Resident Evil 4 (2005)

 PlayStation 4
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 779 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 660 out of 779
  2. Mixed: 63 out of 779
  3. Negative: 56 out of 779
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  1. HerosAmazonum
    Aug 6, 2020
    8
    It is not the best RE game, but It is definitely iconic qnd worth playing. In my opinion, the large Focus on action does not combine with the RE franchise, the horror elements are much more exciting.
    It was in this game that the franchise started making the mistake of turning RE into an action game, once they enhaced the action in the fifth and (especially) in the sixth game, the stories    It is not the best RE game, but It is definitely iconic qnd worth playing. In my opinion, the large Focus on action does not combine with the RE franchise, the horror elements are much more exciting.
    It was in this game that the franchise started making the mistake of turning RE into an action game, once they enhaced the action in the fifth and (especially) in the sixth game, the stories got less exciting.    … Expand
  2. Mustafa86
    Sep 19, 2020
    0
    It's not a resident evil game, the only resident evil thing in it was the title
  3. Ducroste
    Nov 19, 2020
    8
    Is the best resident evil ever but could have a remake and not a remastered because the controls actually are terrible, but the rest is very very well. I recommend doing a remake but only improve the cam, the history doesn´t change anything ANYTHING
  4. Konstanti
    Jan 11, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A wonderful game, especially for its age. I didnt like seperate ways and assignment Ada, but its not the main story so its a clear 9/10 for me… Expand
  5. mixxd69
    Dec 7, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The one dumb thing that was not included was a ammo buying system for the dude that you can buy instead its scadered around the map man… Expand
  6. CFMCritic
    May 16, 2021
    8
    This version is the same old great RE4. They could've improved it in some ways but RE4 is perfect and it always will be. The graphics are a bit dated though and the gameplay is still clunky.
  7. EdgarballZ
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    Played this game to 100% on PS2, then on Xbox 360, and now on PS4. Always feels nice to go back to this gem, still well playable to this date. This HD port feels great, a very smooth 60fps experience. I didn't like that some textures, animations, and even entire cutscenes from the extra modes, didn't get any upgrade. Animations like the Bolt Sniper's reload, textures from the environmentPlayed this game to 100% on PS2, then on Xbox 360, and now on PS4. Always feels nice to go back to this gem, still well playable to this date. This HD port feels great, a very smooth 60fps experience. I didn't like that some textures, animations, and even entire cutscenes from the extra modes, didn't get any upgrade. Animations like the Bolt Sniper's reload, textures from the environment and the poor quality cutscenes straight from 2005 really screws up a bit, since you're probably playing on a Full HD or even 4K TV, and man it doesn't look good. Still a great game.… Expand
  8. storytelling
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Hopefully they will show trailer for remake in summer 2021, i'm soooooooooooo hyped!!!!!
  9. ale____x91
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Same great game as the original version with a better HD quality. Nowadays the commands are perhaps a bit limiting but I really suggest It to all those who want to get closer to the series.
  10. Necarat
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    this game is the best video game ever. all gamers must have played this game.
  11. Edgarmontt
    Jan 2, 2021
    10
    Me gusta como va de fluido los gráficos y la jugabilidad excelente en si es una joya que se halla lanzado para ps4
  12. Marcexplay
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor juego de la historia papus increíble como isiron está juego quiero que salga el remake y lo hagan mejor que nunca… Expand
  13. GreenPufferFish
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    100% the best resident evil game very fun also the people chanting sound like there saying no more cookies
  14. Noctiss
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Best ever ءءظطذذدزروىجكمنالبيشضصثقغعخحجخهفصضسيلتنكةووزطشضضثفهحةكملشظذروًًًًر
  15. doubleOrts
    Apr 17, 2021
    7
    You would think they would at least upgrade a few textures in this edition, but nope. Resident Evil 4 is still a gem though.
  16. Vng
    May 20, 2021
    10
    Meiner Meinung nach ist das Spiel einer der besten teil der Reihe oder wahrscheinlich das beste.
  17. Paignionomikon
    May 24, 2021
    8
    Dear reader,

    I liked the plot and the action. It has suspense, too. The drawback, in my opinion, is the camera: when you try to look around, it will automatically turn back to the forward view in a matter of seconds, not giving you the time to observe the surroundings. Another issue is the graphics, which reminds of games at least a decade or even more before RE 4 was made.    Dear reader,

    I liked the plot and the action. It has suspense, too.

