Resident Evil 2

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  1. Teixeira
    May 26, 2020
    10
    That's how a remake is made!! Impressive! The Police Station is a piece of art (and terror)!
  2. Daniel2005
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    Nearly perfect survival horror game! MUST PLAY for everyone!
    Interesting enemy designs, beautifull environments, ok story, and amazing Mister X!
    Fantastic semi-open design with a lot of secret items,weapon upgrades and other cool stuff!
    As a game: 9/10
    As a remake: 9/10
  3. ZetaZ98
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    An amazing remake that has become one of the best entries in the history of the massive RE franchise. This game is must play for anyone who enjoys survival horror or over-the shoulder shooting gameplay. There is something to be enjoyed for almost everyone, unless you cannot stomach things like gore or horror obviously.

    The game has massive replay value, being designed in a way that    An amazing remake that has become one of the best entries in the history of the massive RE franchise. This game is must play for anyone who enjoys survival horror or over-the shoulder shooting gameplay. There is something to be enjoyed for almost everyone, unless you cannot stomach things like gore or horror obviously.

    The game has massive replay value, being designed in a way that encourages multiple runs and becoming an expert at the game's mechanics and style of play. The horror starts out strong and genuine but the game deserves commendation for recognizing the point where the horror starts to drop off and the game instead embraces a hardcore action packed style. The transition is rock-solid and is key to any survival horror game that wants to emphasize this much combat.

    The plethora of side-modes and challenge runs, as well as regular online challenges via RE.net is a great nod to hardcore fans that are going to stick with this game for years. RE2's Remake is proof that remakes are not always cash grabs with no merit or luster. We need more remakes like this, the only reason it is NOT a 10/10 is the pretty bad handling of the story elements. With typical wonky VA work and plot that RE is infamous for, something I expected would be fixed with a modern day remake.    … Expand
  4. Design_xjt
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    最佳重置 之一 可惜美中不足 AB面重复度太高了 体验不佳
  5. AlexeyLilicenko
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    Very good remake. Idea and implementation on high level. Likes atmosphere, dark corners. Not same game with better graphics, but still gives nostalgic senses.
  6. evilappledemon
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    Look Fantastic lots of scary moments that made me pause the game. I know that’s weird it’s what happens when I need to minute to process lol. My only main critic is that route b for both feels rushed in the intro and both Scenarios can’t be canon because it conflicts making it unsure which parts are canon but I guess in over arking story it doesn’t matter and there is some weird voiceLook Fantastic lots of scary moments that made me pause the game. I know that’s weird it’s what happens when I need to minute to process lol. My only main critic is that route b for both feels rushed in the intro and both Scenarios can’t be canon because it conflicts making it unsure which parts are canon but I guess in over arking story it doesn’t matter and there is some weird voice acting for Leon but it’s only like 2 times and when come times for major story and plot scenes he’s great. Feels like a true rookie. I love it man 2019 was great for gamers.… Expand
  7. Youmustdienow
    Jan 30, 2020
    9
    I’ve played this game all year. No matter how many replays, the thrills keep coming. After Resident Evil 7 brought back the series to its roots, they took the greatness of that game, used same engine & remixed the best qualities of all Resident Evil games into 1. Completed multiple times on both easy & hard modes. Whatever you play it on, the difficulty is finely balanced. I gainedI’ve played this game all year. No matter how many replays, the thrills keep coming. After Resident Evil 7 brought back the series to its roots, they took the greatness of that game, used same engine & remixed the best qualities of all Resident Evil games into 1. Completed multiple times on both easy & hard modes. Whatever you play it on, the difficulty is finely balanced. I gained confidence to try harder modes because Ghost Survivor had very tense missions that extended replay. If you beat them all, you unlock a horde mode that is hands down the best DLC extra I’ve ever played.

    You need to stay alive while eliminating 100 zombies in a shop at a gas station. It trained me to think strategically. Found that zombies can’t grab you if you dislocate their arm joints by shooting weak spots. Sometimes zombies will die with one single shot if you can locate their weakest arteries. Id also like to give a shout out to the gore system in this game. It reminded me of House of the Dead where you can blow individual pieces of a zombie’s flesh off. Was awesome when I blasted a shotgun at a zombie’s head. Normally it would turn it into a squished water melon, but the hit detection is so realistic that I carved the flesh around its skull. Was certain there was no way zombie could survive that but was mistaken & got mauled by that nasty ghoul.

    Also gave me the incentive to replay the og ps1 RE2. They’ve come a long way even though the old one still holds up artistic & gameplay wise. The story is far more tolerable this time around due to stylized frame work & charismatic performance delivery. Each redesign also surpasses original, though the ps1 game has novel moments for its cheese factor. The only one downside is that the musical score is harder to notice. Had to tweak the volume to hear on TV. Seems like they customized audio to take advantage of speakers & headphones over TV.    … Expand
  8. dstammel
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    I think this is a perfect re-imagining of the original Resident Evil 2.
    There is honestly nothing i DON'T like. The visuals and sounds are top notch.
    I really look forward to a remake like this for RE1 and RE3.
  9. CalvinCrack
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    This is now in my top games of all time list alongside RE4. And it’s close to the top. That’s how good it is. There are other games that have great atmosphere but in terms of pure gameplay RE2 is in a class of its own. It is a game that makes you appreciate the interwoven design of its systems while you are playing. This is a masterclass that other designers can learn from. How to beThis is now in my top games of all time list alongside RE4. And it’s close to the top. That’s how good it is. There are other games that have great atmosphere but in terms of pure gameplay RE2 is in a class of its own. It is a game that makes you appreciate the interwoven design of its systems while you are playing. This is a masterclass that other designers can learn from. How to be challenging and fun at the same time. How to gradually raise the stakes. How to control a player’s progression without being overly intrusive. This is a game that plays YOU. The team at Capcom just showed everyone in the game’s industry how it’s done.… Expand
  10. RuslanDZE
    Feb 21, 2019
    10
    Its an "Old School" Good.

    One of my favorite Resident Evil Games now. It has best from all series: Good Camera, Dangerously scary zombies, awesome enemies( Mr. X), creepy atmosphere and insane replayability. This game may appear short, you can finish it in 5 hours. But you will wanna finish it again on different difficulty or for a different character, there is good unclockables like in    Its an "Old School" Good.

    One of my favorite Resident Evil Games now. It has best from all series: Good Camera, Dangerously scary zombies, awesome enemies( Mr. X), creepy atmosphere and insane replayability. This game may appear short, you can finish it in 5 hours. But you will wanna finish it again on different difficulty or for a different character, there is good unclockables like in any decent RE game. Like games of PSX and Ps2 era it does not try to extend your playthrough by repetitive missions and artificial enemies increase. I prefer 5 hours of very high quality content than 50 hours of mediocre open world game. I will return to this game probably every year from now like I do with RE4. For me its instant classic.    … Expand
  11. elggo
    Feb 1, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece
    This Remake is the most amazing thing
    I hope this game put a millestone on the development of future games
  12. kmetek
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    Great game, it's exactly what I wanted. Maybe a little too short, but this is good, you have 2 characters + 2 scenarios + some new stuff will come free. Thanks Capcom.
  13. vizard00
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    RE2 REMAKE ? , A true masterpiece made by true artists . our memories can rest in peace now ,
    thank you Capcom , RE3 remake
  14. rafaaguilera
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    I expected no less than Resident Evil remake level of polish and production and this absolutely delivered it. It looks stunning, the new 3rd person perspective works fine, levels, battles and puzzles were cleverly redesigned, it's more tense, supporting characters were better developed...so many changes (for the better), but at same time it's feels very true to the original RE2 game.I expected no less than Resident Evil remake level of polish and production and this absolutely delivered it. It looks stunning, the new 3rd person perspective works fine, levels, battles and puzzles were cleverly redesigned, it's more tense, supporting characters were better developed...so many changes (for the better), but at same time it's feels very true to the original RE2 game.

