so no big deal there either.

    An important thing to note about settings is Brightness calibration, you must abolutely do the steps to calibrate this, if you want the game to look as the developers intended, otherwise it'll have this grey'ish haze all over the screen, and dark zones won't look good enough. If you cannot complete the third step on the calibration menu (make the left typewriter disappear), that means you either didn't select the proper MIn/Max levels earlier, or your screen needs some serious tuning and adjusting of brightness and gamma, so better get on that then too.

    And then we have the new gameplay mechanics, like knives and other sub-weapons, the new puzzles and the revamp of old classic ones, which will certainly make you smile, and of course the new way of doing the classic A/B runs, in this case called “2nd run”, which like the original game, it will tell us the story from the other character’s perspective, around the same time the other character did his/her stuff, more or less, with some clever variations added so the gameplay feels balanced but still challenging enough. In summary, to fully complete the story, we still need to do both scenarios, whether Leon first / Claire second, or vice versa…that’s your choice. Completionists will want to do all four of them, and the game records all these different combinations so yeah, it’s nice that the feature is still there, albeit a bit different.

    Of course, the main change from the original, is the camera and I have to say it really fits this new imagining of the game, it simply works well, really well actually and in a fully rendered 3D world with lots of cool materials and very detailed enemies to mutilate and shoot, it would've been bad if the old fixed camera was used, or the tank controls too, which usually work well together but not so much when separated like it was the case in RE 4.

    Overall this game feels like a very solid GOTY candidate so early in the year, which is amazing. This game has become one of my favorite RE games of all time, because it demonstrates that the survival horror genre, which the original games were paragon of, can still be brought to modern platforms, with improved techniques, amazing sound design (and boy, is the sound design great here, it even has Dolby Atmos and Binaural…really great), and new ways of solving old puzzles or see them reimagined.

    I am ready for more Resident Games like this, Capcom, thank you for the great job on this game, made for the fans of survival horror, and for the gamers in general. Capcom, you did it, this is how you remake a game, period, and that means a well earned 10/10.    … Expand
  72. IlyaLakmus
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Я начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На немЯ начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На нем окончательно и официально анонсировали ремейк. Я был просто счастлив. Но в придачу к этому, ремейк объявили лучше игрой выставки E3 2018. Я чувствовал такую гордость за Capcom, что не могу передать словами. А трейлеры игры я пересматривал за день десятками раз.

    Перейдем к самой игре. Capcom идеально совместили стиль Resident Evil 4 и саму Resident Evil 2. Игра и страшная, и бодрая, и интересная, и с загадками, в общем, как мы любим. Игре вроде 21 год, но такое чувство, что это совсем другая игра. В чём-то это так и есть. Некоторые места ты сразу узнаешь, что в той или другой комнате поменяли. Но есть и совершенно новые комнаты. Сюжет идет совсем другой дорогой (в буквальном смысле). Если тут, играя за Клэр, ты на лифте Шефа Айронса возвращаешься в R.P.D., то в оригинале наоборот, ты выбираешься с его помощью. Не буду сильно спойлерить и портить ощущения от игры. Игру обязательно покупайте. Capcom в последнее время начала просыпаться и делать превосходные игры, как в былые времена.
    Оценка: 10/10    … Expand
  73. mcdeim
    Feb 5, 2019
    10
    Русские фанаты с вами, Capcom! До этого не был знаком с серией RE, но, увидев первый трейлер этого ремейка, то сразу для себя решил - я куплю эту игру. Я давно хотел познакомиться с вашей серией, и это определенно - лучшее начало. Благодарю вас от всей души за качественный хоррор - крутые локации, крутая графика, безумный Мистер-Икс :)
    В этой игре качественно все, единственное - при    Русские фанаты с вами, Capcom! До этого не был знаком с серией RE, но, увидев первый трейлер этого ремейка, то сразу для себя решил - я куплю эту игру. Я давно хотел познакомиться с вашей серией, и это определенно - лучшее начало. Благодарю вас от всей души за качественный хоррор - крутые локации, крутая графика, безумный Мистер-Икс :)
    В этой игре качественно все, единственное - при прохождении сюжетных линий, в некоторых местах, они противоречат друг другу. Но я закрыл на это глаза, так как все остальное - шедеврально!    … Expand
  74. zackurio
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    fantástico remake superando al original de 1998. el mejor de toda la saga hasta el momento.
  75. Remelibo
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    This is perfect remake, perfect game! I love this so much! Thank you Capcom!
  76. Sokol998
    Dec 26, 2021
    10
    My god. This game is perfect. This atmosphere is awesome! Love part with chess puzzle. Recomend 100%.
  77. vassagoraziel
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Excellent graphics, great game-play and controls, really scary and very faithful to the original. There's really nothing that would make me not give it a 10.
  78. GioForeverrr
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    its simply a masterpiece must play
    I got that feel like back in the day ... I can tell this game is even harder than the original (playing in hard mode)
    GOTY 2019
  79. Levi_Kun
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    EASILY THE BEST PC GAME OF ALL TIME!!! This for sure is the best pc game of 2019 and game of the year 2019 too!!!
  80. RykerMactavish
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    I loved it.
    Resident evil 2 influenced the way i will live for the rest of my life and not in just some half assed way.
    Capcom has really done it with this amazing masterpiece and have gained themselves the title of King of Remakes!! This game is absolutely what I could've asked for. It has got RE4's view that actually fits perfectly! This game is a must play for everybody!!
  81. titansoftime
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Only about 7 hours in at the moment and I am being hunted down as I dodge death at every corner trying to go back and pick up items I stupidly forgot in rooms.

