Resident Evil 2

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Universal acclaim- based on 4840 Ratings

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  1. TopGamerOtaku
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Este jogo esta simplesmente incrível! esta bem fiel ao game antigo e da realmente bastante medo!
  2. rafaelgosil
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    This is my 1st review at Metacritic.com and I've registered just to say:

    BUY IT, MASTERPIECE, this remember my childhood, the perfection in details, the sound is SUPERB, (Spoiler: MR X footprint sound, playing in a 5.1 system is totally AMAZING), the environment sound respecting each room is insane, I've been feeling the real zombie apocalypse Resident Evil Remake 1 was the best    This is my 1st review at Metacritic.com and I've registered just to say:

    BUY IT, MASTERPIECE, this remember my childhood, the perfection in details, the sound is SUPERB, (Spoiler: MR X footprint sound, playing in a 5.1 system is totally AMAZING), the environment sound respecting each room is insane, I've been feeling the real zombie apocalypse

    Resident Evil Remake 1 was the best until now however RE 2 Remake is better!No loading time, the atmosphere, the details! Thank you Capcom to hear your fans    … Expand
  3. 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
  4. Zhafri
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    As a fan of zombie games especially Resident Evil franchises, I definitely recommend this game. GOTY 2K19!!!!!
  5. MrConfucius
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    I consider this as one of the best remake game ever. With the realistic graphics and an amazing yet scary atmosphere, they really did a great job in remaking this game. Kudos to creators and the company.
  6. Lelzo2019
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    An absolute amazing remake and a must play for survival horror fans.
    I loved the atmosphere, story, and puzzles, and Capcom has done a great job on remaking every piece of the 1998 classic while also keeping it fresh for the long time fans.
  7. SgtEnigma
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Created an account just to leave a review for this game. I remember playing the first RE on the original Playstation - that first zombie encounter in the mansion is an experience I'll never forget. Since then have managed to play every single RE in the franchise. RE2 was my absolutely favorite of the whole series not just because of the gameplay but also the story/lore behind it and howCreated an account just to leave a review for this game. I remember playing the first RE on the original Playstation - that first zombie encounter in the mansion is an experience I'll never forget. Since then have managed to play every single RE in the franchise. RE2 was my absolutely favorite of the whole series not just because of the gameplay but also the story/lore behind it and how awesome it was to play two difference perspectives. I sunk 100's of hours into that game. The remake is no different and actually enhances/brings me back to those memories. The dread, the horror of encountering zombies for the first time. The lickers being dangerously scary to encounter. Hats of to CAPCOM and the creators of this masterpiece for sticking to the original theme and still giving us a powerful gaming experience. This is hands down the best nostalgia experience I've had in gaming in a long time and I can't wait to sink in 100's of more hours fully exploring the depths of what this game offers. From a long time fan of the series. Thank you!… Expand
  8. Moreno97
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Es sencillamente una obra maestra reimaginada a la actual generación. No hay mucho más que decir, si te gustan los Resident Evil de la vieja escuela, este es el tuyo sin dudarlo, porque tiene todo lo mejor de los de PSX pero elevando cada elemento hasta hacerlo casi perfecto.
    Es un remake más que digno de aquel del 98, Capcom esta vez ha hecho bien su trabajo.
    Si quieres pasar miedo    Es sencillamente una obra maestra reimaginada a la actual generación. No hay mucho más que decir, si te gustan los Resident Evil de la vieja escuela, este es el tuyo sin dudarlo, porque tiene todo lo mejor de los de PSX pero elevando cada elemento hasta hacerlo casi perfecto.
    Es un remake más que digno de aquel del 98, Capcom esta vez ha hecho bien su trabajo.

    Si quieres pasar miedo de verdad, ese miedo de no tener munición, estar perdido en algún punto e incluso no poder resolver un puzzle, entonces debes jugarlo sí o sí.    … Expand
  9. BrunoHobbit
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Huge. One of the greatests games ever. One of my favorites games of the franchise.
  10. YEAHHHHHH
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    issssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss amaaaaaaaaaazingggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg
  11. fineltooooo
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    incredible videogame, is a masterpice ...... beautifull game, the bestttttt gamee for ever in my lifee is ommmmmmmmmmmmgggggggggggggggggggggg omggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg
  12. y2keef
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Capcom has hit it straight out of the park. I grew up with the original in 1998 and it's one of my favourite games of all time. This game is a terrifying re-imagining of the original and worth every penny. Slight story and location tweaks have really made this a fresh new experience!!