    Each character campaign last about 6-7 hours. Some may say it's too short, but I'd rather have a short but amazing experience that keeps me coming back, than play something that drags on for 20 hours or so and never look back to it again.

    I have just a single complain about that Tyrant (Mr. X) that keeps chasing you for a great portion of the game. I know he's there to build tension and it works well at first, but starts to get annoying when you're trying to concentrate on a puzzle solving or exploring the environment and then this f* comes and forces you to run and abort everything you're doing. It doesn't really damage the game and you get used to it, but I can't help feeling annoyed by his constant presence.

    Apart from that, it's the masterpiece Resident Evil fans were waiting for and one of the best games of this generation. Can't wait for RE3 e Code Veronica remakes.    … Expand
  15. cas514
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    This game is pretty incredible. This is how you remake a classic game. Just like Shadow of the Colossus showed us last year. These classic games are timeless because they don't rely on the biggest open world with a bunch a crappy collectables. They had simple gameplay ideas, with a focused narrative that made the player want to replay the game a-bunch of times just to relive the tale.This game is pretty incredible. This is how you remake a classic game. Just like Shadow of the Colossus showed us last year. These classic games are timeless because they don't rely on the biggest open world with a bunch a crappy collectables. They had simple gameplay ideas, with a focused narrative that made the player want to replay the game a-bunch of times just to relive the tale. Capcom I dont know what is next for you but please stay focused and humble and keep producing games like RE2 Remake, Dragons Dogma, and Monster Hunter World. Can't wait for Devil May Cry now… Expand
  16. MaximumD
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Take an absolute classic game from the PSone era, and infuse it with today's tech while keeping the rest pretty much the same, and you've got a legendary release on your hands. This game is quite impressive from a technical standpoint and the team did a fantastic job of bringing the old settings to life in the time of full 3d. Just like the original, the atmosphere is chilling and supplies are scarce. Zombies once again pose a threat. Dark hallways are terrifying with the excellent HDR lighting.

    Small tweaks to the story flesh out the original tale but I like how they kept things as close to the original as possible with a just few new additions and areas to explore. Updating MIster X to an unrelenting threat also is a plus as it ratchets up the tension to the max.

    However, if I had one gripe with this game, it's basically that there is no way to incapacitate Mr X completely. I think they could have made like a little puzzle where you set a trap for him and he's out until the next scripted event where he appears. Or if you choose the option of using exorbitant amounts of precious ammo to take him down maybe he could stay down until you get to the next area. It's a good trade off letting you decide how to play. Run and save ammo, or take him down for a while. They could've have just shown a little cut scene of him getting back up like in the original game, setting up the next sequence where he appears to make you poop your pants again. I think it's a great concept but it gets annoying when he constantly interferes with puzzle solving. It's less of an issue on a second play-through since you should be familiar with the map by then. It also barely makes sense that he doesn't chase you into certain rooms even though he clearly sees you enter them, like storage rooms.

    Honestly, this remake has exceeded my expectations in every way despite that minor flaw. It goes to show how old becomes new again. The design of this game was solid enough back when it came out to earn legendary PSone status. A fresh coat of paint shows why the original was so good, and with many QOL additions (like a map that updates as you go along), this game makes it hard to deny its excellence. Also, no bugs or glitches so far and a ton of extra modes to play through.

    This may even be the game of the year, no joke. I actually hated RE7 and never even finished it, so I had my worries about this game. There is no real reason not to play this as it's one of the best out this year. Unless of course you scare easily.    … Expand
  17. sp00kym0053
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    I didn't know it, but I've been waiting 20 years for this game. It looks beautiful and runs smooth. It respects the source game without being a slave to it. The zombies are slow and shambling, but their tenacity and the narrow areas make them a genuine threat. Ammo is scarce but the weapons are ludicrously satisfying, knocking meaty chunks out of the undead so even when they get up againI didn't know it, but I've been waiting 20 years for this game. It looks beautiful and runs smooth. It respects the source game without being a slave to it. The zombies are slow and shambling, but their tenacity and the narrow areas make them a genuine threat. Ammo is scarce but the weapons are ludicrously satisfying, knocking meaty chunks out of the undead so even when they get up again (and again) they still don't feel like bullet-sponges. The voice acting is surprisingly good and the ambient dialogue is a nice addition. The puzzles are straightforward enough, and while the map automatically marking when a room still has secrets to give up can feel like cheating sometimes there's no denying it comes in handy.… Expand
  18. Tyree09
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    The nostalgia factor is huge with the release of Resident Evil 2 (Remake). The fans have clamored for this ever since the fantastic remake release of the original game back on GameCube in 2002. It may have taken almost a decade to arrive, but I'm glad they took their time. This game is amazing!

    First and foremost, the graphics are spectacular. Utilizing the full power of the current gen    The nostalgia factor is huge with the release of Resident Evil 2 (Remake). The fans have clamored for this ever since the fantastic remake release of the original game back on GameCube in 2002. It may have taken almost a decade to arrive, but I'm glad they took their time. This game is amazing!

    First and foremost, the graphics are spectacular. Utilizing the full power of the current gen consoles, this game runs so smooth. The level of detail in the environments, especially the police station, really make it so you want to take your time as you explore that death trap. I also found myself taking aim at the various creatures in defense but waiting to pull the trigger because I was amazed at the realism of their animations. When you play, notice how fluid the zombies move and take note at how their mouths move with every terrifying groan. It's amazing. Just don't stare too long or you'll end up with a high death count by the game's end.

    This game is a true re-imaging of the original. Without going in to any detail, they have taken the most significant parts of Leon and Claire's original story, tweaked a few details, and produced a streamlined experience that will feel familiar and different at the same time. It's great knowing that while they didn't stray too far from the story and game-play of the original, it's just different enough that you don't feel like you're playing the exact same game 20 years later. They did a great job with the remake of the first Resident Evil and kept that same thought process with this game.

    This game almost got a 9 due to the length of the campaigns. I have only finished the main scenario of one character and was shocked by the completion time. I finished the campaign in under 10 hours which was a bit disappointing when you think of other games that have main stories that take anywhere from 15-20 hours to finish. The score went back to a 10 when I rationalized that the replayability of this game is massive. Each character has their own main campaign that may take roughly 10 hours to complete, plus each have a "2nd Run" campaign which will show you what Character B was doing while you were playing the main campaign for Character A. If those side scenarios take even half the time of the main campaigns to beat you are looking at a 30 hour experience, at least. And there's a good chance you didn't find everything during your first play-through, so chances are you will tackle the campaigns again in short order.