    The tension, the fear, the dread, the horror. This ladies and gentleman, is Resident ******* Evil.
  82. SneakingSnake
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    THIS GAME IS AN ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE AND NOTHING BELOW 10!! Must buy this game if you are a true gamer! THANK YOU SO MUCH CAPCOM!!
  83. RaizenMK
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Game wonderful, with great performance and very nice gameplay.
    Gorgeous graphics worthy of a remake.
    Deserves to compete with games thatcome to the best of the year.
  84. Kraken_Br
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    sou cagao, ja deixando avisado! Tensão a 200% em cada momento, nunca achei q um unico zumbi conseguiria me fazer correr, trilha sonora nn ajuda, sem falar do carrapato (Mr, X)
  85. Munizord
    Mar 9, 2019
    10
    The game is awesome the way it is. If the B-side were more different than the A-side, the game would be the best Resident Evil ever made, certainly the game of the year, but it acts like the first remake, with 2 different characters living the same nightmare with different perspectives, which is also an excellent game design.
    Not overpriced, made with love and care for the fans of the    The game is awesome the way it is. If the B-side were more different than the A-side, the game would be the best Resident Evil ever made, certainly the game of the year, but it acts like the first remake, with 2 different characters living the same nightmare with different perspectives, which is also an excellent game design.
    Not overpriced, made with love and care for the fans of the game. Absolutely recommended.    … Expand
  86. Zhafri
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Zombie lovers will like this game so much! Intense game play, beautiful graphic and so much fun! As a zombie fans I really recommend this game! GOTY 2K19!!
  87. RichiBP
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    me transporto a la nostalgia con aires frescos.... hace tiempo que no tengo esta sensación con un titulo como este... es basicamente un juego nuevo.... tomando como concepto el RE2... y su optimización es fascinante aunque tenga denuvo... fluye muy bien en mi GTX 970... lo recomiendo
  88. JSXShadow
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    As Background: I have played all RE-Games in existence and have ran most of the originals (1-4) dozens of times each, knowing everything you can know about those games. Because of this, there can only be one verdict: This game is the best Resident Evil Game that has ever been made.

    The graphics are absolute state of the art, the gameplay a mix of old and new and exactly the way my    As Background: I have played all RE-Games in existence and have ran most of the originals (1-4) dozens of times each, knowing everything you can know about those games. Because of this, there can only be one verdict: This game is the best Resident Evil Game that has ever been made.