    The drawback, in my opinion, is the camera: when you try to look around, it will automatically turn back to the forward view in a matter of seconds, not giving you the time to observe the surroundings.

    Another issue is the graphics, which reminds of games at least a decade or even more before RE 4 was made.

    Other than those, it is a good game.

    Thank you for reading!    … Expand
  18. YokoHugo
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    Inihininininininnononononoononknonknonoonnonononononononjojojojoojohhuuuhhhhu
  19. Barker0
    May 8, 2021
    10
    After finishing Resident Evil Village i can say that Resident Evil 4 still remains as The King. But that doesn't mean that i didn't like Village. Village was actually very good and it was really cool to see that they very clearly took inspiration from RE4.
  20. Ratata
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, great action while maintaining horror elements. Definitely not what most would consider a resident evil game though, but I don't really mind.
  21. Patedus
    Mar 15, 2022
    9
    Great game for it's time and for our time, it's an easy game to appreciate, idk it just slaps
  22. Lukkaya
    Jun 6, 2021
    10
    This game is sugar Best resident evil action game ever
    Hope remake doesn't disappoint
  23. Zespedes
    Feb 27, 2022
    8
    Resident Evil 4 es el juego que cambió toda la franquicia para siempre, pasó del horror a la acción, lo cual dio a la saga un larga etapa oscura con juegos sin la alma de Resident Evil, como lo fueron el 5 y obviamente el 6. La historia de este juego es absurda y simple, tanto que pareciera ser una película genérica de acción con muchos disparos, acrobacias y explosiones. Pero lo que no seResident Evil 4 es el juego que cambió toda la franquicia para siempre, pasó del horror a la acción, lo cual dio a la saga un larga etapa oscura con juegos sin la alma de Resident Evil, como lo fueron el 5 y obviamente el 6. La historia de este juego es absurda y simple, tanto que pareciera ser una película genérica de acción con muchos disparos, acrobacias y explosiones. Pero lo que no se le puede negar a este juego es que marcó toda una generación con su adictivo gameplay, en el cual está su sistema de combate y administración de recursos, influyó a las siguientes generaciones de videojuegos y es una pieza clave para el mundo de los videojuegos. Es un buen juego, pero no un Resident Evil muy bueno.… Expand
  24. op90
    Jun 5, 2022
    10
    to play....................................................................
  25. frederik1478
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    My favourite behind the Shoulder action game of all time .
    This game makes interesting rooms all the time with enemy enemy placement and it's just fun the game is never tinnitus because it never does the same thing it always finds a new spin to have in the next room. You're in it's just so good.
    The story is fun in the best way, it's just so fun to hear people talk to each other because    My favourite behind the Shoulder action game of all time .
    This game makes interesting rooms all the time with enemy enemy placement and it's just fun the game is never tinnitus because it never does the same thing it always finds a new spin to have in the next room. You're in it's just so good.

    The story is fun in the best way, it's just so fun to hear people talk to each other because there is a good feeling of fun about it.

    The game still looks good today. The character models are still looking great today and the weapon models are extremely good designs.