    Resident Evil has been my favorite video game series since its debut. These remakes have definitely revitalized my interest after a few missteps with the previous titles. Capcom scored a home run with this game in my opinion. Now is the time to begin the petition for an RE3 and Resident Evil Outbreak remake. If RE2 turned out this great I can't wait to see what they will have in store with future Resident Evil remakes.    … Expand
  19. masseffectabc
    Feb 4, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok. Let me take you back to my memory lane of how it begun my love with this franchise....
    Ironically it was with RE2 for the ps1 back on 1998 and after putting the disk in my old ps1 everything in my life changed.
    I was in love with this game, i was so much in love and obsessed that i beat it after the first day of having it. It was/is a masterpiece and then it begun my research of the franchise....
    I backtracked playing RE1 which aside of having worst graphics i still loved the game so much and felt even more terrifing that RE2 being in the old decrepit Spencer Mansion.
    Then i played RE3:N and loved it so much all the new little things they added to it and still felt like a survival horror game done right. Nemesis was freaking awesome. Following you everywhere you went. Making feeling you NOT SAFE ANYWHERE. Another masterpiece.
    Then i bought the Sega Dreamcast specifically to play RE:CV which i loved to the death (one of my favorites).
    Then it came RE0 & Remake for the gamecube (which Re: Remake for me is the best Remake of all time) and i was jumping with joy of how well done both games where made.
    And then came RE4. Which it was a very good game but it wasn`t a "classic RE", It was more action oriented and didn`t even had one jump scare or dread sensation in the entire game. Yes is a masterpiece but IS NOT A CLASSIC RESIDENT EVIL in all the sense of the word.
    Then i bought my 360 (The Resident Evil 5 Bundle), and it was not only more of the same (regarding of RE4) but worst in a lot of points.
    Then i played Resident Evil Revelations in my 3DS and loved the new direction they took the franchise but it still felt halfway through of what i wanted to expect from it or putting it simply in words what i wanted from a survival horror using the new camera and game mechanics. Still good but with a lot of room for improvements.
    Then it came RE6 and OH MY GOD......What my beloved Capcom did to my franchise !? I was so angry, mad and i felt even more sad knowing that this game was still better than RE5 in a lot of ways.
    That was the point when me (as a franchise fan) gave up on Capcom & Resident Evil. I felt so dissapointed by them that i knew the franchise was dead (at least at that time and for me).
    Then it came RE: Revelations 2 which is fun, more horror but still had a lot of action and i felt it was not better than Revelations 1 but worst in almost every aspects. So i was like a drifter or hobo looking for shelter for my survival horror needs in other franchises that brought me joy but weren`t near in my heart as Resident Evil was. So i played my Dead Spaces, Fatal Frames, Silent Hills, etc.
    Then i read that Capcom was making RE7 coming back to "the roots of horror again" so with the little hope i had left in my poor broken heart (blame that to Capcom & all RE games after Code Veronica) i bought and played Resident Evil 7 in my PS4. Loved the game, didn`t liked so much the first person view, i`m mora a third person fan but still a good game......BUT IT WAS NOT RESIDENTE EVIL in all the sense that word means. It had nothing to do with the main story/lore of the saga but still i felt that Capcom were trying to come back to the roots of what a true resident evil game should be.
    And here we are now. You, me and my words after finishing my full playthrough of Leon(1) & Claire(2) and all i can say is this.....
    THANK YOU SO MUCH CAPCOM.
    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LISTEN TO YOUR FANS.
    AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE LOVE THAT YOU PUT IN THIS GAME.
    Still not perfect, i had some issues with it. Mainly with Ada playthought. SPOILERS: I hated that Scan Gun and everything that came with it. It cuts the pace of the entire game and it feels out of place in a story that is in 1998.
    Aside of that minor concern everything else i perfect and how i dreamed (for years) of how it should be.
    Now if there anyone from Capcom reading this, this is something i want to share with you of how i think you (Capcom) in general should approach the future games of the franchise:
    1. Now that the engine (RE: Engine) is done and some assests of RE2: Remake will be used again in the remake of Resident Evil 3: Nemesis meka sure the game has the same felling that this Remake had.
    2. Then proceed with the same treatment to Resident Evil: Code Veronica.
    3. Then proceed with the same treatment to Resident Evil 0.
    4. Then proceed with the same treatment to Resident Evil 1 Remake.
    5. And then if you have the resorces and time Proceed with RE4, 5 & 6 but make them more survival horror than action and also redo all the story making it more coherent with the events of the previous games.
    That is all, i hope you enjoyed the game as much a i did and can`t wait to pre-order Resdient Evil 3: Nemesis Remake !!!!
    AGAIN......
    THANK YOU CAPCOM !!!
    I LOVE YOU......WITH ALL MY HEART & I MEAN IT.    … Expand
  20. MyK_DiaBLo
    Oct 27, 2019
    9
    Никогда не был фанатом Resident Evil, но демка этой игры очень впечатлила, механика, противники, лвл-дизайн, стрельба и конечно же сюжет, жду ремастер 3'ей части, ибо в 4ртую я играл.
    - 1 балл за то что прохождение за второго персонажа, хоть и отличается, но не кардинально.    Никогда не был фанатом Resident Evil, но демка этой игры очень впечатлила, механика, противники, лвл-дизайн, стрельба и конечно же сюжет, жду ремастер 3'ей части, ибо в 4ртую я играл.
    - 1 балл за то что прохождение за второго персонажа, хоть и отличается, но не кардинально.
  21. RainXH11
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    CAPCOM is definitely one of my favorites gaming companies right now, they knocked this remake out of the park, best remake in years.
    Everything about this game is awesome, i had blast playing through it both Leon and Claire campaigns and the extra modes.
    Resident Evil 7, DMC 5, RE3, RE 2 & Upcoming Resident Evil 8 & RE 4 Remake, this is the golden age of CAPCOM
  22. Munro22983
    Aug 22, 2019
    9
    It feels like 1998 - Very scary, riddles, zombies, just amazing! Please, no Tyrant anymore...
  23. Salasgz
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    una buena remasterización, tiene todo lo que se puede esperar de una, buenos gráficos, buena jugabilidad y conserva la historia
  24. KayVen17
    Feb 10, 2019
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. RegelnDeutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden? Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Punkte: 92/100

    Pro:

    + grandiose Atmosphäre; Man ist sofort im Geschehen
    + die Anspannung durch den Grusel bzw. Survival-Horror bleibt bis zum Ende bestehen
    + einige Komponenten des Spiels machen das Spiel sehr unvorhersehbar und somit umso spannender
    + die Kampagne lädt zum erneuten Durchspielen ein (dank mehrerer Kampagnen)
    + die Steuerung ist einfach zu lernen; das Management ist einsteigerfreundlich
    + das Spiel schafft es bis auf den Final Boss durchweg gut gebalanced zu sein; man hat zwar eine Munitionsarmut, diese verhindert aber nie, dass man zu lange an einer Stelle feststeckt (getestet auf dem Standard-Schwierigkeitsgrad)
    + besonders gegen Ende ertönt ein sehr guter Soundtrack
    + das Spiel lief auf der Ps4 Pro durchgehend flüssig
    + bei beiden Spieldurchläufen sind keine Bugs aufgetreten
    + keine Spielabstürze
    + allgemein sieht die Grafik phänomenal aus
    + die Zombies sind fantastisch designed und reagieren sehr detailliert auf die Schüsse von Leon oder Claire

    Contra:

    - ich persönlich musste leider beim allerletzten Boss auf "Assistiert" stellen, da mein Munitionsvorrat zu gering war um das Spiel durchzuspielen.
    - die deutsche Synchro schafft es die allgemein schon trashigen Dialoge (besser als im Original) noch trashiger zu machen (das kann man gut oder schlecht finden)
    - leider wird zu schnell der "einfache" Schwierigkeitsgrad angeboten. z.B. sterbe ich bei einem Bossfight einmal und bekam direkt das Angebot auf "leicht" zu stellen. Andersrum bei einem anderen Boss (FINAL BOSS) starb ich sehr oft. Dort erschien das Angebot nicht einmal; [natürlich kann man es jederzeit manuell einstellen]    … Expand
  25. ehsanelite
    May 2, 2019
    10
    So so so amazing, i give it a 10 out of 10, this game is unreal, it's so good
  26. barryburton
    Feb 2, 2019
    10
    Capcom have delivered the perfect modern Resident Evil game. Graphics, sound and gameplay are perfect. However the beauty in this title is that they've retained that sense of claustrophobia, dread and tension from the original trio of games. The police station in particular is a masterpiece in puzzle design, an elaborate maze-like escape room. I also loved how they've combined elements ofCapcom have delivered the perfect modern Resident Evil game. Graphics, sound and gameplay are perfect. However the beauty in this title is that they've retained that sense of claustrophobia, dread and tension from the original trio of games. The police station in particular is a masterpiece in puzzle design, an elaborate maze-like escape room. I also loved how they've combined elements of the Umbrella lab from RE1, RE2 and the first RE movie.

