Resident Evil 2

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  1. leonkennedy2
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    I'm impressed with this game! I've played Resident Evil since the First, I played spin offs too, but this one undoubtedly is the BEST resident evil of all! Gameplay in the right measure between horror and action, perfect horror atmosphere, survial horror sensation with managing items and features, is simply phenomenal. Another detail is the "come and go" to use key items. Capcom did aI'm impressed with this game! I've played Resident Evil since the First, I played spin offs too, but this one undoubtedly is the BEST resident evil of all! Gameplay in the right measure between horror and action, perfect horror atmosphere, survial horror sensation with managing items and features, is simply phenomenal. Another detail is the "come and go" to use key items. Capcom did a great job, Masterpiece!… Expand
  2. kamus
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente incrível. Uma obra de arte e com certeza um dos melhore remakes já feitos na historia dos vídeo games.
  3. zoeyzydrick15
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    AMAZING GAME! Honestly from Start to finish it's a wild and scary ride that works hard to deliver an amazing story and experience. I enjoyed the hell out of it. The nostalgia it brings plus the classic feelings you get with it, mixing in the new take on a beloved legendary classic is beyond steller. It is worth the hype and praise it gets
  4. OnlyOneHere
    Jan 25, 2019
    0
    This game has outdated graphics for a AAA linear game released 2019. The textures are awful. This game has barely any content, so why couldn't the graphics be any better? Gun sounds are a joke. The physics are beyond horrible. The story is generic with cringeworthy dialogue. The level design is boring and repetitive. The voice acting is atrocious. There is hardly any enemy variety.This game has outdated graphics for a AAA linear game released 2019. The textures are awful. This game has barely any content, so why couldn't the graphics be any better? Gun sounds are a joke. The physics are beyond horrible. The story is generic with cringeworthy dialogue. The level design is boring and repetitive. The voice acting is atrocious. There is hardly any enemy variety.

    Despite being a $60 game, it lacks so much detail you would expect in full priced games. The gameplay is so outdated. I know it's a remake, but I still expect lots of detail in $60 games. You can't shoot through windows and the developers were too lazy to design the protagonists using the tools in real-time. The AI is so stupid and lazily designed, that the developers just made the zombies bullet sponges. The Tyrant is so annoying, and isn't even scary.

    There is no multiplayer. So once you beat the campaigns, there is not a reason to touch this game again. There isn't even Raid Mode or Mercenaries to be found. Charging $60 for a game with no replay value is a cashgrab. It's pathetic that developers have gotten so lazy and greedy, they are starting to sell half of the game at full price. SP only and MP only games for $60 are a disgrace. I would have been fine with no multiplayer if the game was like $30 or less, but they were too greedy for that. I recommend you wait until this game is $5 or wait until it's free on PS Plus.    … Expand
  5. Tenacidad963
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    El videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibeEl videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibe diferente por decirlo de ese modo, hay puzles complicados que requieren paciencia. Conclusión: Recomendable.

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

    バイオハザード2ビデオゲームは復活し、古典を救うための方法です。 ゲーム全体はこの時代の技術でもたらされ、解釈されています。 このバージョンとその前バージョンを比較するのは便利ではありません。 しかし、新しい世代が新しい力学と新しいグラフィックでこれらの物語を生きることができるように、古典を作り直すことは良い考えです。 また、難しさはそのようにそれを言うことによって異なる認識され、忍耐を必要とする複雑なパズルがあります。 結論：おすすめです。    … Expand
  6. Redzeroo
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Capcom has managed to bring back the original feel of the old style survival horror and bring it back in the most fantastic way possible. Familiar surroundings yet new and great attention to depth of characters while respecting their old portrayals. Resident Evil 2 Remake is a start in the right direction and I hope Capcom continue to move this way forward. Thanks Capcom and team! You nailed it!
  7. Joker_
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Wonderful game, with beautiful and gorgeous graphics. A huge honor to who played the original in 1998.
  8. Leon99
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Simply one of the best resident evil games in recent years. Capcom have done a great job on this game and they managed to respect the original while creating something bran new. I recommend it to RE fans, fans of survival horror and people simply looking for a good game.
  9. aeduardo26
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Este es claramente el mejor remake de un videojuego de la historia, 100000/10
  10. ultimatesoll
    Jan 25, 2019
    9
    Most demanding remake is finally out, Resident Evil 2 is back!

