Resident Evil 7: biohazard

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  1. Gazombie
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 played the whole game on a PS4 Pro using PSVR. Resident Evil won't be a 3rd person, fixed camera angle, pre rendered background and clunky control game again like it used to be and how i liked it but this is the next best thing because it brings back the horror and gore!! Playing the game on the PSVR was unreal, the immersion is unbelievable you feel like you are in theResident Evil 7 played the whole game on a PS4 Pro using PSVR. Resident Evil won't be a 3rd person, fixed camera angle, pre rendered background and clunky control game again like it used to be and how i liked it but this is the next best thing because it brings back the horror and gore!! Playing the game on the PSVR was unreal, the immersion is unbelievable you feel like you are in the Bakers house wondering how the hell you are going to survive this and what is behind every door. The combat is perfect on PSVR, where you look you aim and its easy to pull off. I had no motion sickness at all and i completed it in just under 9 hours. Resident Evil has it's name back as the kings of horror. I just hope future games are made in VR too.… Expand
  2. Saint_Satan
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    I have played every single Resident Evil game and I started playing the series in 1996. This is among the best in the series and by far the scariest Resident Evil game ever made. If you like Resident Evil or horror it's a must.
  3. Krispo123
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    This is the best Resident Evil game so far in the series. It's very well made game, no bugs. 60fps with good grapichs on ps4(!!!).

    I'm impressed capcom, please make more games like this!
  4. Jarhead335
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    I've only played a few hours, but in that short time I can't speak highly enough of RE7. Yes, it is a stark departure from Resident Evil of old, but the complaints about that are trivial. It abandoned Resident Evil norms for something better: a visceral survival-horror experience and a return to form that Capcom hasn't displayed since, arguably, the very first Resident Evil.

    Resident    I've only played a few hours, but in that short time I can't speak highly enough of RE7. Yes, it is a stark departure from Resident Evil of old, but the complaints about that are trivial. It abandoned Resident Evil norms for something better: a visceral survival-horror experience and a return to form that Capcom hasn't displayed since, arguably, the very first Resident Evil.

    Resident Evil as a franchise is all over the map in terms of scariness, gunplay, and the like, and this game reverses what has been a rather negative course in the recent history of the series. For the first time in a while, you feel helpless within the confines of one of the most genuine horror settings I can think of. The Baker house is brutally detailed and full of heart; there are so many items and environmental cues to chart the descent into madness that has surrounded the home and the family. I actually was afraid just being there. Unlike RE5, 6, or Revelations, you're not a special forces soldier with an arsenal and a buddy at your disposal. You have weapons, but your best bet is often to find an alternative to fighting, or risk some pretty brutal and visually engaging fatalities. Think Outlast meets Texas Chainsaw Massacre, but with more polish and vision. It is horrible and fascinating and it paces the action so well. It also keeps you horrifyingly uneasy, throughout my time playing, I never stopped thinking: I do not belong here.

    Perhaps the only drawback I can come up with is that, at times, it feels too much like Outlast and recent FPS horror games, and plays on some recycled tropes at times. For example, an initial encounter with the Baker family puts the player in a familiar situation in modern horror: hide, wait, listen for footsteps, and try and sneak around a patrolling baddie. While this format has the ability to ratchet up the tension with frequent chases and unnerving changes of pace, after a death or two it loses all impact. At that point, the fear of capture no longer outweighs the frustration of defeat, so sprinting around and largely ignoring the atmosphere becomes a habit to progress. While it certainly isn't a dealbreaker, and this specific sequence is thus far the major one like it that I've experienced, I hope encounters like that are fewer and farther between in RE7 than they are in other titles as I progress further.

    Overall, it is terrifying, visually stunning in a grotesque way, the story is compelling, the location is already legendary in my pantheon of horror... I could go on. If you like scaring yourself silly in a beautiful and captivating way, get this game ASAP.    … Expand
  5. glados1432
    Jan 27, 2017
    9
    Not all resident evil games are properly well made, in some sense it is down right self loathing. However since playing this games all of my worst fears turned into excitement. This is a game that is meant to creep the hell out of people in a good way.
  6. rockwithedog
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    O mal finalmente voltou a casa, após os dois últimos e desastrosos jogos numerados da série, parece que a CAPCOM, finalmente decidiu ouvir os fãs da série trazendo o horror a muito tempo esquecido, que fez sua última aparição em Code Veronica. Utilizando os elementos clássicos que do nome Resident Evil o que ele é hoje, mais uma pitada de terror moderno, somado com uma nova mecânica, eisO mal finalmente voltou a casa, após os dois últimos e desastrosos jogos numerados da série, parece que a CAPCOM, finalmente decidiu ouvir os fãs da série trazendo o horror a muito tempo esquecido, que fez sua última aparição em Code Veronica. Utilizando os elementos clássicos que do nome Resident Evil o que ele é hoje, mais uma pitada de terror moderno, somado com uma nova mecânica, eis que surge Resident Evil 7, o jogo que em décadas merece o nome de Resident Evil, um jogo que consegue surpreender tanto fãs clássicos da série como também novos jogadores, um jogo com atmosfera aterrorizante, inimigos implacáveis e vários enigmas espelhados pelo mapa; coisa que fazia muita falta na série;, um jogo que nos trás de volta a sensação de está jogando um Resident Evil de raiz, com gráficos foto-realistas e cenários macabros Resident Evil 7, é um jogo recomendadissimo para verdadeiros fãs da franquia, um jogo divertido e assustador.… Expand
  7. dbl219
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    As an old-school Resident Evil fan who was brought up on games like RE1 and RE2, Nemesis and Code Veronica, this game was a true return to form -- a AAA-class iteration on Nakanishi's already-firm grasp of the classic Resident Evil formula, as demonstrated by his excellent spin-off game, Resident Evil: Revelations. It's honestly my favorite Resident Evil game since RE2.

    The reason I    As an old-school Resident Evil fan who was brought up on games like RE1 and RE2, Nemesis and Code Veronica, this game was a true return to form -- a AAA-class iteration on Nakanishi's already-firm grasp of the classic Resident Evil formula, as demonstrated by his excellent spin-off game, Resident Evil: Revelations. It's honestly my favorite Resident Evil game since RE2.

    The reason I liked the original games so much is not only because of what I consider true survival horror gameplay, but also because of the focused, contained narratives. They were games when Umbrella Corp still had an air of mystery, and when villains like Wesker (before he became a mustache-twirling caricature), William Birkin, and Ashford, actually managed to matter to players.

    For me, RE4 is where the Resident Evil story began to go off the rails. I found the Majini silly, and the storyline just a regurgitation of previous tropes with a lot of the mystery stripped away. Admittedly, I liked RE4's gameplay, but it also marked a departure that with each subsequent game grew increasingly distant from what made the series so addictive in the first place. Resident Evil 7: biohazard is finally the Resident Evil I have been waiting for. It's the first game that, for me, managed to exceed Resident Evil 2 -- in my opinion, RE's pinnacle game -- in all these many years.

    While I think I still liked the story of Leon, the Birkins, and Ada Wong the most, RE7 came in close with a deeply personal tale that also has some powerful hidden connections to the Resident Evil universe. What starts out as a seemingly unrelated Outlast-like horror story with dark themes about love, family, and loss, quickly evolves into a clear Resident Evil title with heavy gunplay, BOWs, a wide variety of weaponry, secret upgrades, inventory management, and a claustrophobic spine-tingling environment that evokes Resident Evil 1's Spencer mansion, as well as other sections which wink at Nakanishi's RE: Revelations. All that combined to win me over completely.

    Do not be fooled: What advertising and certain naysayers (read: trolls) have depicted as a stealth-oriented survival horror game in the vein of the aforementioned Outlast, or Amnesia, is quite false. While there's one enemy earlier in the game who you have to evade for a time, every other situation in the overwhelming majority of RE7 can be handled by shooting first and running later (provided you have enough ammo). And for those who complain that the game doesn't tell you what to do, every time you die there's a handy manual for your current chapter that you can scroll through on the loading screen. It gives you all the info you need.