    As a video game it is also fantastic entertainment with huge replay value. You need to complete it at least 4 times to see it all and there are plenty of trophies and challenges to go for.

    It is genuinely frightening as well, especially when the tyrant is following you around. You know you've saved your progress, and that it's just a game, yet your heart will be racing and panic is just around the corner. It's amazing really.    … Expand
  27. benjaminstp85
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    Es una carta de amor al clásico de 1998, regresando a sus origenes del survival horror, y generando tensión y ansiedad de nuevo en Raccoon City. Totalmente recomendable.
  28. Zurce
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Este juego es la demostración de que quien hizo lo mejor hace 20 años puede volver a traérnoslo y producir las mismas sensaciones que en aquella época, una obra maestra y un clásico instantáneo.
  29. tanonero
    Jan 2, 2021
    9
    This game gives a whole new meaning to the concept of game remake. I hope to see more attempts like this.
  30. tonic
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thank you Capcom
    This remake is beautiful, the work done is great!
    RE3 Now please！    … Expand
  31. DrDjango
    Oct 24, 2019
    9
    Fantastic graphics, atmosphere, sound and gameplay. I love this game. The story is ok and the bosses are a little bit lame, otherwise this game would get 10 points.
  32. 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.
  33. dyinginbeauty
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Excellent game! fantastic graphics, music, pacing, atmosphere, and simply fun & effective gameplay - this is survival horror in which you never feel properly equipped and always on edge.
  34. CAMLREVIEWS
    May 30, 2019
    10
    Un clásico de la franquicia y el que para mi es el mejor hasta ahora, sin duda Capcom volviendo a sus tienda dorados. Este remake es simplemente una obra maestra, nunca pensé que un remake podría ser candidato a GOTY pero...
  35. ch21nar
    May 8, 2019
    10
    This is the best zombie game I have ever played. OMG! It's fun, creepy, strategic, with great lore. My favorite parts about this game are Hardcode Mode and the 4th Survivor. Once you understand the whole story, you will realise how badass the 4th Survivor character is, and how he was truly the first survivor of RE2.
  36. xLuther
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    Wonderfully built. The absolute masterpiece for someone who loves survival horror games.
  37. Tacticz
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 HD is one of the best entries in the Resident Evil series. This game arguably has the best gameplay and story in the series. I’d also go as far as saying this game’s atmosphere is on par with Resident Evil HD. This might also be the most accessible entry in this franchise as the story is still early in the timeline and not too complicated. If the Resident Evil franchiseResident Evil 2 HD is one of the best entries in the Resident Evil series. This game arguably has the best gameplay and story in the series. I’d also go as far as saying this game’s atmosphere is on par with Resident Evil HD. This might also be the most accessible entry in this franchise as the story is still early in the timeline and not too complicated. If the Resident Evil franchise interests you, I say start here. There’s a solid story, good characters, fun gameplay, good scares, and a decent amount of replay value. The only thing stopping me from saying this is my dream Resident Evil game is the lack of a co-op mercenary type mode. I know it wasn’t in the original and I don’t consider it to be a flaw, but it would’ve been a welcome addition and kept me coming back frequently to play with friends.… Expand
  38. JannyDoll
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    Even though the B scenarios feel a bit rushed and the lack of enemy variety compared to the original is disappointing, there's still a sense of familiarity and love put into the product. In hardcore mode it literally plays like a classic Resident Evil game. A good remake that doesn't replace the original, the adherence to modern mechanics like OTS camera and fully rendered environmentsEven though the B scenarios feel a bit rushed and the lack of enemy variety compared to the original is disappointing, there's still a sense of familiarity and love put into the product. In hardcore mode it literally plays like a classic Resident Evil game. A good remake that doesn't replace the original, the adherence to modern mechanics like OTS camera and fully rendered environments don't hinder it in the slightest.

    Great game, not perfect but really fun and replayable. If you play with the original OST on it's actually scary and tense at times too.    … Expand
  39. DrummBumm
    Mar 4, 2019
    9
    Excellent game. I liked how it was somewhat difficult in the fact that aim and luck matters! Sometimes you can kill a zombie/creature with one shot, other times it takes 12 shots! This makes you decide whether its worth wasting the bullets or finding a better route. There are multiple ways to play this game, and two different stories to play though, which extends the replay value quite aExcellent game. I liked how it was somewhat difficult in the fact that aim and luck matters! Sometimes you can kill a zombie/creature with one shot, other times it takes 12 shots! This makes you decide whether its worth wasting the bullets or finding a better route. There are multiple ways to play this game, and two different stories to play though, which extends the replay value quite a bit. There are also cool unlockable's like Hulk, who was from the previous RE2 game. I also respected that Capcom kept it old school, and didn't adhere to the new PC (politically correct) wave that has taken over when it comes to storylines/scripting. Overall, great game!… Expand
  40. FarhadSurd
    Feb 5, 2019
    10
    Much of Resident Evil 2’s milieu is created with the benefit of modern technology, of course, with the RE engine flexing its muscle in lighting and detail and binaural audio creating a genuinely spine-chilling soundscape of shuffling footsteps and inhuman shrieks. But key to it is that somewhat lost art of crafting a small, detailed and believably joined-up setting.
  41. FORGETxMExNOT
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    As a long time fan of the original game, I can say with clear conscious that while this isn't the perfect remake, or one that tables the original by any stretch, it stands amongst one of the best in the series simply for the perfect fusion between the OTS perspective and the classic RE survival mechanics of the original titles. Definitely a must have for anyone that considers themselves aAs a long time fan of the original game, I can say with clear conscious that while this isn't the perfect remake, or one that tables the original by any stretch, it stands amongst one of the best in the series simply for the perfect fusion between the OTS perspective and the classic RE survival mechanics of the original titles. Definitely a must have for anyone that considers themselves a Resident Evil enthusiast.… Expand
  42. kohhimeone
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Muy buen juego,gráficos a la altura de la generación,sin duda lo mejorcito que a sacado Capcom,lo malo las campañas no se conectan tan bien como en el juego original....
  43. DannyChryst
    May 22, 2019
    9
    Resident Evil has made a triumphant return. This is easily the best game in the series since RE4, and in many ways it even outshines that gem. I was perfectly satisfied with RE7 as well and would've been okay with them going in the VR direction again. This game is a great tribute to the original though. Many nostalgic features included with some modern enhancements to make it a freshResident Evil has made a triumphant return. This is easily the best game in the series since RE4, and in many ways it even outshines that gem. I was perfectly satisfied with RE7 as well and would've been okay with them going in the VR direction again. This game is a great tribute to the original though. Many nostalgic features included with some modern enhancements to make it a fresh experience. I would say the RE2 Remake is almost perfect in every way. Capcom is really on the ball this year between this and DMC5.
    The graphics are incredible, far better than any RE game before this and some of the best in any game period. The music and sound effects are also top-notch, truly eerie and horrifying. The audio component adds a whole new layer to the horror elements. This game has actually managed to scare me quite a few times. I would put it right up there with Silent Hill in terms of atmospheric creepiness. They definitely ditched the action-oriented gameplay style of RE5 and RE6 for something that truly feels like "survival horror" again.
    The combat is much more reminiscent of the older RE games. It's no longer a cover shooter but there is still some of the tactical weaponry from the newer entries. I think this is a great way of blending the two styles in a very fitting approach to combat. Many of the series' staples are still used such as typewriters, herbs, item boxes, keys, etc. It also goes back to the more puzzle-like nature of the original RE games.
    The enemies are truly hideous in a glorious way. Such high levels of detail applied to almost every enemy character model. Lickers and dogs are more terrifying than ever before. Zombies behave more like the zombies from the classic RE games. I always thought the newer entries were ridiculous for having zombies that can use guns.
    One of my only real complaints is against the amount of RNG based damage that zombies seem to have. Sometimes I can blow a zombie's head off in one shot, but other times they can take ten bullets to the head before going down permanently. This seems completely unbalanced and can be truly frustrating on Hardcore mode when your ammo is already scarce. I also sometimes don't like the character movements. They don't seem to run fast enough at times which ends up getting me screwed over in a boss fight. It would've also been nice to at least have the ability to roll or something, which could've easily been mapped to the circle button. This would've been a great way to expand the combat options, instead we just get the old-fashioned 180 spin turn. Another grievance, although this is completely superficial, is that Claire's character model... isn't quite as attractive as some of the more recent games like Revelations. This is a matter of personal taste, but I find her face to be kind of awkwardly designed.
    Overall this is a fantastic entry to the franchise. Resident Evil has almost never been better. This remake certainly falls in line with the remakes of RE1 and Zero in terms of quality. Now we'll just have to wait and see if we can get an awesome version of RE3 as icing on the cake.
    P.S. I see some people review bombing the game for "blasphemy" LOL, you're playing a game like Resident Evil and expect to not hear any blasphemy? People cry about anything nowadays.    … Expand
  44. Stamantha
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 Remake is everything I was hoping it could be and so much more. It elevates the RE2 experience in every possible way and delivers a tense survival horror game with tight gameplay that feels modern and fresh while remaining sufficiently faithful to the original. This is a must play for all Resident Evil fans.
  45. YehorUkraine
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    It's the best horror and resident evil which I ever played. Capcom takes the best from original resident evil 2 and made it for today's players. The game has no minuses
  46. Professorfett
    Feb 10, 2019
    8
    Remakes and re-releases are all the jazz this day and age, but rarely are they worth you shelling out a full $60 for it. Resident Evil 2 is a shinning exception in the remake world. Capcom took a game many missed out on, and some remember fondly and made a game that functions like a modern game without losing the spirit of the original series.