    Basic this is one of my favourite games of all time and I will recommend it as much as I can breathe.    … Expand
  26. Mehrab4K
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    Resident evil 4 really need 4k patch for ps4 pro , ps5 and xbox one x and xbox Series X|S please capcom .
  27. Crysouls
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Prós:
    - Personagens
    - Jogabilidade - Boss Battles - Atmosfera - Direção de arte - Fator Replay - Sistema de upgrades exclusivos das armas - Level design Contras: - Excesso de inimigos em algumas partes principalmente na Ilha. Conclusão: Foi a primeira vez que joguei RE4 e mano que jogo foda é muito divertido, tem um enredo bacana, na minha opinião melhor que RE2 E RE3,    Prós:
    - Personagens
    - Jogabilidade
    - Boss Battles
    - Atmosfera
    - Direção de arte
    - Fator Replay
    - Sistema de upgrades exclusivos das armas
    - Level design

    Contras:
    - Excesso de inimigos em algumas partes principalmente na Ilha.

    Conclusão: Foi a primeira vez que joguei RE4 e mano que jogo foda é muito divertido, tem um enredo bacana, na minha opinião melhor que RE2 E RE3, Resident Evil 4 realmente me surpreendeu um baita jogo com uma diversidade muito boa de armas e dando ao jogador liberdade de escolha em seus upgrades, sistema de chutes implementado no RE4 pra mim foi uma ótima adição deixa o game mais dinamico e ao mesmo tempo arriscado por estar dando as caras com inimigo, tem excelentes boss fights a do Crauser com certeza se tornou a minha batalha favorita de todos Residents , simplesmente jogo RE4 mesmo não sendo fã de tps, eu mesmo não curto tps mas gostei de Resident4 então dê uma chance, sou do souls-like mas Resident sem dúvidas está entre uma das minhas franquias favoritas depois deste game.    … Expand
  28. deathstramding
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece… Expand
  29. O3liveon
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    This game was perfection when it first came out. If you haven't played it, the remake is coming out soon and it MUST be completed and experienced. Although, I know it's old and sometimes harder to get into older games because old games are old. But if you love gaming and game's history this is one you can not afford to miss.
  30. Elite_Soldier
    Apr 4, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Normal Mode - 8/10
    Resident Evil 4 is an outstanding game with a solid game loop, tense inventory management, and a derelict atmosphere that drew me in. The world is captivating to explore, with five giant landmarks to discover. However, the game dragged near the end due to the sheer amount of content.

    One of the downsides of the game is the QTE segments, which can be frustrating. Additionally, the cutscene dialogue and voice acting can be corny and it does detract from the immersion of the game. Another issue is Leon's plot armour. For example, when Sadler kills Luis but Leon is spared for no apparent reason, or when we are in the barn house with Luis and surrounded by zombies but they simply leave us alone. It can break immersion and appear forced.

    Separate Ways - 9/10
    Some plot points go unresolved in the main game but are explained in the "Separate Ways" mode, which adds depth to the story. It recontextualized the main game's events, addressed plot points, and teased the next instalment in the series, Resident Evil 5. It was short and sweet.

    Pro Mode - 8.5/10
    I skipped all cutscenes and concentrated solely on the gameplay, I ended up pushing both myself and the game mechanics to their breaking point. This is when RE4 felt like a true arcade game and I had a blast!

    Overall - 8/10
    Resident Evil 4 is a great game with its fun gameplay loops, tense atmosphere, and captivating world. While it has some flaws such as QTEs, corny dialogue, and plot armour, the overall experience is highly enjoyable and left me wanting more!    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#48 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#27 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
44
#44 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Oct 29, 2016
    80
    Veterans should hold onto their hard-earned pesetas for a future budget buy. If you’re a newbie to the series it’s ok to buy it at a high price, stranger. [December 2016, p81]
  2. GameOver.gr
    Oct 21, 2016
    60
    This version aims only for the one or two persons in the world that haven’t played the game yet. Besides the 1080p resolution and the 60 fps framerate, it is still a lazy port.
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  3. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Oct 11, 2016
    90
    Resident Evil 4 is still a great experience. It still is one of the best entries of the whole Resident Evil franchise. 1080p and 60 FPS turns the game into a smooth thriller even if it is still not a full remake.
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