    Before long, you're hurled into dark corridors, scrambling for ammo, cheering at every headshot, cursing at every wasted round, jumping from unexpected spawns, your heart pounding at every shadowy corner. And you really get a feel for these characters, and the darkness that's invaded their lives. What I expected to be a cliche story about a guy searching for his missing and presumably dead wife subverted those expectations on every level, instead delivering a powerful and mysterious tale where even the villains had earned my sympathy.

    And for those who are wondering whether RE7 really does tie into the main series -- yes, it does, very much so. Although you'll have to be a true RE buff (or, alternately, use the power of Google) to fully grasp it. Once you've beaten the game, I recommend looking up the main character himself. You might be surprised at the hidden connections, with strong ties to the main storyline.

    As for complaints about how short the game is, it's well in line with virtually every other Resident Evil title. On a speed run, you could probably complete the game in 4-5 hours flat. But on my first playthrough, on Normal difficulty, I took my time, and clocked in just under 15 hours. More would've been great simply because I loved the game, but the playtime was solid, with the unlockable Madhouse difficulty and collectibles providing incentive for multiple go-rounds for completionists.

    I'd actually give the game a 9.25 out of 10, because I would've liked some more puzzle complexity, rather than what I'd call "environmental problem-solving" which characterized most of the game's minor head-scratchers. However, they were all built in an active and engaging manner, and I never found myself not having fun, just occasionally wishing there was a little bit more to them. I also didn't mind limited variety on standard enemy types, because there were so many other fun encounters, but I could see how people might want more. However I've rated it a full 10 to combat some of the 0 score trolling.

    I, for one, am confident in the Resident Evil series moving forward under Nakanishi's leadership. I can't wait to check out the DLC, and to see where the series goes from here    … Expand
  8. mostobjective
    Jan 29, 2017
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. Everything is perfect and polished. A must buy not only for survival horror lovers, but for everyone who enjoys good games. Game got your attention from the very beggining and let you go only after the final boss. I
  9. MohammadHD
    Feb 4, 2017
    9
    I will summarize my review with the good & bad sides of the game -from my point of view-

    ● ● Good sides of the game: ● Back to horror and abandon the action, and that was very wise decision ● Limited ammo and resources will make you think twice before spend them -specially in Mad house Mode- ● Amazing graphics gave the game very terrifying atmosphere ● The characters are    I will summarize my review with the good & bad sides of the game -from my point of view-

    ● ● Good sides of the game:
    ● Back to horror and abandon the action, and that was very wise decision
    ● Limited ammo and resources will make you think twice before spend them -specially in Mad house Mode-
    ● Amazing graphics gave the game very terrifying atmosphere
    ● The characters are unforgettable specially with good voice acting
    ● Mad House mode is very challenging

    ● ● Bad sides of the game :
    ● Limited enemy types, believe me they will scare you enough but it was better if they add more enemy types
    ● Puzzles are very very easy, only one or two of them will make you think for a while
    ● Bosses fight are not so amazing, specially final boss
    ● In some scenes the react of Ethan -your character- is very cold where more strong react required    … Expand
  10. Garrett_Watts
    Feb 5, 2017
    9
    This is for sure among the best titles I have played on PS4. The thrills here are real, the attention to detail admirable, and the story interesting enough to be remembered. I played it traditionally (as in not in VR) and loved it all the same. Beautiful and bold work, CAPCOM. You truly brought innovative and horrifyingly wonderful new life into the Resident Evil franchise.
  11. GuilhermoHate
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    finalmente um Resident evil que traz elementos que fizeram a série Resident Evil se consagrar

    + Momentos de terror e confusão sobre o que esta acontecendo e aonde voce esta + Puzzles como os das antigas em que era necessário um pouco de raciocínio + Aquele elemento sangue e gore que dava aquela sensação de nojo misturado com aflição como nos antigos + Medo de morrer de um save pra    finalmente um Resident evil que traz elementos que fizeram a série Resident Evil se consagrar

    + Momentos de terror e confusão sobre o que esta acontecendo e aonde voce esta
    + Puzzles como os das antigas em que era necessário um pouco de raciocínio
    + Aquele elemento sangue e gore que dava aquela sensação de nojo misturado com aflição como nos antigos
    + Medo de morrer de um save pra outro quando pega um item importante voltou
    + Inimigos que realmente representam algo e desafiante
    + Uma casa cheia de hospedes malditos que da sentido mais ainda ao nome da franquia
    + Mansão , noite chuvosa o suspense a espreita a cada porta

    - Zumbis com metralhadoras , obrigado Capcom
    - Quick Time events desnecessarios como no 4,5 e 6
    - Locais chatos sem terror nenhum
    - Africa , Granados com bazoocas portas inquebraveis    … Expand
  12. quxxo
    Jan 28, 2017
    9
    Mix of old and new. In this aspect it's similar to DOOM2016. It has a lot of replayability and it's very speedrun friendly. Bosses fights are very intense and hard, especially on Madhouse mode. One thing I didn't enjoy were puzzles. It's either puzzle shadow repeated 5 times, or find three, easy findable keys to open the door. Also pacing is too fast and you can't fully enjoy fighting withMix of old and new. In this aspect it's similar to DOOM2016. It has a lot of replayability and it's very speedrun friendly. Bosses fights are very intense and hard, especially on Madhouse mode. One thing I didn't enjoy were puzzles. It's either puzzle shadow repeated 5 times, or find three, easy findable keys to open the door. Also pacing is too fast and you can't fully enjoy fighting with nemesis kind of characters (the Bakers) beacuse their "episode" ends too soon. Don't listen to negative reviews. They are either kids who like action packed RE games and they just enjoy ridiculous superhero characters, or they are retarded Outlast fans. BTW there is free downloadable episode coming this spring called "Not a Hero" that will feature returning character as protagonist.… Expand
  13. CheddarPlays
    Feb 5, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 Analysis: Biohazard.
    The game is very good and without doubt is the best Resident of the last 10 years (which would not be too difficult).
    - Missing sound track but when it appears it creates a climate of tension. -The game has some unexpected Jump Scares, in quiet moments they appear more. -Buys with Boss excellent and memorable but not too difficult. - Very realistic    Resident Evil 7 Analysis: Biohazard.
    The game is very good and without doubt is the best Resident of the last 10 years (which would not be too difficult).
    - Missing sound track but when it appears it creates a climate of tension.
    -The game has some unexpected Jump Scares, in quiet moments they appear more.
    -Buys with Boss excellent and memorable but not too difficult.
    - Very realistic graphics with some strange textures in more open scenarios.
    -The game has 2 endings, but does not change much in them.
    -Because the game is very good, it's short compared to other titles in the series.
    The game can not compare much with Outlast, which is what many are doing. Resident 7 is different for the simple reason that in Resident 7 you can defend yourself, other than Outlast that you can just run and hide.    … Expand
  14. dr9188
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    (spoilers may follow)

    To OldSchoolGamer lol... Have you actually finished the game? This fits completely within the RE universe (which is actually one of the only things which turned me off about the game).