    RE3 Now please :D
  13. Musmuljica
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    That's why I bought PS4. It was the best game on PS1 and very best on PS4! Thanks.....
  14. shahin10
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Actually this is the best horror game witch a played. so much enjoyable. Thanks Capcom.
  15. LeonardoSF90
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mesmo com um enredo um pouco superficial, esse é um dos melhores games de TODOS OS TEMPOS! Talvez o melhor do gênero até hoje. Assim eu acho! Restaurou aquela minha vontade de passar horas jogando pela madrugada. Obrigado CAPCOM e que venha o Remake do 3º.… Expand
  16. Skull_CL
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Juego de 10, como deben ser los remakes. Casi tan bueno como el original. Asi se deben hacer los remakes
  17. yeahhhhhhh34
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    issssssssssssssssssss amazingggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg gameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee forrrrrrrrrrrr everrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
  18. Surfin_Iriwn
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Great return to oldschool Resident Evil style. A Must Play for fans of the classic titles.
  19. Shirou
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Capcom really know what they did, they turned a brilliant game into another brilliant game. I enjoy every second I play, and the experience is absolutely amazing. I love what they do and of course I keep waiting for another resident evil.
  20. rachro23
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    I never played the original or any in the Resident Evil series so this was my first and it was an awesome experience. It took me about eight and a half hours to complete Leon’s campaign. The graphics are gorgeous, the blood and gore looked so good. The audio is fantastic, very eerie, hearing the Tyrant’s footsteps coming from all around me was terrifying. Enemies are very scary especiallyI never played the original or any in the Resident Evil series so this was my first and it was an awesome experience. It took me about eight and a half hours to complete Leon’s campaign. The graphics are gorgeous, the blood and gore looked so good. The audio is fantastic, very eerie, hearing the Tyrant’s footsteps coming from all around me was terrifying. Enemies are very scary especially the lickers, having to be very quite made for some intense moments. Puzzles were not too hard so it wasn’t a pain to get from one mission to the next. Story was also compelling which was icing on the cake. Capcom did an amazing job with this game, so worth the money!… Expand
  21. ali91
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    I wasn't a fan for the original 1998 Resident Evil 2. I was a big fan of Resident Evil 3 Nemesis. But the guys at Capcom did a phenomenal job in remaking this game. It became my favorite Resident Evil game of all time. When you play it you really can't think of anything that could have been better. The gameplay, the story, the graphics and basically everything is crafted to excellence.I wasn't a fan for the original 1998 Resident Evil 2. I was a big fan of Resident Evil 3 Nemesis. But the guys at Capcom did a phenomenal job in remaking this game. It became my favorite Resident Evil game of all time. When you play it you really can't think of anything that could have been better. The gameplay, the story, the graphics and basically everything is crafted to excellence. Kudos Capcom, I hope one day we can see Resident Evil 3 remake with such passion.… Expand
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. MorganKaines
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    As an old player, who was 12 when first playing RE1 and RE2 back in the day, I was worried about this remake, thinking "it wouldn't be as it was". And it wasn't, not completely. However, the characters feels genuine and as I remember them, some of the more epic moments has been kept in like I remembered them and the storyline is, albeit built up more, pretty much as I remember it. WhereAs an old player, who was 12 when first playing RE1 and RE2 back in the day, I was worried about this remake, thinking "it wouldn't be as it was". And it wasn't, not completely. However, the characters feels genuine and as I remember them, some of the more epic moments has been kept in like I remembered them and the storyline is, albeit built up more, pretty much as I remember it. Where they've made changes, they've put in alternative scenes, like changing the first licker meeting to a different location or made it play out a bit differently; while yet still having the "feel of the moment" be preserved. I still remember that mind-numbing horror from first seeing the licker, and I felt it again now; to an even greater degree because they have somehow managed to make lickers feel even more bloody terrifying than they were! They're bigger, faster and a genuine threat that makes you hesitate to take them on even if you need to for the one reason or the other. The zombies, you can still run circles around them, for the most part, but they are really pesky and tend to get back up again. So seeing a hallway with 2 or more of them still cause a big lump in my throat, because like the original, ammo is scarce, health items are scarce; and you constantly have to be watchful of how much you spend needlessly.

    I can't comment on much more without spoiling, but that's the essence of it. Somehow, they have recreated the "scares" and amplified them! RE2 RM is an absolutely terrifying game to play at times; and there are moments where you think you're safe, just to turn around and see something that makes your heart pretty much explode. I don't know how many times I started swearing at the screen, cause something scared the living you know what out of me. And I'm not that easy to scare, to be honest, having been a horror movie/-games fan for many years.