    The graphics are absolute state of the art, the gameplay a mix of old and new and exactly the way my younger self has dreamed of back in the day and most importantly: The Difficulty! This is a true Survival Horror game and I can only recommend ANYONE to play this game on Hardcore from the get-go (if you are experienced in the franchise or harder Survival Horror games). Ammo and healing are sparce and enemies are plenty, forcing you to actively run around some enemies and be very careful about not wasting all your stuff on needless encounters. You can put yourself into a position in which you basically have to restart the game (if you don't make several save-files) because you simply won't have enough Ammo to beat a boss.

    While some would say that this is too hard, it is a Survival Horror game. That is a big flaw with most games these days that claim to be horror: They are way too easy and allow you to mess around infinitely and still enable you to get through the game in a breeze. Personally, that is not Survival Horror for me. If you know you can't really fail..why would you ever be afraid? How could you ever tense up due to some encounters, when you know you will eventually make it through with little effort. This might sound unfair or gamebreaking for some but it was a needed change in the Survival Horror Formula that has been missing for way too long.

    As for the gameplay: Sure, it might not be very realistic to have to find key items to progress through doors that could be easily torn through with the weaponry available in the game. However, this is a remake from a classic game and it stays true to it's source and I can very much appreciate that. It's always weird when people complan about a lack in realism in games that include the undead and gigantic monsters, contained in high-tech underground facilities with technology that even now is far beyond our scope. You can acquire weapons in nearly every game that could destroy whole buildings..yet no one complains about them not doing exactly that. It is fiction, not everything has to make perfect sense but it utilizes those "clunky" mechanics well in it's favor. The atmosphere and constant dread is stunning, the utilization of Mister X (Tyrant) is even better than the original and truly makes you feel terror because you can try to outrun it and die OR you shoot it down and waste valuable and needed Ammo for later on. Perfection.

    As for the Graphics..if you wanna see the maximum this game has to other you need to have very, very expensive hardware to get decent framerates in UHD and still decent Hardware to play it in FullHD with maxed out settings. However, if you can play it like that then you are in for a State-of-the-Art experience that is going to make your jaw drop. Textures are crisp, the visual effects and lighting is stunning, the characters all seem extremely realistic, down to the display of dirt and gore on the clothing of those characters.

    As for the Story: There is really not much to say if you knew the original. It basically stays true to it with a few alterations to utilize the capabilities of the modern time more effectively. I won't spoiler anything but it is made very well. Typical for a high-budget production.

    As for the controls: I have personally used a XBOX One Controller and have been very happy with it. Sure, there are some tank-ish controls and you do not have access to fancy dodging moves to prevent anything from even touching you but in this case that is a plus. Yet again this works in the favor of the Survival Horror Element of the game. If you could dodge anything then it probably would be too easy. Don't get me wrong, you can still dodge anything, just like back in the day, by smart movements and positioning and analyzing the enemies. It is hard to do and you will most likely get hit loads of times but that is ok. Mouse and Keyboard controls are solid, improving the aiming massively, as can be expected but you sacrifice a bit of comfort and immersion.

    As for the AI: I don't understand why so many reviews talk badly about the AI. It is far from bad and the zombies are by far the most threatening they have ever been. You cannot just bait them anymore and simply move past them like in the original games. They can even manage to grab you even if you manage to walk past them, adding another layer of difficulty. Some enemies cannot be simply dodged and you need to take calculated hits to get past some fights without wasting too much Ammo.

    This game is not perfect but is perfect for what it tries to be. 100%.    … Expand
  89. tonyt3rry
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Was not expecting the remake to be as good as it was, the game has been refreshed and looks amazing stunning and realistic.

    the story was excellent its just like the old 1998 story except with some changes here and there the puzzles was good and also meeting some characters was told better and used better than the original game. I completed Leon A senario in just under 8 hours, I    Was not expecting the remake to be as good as it was, the game has been refreshed and looks amazing stunning and realistic.

    the story was excellent its just like the old 1998 story except with some changes here and there the puzzles was good and also meeting some characters was told better and used better than the original game.