    As for the other low review... Trust me, there is a lot of psychological horror and metaphor. Again, have you actually finished the game.
  15. DanYukari
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    Um dos melhores títulos da franquia. Resident Evil 7 consegue trazer de volta os elementos clássicos unidos à novos recursos e nos envolver com a mesma emoção sentida anos atrás. A história traz fatores patológicos que claramente rememoram ao título original Bio Hazard e nos localiza precisamente em que ponto estamos cronologicamente posicionados na trama da franquia como um todo. NovasUm dos melhores títulos da franquia. Resident Evil 7 consegue trazer de volta os elementos clássicos unidos à novos recursos e nos envolver com a mesma emoção sentida anos atrás. A história traz fatores patológicos que claramente rememoram ao título original Bio Hazard e nos localiza precisamente em que ponto estamos cronologicamente posicionados na trama da franquia como um todo. Novas perguntas deixam ganchos para DLCs e novo títulos criando um novo arco dentro da trama principal. Personagens e grupos antigos são lembrados junto dos novos e isso nos faz pensar na gama infinita de possibilidades para o futuro. Definitivamente Resident Evil 7 traz de volta a emoção da jogatina e tem tudo que os fãs, da antiga e nova gerações pedem e precisam. Um título simplesmente incrível.… Expand
  16. Mr_Brightside
    Jan 26, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had my doubts about re7 from the very start. A shift from third person to first person seemed like it would change the entire dynamic of the game. which it did,but that dynamic had gone down hill after its first incarnation with re4. Two of my largest fears were that it was going to be a "run away" simulator such as Outlast,but the game says "naw son you can fight" very early on. *Heavy spoiler alert* for this next bit,but the 2nd fear was the addition of paranormal stuff with Eveline,the spooky child. But as the game makes crystal clear its not paranormal its completely physiological that the virus is spreading to peoples brains and causes a sort of hivemind influence since shes the Source. It also ends like every Resident Evil game should,someone throwing the main character a deus ex machina, named after a certain shade wearing man that can bamf.… Expand
  17. FromKanga
    Apr 23, 2017
    10
    This is the best horror game I have ever played...
    Now I didn't grew up with resident evil, I've played only resident evil 6 (it sucked in my opinion) and resident evil HD remaster, resident evil 7 is very similar to the first game and I don't know why people who consider themselves resident evil fans are hating on this game.
    To me, RE 7 is just a modern version of the first one and    This is the best horror game I have ever played...
    Now I didn't grew up with resident evil, I've played only resident evil 6 (it sucked in my opinion) and resident evil HD remaster, resident evil 7 is very similar to the first game and I don't know why people who consider themselves resident evil fans are hating on this game.

    To me, RE 7 is just a modern version of the first one and it's an FPS and I loved it.
    The story was surprisingly really good and has a few twist and turns which makes the game more interesting and the characters (even if the protagonist wasn't great) are really interesting and have distinctive personalities.
    The gameplay... This is what I call a true survival-horror game, because there are some games where you just walk and run which makes the game uninteresting (outlast), here you actually defend yourself, you create weapons and objects making the game enjoyable and the bosses are perfect.

    As a person who isn't a fan of the RE franchise, this game blew me away and as someone who has a hard time finding a good horror game, this left me more than satisfied.
    It's not a PERFECT game (bland protagonist) but with me, if a game has so many pros and I'm having a great experience, I can forgive some cons because in the end no game is perfect but I do believe this game deserves a 10/10 and I do hope seeing more games like this.    … Expand
  18. Shoguun
    Jan 30, 2017
    10
    This game is simply: awesome in (and without, too) VR. I don´t know how long it takes to finish the story, but i enjoyed every simple minute so far, my playtime is about 8 hours so far. Well done, guys!
  19. MeanOldJammer
    Feb 6, 2017
    9
    This game is a welcome return to the direction Resident Evil should always be going. RE5 & 6 were going way to action oriented & they were flogging characters that have had there day to death. This is a reset in terms of the feeling of fear of the unknown & limited capability & capacity of the 1st 3 games. Not perfect but I hope to see more like this from RE8 with improvements to enemies &This game is a welcome return to the direction Resident Evil should always be going. RE5 & 6 were going way to action oriented & they were flogging characters that have had there day to death. This is a reset in terms of the feeling of fear of the unknown & limited capability & capacity of the 1st 3 games. Not perfect but I hope to see more like this from RE8 with improvements to enemies & maintaining the fear through the 2nd half of the game. Haters are clearly in the minority here & they are just salty because they are stuck in the past (namely RE5 & RE6, which were rated poorly anyway). Time to move on for those gamers. Resident Evil is back!… Expand
  20. cable77
    Apr 16, 2017
    8
    This game does horror correctly. The sound design, and level design work together to provide an atmosphere that i remember only from the original Resident Evil. True survival horror.

    That being said, it is a bit short, as ive beat it twice now in 17 hours. But with free dlc coming and the many many (optional) ways the game can punish you, its well worth owning. I havent been this    This game does horror correctly. The sound design, and level design work together to provide an atmosphere that i remember only from the original Resident Evil. True survival horror.

    That being said, it is a bit short, as ive beat it twice now in 17 hours. But with free dlc coming and the many many (optional) ways the game can punish you, its well worth owning.

    I havent been this excited for a franchise follow-up game in a very long time.    … Expand
  21. tyranno
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    finaly a good resident evil game after re 6 witch was quite bad but this game brings the game back to its root of real survival horror instead of just an action game .
  22. Chappers1986
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    The setting is awesome, creepy and full of suspense. The FP POV makes the game incredibly immersive, even more so in VR! The best since Resident Evil 4.

    Absolutely baffled by the people giving this a 0. I get if people don't like certain aspects of the game, but come on. a zero should be reserved for the worst of the gaming world. Morons
  23. ziltch
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    This game contains everything that defines Resident Evil. People who say otherwise do not know what they are talking about. It takes the old formula and brings it back with a new coat of paint. I enjoyed this game a lot. It kept me on edge the entire time. I would have preferred more zombie-like enemies that looked more menacing but seriously, it is Resident Evil at it's core. If you canThis game contains everything that defines Resident Evil. People who say otherwise do not know what they are talking about. It takes the old formula and brings it back with a new coat of paint. I enjoyed this game a lot. It kept me on edge the entire time. I would have preferred more zombie-like enemies that looked more menacing but seriously, it is Resident Evil at it's core. If you can look past the negative reviews and give this a try, you will have fun with it.… Expand
  24. jlplatten
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    If you love classic Resident Evil and you love VR this is a must purchase! I'm having a blast with this game, and if you're looking for a game to justify buying a PSVR, this is it. Amazing and scary as hell! Only gets better as the game progresses.
  25. JamieMadrox85
    Feb 7, 2017
    9
    This is probably the first review I've ever really tried to write on metacritic but this game i felt was worth my time so here goes...

    This game is excellent, you're really doing your self a disservice if you pass on this entry in the series. Capcom needs to be rewarded for giving us the Resident Evil we wanted. And i would absolutely love to see sequels to this entry. It is a very    This is probably the first review I've ever really tried to write on metacritic but this game i felt was worth my time so here goes...

    This game is excellent, you're really doing your self a disservice if you pass on this entry in the series. Capcom needs to be rewarded for giving us the Resident Evil we wanted. And i would absolutely love to see sequels to this entry. It is a very memorable game with unique and epic boss encounters. The game is very creepy and unsettling with disturbing ambient sounds that will constantly keep you on edge. There are of course the typical jump scares but they don't happen too often.

    There are only a couple things I didn't like about the game but they didn't harm the experience too much for me. Those things are the blood splash effect on the screen that is there just so that you know you've been hurt. The problem is that its on the screen the entire time you are playing unless you heal yourself. Another issue i had was with the controls with aiming, somehow they feel off and i'm not entirely sure how but it did make dealing with enemies a bit more difficult than i felt like it should have been. Frankly, i'm not entirely sure it wasn't intentional to create tension. My last issue is with the story, being there are quite a few plot holes i'd like to have explained but i'm hoping the future DLC for the game will fill at least some of these questions in.

    Overall i cannot recommend this game enough, after i finished the game i thought about it for like 3 days! Constantly! It really is that good.    … Expand
  26. boxcar182
    Jan 30, 2017
    9
    Capcom took a chance to bring back the horror aspect of Resident Evil. They succeeded in doing that and have eliminated the bombastic-Hollywood-action that has plagued the past couple of installments.