    No need to say much about the game itself but is this “remake” is beyond of our expectations ? Absolutely yes. Resident Evil 2 Remake brings both old school elements and newer gameplay mechanics together into this new installment. This game is a brand new one that created from the scratch, it’s not a simple “remade” title    Most demanding remake is finally out, Resident Evil 2 is back!

    No need to say much about the game itself but is this “remake” is beyond of our expectations ? Absolutely yes. Resident Evil 2 Remake brings both old school elements and newer gameplay mechanics together into this new installment.

    This game is a brand new one that created from the scratch, it’s not a simple “remade” title at all. The main campaign is loyal to the original one but all of the places we visiting are redesigned. This is a so bloody, scary and so gory game after all. It has a lot jump scare moments. I can clearly say that graphic content is high. The overall gameplay is quite good, aiming is not messy. We have all the classic weapons along with the some special melee items. Higher difficulty is not unforgiving (even the headshot is useless against zombies). Inventory and weapon slots are easy to use, camera is right and control is smooth. The developers removed the alternate moves such as; dodge in order to keep the originality, which is cool for me. Puzzles are also changed but not so frustrating. They kept the “limited ammo-high surviving skill” formula at there which is the core basis of the very first Resident Evil game. Boss battles are not so hype or complex unfortunately. They should’ve been better i think.

    **Resident Evil 2: Lights Out Edition**

    The game has incredible graphics, hands down! Best RE game ever created, but a few issues here that i have to mention; the game is quite darky at most of the part of the game. Yet again, Leon and Claire have amazing models (and of course Ada too) and the whole effects are perfectly done (raining, flame, blowups etc.). In addition to this “lighting” problems, the game still behind of the Darkside Chronicles in certain parts which was a disappointing for me. Some cut-scenes were not satisfying.
    Sound effects are not so great but not so ordinary as well; gun sounds could’ve been better that’s it. The game’s newer OST doesn’t give that epic ambiance as much as the old one gives, but it’s still good (the deluxe version let you use old soundtrack if you have it). Voice acting is also great, so you can notice that during the cinematics.

    **Extras & Verdict**

    The game has some extras for fun, but my personal option that they’re still deficient for an AAA quality game anyway. An example,they could make HUNK’s mission a little longer. But this is a Resident Evil game after all, and it offers everything we need in a decent RE game. It still has 4 different scenarios as they exist in the original one but with the slight changes of course. I wish I could see some extra scenes from the original tho.
    Resident Evil 2 Remake is a successful title, no doubt it will be one of the most played game of the 2019. Despite some of it’s flaws, enjoy the game over and over. Play on.    … Expand
  11. Sick439
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first time I played resident evil 2, almost 16 years ago, I felt fear but mostly uncertainty, the uncertainty of not knowing what is going to happen next door weather should I do? go on or look for a typewriter. Now playing this remake I not just feel the same but that feeling got strengthened, the uncertainty became paranoia; the darkness along with the sound FX becomes your imagination into your worst enemy. Every time you have to decide kill the enemy or save ammo and every ammunition counts. I still remember killing a zombie in resident evil 2 with 5 or 6 rounds max and always having at least enough ammo, that`s something that is not going to happen here. Mr. X has been never so unstoppable in all the resident evil saga.
    CAPCOM NAILED IT, IF YOU ARE A VETERAN IN RESIDENT EVIL CLASSICS PLAYING IN HARD.
    Saludos desde Argentina!!!.    … Expand
  12. GenuineBruv2021
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil 2 remake is a masterpiece, it is easily the best looking game of this generation, it has a gripping story and above all it's got thrilling and smooth gameplay. This game is very different from the original 1998 Resident Evil 2. This is definitely a remake, not a remaster but it is definitely the best remake of a retro game out there. This game is near perfect but I just haveResident Evil 2 remake is a masterpiece, it is easily the best looking game of this generation, it has a gripping story and above all it's got thrilling and smooth gameplay. This game is very different from the original 1998 Resident Evil 2. This is definitely a remake, not a remaster but it is definitely the best remake of a retro game out there. This game is near perfect but I just have one issue, that is Tyrant. The Tyrant is very annoying in this game, he chases after you a lot in the RPD and he has an unfair advantage over the player, I say that because he always knows where you are and he is invincible. He also gets in the way of puzzles that you are trying to complete by grabbing you or hitting you while you are trying to do something. He also blocks you from going to your destination quite a bit but he isn't there for long (depending on which scenario you play) and when he leaves, the game picks up the pace again. This isn't a huge issue its more of an irritation than anything else. Resident Evil 2 Remake has some of the best voice acting in the franchise and easily the best narrative. Overall Resident Evil 2 Remake is a masterpiece of a game, it gets so many things right and only a couple of things wrong. This game will probably be my personal GOTY for 2019. If you are into survival horror or a die hard fan of the series you should get this game.… Expand
  13. IlyaLakmus
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Я начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На немЯ начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На нем окончательно и официально анонсировали ремейк. Я был просто счастлив. Но в придачу к этому, ремейк объявили лучше игрой выставки E3 2018. Я чувствовал такую гордость за Capcom, что не могу передать словами. А трейлеры игры я пересматривал за день десятками раз.