    The story is split up to follow two    Remakes and re-releases are all the jazz this day and age, but rarely are they worth you shelling out a full $60 for it. Resident Evil 2 is a shinning exception in the remake world. Capcom took a game many missed out on, and some remember fondly and made a game that functions like a modern game without losing the spirit of the original series.

    The story is split up to follow two different character that are going for very similar goals. You can play as either Leon Kennedy the boyband lead singer of Raccoon City or Claire Redfield the little sister to everyone’s favorite boulder punching zombie killer. The stories are similar, but not the exact same so it’ll be favorable to play both and get a feel on who you enjoy playing as more. I played Leon’s story and honestly there isn’t much to it in the cut scene realm of things. Most of the story is told through these documents you pick up and are supposed to read. I personally wouldn’t recommend this game for story but the gameplay.

    The gameplay is fantastic… mainly in the beginning. The first part of the game is suspenseful and the zombie killing is very satisfying. My first encounter with a Licker was intense with how they move and will jump at you. The resource management has been made way easy due to the map telling you rooms you need to get stuff and unlimited saving. That being said; I learned early on to not and try and kill every zombie in the game because you will run low on bullets when they count. The game loses me when they introduce Mr. X. He is a unkillable hulking dude in a trench coat who just chases you everywhere in the game. The first two times he appeared it was nerve racking. After that it was tedious, and it turned into a game of tag basically while I tried to solve the puzzles. I lost a lot of enjoyment from the game the moment he was introduced because it was just annoying running away every time he got near. My personal favorite part of the game is how the zombies take damage. You can blow off limbs or when you shoot them in the head the entrance hole is just there. This is a minor thing that I got a major kick out of.

    Overall the game is a great horror game that unfortunately lost me with the game of chase. It looks beautiful and the new combat is my favorite the series has ever done. Is it scary? No. Does it has suspense? Hell Yes. I am very mixed on this only because I hated the Mr. X stuff so much but loved the parts without him. I give this game a Full Price still. I think people need to check it out because despite the issue I have I have to admit it is a very solid game.    … Expand
  47. NomadicZodiac
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    Simply amazing, 21 years challenge in the best way possible, outstanding atmosphere.
  48. Calaver
    Feb 1, 2019
    10
    Perfect game! Technically excellent, the characters are compelling, I love Claire's attitude! Can't wait for the remake of the RE3, I hope they will release it soon!
  49. Abhorrence
    Feb 5, 2019
    10
    The only flaw to this game is that it works too well and might scare some people off by being a survival horror game.

    Remake - this game is literally the original if it was made in 2019, which means really good graphics, much better voice acting, pacing, gameplay, sound design and so on. But the same good story with tweaks of course. RE2 remake is able to capture the essence of RE2 and    The only flaw to this game is that it works too well and might scare some people off by being a survival horror game.

    Remake - this game is literally the original if it was made in 2019, which means really good graphics, much better voice acting, pacing, gameplay, sound design and so on. But the same good story with tweaks of course. RE2 remake is able to capture the essence of RE2 and translate it to new players and old ones in a new format, this is how a remake should be done.

    Story - While nothing too grand, the contained story gives a great sense of satisfaction the longer the game goes on, as you find more information and meet new enemies, you become more excited for the future parts to uncover what is behind the outbreak while dreading it at the same time

    Gameplay - the movement, the handling of guns, the footsteps of Mr. X, the use of light (and lack there of), resources, puzzles and the constant threat of zombies coming back to life never become annoying, all of the things combined stress you out, make you paranoid and makes you scared of running and forces you to slow walk as you prepare for incoming doom. It all fits in so well with each other, immersing the player inside of the world.

    Sound design - the footsteps and the screeches, the guns and grenades, all of it with perfect sound design behind them, again immersing the player.

    Voice acting - all of the voice acting if phenomenal, especially the young version of Leon, where he doesn't sound like an already worn out soldier, just a young enthusiastic boy    … Expand
  50. scurpiun77
    May 29, 2019
    9
    Gameplay 2/2
    Music 2/2
    Story 2/2
    Graphic 2/2
    Puzzle 1/2
    Fantastic game everyone's must buy it!!!
  51. Realiti28
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    Video game critics are funny, **** nintendo games for kids always hogs up the +95 scores while a true masterpiece like this only gets 90. This is easily best game ever come out since 2017 if you think this game is bad git gud.
  52. Dperks
    Oct 13, 2019
    9
    Amazing title easily in my top 5 RE and different enough from the original that i can enjoy it for what it is.
  53. SJWisDead
    Mar 14, 2019
    10
    people who gave this game thumbs down probably COD players. this is what RE game supposed to be. thank you.
  54. EurosauRuss
    Apr 25, 2019
    9
    Awesome game Capcom at its finest.
    Amazing gameplay awesome atmosphere. game got
    im so happy that we got back over the shoulder camera mechanism its amazing i love this one recommend 4 everyone awesome game.
  55. MakeitBetter
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Survival horror at its best (as long as you play on hard first playthrough)
  56. s1bryant019
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    It is rare for a game to transcend all hype into sheer gaming bliss. I am a RE fanboy and to keep my rant here tight and concise, this is gaming perfection in my mind. Mr. X is sheer terror incarnate, the puzzles are streamlined with a delicate balance of old school inventory management, limited ammo, speed running capabilities, tension/survival horror, and added story beats. The remakeIt is rare for a game to transcend all hype into sheer gaming bliss. I am a RE fanboy and to keep my rant here tight and concise, this is gaming perfection in my mind. Mr. X is sheer terror incarnate, the puzzles are streamlined with a delicate balance of old school inventory management, limited ammo, speed running capabilities, tension/survival horror, and added story beats. The remake damn near made me cry at certain points with its updated and emotional portrayal of the chaos. Adding a more profound emotional impact of everything that is happening to Claire, Leon and other survivors during the city collapse only make the fears of every encounter all that more freighting.