    The story is mysterious and enticing enough to keep you going down the rabbit hole. It may not seem to match up with the Resident Evil lore but trust me, this is called Resident Evil "7"    Capcom took a chance to bring back the horror aspect of Resident Evil. They succeeded in doing that and have eliminated the bombastic-Hollywood-action that has plagued the past couple of installments.

    The story is mysterious and enticing enough to keep you going down the rabbit hole. It may not seem to match up with the Resident Evil lore but trust me, this is called Resident Evil "7" for a reason.

    The VR component is very satisfying and may arguably be the best way to play the game. The aiming becomes much smoother and easier and the immersion intensifies significantly.

    My only gripes are the lack of enemies and when playing in VR at certain moments it does a fade to black, I am assuming to help with comfort. But I didn't like these fade to black cuts it did as it kinda takes you out of the experience.

    Overall, really fun horror game and a step in the right direction for Resident Evil. Well done Capcom.    … Expand
  27. Ibanez89
    Aug 7, 2017
    9
    I have come back and edited this review since I have completed the game.

    This game is literally a masterpiece and Survival Horror has returned in its full form. From the beginning of the game, you are introduced to a world of horror. Not the paranormal mind bending type horror like Silent Hill, but a more confronting and claustrophobic type and it just works so well in first person.    I have come back and edited this review since I have completed the game.

    This game is literally a masterpiece and Survival Horror has returned in its full form.
    From the beginning of the game, you are introduced to a world of horror. Not the paranormal mind bending type horror like Silent Hill, but a more confronting and claustrophobic type and it just works so well in first person.
    The game focuses on the Baker family who are ready to kill you for trying to rescue Mia after capture. No spoilers involved here, but its very clever as to why they want you dead.

    The games graphics are some the best I have seen in a long time. Not just for resident evil games, but for games in general.
    Normally games fall short in gameplay as a sacrifice for graphics, but I can safely say it doesn't for this. The core game will probably take you anywhere between 7-10 hours depending on how well you're going. This to me, is the perfect game length due to the pacing of it. Its not too slow or too fast.

    I need to emphasise that NOTHING is overdone. Think of it like a box of goods - It's all compact, presented neatly and nothing is scattered.
    There are smooth transitions between each area and you are never playing in each place for too long.

    - There aren't copious amounts of enemy encounters so they are arranged appropriately
    - Bosse's aren't in huge numbers and they are also situated at the perfect points of the game like the common enemies.
    - The voice acting is mind blowing movie quality. There are no cheesy lines or over stretched dialogue, just natural and raw emotion. Each character has their own characteristics which make them even more disturbing. Marguerite for example - the pitch of her screams while shes hunting you down really scared the hell out of me.

    Eventhough normal difficulty is good as it is, Madhouse mode brings out the best of the game. It forces you to play differently. Items are re-arranged in other places and you need cassette tapes to save. It makes you think when to save your game. Saving as soon as you see 3 tapes on the table is usually not the best choice. It tricks you and makes you think beyond what you would normally do. Sometimes you may have to survive for a long time and collect several items before you trigger a boss and THEN save. Keep those cassette tapes for dear life and use them wisely. Madhouse mode is extremely difficult, but not a frustrating difficult. If you die, its your own fault. The game is fair enough to challenge your mind by doing the not-so-obvious work around for you to succeed.

    If i had to pick on something, I would say at least one more enemy type could have been good for the game. But then again, the limited enemies that are in the game are placed thoughtfully and their patterns change depending on what you do.

    Amazing game.
    9/10    … Expand
  28. harryjc
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    A phenomenal game! This is Resident Evil at its finest. It feels new but somehow familiar. Game of the year! It is particularly good with PS VR. You will be afraid, and excited.
  29. marrubii
    Feb 5, 2017
    10
    Very nice game!! How Scary!!

    I thought that not see any good resident game after of Code Verónica release, the last best Resident Evil.

    I hope that something similar to Nemesis and Code Veronica will return.
  30. Mikeb86
    Apr 16, 2017
    9
    Really enjoyed this much more than 5 and 6, thought the move to first person was a good choice to bring back the fear element. Quite a lot reminded me of the first one, the slow movements, not many enemies, save rooms, puzzles, keys etc, not to forget creepy as hell. Definitely worth picking up and an awesome reboot for the series, again
  31. raccoondaddy
    Mar 28, 2017
    8
    This IS and IS NOT a true Resident Evil game.

    Fans of the series will be sorely disappointed with the fact that the Resident Evil series storyline is ALMOST ignored. It's still there, but only used to COMPLIMENT the actual story of this game. In my personal opinion, they should've just sold it as Biohazard. (or another name.) This is where it ISN'T a Resident Evil game. With    This IS and IS NOT a true Resident Evil game.

    Fans of the series will be sorely disappointed with the fact that the Resident Evil series storyline is ALMOST ignored. It's still there, but only used to COMPLIMENT the actual story of this game. In my personal opinion, they should've just sold it as Biohazard. (or another name.) This is where it ISN'T a Resident Evil game.

    With that said, it plays, feels and moves like the older RE games, with FPS tank movement, limited supplies, big boss fights, creepy atmosphere, jump scares, scary stuff, etc. During your first playthrough, this game is a true rollercoaster ride and WILL challenge you.

    Should you go for the Madhouse difficulty playthrough, you're looking at a serious test in skill. (Unless you are a masochistic gamer whose favorite game is Dark Souls and play only on the hardest settings...then it's not) Outside of that, playing through the game gets boring and loses it's fun. Which does always happen in most of the Resident Evil games. Had the game been given more out of the box content, vice a DLC season pass. Resident Evil 7 would've been a near perfect experience, then again ALL games are doing this now, and Capcom is a bigger offender of this type of marketing; so I won't hold it against the game.

    Resident Evil 7 is a perfect example of how survival horror is done right. Just don't expect more after a couple playthroughs.    … Expand
  32. 666kmk
    Mar 21, 2017
    9
    Juego que vuelve a las raíces digan lo que digan. Da miedo y mucho felicitaciones a Capcom. El único pero es la poca variedad de enemigos en el juego comparada con otros de la franquicia pero el agobio que genera el ambiente tanto visual como musicalmente es soberbio .
  33. Landonk09
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. *Caveat: Resident Evil 7: Biohazard as a base game is a 9/10. With the Playstation VR, the entire package is a 10/10. It also took me roughly 10 hours to beat. Some light spoilers as well.*

    Returning to the roots of survival horror was vital for Capcom as they return to what made Resident Evil great in the first place. Taking clear inspiration from RE 1, this game takes place in Dulvey, Louisiana in the bayou, which is an eerie and tone-setting environment. At the forefront of this setting, you play as Ethan Winters; just a dude looking for his wife, Mia Winters after she has gone missing for X amount of time. As Ethan arrives to the bayou, he runs into the Baker family in their home; Jack, Marguerite, Lucas, and a mysterious grandmother in a wheelchair (who is easily one of the most scary aspects of this game due to her just staring at you—no movement, no chase scenes, she just watches you silently). Ethan needs to find Mia, and escape the infected Baker family.

    RE 7 changes from a 3rd person game, to a 1st person view game. As a Resident Evil purist, I initially found this to be a strange design decision. After playing the game multiple times though, I can say that the 1st person camera angle is a very welcome design choice for the series. Combined with the disturbing environment of the Baker home, the 1st person camera offers more immersion and the feeling of isolation that the game lives and dies on. You do in fact feel isolated, confined, and claustrophobic. Admittedly, the gun play leaves some to be desired—it can feel clunky at times, but it works well with what is there. The game has puzzle elements like in older games; some can be easy, and some can be challenging, but not so much to make the player feel completely stupid. Upgrades to your character can be obtained by collecting coins around the game, and trading them in at a trailer for increased health, weapons, etc. Also, there is no HUD in the game, all your info will come up when you interact by shooting, and your health meter can be looked it by taking a glance at your wrist Codex, it makes for better immersion.