    And it does a good job of making sure you get the kind of game experience you want. If you like it rough, there's hard-core mode. If you're on the squeamish side, there's an easy mode. And if you think maybe you just wanna go the middle way, there's that option too. Another thing I really liked was that you can choose your controller set; alternative buttons for various actions. The default button for the running toggle is the R3 (stick) which is rough on my thumb which tends to get inflamed. I could switch the controller set to one where the run toggle was on R1 instead, which is much easier on my hands. So albeit giving you a hard core horrifying experience; the game mechanics themselves are user friendly and gives a lot of options so that you can play the game in a way that's comfortable for you and gives you the kind of experience you want.

    Last things; this game, is possibly the most gorgeous game I have seen in a long, long time! Sure, it's bloody and full of gore, but man those graphics are absolutely amazing from the scenery to the facial animations of the characters. And the atmosphere, created by the eerie music, weird scary noises and the flickering lights here and there; its brutal and ingenious all at the same time. I can't even begin to say how impressed I was by how they've built this fantastic horror play box. There's some serious effort that's been put in and every facet of the game is so incredibly well done.

    For me, who was worried when the details of the game started coming out, I can't say anything else than that they really positively surprised me in the end. It's an easy 10/10 for me; and I am so happy that they did such an amazing job with it, considering I've been waiting 5 years for this game to finally show up, after they announced it was in the works. Must be five years now, no? I waited before that too, but the point is; this old timer is very happy with the end result! And even though Claire and Leon looks younger, it makes sense that they do since they are actually supposed to be quite young and looked perhaps a bit too old for their actual age in the older games. Ada was portrayed pretty well too, although she looks more Asian/white than actual Asian. Imagine a Kristin Kreuk, only maybe a bit less sweet and with a bit more bite.

    I babble. 10/10 guys. Highly recommended if you like scaring yourself silly, hehe. And it works for both old timers like me and the new crowd, I'd imagine, as it tells the story well and stands on its own feet.    … Expand
  26. concert_tour
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    I was a child 20 years ago, I bought my Resident Evil 2 game disc with my pocket money, which left a deep impression on me. After 20 years, I can finally return to the Raccoon City. The game make the dark, wet, rotten Raccoon Police Department look like alive, the game flow is very smooth, the tight resources are just right, the young Leon and Claire are very cute. I love this game!
  27. StephenVincentG
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    It's so adorable to read the negative reviews. You can tell these are younger gamers who have been coddled and spoiled on endless lives, endless ammo, and enemies that are easily defeated. I have barely scratched the surface of this game, but I'm giving it a high rating to negate the crybabies. Resident Evil started a decline with 4. Now THIS is a Resident Evil game. Play on theIt's so adorable to read the negative reviews. You can tell these are younger gamers who have been coddled and spoiled on endless lives, endless ammo, and enemies that are easily defeated. I have barely scratched the surface of this game, but I'm giving it a high rating to negate the crybabies. Resident Evil started a decline with 4. Now THIS is a Resident Evil game. Play on the hardest difficulty if you want to know what a Resident Evil veteran likes.… Expand
  28. Baxeon
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    Возможно, одна из лучших игр в жанре survival-horror. Теперь ждем #ResidentEvil3Remake
  29. kstelakis
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    I hated Leon and the original RE. The first 3 look angry as hell and the others were more action than horror but this game made me love the original story. RE7 was the first RE I saw and I loved it but I still prefer RE2 because its just that good.
  30. RobotNugg3t
    Jan 31, 2019
    10
    Hearing that your favorite game is gonna remade is pretty exciting but kinda scary' for example Spyro Reignited Trilogy was really rough around the edges; but when i played Resident Evil 2 i felt like i was re experiencing that game that i remember being flawless but somehow better. Capcom out did themselves fine-tooning my second favorite game to perfection i completed this game to 100%Hearing that your favorite game is gonna remade is pretty exciting but kinda scary' for example Spyro Reignited Trilogy was really rough around the edges; but when i played Resident Evil 2 i felt like i was re experiencing that game that i remember being flawless but somehow better. Capcom out did themselves fine-tooning my second favorite game to perfection i completed this game to 100% and has finally put it down happy' this game is a masterpiece deserving a 10/10.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 85
  3. Negative: 0 out of 85
  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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