    I have beaten it twice since its release and plan to play even more over the next 20 years. Indeed a classic and early GOTY contender.    … Expand
  57. GRI3VER_92
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Finally, the old style resident evil. I was really thrilled when i saw the trailer and now that I've played it I can say that they did a great job with this remake. They managed to keep the constant feeling of anxiety and adapt the game to the modern play style without losing the atmosphere, the background noises are something wonderful. Definitely a must play.
  58. Alfi1989
    Apr 1, 2019
    9
    Resident Evil 2 Remake on ps4 my first new game run i was Leon S Kennedy. My new game second run i was Claire Redfield i love it. It is a perfect Resident Evil game of 2019
  59. Sub-Zro
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    This is simply the best game of 2019 and establishes itself as the best remake of any game by far. Personally it’s the best game I have ever played and possibly my new favorite game of all time.
  60. Noirescale
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is quintessential Resident Evil and does the original justice.

    Gameplay is everything fans have been asking for with enough tweaks to make the game feel like a new experience. Zombie limbs can be shot off, Lickers are terrifying again, and Mr. X has a more imposing presence than the original. Zombie mechanics have been overhauled, and they are more dangerous than they've ever been before.

    The return of defense items and gun powder are welcome additions to the game. With Gun Powder first being present in Resident Evil 3, and defense items making their debut in Resident Evil Remake. Their inclusion pays homage to a time where these two concepts were groundbreaking on their own.

    In stark contrast of the more action-oriented entries in the series, gameplay feels claustrophobic and terrifying. Ammo scarcity brings back the feeling of classic horror. Puzzles retain characteristics of their origins back in 1998, but are different enough that players of the original will not be able to breeze through unchallenged.

    All in all, a masterpiece of a game. But more importantly, a reminder that CAPCOM has not forgotten its roots.    … Expand
  61. Rorenado
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Resident Evil 2 is the remake fans of the game and series have been looking for. There is so much that is done right with this iteration of RE2. Lighting and the OTS perspective add an eerie dimension to once familiar haunting grounds. New players and old will be thrilled and chilled with the additions to the game.

    The classic modes, such as 2nd scenarios, The 4th Survivor, and The Tofu Survivor are still there. New unlockables are available, too, such as art, models, and some nice secrets for hardcore (not necessarily the hardcore mode) players. And Capcom is planning on adding Ghost Survivors for free on February 15th, which will add another mode to the game, so this game is just packed to the gills with content without any of them feeling bloated.

    Much of the game has been cleaned up to reduce the amount of drag in the game. As well as this, the survival horror aspects of the first 3 games are brought back in a wonderful. You're encouraged to not waste bullets on every zombie, though a skilled player can still take down every enemy with no real issues. Many of the set piece fights are changed up to keep players on their toes, including old RE2 players familiar with every aspect of the original game. What's also nice is that the story is allowed to unravel a little less rigidly. You're given no pretext about Umbrella until later in the game.

    This game really sets a high mark for game remakes, and I hope that Capcom will at least follow up with RE3: Nemesis, which is also due for an overhaul for modern generations.    … Expand
  62. Stalgren
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    An excellent remake

    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    An excellent remake

    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
  63. Ta4Mi
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    That's how you do a remake! Capcom did an excellent job on this one. I'd wish Konami did the same with Silent Hill.
  64. manu_ramos777
    Feb 1, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 es un remake genial!!! Juego obligatorio para todos los dueños de una PS4!!!
  65. asunakuromi
    Feb 2, 2019
    10
    Мне пришлось регеистрироваться что-бы поставить здесь эти чертовы 10 баллов на эту чертовски ахуенную игру.
    браво, capcom
  66. Chere
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    The best game in the RE series, imho. I hope we can see RE3 and Dino Crisis remakes soon too
  67. StanleyCheang
    Feb 3, 2019
    10
    I am highly satisfied with this game. the original 1998 RE2 is actually my favourite game before, you must love it if you love the original one.
  68. Amer_S7
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i was really want remake of my childhood games like resident evil and they do it
    amazing work and effort crongrats on this beautiful work hope for the best in the future
    maybe RE3 it will be for sure the best    … Expand
  69. BIGBOSS666
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    A flawless remake of a flawless game.this is in fact a flawless victory for capcom .THANK YOU CAPCOM FOR REMAKING THIS INCREDIBLE MAGNIFICENT MIRACLE OF GAME. I played the original back in 1998 when it came out as a kid and boy it was a masterpiece just like this one .The NOSTALGIA made me cry at some points in the game ...
  70. Stefannn
    Feb 5, 2019
    10
    Всё афигено!ПРЕВОСХОДНАЯ ИГРА!
    10 из 10
    P,s, хочу ремейк 4 части )
    P.s. I want to remake 4 parts !!!)(
  71. Bilcassonato
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Um jogo que faz jus ao original em todos os sentidos. Ótimo gameplay, ótima história e a ambientação maravilhosa. Um verdadeiro Survival Horror e com certeza um dos melhores jogos do ano. Extremamente indicado.
  72. ZeroXR
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    Undoubtedly an excellent capcom's job. It was recreated very carefully. Beautiful graphics, good scenery without losing the essence of classic RE2.
  73. Terron29
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game, a brilliant remake that stays true to the original while improving and adding much to it to keep it fresh. The new over the shoulder perspective works very well and the game is a refreshing return to horror as opposed to the all action route they took with 4, 5 and 6. Now for the record I did love resi 4 and I know many of you reading this also did but I always felt it wasFantastic game, a brilliant remake that stays true to the original while improving and adding much to it to keep it fresh. The new over the shoulder perspective works very well and the game is a refreshing return to horror as opposed to the all action route they took with 4, 5 and 6. Now for the record I did love resi 4 and I know many of you reading this also did but I always felt it was a fantastic action game but it shouldn't have been called resident evil. Thankfully all is rectified here as the game looks fantastic, feels great, is scary and keeps you on your toes and engaged at all times. Lastly I will say the game takes roughly 6 - 8 hours to beat but has great replay value as both characters have different playthroughs consisting of new puzzles,bosses,weapons and cutscenes which gives good reasons to replay. Overall a really great horror game that feels like capcom are finally back on track with the resident evil titles. Keep it up Capcom and bring on the resi 3 remake!… Expand
  74. RustyKrabPizza
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    A game where backtracking is prevalent, but never boring because of the constant worry of zombies you never finished off still lurking in various rooms.

    A game where mechanics are incredibly smooth and work well within the environment the player is exploring. A game where you can see accurate and believable responses by human lives during an apocalyptic state. A game which    A game where backtracking is prevalent, but never boring because of the constant worry of zombies you never finished off still lurking in various rooms.

    A game where mechanics are incredibly smooth and work well within the environment the player is exploring.

    A game where you can see accurate and believable responses by human lives during an apocalyptic state.

    A game which introduces the player to new enemies, challenges, puzzles, and equipment around every corner that will force the player to think critically during each engagement.