    The first 4 hours of the game are probably the most horrifying hours I have experienced in gaming in years. Within the first hour, you are chased around the house by Jack Baker, the psychopathic, murderous father and later regenerative monster that just oozes the style of Resident Evil. At points, the player can trigger a moment where Jack bursts through a wall in the first hallway. Marguerite gives just as many scares as she can laughs at points. Her dialogue can be downright hysterical, while also being intimidating. Her bugs that she can summon on a whim are disgusting, by the way. Lucas… well, he’s just kind of a bratty kid with some psychological issues.

    The overall design of the characters and monsters just scream Resident Evil.
    Another plus to the game, is that there is a lack of quick time events, which is very welcome in my book! It doesn’t try to hold your hand too much. Entering a save room plays some very light, melancholic music, which is reminiscent of previous games.

    Nightmare difficulty mode adds the challenge you would expect; lack of ammo, tougher enemies, you take more damage. But it also brings back another thing from old RE games; the player needs to find cassette tapes in order to save their game, just like ink was needed to save at a typewriter.
    My gripes with the game are: there isn’t a whole lot of enemy variety type. It makes the game super predictable at times. Secondly, during the roughly 10 hours it took me to beat the game, around the 8 hour mark, there is a portion to the story that feels a little drawn out and boring at times. If the whole game took place at the Baker home, it would have made the experience more top-notch than it already was.

    VR mode is a whole other beast. This is what makes the game a 10/10 for me, and the killer app for a Playstation VR. The game is exactly what you would expect in VR. You get full control of Ethan, and play the whole game front to back in VR. As far as the camera is concerned, the player can move completely free with the controller, or can change it to turn in 30 degree increments to combat motion sickness. The only drawback to VR is having to aim the gun with your own head movements, which for some can be easy, but personally, I found it frustrating. Regardless, it didn’t take me out of the experience. VR adds the new layer of fear with everybody getting up in your face, making it as uncomfortable as possible.

    Overall: if you love or once loved the RE franchise, please give this game a chance. It has an intriguing story, good characters, the Baker family themselves are worthy of playing the game. It brings genuine scares and a smile to me, and potentially those other survival horror lovers.    … Expand
  34. Gamer102
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 is a masterpiece. A very beautifully done survival horror game. Well executed, well presented and well thought out. It’s addictively fun especially when you buy its awesome and cheap DLC. The king is back! Welcome back, Resident Evil! I cannot wait for the upcoming DLCs and of course, the next installment in the series. 10/10
  35. iPl4yzYT
    Apr 25, 2017
    10
    This game has been one of the best horror games I've ever played. I've been a Resident Evil fan since the start and this one is unbelievable! A must play!

    Check out my game play on YouTube: iPl4yz.

    Thanks! :)
  36. Franco_SV
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    O jogo entrega tudo o que foi prometido nas prévias ao lançamento: atmosfera de suspense, momentos de susto, ação, diversão, envolvimento. Além disso, os gráficos são bons e o áudio também é de qualidade. Eu não sou fã de jogos com tema de survival horror, porque não me assusto ou me impressiono facilmente. O único motivo de eu ter adquirido o jogo é o fato de ele ser compatível comO jogo entrega tudo o que foi prometido nas prévias ao lançamento: atmosfera de suspense, momentos de susto, ação, diversão, envolvimento. Além disso, os gráficos são bons e o áudio também é de qualidade. Eu não sou fã de jogos com tema de survival horror, porque não me assusto ou me impressiono facilmente. O único motivo de eu ter adquirido o jogo é o fato de ele ser compatível com realidade virtual. Para mim é este ponto que ele faz a diferença. Com RV o envolvimento e a tensão são garantidas. Porém, jogar RE7 em RV com a câmera no modo suave é muito nauseante, tive muita cinetose, fato que nunca havia acontecido comigo antes, nem mesmo em montanhas russas de verdade. Melhor jogar com a câmera variando a cada 30°, deste modo não tive problema algum. Este é o jogo, quer goste ou não de a série RE ter mudado em seu estilo, ele é de qualidade. Recomendado.… Expand
  37. Troslero
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    this game is awsome. re7 back to origins.game play, story, music and atmosphire is great, and the similarity to the first three games (besides the view shift) is astounding. I feel like I'm exploring Spencer Mansion again except in a big plantation setting.
  38. SquadPoop
    Mar 21, 2017
    8
    Resident Evil 7 is pretty good, it has a decent survival horror aspect and characters, its definitely different than the other Resident Evil games but stands on its own enough.
  39. boshi
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    Being kind of a wuss, i've never really been into actual horror games. The early resident evil games i was fine with since i played them in the late 2000's so the graphics made it less threatening than if i had played them when they released. resident evil 4-6 i was also fine with since they were more oriented around action rather than horror. So that makes this the first "horror" residentBeing kind of a wuss, i've never really been into actual horror games. The early resident evil games i was fine with since i played them in the late 2000's so the graphics made it less threatening than if i had played them when they released. resident evil 4-6 i was also fine with since they were more oriented around action rather than horror. So that makes this the first "horror" resident evil game i've played. And damn do i love it. I played the game for two days in multiple short sessions (i had to take a lot of breaks since, as i said, i'm kind of a wuss) and i can confidently say this is probably one of my favorite playstation 4 games so far.

    Please note i played on a PS4 Pro, so i can't speak for the graphics or performance an an og PS4 or PS4 Slim.
    Graphically the game is very appealing, despite some textures looking of lower quality than others. It runs solid too. I hadn't noticed any significant frame drops or screen tearing during the course of my playthrough. The character models themselves are on point as well. Storywise i don't want to spoil anything, so i'll try to be as simple as possible. the premise is: you play as a man named Ethan, who goes to a plantation in Louisiana to find his missing wife Mia. He gets there, and as you can assume, resident evil hijinks ensue. The tone of the game is more akin to older resident evil titles rather than the newer ones. It is serious, yes, but some of the line deliveries can reach almost campish levels of amusing, at least to me. I'm not sure if that one on purpose, but i hope it was. In terms of the actual plot i liked it a lot. I saw some hate for the ending section, but i didn't think it was that bad. Disappointing? a little, yeah. But not bad.

    A significant portion of the game is dedicated to exploring and puzzles. The puzzles aren't too hard to figure out, and exploring the house made me feel tension i haven't felt from a game in a long time. Gunplay is toned down down dramatically from the last few resident evil releases. That's not to say it isn't fun however. For the most part the combat is well done. You have a variety of weapons to work with to tackle the challenges you face, including boss fights, which i was surprised this game had. Being that there were limited resources to work with, almost every encounter i had with enemies had me on edge. Some people had problems with the game being in first person, and i myself have some mixed feelings about it. Yes it's scary, and yes it makes the shooting tighter, but my problem with it is more of a character problem than a gameplay problem. See Ethan as a character isn't that great. Yeah i know the focus is more on the family than him but still. I feel like if the game was 3rd person he could've felt more like... you know, an actual interesting character. He would've at least felt more like a genuine character rather than just a vessel for the player to see the game through, but i diigress.

    To be honest i had some doubts about this game when it was first revealed. But i'm relieved at just how wrong i was Overall, resident evil 7 is a truly remarkable experience, one that i'll no doubt come back to again    … Expand
  40. JovialTrash
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Finally, Resident Evil is back! Resident Evil 7: Bioshock got this series back from the "punching boulders"-action grave it's been stuck in for so long with a new perspective, great playability and a fantastic setting. This is exactly what the series needed.
  41. AndrePeniche
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    Best Resident Evil since the 1st one! It is great to see the universe from a perspective of a victim, not Special Forces or Umbrella. A must-play and definitely a step back on the right direction for the series! Bring VIII!
  42. ThereIsNoSpoon
    Jan 26, 2017
    8
    Resident Evil is back! Bravo to Capcom for being brave enough to ditch the action-horror genre and go back to what made RE special in the first place. Like many I was skeptical, but this game turned out to be one of the best survival horror games I've played in years. It's both terrifying and nostalgic.