    Перейдем к самой игре. Capcom идеально совместили стиль Resident Evil 4 и саму Resident Evil 2. Игра и страшная, и бодрая, и интересная, и с загадками, в общем, как мы любим. Игре вроде 21 год, но такое чувство, что это совсем другая игра. В чём-то это так и есть. Некоторые места ты сразу узнаешь, что в той или другой комнате поменяли. Но есть и совершенно новые комнаты. Сюжет идет совсем другой дорогой (в буквальном смысле). Если тут, играя за Клэр, ты на лифте Шефа Айронса возвращаешься в R.P.D., то в оригинале наоборот, ты выбираешься с его помощью. Не буду сильно спойлерить и портить ощущения от игры. Игру обязательно покупайте. Capcom в последнее время начала просыпаться и делать превосходные игры, как в былые времена.
    Оценка: 10/10    … Expand
  14. The_Steep
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This is a remake that is not a remake at all! The game is perfect and the element of Survivel Horror is just great, for a long time I have not been so happy! This is when I made a pre-order and did not regret it! 10/10 I’m waiting for remake 3 and Veronica’s Code! The game is worth the money and it is commendable!
  15. BaraaKLF992
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This is coming from a man who played the entire RE series and a classic fan.
    I don't think there is a game that was under more pressure than this one.
    The original being the classic it was, and the wait of 17 years, all these factors made its success a "MUST" if Capcom wanted the series to get back to the right tract. And they definitely delivered. They took the series to a whole new    This is coming from a man who played the entire RE series and a classic fan.
    I don't think there is a game that was under more pressure than this one.
    The original being the classic it was, and the wait of 17 years, all these factors made its success a "MUST" if Capcom wanted the series to get back to the right tract.
    And they definitely delivered.
    They took the series to a whole new level with incredible graphics and great gameplay mechanics. The zombies are the best looking and most difficult to kill compared to any other zombie game, it definitely restored our fear of zombies from the original RE.
    The lickers are terrifying and Mr.X is very intimidating when chasing you.
    The story sucks you in deeply whether its Claire or Leon, all this while still remaining faithful to the original RE2.
    Bottom line is...Perfection is what this game is!    … Expand
  16. Revolt23
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece! Beautiful looking game! It deserves all the praise and good reviews it gets.
  17. SaimKhanChandio
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Best Game of 2019!!! This game you must play!! One of the best games of all time!
  18. JustSandy
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    What I like in RE games is that it is horror, but it is fun at the same time. I like play a game that I can enjoy the action despite the dark theme of the story. And RE2 2019 is just all things that fans are asking for years. RE7 was good, but nothing can compare with the pleasure of playing with Leon, Claire, Jill and Chris.
  19. GamerJosh0137
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Some of my best memories involve me and my friends playing Resident Evil 2 over, and over, and over again. We scoured every inch the game had to offer, we loved it. Naturally when I heard the remake was coming I contacted friends from my childhood, some of which I hadn't seen in almost 10 years and we all got together and started the game at exactly midnight. It is safe to say that I amSome of my best memories involve me and my friends playing Resident Evil 2 over, and over, and over again. We scoured every inch the game had to offer, we loved it. Naturally when I heard the remake was coming I contacted friends from my childhood, some of which I hadn't seen in almost 10 years and we all got together and started the game at exactly midnight. It is safe to say that I am a little biased but that shouldn't take away from the fact that Resident Evil 2 Remake is a well crafted, quality game. Everything from visuals to sound design really shined, and the anxiety I got when zig-zagging through tight hallways trying to preserver what precious little ammo I had. The map was my best friend. Planning routes is essential to getting around RE2, and can REALLY help you when it comes to supplies you had to pass up thanks to a full inventory. As long as you look at something it will be marked on the map. That way you can always go back and grab ammo, herbs, keys, etc. Like the original, you will also find a lot of "files" that tell their own story, and it was a joy to read them. Granted, so far I have only played the first scenario with Leon, and I am more than halfway through with Claire's first scenario, but I think it's more than safe to say that this will be considered one of the greatest survival horror games to release, and very well might put survival horror back on the top, where they were in the 90's. If you like survival horror, this is a must play.… Expand