    I completed Leon A senario in just under 8 hours, I have not completed the B scenario for claire the game has tons of easter eggs and nods to the original game. if you purchase the deluxe edition you can also play as claire in the elza walker outfit (a character from the scrapped resident evil 1.5 before it was scrapped for a complete new story)    … Expand
  90. rapt0r666
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Capcom you made a miracle! Now I'm waiting for a remake of Resident Evil 3.
  91. D4RWOL
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    The dream has become a reality!
    I am finally home again. Raccoon City. Now they just need to make RE3 and Dino Crisis remake.
    GOTY 2019.
  92. Skull_CL
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Juego de 10, como deben ser los remakes. Casi tan bueno como el original. Asi se deben hacer los remakes
  93. rfrancis
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Meus amigos! Não vejo a hora de ter um Ramake do Resident Evil 3 - Nemesis.
    Porque este Resident Evil 2 simplesmente está perfeito! Conseguiram trazer toda aquela tensão, medo, angustia do jogo!
    Nota 10!
  94. Birkin_Max
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! Capcom did a very well job, the survival horror atmosphere is alwesome, history, graphics, gameplay and sound design, all the work is brilliant...
  95. Stalgren
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    An excellent remake and a very serviceable PC port.

    It makes enough changes to keep things fresh while still feeling very faithful to the original, and the shift to the more action oriented over the shoulder view doesn't make things any less tense or difficult as ammo management and avoiding unnecessary fights are still very much needed for survival. As cliche as it is to say, I    An excellent remake and a very serviceable PC port.

    It makes enough changes to keep things fresh while still feeling very faithful to the original, and the shift to the more action oriented over the shoulder view doesn't make things any less tense or difficult as ammo management and avoiding unnecessary fights are still very much needed for survival. As cliche as it is to say, I honestly think this is a game that both old and new fans of Resident Evil can enjoy.

    If Capcom decides to remake Resident Evil 3 as well, if it's like this one then I would be more than optimistic for it's outcome.    … Expand
  96. Kuro88
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    Yes, yes, yes.. Resident Evil is finally back! And what a great game it is. As an old school RE fan, i really love how it turned out. Graphics are amazing, gameplay is also superb. The story is close to the original game, but has some more awesome background stories about some of the characters. I love it. There are some inconsistencies, for example about some of the technology thatYes, yes, yes.. Resident Evil is finally back! And what a great game it is. As an old school RE fan, i really love how it turned out. Graphics are amazing, gameplay is also superb. The story is close to the original game, but has some more awesome background stories about some of the characters. I love it. There are some inconsistencies, for example about some of the technology that appears/ is used by characters in the game, but that can be overlooked. Also, the second run through (B scenarios) seem to be put in in a rush and don't match up the First runs as good as in the original game. I was a bit sad that Claire and Leon didn't meet up more often. But given the fact capcom actually told us there would be no second scenarios at all, i can live with that.… Expand
  97. JUANDAVID007
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    La verdad no se si es un videojuego o una película bien echa me encanto mucho la música de fondo lo hace un bien juego el ambiente y mucho estaré esperando el RE3 Remake.
  98. MrChrisBlue
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 Remake es y será recordado por por ser uno de los mejores Survival Horror de está época de consolas y para PC. Recupera totalmente la esencia del horror y supervivencia de aquella época.Una experiencia bastante agobiante y con mucha adrenalina encima.
  99. Baxeon
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    Возможно, одна из лучших игр в жанре survival-horror. Теперь, ждем #ResidentEvil3Remake
  100. Mr-twister
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    Thank you Capcom!!! The best remake I've ever played. Now we just need RE3 and Dino Crisis remake.
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#5 Best PC Game of 2019
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#88 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Cubed3
    Apr 6, 2020
    90
    Two decades after the release of the original trip into the biohazardous universe of Resident Evil, Capcom delivers the best instalment yet. The world you'll be thrown in is a dangerous one, and it doesn't just look the part, but also makes you feel the thrill of being a survivor like never before, as each bullet shot, each item found, and each decision taken, can make the difference between life and death. Simply put, remake or not, this is survival horror at its best.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 4, 2019
    100
    The remake of Resident Evil 2 succeeded and can’t be criticized for much. Converting the original game into a modern form sets the bar for all future remakes really high and shows how it should be done. [Issue#293]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Mar 20, 2019
    94
    A shining example of what remake should be. [Issue#236, p.24]
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