    My only complaints are that the puzzles were mostly lame, and the game doesn't    Resident Evil is back! Bravo to Capcom for being brave enough to ditch the action-horror genre and go back to what made RE special in the first place. Like many I was skeptical, but this game turned out to be one of the best survival horror games I've played in years. It's both terrifying and nostalgic.

    My only complaints are that the puzzles were mostly lame, and the game doesn't give any real incentive to play through it again. Would wait for a sale personally, but by all means throw money at the devs so we can see more awesome AAA survival horror games in the future.    … Expand
  43. Shibito
    Feb 4, 2017
    10
    Can't believe some negative reviews from fans. After Res 1,2,3 and 4, this is the best out of the franchise. The music, the ambience, the bosses, a lot of it breathes Resident Evil. Even more when you play on Madhouse difficulty. The bonuses makes you want to play the game multiple times and the story is typical Resident Evil too. I love the new direction Capcom is going and no, it doesn'tCan't believe some negative reviews from fans. After Res 1,2,3 and 4, this is the best out of the franchise. The music, the ambience, the bosses, a lot of it breathes Resident Evil. Even more when you play on Madhouse difficulty. The bonuses makes you want to play the game multiple times and the story is typical Resident Evil too. I love the new direction Capcom is going and no, it doesn't have to be slow walking zombies all the time. It's about telling a classic story with some classic Resident Evil gameplay elements, and this game does it perfect. Thanks Capcom for this amazing experience!… Expand
  44. guicazzonato
    Jan 27, 2017
    9
    Ok let me take the bad out of the way first. The lack of enemies really bothers me. The Mofados and the Bakers are just not enough. There could be some other enemy types to surprise the player like previous RE games did. Also, the franchise is known by its cool characters and their stories. Here, Ethan pretty much doesn't have a personality and doesn't speak much during the game. ThatOk let me take the bad out of the way first. The lack of enemies really bothers me. The Mofados and the Bakers are just not enough. There could be some other enemy types to surprise the player like previous RE games did. Also, the franchise is known by its cool characters and their stories. Here, Ethan pretty much doesn't have a personality and doesn't speak much during the game. That hurts the immersion a little bit.

    That said, this game is very well made. The graphics are beautiful and the moments in the beggining really made me feel uncomfortable AND left me terrified. Being pursued by Jack, that comes out of nowhere is absolutely unnerving. I could complain about its length, but I played RESI 2 again during the previous weekend and I finished the campaign with Claire, on normal, in about 3 hours. Sure, there is the whole scenario thing, which could make the game last for about 10 hours.
    Anyway, in RE7 the boss battles are amazing and seem to be taken from a horror movie. The weapons are also cool and there are many itens throughout the scenarios, which can be a pain to find (unless you take some pills that will help you out in this regard).

    RE7 is both for fans and for newcomers. It can be hard at times, which is good, and it recquires ammo management, but it is a very sattisfying and horrifying experience.    … Expand
  45. Chapa9dj
    Feb 11, 2017
    10
    I was very skeptical when the demo was released, but i'm glad it turned out great.
    This is a true Resident Evil game through and through. The Baker's mansion bring really nice memories of the old games. The backtrack (which is not very annoying here), the save rooms, the music, the tension and suspense that comes with the atmosphere reminds me of how good Resident Evil used to be.
    I'm    I was very skeptical when the demo was released, but i'm glad it turned out great.
    This is a true Resident Evil game through and through. The Baker's mansion bring really nice memories of the old games. The backtrack (which is not very annoying here), the save rooms, the music, the tension and suspense that comes with the atmosphere reminds me of how good Resident Evil used to be.
    I'm surprised with the voice acting, i really liked it, especially Jack and Marguerite. Really good stuff.
    There's an awesome Chainsaw Massacre and a bit of a True Detective feel in this game. Maybe because of the dark and creepy atmosphere.

    I'm very satisfied with what they have accomplished, it would be great if they keep going this way, but i hope RE 2 Remake remains intact.
    10/10 would buy it again. This is an instant classic for me.    … Expand
  46. Odogreviews
    Feb 1, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a glorious return to survival horror yet it contains dated elements from older games. RE7 is one of my favorite games in the Resident Evil franchise. People claiming this is not a true Resident Evil experience are dead wrong.
    The game plays like classic Resident Evil games where you are forced to survive biological monsters in a single location. Here you play    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a glorious return to survival horror yet it contains dated elements from older games. RE7 is one of my favorite games in the Resident Evil franchise. People claiming this is not a true Resident Evil experience are dead wrong.
    The game plays like classic Resident Evil games where you are forced to survive biological monsters in a single location. Here you play as Ethan Winters an average Joe who comes to a creepy plantation run by the sinister Baker family in Dulvey Louisiana in search of his missing wife. The story is very simple and not overcomplicated unlike the previous games. New players can play this as this first RE game without having played the previous. The game ends with many unanswered questions and plot holes that I hope will answered in the free DLC coming up. The game tells an overall good simple story that was nothing special.
    RE7 has gameplay that is great but needs some updating. The game contains save rooms along with item boxes that were used in the early titles of the series. The player can also craft chem fluids to create health kits, standard ammunition as well as special ammunition throughout the game. I liked the game’s crafting system but found the save rooms not very useful due to implementation of auto saving checkpoints throughout the game. Save rooms were an important part of the franchise’s early history but seems archaic compared to modern horrors games. The exploration is easily the best part of RE7’s gameplay. The game rewards the player for exploration by rewarding them with more story details and playable VHS tapes. The game’s puzzles are well done and simple and do not stop the free flowing nature of the gameplay. Item management is crucial part of surviving the horrors in RE7 and I am happy to see their return here. The boss fights are hit or miss. Some where you would have a one on one encounter with one of the members of the Baker family can be very intense and uncomfortable. I wish that they have scrapped the giant mutant boss fights the game has. These boss fights lack subtlety the rest of the game has and belong in an action game rather than a horror focused title. When the player is not fighting the Bakers the player fights monsters called molded. Ethan is armed with a knife, pistol, shotgun, flamethrower to name a few of the weapons. I found that by the end of the game I was given more weapons than I thought was necessary. I feel that even though it may be a series tradition combat should be dropped in future installments or left only for boss encounters.
    RE7 has some of the best graphics I have seen in a game. It uses Capcom’s new RE Engine that uses advanced photogrammetry to design detailed characters and environments. The character and monsters are realistic and detailed adding to the scares and immersion. The game’s gore is horrifically detailed and so are the horrifically grimey filled environments. RE7 has some great environments but some are more miss than hit. The beginning of the game which takes place in the guest house is darkly detailed absolutely beautiful in the worse kind of ways looking very photorealistic while the main Baker mansion building looks too colorful or drab at times. The excessive colors make the characters and environment look much faker and take away from the impressive photogrammetry the developers worked so hard on. The game looks its best in dingy and filthy environments but looks less immersive in cleaner, brightly lit environments which show off the game's graphical flaws. RE7 besides having the visuals down has some great ambient sound effects that help strengthen the game's immersion such as the noise of creaky wood and the gusts of wind outside. Other than a few small technical problems such as texture pop in, some occasional blurry textures, and slow load times RE7 is a technical wonder.
    RE7 features many disturbing violent moments that definitely add to the fear factor but I was not very scared during my playthrough. The Baker Family can be cartoony and ridiculous at times. I found the family members of Jack and Lucas by far the least scary with their goofy over the top accents and cringe worthy one liners they constantly spout. Ironically, I feel like the game felt too much like a classic RE game at times and wish that they added more elements from newer horror games such as Outlast.
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a great horror game that should be played by all fans of the survival horror genre. RE7 is definitely not a perfect game that suffers from dated gameplay features and concepts from older RE games that take away a bit from the horror. But what the game succeeds in by innovating horror games through its new game engine far outways minor issues the game faces. RE7 has put the series on the right path and is one of the best AAA survival horror games of the current generation.