  20. SneakingSnake
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    THIS GAME IS AN ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE AND NOTHING BELOW 10!! Must buy this game if you are a true gamer! THANK YOU SO MUCH CAPCOM!!
  21. skyr1m
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    In a world of pointless halfassed remasters. this is how to bring a classic old game back to life
  22. jdvb00
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    wow what an incredible game,graphics, sound,animations,puzzles.,, all these things are incredible fit in the gameplay in brilliant way
  23. kwstas
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    I dont know what else i can say that is not already been told . Its obvious that this game amazed everyone who tries it until now and it is without a doubt absolutely brilliant . This will be remembered as the best resident evil game ever and it is swiftly breaking all the records among the horror genre . It is the story with the characters and places of resident evil 2 though it isI dont know what else i can say that is not already been told . Its obvious that this game amazed everyone who tries it until now and it is without a doubt absolutely brilliant . This will be remembered as the best resident evil game ever and it is swiftly breaking all the records among the horror genre . It is the story with the characters and places of resident evil 2 though it is practically a brand new game , a total remake with all the modern characteristics and graphics that are too close to reality . It is sure the best looking game with the greatest graphics that capcom has ever produced , it just look amazing realistic creepy atmospheric as hell and with the best sound . Just try and you wont regret , this game has given the perfect start for 2019 gaming season if goes on like that it will the best year ever!… Expand
  24. Ericsonys
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    It's just what I'm waiting for the game. It makes you feel tension all over the game. It's basically all of the classic success plus all the good things on RE7, but in the "over the shoulder" camera. I would risk to say that the new version of Resident Evil 2 is my favorite game of all.
  25. FanaticGamer89
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil is back for real. So many elements is nailed just right. Let me try and make it short and sweet.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Can't recommend this game highly enough, in fact, if you by any chance is still reading, I beg you to buy the game, give Capcom a reason to keep producing these amazing games.    … Expand
  26. Koalamaster
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    A brutal change The best that capcom has done in years is almost a perfect game
  27. July10435
    Jan 25, 2019
    8
    An excellent game excellent graphics great gameplay currently the second best Resident Evil game in history.
  28. titansoftime
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Absolutely terrifying and fun. Looks great, plays great, sounds great. Controls are a little foreign to me but I'm adapting (Nintendo Switch Pro controller on PC) . I've waited 21 years for this and could not be happier.

    I particularly enjoy the fact that this game got under the skin of a particular cult member from Norway. Cherry on top.
  29. zotac
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have nothing to add.It is a incredible an the most complete remake Iv ever seen.I suggest Resident Evil 2 to all three platform gamers to experience it and enjoy.This is nothing negative I can tell you about this amazing resident evil 2.If you Havent play it yet please you will lose one best games ever thank you for reading this.… Expand
  30. alsione
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    no lutbox!)) EA,Blizzard, Ubosoft HELLOW! GREAT game! cd project red we waiting cyberpunk!
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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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