    A game that contains various difficulty levels that have been tested vigorously to fit almost any player.

    A game with beautiful graphics and sound engineering to increase immersion and intelligence on surrounding areas.

    A game with a horrifying atmosphere that will continuously keep the player on edge.

    I don't see how this game isn't rated higher because of its perfect execution in almost every category.    … Expand
  75. SilentResi
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    Thank you Capcom for bringing back a REAL Resident evil game, Thank you capcom for finally getting me to feel fear while playing a game especially on Hardcore with Tyrant around your back. Thank you capcom for giving a hardcore mode without the Autosave feature which is something that ruins your experience as a Survival. This game is just wonderful and it's like a drug, i cannot stopThank you Capcom for bringing back a REAL Resident evil game, Thank you capcom for finally getting me to feel fear while playing a game especially on Hardcore with Tyrant around your back. Thank you capcom for giving a hardcore mode without the Autosave feature which is something that ruins your experience as a Survival. This game is just wonderful and it's like a drug, i cannot stop re-visiting. Give us RE 3 and Code Veronika now please in the same way. Also RE 8 :) a very good job well done… Expand
  76. Arcadio2003
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    un juegazo en toda la regla un survival horror como pocos encumbrando al genero como ya paso con el original de 1998 una joya en todo el sentido de la palabra como lo fue el original de hace 21 años con gráficos actualizados una jugabilidad actualizada lo convierte en un imprescindible para todos los fanaticos de los juegos de terror y una buena opción para el que quiera adentrarse en elun juegazo en toda la regla un survival horror como pocos encumbrando al genero como ya paso con el original de 1998 una joya en todo el sentido de la palabra como lo fue el original de hace 21 años con gráficos actualizados una jugabilidad actualizada lo convierte en un imprescindible para todos los fanaticos de los juegos de terror y una buena opción para el que quiera adentrarse en el genero por primera vez justo cuando algunas compañías que son basura decían que los juegos de historias para un solo jugador no eran rentables en hora buena capcom continua con tu buen trabajo… Expand
  77. aarcia
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    Un recuerdo para los que hemos jugado, al juego original. Historia, jugabilidad y miedo se mezclan para una experiencia fuera de serie.
  78. Disastercubed
    Feb 21, 2019
    9
    This game is amazing! Exchanging tight corridors and fixed cameras for darkness and eerie audio was a wise choice . I legitimately felt afraid...mostly of Mr. X and his stomping around the mansion. Visually RE2 looks astounding, I love how the zombies fall apart depending on where you shoot them. The replay value is a little limited but the DLC might improve that minor flaw. I appreciateThis game is amazing! Exchanging tight corridors and fixed cameras for darkness and eerie audio was a wise choice . I legitimately felt afraid...mostly of Mr. X and his stomping around the mansion. Visually RE2 looks astounding, I love how the zombies fall apart depending on where you shoot them. The replay value is a little limited but the DLC might improve that minor flaw. I appreciate the efforts that went into this game and I am proud to say that RE2 lives up to the hype.… Expand
  79. inmh
    Apr 12, 2019
    9
    You know, Resident Evil was one of those game series I avoided playing for a while because I was sick of the hype surrounding it (EVERYONE loves it, EVERYONE recommends it- it's kind of like Harry Potter where eventually you get tired of hearing about it). I played RE7 last year, and this year I decided on a whim to play this one since I liked RE7 so well and found myself interested in theYou know, Resident Evil was one of those game series I avoided playing for a while because I was sick of the hype surrounding it (EVERYONE loves it, EVERYONE recommends it- it's kind of like Harry Potter where eventually you get tired of hearing about it). I played RE7 last year, and this year I decided on a whim to play this one since I liked RE7 so well and found myself interested in the rest of the RE universe.

    And I have to say, I'm glad I did.

    This was a hell of a game. Difficult, but not head-bangingly, teeth-grindingly so; it's achievable with patience and strategic use of items and weaponry. It had good horror- I'll be seeing Mr. X in my sleep from now on, thanks Capcom- and I really enjoyed Leon and Claire. I also liked that you could play from one perspective each.

    Also, though I know this runs contrary to popular fan sentiment, I was glad they decided not to do the spiders in the sewers. That would have put me off the game (I have bad arachnophobia, and my fear is directly proportional to the size of the spider), and I was relieved to see they'd replaced it with other monsters.

    The graphics were beautiful, the music was great, and overall I just really liked this one. I sincerely hope Capcom remakes the other RE games; I've already got a few of the PS4... Re-releases? I forget the word for when they adapt a game for a new system but don't actually remake it. Anyway, I'm getting into the rest of the series now, and I'd love to see remakes and new stuff from the developers.    … Expand
  80. JamieRobertson
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    It's skuxx.
    It is an excellent remake that will keep fans of the original happy and has enough new additions to keep the formula fresh. The removal of the fixed camera angles and the stunning graphics makes the game feel a lot more modern and fresh. Some say that the $60 USD price tag is too much but Resident Evil games are made to be replayed and this on is no exception it has plenty of    It's skuxx.
    It is an excellent remake that will keep fans of the original happy and has enough new additions to keep the formula fresh. The removal of the fixed camera angles and the stunning graphics makes the game feel a lot more modern and fresh. Some say that the $60 USD price tag is too much but Resident Evil games are made to be replayed and this on is no exception it has plenty of unlockable content after your first play through.    … Expand
  81. nada_san
    Mar 12, 2019
    10
    This is the father of remakes so far. It even surpasses the original by making use of current technology to transmit elevated horror and gameplay. (FF VII Remake, I hope you're taking notes!)
    Pure perfection of old school & new school cocktail.
  82. DengKevin
    Aug 25, 2019
    9
    Game was good. Some replayability. I like the graphics remake. Story was good,
  83. Gear_Felipe_117
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    Excelente juego de inicio fin. Muy rejugable, excelentes gráficos y demás... Posiblemente nominado para GOTY
  84. mlevyholden
    Mar 25, 2019
    8
    The best Resident Evil game in the last decade, it clearly was built as an homage to the original, it is a 3rd person game but it truly is survival horror (low ammo, inventory management, puzzles and backtracking). I had a blast on the first run (I played as Leon) i would have loved the campaign to last 2-3 hours more. I knock off two points for the simple reason that the 2nd Campaign (inThe best Resident Evil game in the last decade, it clearly was built as an homage to the original, it is a 3rd person game but it truly is survival horror (low ammo, inventory management, puzzles and backtracking). I had a blast on the first run (I played as Leon) i would have loved the campaign to last 2-3 hours more. I knock off two points for the simple reason that the 2nd Campaign (in my case Claire) was almost identical to the 1st, I really thought that the story would be more different, and that I would visit different parts of RPD solving different puzzles (I wanted to see what happened at the other side of the fence, you´ll understand when you play it) . I also did not care for the DLCs that CAPCOM delivered even if they were for free, they were just mindless run & shoot games (and the game is not designed for that type of play, so they feel clumsy), I played them once, was not impressed and have not played them again. But stil I would really recommend this game to everyone.… Expand
  85. Lordjeffee
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    Capcom did a great job on this game. We all know that the history is "almost" the same as the preview game released for playstation, I said it that way cos they incresead some moments at the NG version.
    Residente Evil 2 is a masterpiece thanks to the new sound effects (you can switch to the original) and the new enemie, MR. X, that brings even more horror to the gameplay. You must play it.
  86. Naifinside
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Actually the best remake ever made, capcom has realized a little miracle considering how loved was the original title and how it works perfectly now.
    Different times same result.
    Great work.
  87. Rossol87
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I love it. Its the best of RE but with amazing graphics. Quite scary. Definitely worth playing.
  88. RealNerfherder
    Mar 26, 2019
    9
    Thought it was a wonderful homage to the original. After so many years and misfires by Capcom I was delighted to have that long lost feeling of fear to find out what was around the corner. My main gripe is how Leon and Claire’s plotlines overlap kind of sloppily (i.e. In Leon’s campaign you see Claire at a fence outside of the station, but in Claire’s campaign Leon is the one outside ofThought it was a wonderful homage to the original. After so many years and misfires by Capcom I was delighted to have that long lost feeling of fear to find out what was around the corner. My main gripe is how Leon and Claire’s plotlines overlap kind of sloppily (i.e. In Leon’s campaign you see Claire at a fence outside of the station, but in Claire’s campaign Leon is the one outside of the station - so that kind of ruins the continuity) where campaigns differ only by access to a few rooms, weapon loadout, and one ally sub-quest. The zombies are more difficult to kill and you can’t exploit the ol’ infinite knife anymore (at least not by default).