    8.5/10: Great    … Expand
  47. tr4gik
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    Solid installment in the franchise. Just playing the first hour in PSVR I was totally immersed, I was surprised how well paced the game was with perfect moments of release and tension. Even if the story is not about the originals RE, it is a solid addition to the franchise on its own. The series lost me with RE4, and had brought me back to actually enjoying a RE game like a did on theSolid installment in the franchise. Just playing the first hour in PSVR I was totally immersed, I was surprised how well paced the game was with perfect moments of release and tension. Even if the story is not about the originals RE, it is a solid addition to the franchise on its own. The series lost me with RE4, and had brought me back to actually enjoying a RE game like a did on the first one back in 96.… Expand
  48. Sinareti
    Feb 6, 2017
    10
    10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4. 10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4. 10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4. 10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4. 10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4. 10/10 Campcom thank you for Resident Evil 4.
  49. memo_rx
    Feb 7, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is definitely a new experience, it is a new formula and it works really well, it brings back the good old days of RE1 and RE2. Good job Capcom.
  50. Mikau94
    Feb 11, 2017
    8
    Resident Evil 7 is a truly terrifying experience with a few interesting flaws.

    I want to address the claims of nauseous while playing first. As someone who has played 1000s of games from Atari to PS4 I have never felt this sick while playing a game until I played Resident Evil Biohazard, I was playing on a regular HDTV and I had to take breaks every 1 - 1.5 hours because I would get    Resident Evil 7 is a truly terrifying experience with a few interesting flaws.

    I want to address the claims of nauseous while playing first. As someone who has played 1000s of games from Atari to PS4 I have never felt this sick while playing a game until I played Resident Evil Biohazard, I was playing on a regular HDTV and I had to take breaks every 1 - 1.5 hours because I would get terrible headaches and some nauseousness. I found that playing with the lights on reduced this dramatically but It's more fun to play games like this in the dark.

    The atmosphere and sense of dread were amazing and the mystery kept me coming back. Unlike many modern survival horror games, RE:7 didn't rely on jump scares and loud noises to startle the player. The atmosphere, in general. was unnerving and gorgeous. The sound design especially was on point; from subtle background noises to the score itself, RE:7 was on point. The visuals were very good, especially the characters models, but there were a few times that textures would get muddy upon close inspection. This seems a little strange as this franchise is known for making the player look through everything in detail.

    I found the setting the game in the Louisiana bayou to be a fresh change of pace that allowed for new and interesting environments. Without going into spoilers there are more areas than what are seen in the trailer and a few in particular were new and unique.

    Capcom used a few awesome new story-telling method such as interactive VHS tapes. These tapes found around the game are used to give insight into the past and depravity of the Baker family. Upon inserting the tape you take control of the individual holding the camera. These are particularly engaging and fascinating as they allow you to explore the same areas long before the events of the game. This leads to some fun puzzle solving and rewards if you paid attention.

    When it comes to combat it feels pretty good. The gunplay isn't perfect but it's not unfair. I was glad to see that Capcom when with a RE:5 style of shooting instead of something more akin to Resident Evil 4. The ability to move while looking down the scope in RE:4 felt unintuitive to me. The enemies aren't extremely varied. You have a handful of typical grunts and then you have the main characters/bosses. The first two, in particular, reminded me of nemesis which really put me on edge. Irritatingly, the final boss was far too easy.

    This game does deviate from the tried and true and that's why it shines in my opinion. Sure, you still have item boxes, standard inventory management, and some overused horror tropes but this game but it stands on its own as an amazing game. Just don't expect to be forced to backtrack through the same area 7 times because the developers thought it would be fun to include one-way doors near critical locations (I'm looking at you Resident Evil 1 & 2). There's decent replay value if you are looking to find all the collectibles and optional weapons. There are even multiple endings and a free story add-on that will come as DLC in Spring.

    The first person POV and chilling atmosphere make this a terrifying game and I applaud Capcom for trying something new with a well-loved series. This was was Resident Evil needed and I loved it. Biohazard might be the new best game in the franchise.    … Expand
  51. Glint
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    I've been waiting for this game for a very long time. Since 1997, I've dreamed of playing a Resident Evil game fully in first person (ignoring the mediocre Survivor and Chronicles games) that had the general atmosphere of the first game. While this game is quite different from RE1, it did manage to capture a good deal of that atmosphere: you feel isolated and vulnerable, there'sI've been waiting for this game for a very long time. Since 1997, I've dreamed of playing a Resident Evil game fully in first person (ignoring the mediocre Survivor and Chronicles games) that had the general atmosphere of the first game. While this game is quite different from RE1, it did manage to capture a good deal of that atmosphere: you feel isolated and vulnerable, there's exploration and light puzzles to solve, the environments are detailed, gruesome and bizarre, the audio design is moody and keeps you on edge, there's a number of known unknowns about the plot as you go through the game, and like the classic Resident Evil, it ends up unfolding into a sci-fi horror story with many loose ends that make you want more.

    I was very surprised by this game and I am SUPER glad that I decided to buy the PSVR in December. Without VR, I think my rating for this game would be 7/10. The VR enhances the game drastically, increasing your sense of presence in the game and rendering it as the most immersive horror game to date. I barely felt like I was playing a game; most of the time, I was actually there amidst the horror, in my mind at least. Which is exactly what I've always wanted.

    10/10    … Expand
  52. joaopontesvaz
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    Graphics: 9.8 Sound: 10 Gameplay: 9.6 Fun/Story: 10

    What an amazing game. First of all note that this score is mainly due VR option because i played 95% of the game with the new Sony gadget. Maybe in standard mode it scored 9 but i don´t care. This game is meant to be played in VR and believe that you´ll have a unique and marvelous experience. The impact, the thrill, the plot, the    Graphics: 9.8 Sound: 10 Gameplay: 9.6 Fun/Story: 10