    In response to several of the negative reviews, I don’t understand the problems. Yes, the zombies take a ton of bullets. They’re zombies. Who cares if you used 12 bullets and it’s not dead? No, you can’t shoot from cover or exploit any stupid arena-shooter features. Go play that atrocity RE6, or the slightly-better RE5 and enjoy quicktime events and “zombies” that leer like Yakuza henchmen, do dirtbike wheelies and tote AK’s. Yes it sucks when Tyrant chases you. It’s annoying to say the least, but it’s also SCARY which is the point because you don’t know exactly where he is and he will always be stalking you during certain parts of the game. And to the purists, screw the canon. The original plots and dialogue were ridiculous to begin with. Why be offended that this awesome game’s laughable plot is only 90% consistent with the laughable plot from 20 years ago? The important thing is the fear factor. /end rant    … Expand
  89. Style-assassin
    Apr 8, 2019
    9
    It took a long time to get this Remake, but here he is at last. Beautiful, complete, cult, scary, enjoyable and exciting, the game will make you the whole experience from start to finish.

    Unfortunately, we're a long way from Shinji Mikami's masterstroke with his legendary Resident Evil for Nintendo GameCube in 2002 (Best Remake Ever). But Resident Evil 2 Remake has at least the merit of    It took a long time to get this Remake, but here he is at last. Beautiful, complete, cult, scary, enjoyable and exciting, the game will make you the whole experience from start to finish.

    Unfortunately, we're a long way from Shinji Mikami's masterstroke with his legendary Resident Evil for Nintendo GameCube in 2002 (Best Remake Ever). But Resident Evil 2 Remake has at least the merit of being "THE SURVIVAL-HORROR" and "THE REMAKE" of the generation.

    For the comparison with its original version, there is unfortunately no photo (at least for the old ones), Resident Evil 2 of 1998 is a tone above thanks to a better control and an indescribable aura (monsters, scenario B, the lab, the sewers, the atmosphere, the music, the fixed camera, the pre-calculated render etc).

    Anyway, congratulations to you Capcom, it's the best Resident Evil since Shinji Mikami's departure, vivement le Remake du 3 and Code Veronica.    … Expand
  90. Vadebo
    Oct 11, 2019
    9
    This game is one of the bests games of this generation, even for a remake. Capcom have do a nice job with the new gameplay, because the old gameplay is a little dreadful. Mr. X is perfectly implanted in the game, and is oppressive have it behind you all the time. The only bad thing for my, is that the history of each character is most similar, i would prefer a different history andThis game is one of the bests games of this generation, even for a remake. Capcom have do a nice job with the new gameplay, because the old gameplay is a little dreadful. Mr. X is perfectly implanted in the game, and is oppressive have it behind you all the time. The only bad thing for my, is that the history of each character is most similar, i would prefer a different history and differents ubications.… Expand
  91. dame3344
    Apr 28, 2019
    10
    This game is the god damn amazing, next remake is for Resident Evil 3 I guess?
  92. Volsyden
    Apr 29, 2019
    9
    When i was young this game scared the hell out of me but now i know the whole story and with the remake and the new graphics... it still scared the hell out of me..... this is the kind of game that brought back memories and looks fantastic, thank you very much.
  93. Wonka
    May 1, 2019
    9
    Great game! Nice creepy ambience throughout. It’s like coming back to an old friend who is suddenly much more attractive.. and scary!
  94. Ahmed_Almanamy
    Jun 1, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game I played it in this first half year .. I am ery excited for the Resident Evil 3 remake on PS5 ..… Expand
  95. gamesi
    May 17, 2019
    10
    outstanding remake with extra game modes and amazing graphics an absolute must have if your a horror zombie fan
  96. MrCrowley
    May 22, 2019
    9
    This is honestly what I wish the Resident Evil 1 Remaster was. The story was captivating despite it being a zombie game, to which there are many of, and the gameplay was tense and strategic forcing me to consider how to conserve ammo. My only issue is the aiming, for while the game controls well, I usually like to play shooters on PC so that I can aim more precisely with a mouse ratherThis is honestly what I wish the Resident Evil 1 Remaster was. The story was captivating despite it being a zombie game, to which there are many of, and the gameplay was tense and strategic forcing me to consider how to conserve ammo. My only issue is the aiming, for while the game controls well, I usually like to play shooters on PC so that I can aim more precisely with a mouse rather than having to keep adjusting a joystick, although that's just a personal preference. Overall, The Resident Evil 2 remake is a must-have for any fan of the horror genre and/or zombie stories.… Expand
  97. kyzaghan
    May 19, 2019
    9
    The atmosphere is successful and scary. The game remains true to its roots. The space and visuals of the game have been completely renovated. Looks great. The structure of the puzzle reminded me of the old games. It smiled at me. I like collectible items. BUT The main scenario is pretty short. Some errors reflected in gameplay are frustrating. There are script scenes. AS A RESULT, we haveThe atmosphere is successful and scary. The game remains true to its roots. The space and visuals of the game have been completely renovated. Looks great. The structure of the puzzle reminded me of the old games. It smiled at me. I like collectible items. BUT The main scenario is pretty short. Some errors reflected in gameplay are frustrating. There are script scenes. AS A RESULT, we have Resident Evil 2 (yes the old one) but with great graphics and new technology. So don't waste a time, buy it.… Expand
  98. ShadowTarzan
    May 28, 2019
    10
    Perfection. 3rd person gameplay and scary atmosphere. Nice graphics, CLassic Costumes and Soundtrack as DLC!!! I just miss some dodge system, but the game still awesome to play.
  99. Brados
    May 29, 2019
    9
    My favorite horror since psx era. Must have for fans of horror games. Real masterpiece.
  100. Samgaming
    Jun 7, 2019
    10
    This game is absolutely mind-blowing. Capcom did a really great job making this game. It really revives the old resident evil games, and makes the series get even creepier. Great character points, great lore points, and most great of all, zombie shooting. Best remake in the series so far.
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  1. CD-Action
    Dec 11, 2019
    90
    The atmosphere of horror is overwhelming and proves that in 2019 there is a place for a Resident-like story in which the modern visuals heighten and not lessen the fear. It’s the best Resident Evil ever. [03/2019, p.40]
  2. Daily Star
    Jun 29, 2019
    100
    The stunning graphics, incredible survival horror combat and wonderfully eerie setting make picking up a copy of Resident Evil 2 a no-brainer.
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  3. GameGrin
    Mar 14, 2019
    90
    Resident Evil 2 is a wonderful recreation of a believed original that, not only recaptures the glory of that game, but also improves upon it from a visual and gameplay standpoint. All in all, don’t miss out on this one.
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