    What an amazing game. First of all note that this score is mainly due VR option because i played 95% of the game with the new Sony gadget. Maybe in standard mode it scored 9 but i don´t care. This game is meant to be played in VR and believe that you´ll have a unique and marvelous experience. The impact, the thrill, the plot, the characters, the immersion, the "smell", the sound, the old RE feeling atmosphere, the art design ... all these earn another level of sensation. Thanks Capcom for this majestic doing. I cross my fingers other studios afford similar experiences from now on.    … Expand
  53. BrushedRed
    Feb 7, 2017
    8
    The best Resident Evil game since Resident Evil 4. Takes the player back to the old survival horror days like the very first iteration. The game has puzzles and has you examine items pretty closely to advance sometimes. The story is great and even though it's not directly connected with the other Resident Evil games, the lore is nice to read upon, besides, the Resident Evil timeline wasThe best Resident Evil game since Resident Evil 4. Takes the player back to the old survival horror days like the very first iteration. The game has puzzles and has you examine items pretty closely to advance sometimes. The story is great and even though it's not directly connected with the other Resident Evil games, the lore is nice to read upon, besides, the Resident Evil timeline was becoming to get too convoluted anyway. The fact that it's in first person doesn't alter the experience at all, but that's really the only huge difference this game has, other than the return to horror roots that were not present from 5 til now. The only downside is that the game is pretty short. They advertised 14-16 hours of content, but my blind playthrough was right around 10 hours. I then did a speedrun on easy and did it in 3 and a half hours. Madhouse is quite a fun experience while it lasts. Unfortunately it does not offer too much replay value. Sure, running around with infinite ammo is fun for a few plays then it loses a bit of luster, which is why I had to bump my rating down a couple notches, but if you can get it cheap or you have lots of GameStop credit, I recommend trying it out. It's very fun while it lasts. Graphics are phenominal… Expand
  54. dpkhosa
    Jan 28, 2017
    8
    First half of the game is solid. second half is not bad but not very engaging. Story is copy pasted from fear series. Not very scary. Overall, I had a good time but not what I was expecting. I thought it would be way more scary with better story.
  55. spidershan159
    Feb 7, 2017
    9
    Amazing game. The story was brilliant and it has a creepy feel to it which some of the more recent games had lacked. The game was a bit short as I completed it first time in under ten hours but the quality of the story made it worth it. Also, it is terrifying on the vr which just adds a bit extra if you want to scare yourself!
  56. OrionHamake
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    For sure this is the best resident evil after 4, the story is great, good difficulty and brought the essence of survival horror that the franchise had lost. Fans should be satisfied with this, capcom got it right this time
  57. sese24
    Jan 31, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 is a return to the roots of the saga, as it bets on a frightening perspective on first and that's what I loved about this title. I must admit that what I did not like was the last battle with the boss, since it does not give you different ways to kill him.
  58. maugeish
    Feb 2, 2017
    9
    They started with a 10 but ended with a 9. They messed up the end and the boss. This is sad.
    The story is great and the baker mansion is amazing.
    I missed zombies a lot and the granny thing was predictable after 50% of the game.
    Some textures were ps2 like and this is a no go
  59. Shakalwell
    Jun 6, 2017
    9
    Um ótimo respiro para a franquia que estava tomando um rumo muito fora da sua ideia inicial. Esse jogo ao lado do primeiro são os que mais podem ser chamados de SURVIVAL HORROR da franquia. Otimos retornos para nostaugicos como eu dentre eles baus para guardar itens, inventario limitado, foco em exploração do cenário, etc. Outro ponto altíssimo do jogo é sua ambiência e a família Baker queUm ótimo respiro para a franquia que estava tomando um rumo muito fora da sua ideia inicial. Esse jogo ao lado do primeiro são os que mais podem ser chamados de SURVIVAL HORROR da franquia. Otimos retornos para nostaugicos como eu dentre eles baus para guardar itens, inventario limitado, foco em exploração do cenário, etc. Outro ponto altíssimo do jogo é sua ambiência e a família Baker que te deixa muito envolvido na trama. O unico ponto que ficou devendo é puzzles mais desafiadores porém nada que estrague o jogo. Para quem diz que esse não é um resident evil de verdade gostaria mesmo de saber o que essa pessoa considera um resident de verdade.… Expand
  60. ocapacitor
    Jan 30, 2017
    8
    Em clima de dúvidas, Resident Evil 7 foi lançado, sendo o mais diferente de todos os games da franquia até aqui. Com um enredo que quase não faz conexões com o cânone original e uma jogabilidade totalmente diferente dos jogos anteriores, o resgate ao terror aconteceu, mas aparentemente mais baseado em jogos atuais como Outlast do que nos jogos anteriores da franquia.

    Resident Evil 7    Em clima de dúvidas, Resident Evil 7 foi lançado, sendo o mais diferente de todos os games da franquia até aqui. Com um enredo que quase não faz conexões com o cânone original e uma jogabilidade totalmente diferente dos jogos anteriores, o resgate ao terror aconteceu, mas aparentemente mais baseado em jogos atuais como Outlast do que nos jogos anteriores da franquia.

    Resident Evil 7 possui uma atmosfera extremamente tensa, com sustos inesperados e aquela sensação de que a qualquer curva encontraremos algum monstro. Este é o tipo de jogo que consegue te deixar em um estado de alerta constante, afinal de contas, qualquer distração pode significar sua morte no jogo.

    Apesar de não trazer personagens da franquia antiga, os vilões são muito bem caracterizados e atendem muito bem ao propósito, que é assustar. A família perturbada que "abriga" o protagonista é absolutamente assustadora. E assim, há de fato um resgate ao terror na franquia.

    Assim como desde o Resident Evil 4 muitos fãs se incomodavam com os "Zumbis" super inteligentes, aqui alguns podem se incomodar com a falta deles. Sim, não tem zumbis em Resident Evil 7, apenas monstros genéricos, além da família Baker (que já representa um baita desafio).

    Com gráficos de ponta, um cenário bem construído e inimigos desafiadores, o game é garantia de horas de tensão e angústia enquanto se tenta achar a saída da casa dos Bakers.

    Contudo, é difícil enxergar muito da franquia Resident Evil no game. Obviamente, há referências, há elementos do jogo em comum, mas além da visão em primeira pessoa, que já afasta muito dos outros jogos, o enredo não se conecta muito com o resto do universo. O que pode, ou não, ser ruim para os fãs de longas datas da franquia.

    Não se pode dizer que o jogo é ruim, muito pelo contrário, é um excelente game! Excelente ao ponto de que poderia ter sido lançado sob qualquer outro nome que ainda teria sido um bom game e evitaria muitas discussões se o jogo realmente faz jus à franquia.

    Sendo assim, Resident Evil 7 é o melhor Resident Evil que não é Resident Evil. Ignorando o histórico da franquia, a Capcom lançou um bom jogo que pouco tem a ver com o nome que carrega. O nome Resident Evil pode atrair fãs da franquia, mas também pode afastar aqueles que não a conhecem bem e acham que precisarão jogar os outros jogos para entender.

    Para voltar a gostar de Resident Evil, é preciso primeiro se desapegar de Resident Evil...    … Expand
  61. GlenGames
    Feb 1, 2017
    8
    THIS REVIEW IS SPOILER FREE

    Intro Let me preface this review with the fact that I've never played a Resident Evil game, or even a horror game, and that I am historically a **** So why did I decide to play Resident Evil 7: Biohazard? The honest answer is HYPE. This game has been hyped as the best Resident Evil game of the past decade, returning to their origins of puzzles and    THIS REVIEW IS SPOILER FREE

    Intro

    Let me preface this review with the fact that I've never played a Resident Evil game, or even a horror game, and that I am historically a **** So why did I decide to play Resident Evil 7: Biohazard? The honest answer is HYPE.

    This game has been hyped as the best Resident Evil game of the past decade, returning to their origins of puzzles and horror survival, ditching the FPS feel of RE5. I took the scary factor of the game as a challenge and only played the game when the sun had gone down and the lights had been turned off. Brightness was set to the correct low level and the volume was turned up.

    Graphics

    Overall the graphics are incredible, which they should be since a majority of the time your environment is static so all rendering power can be dedicated to the environment. The only moments when I felt the graphics were sub par are when antagonists faces are pressed up very close to your own. Other than that the graphics are very high quality.

    Audio

    Audio is incredibly important in a mostly quiet horror game like this. Things are constantly going bump in the night making you look over your shoulder. Did someone just knock on that door? What was that creak? The audio is 80% of the scary factor in this game.

    Gameplay

    The game takes place in a bijou in **** Louisiana. Most of your time is spent in old destitute houses and the surrounding property with monsters and no shortage of body parts.

    The controls are very intuitive and natural, so much so that there's not much to talk about! You're in control. My only gripe is that R1 instantly uses any healing medicine you have, and to craft an item you open you inventory with Triangle, and then press R1. Needless to say more often than I care to admit I accidentally used a healing solution when really I meant to craft an item. This usually ended with me stopping the game and going back to my last save point, see below!

    I must have been saving every 10 minutes. You save your progress in little "safe" rooms that also usually include a chest to store your items since on-person storage is limited. These safe rooms are surprisingly plentiful and strategically located, but that didn't stop me from saving constantly just in case (just in case I'm an idiot who keeps wasting his healing solutions).

    Shoot for the head or run and hide! Ammo and health are not as limited as other games in the horror survival genre, but that doesn't give you the go ahead to be loosey goosey with your booger hook on the bang switch either. There are items hidden everywhere that you can collect and combine together to craft usable items like health or ammo.

    The puzzles are sometimes difficult, but not impossible. The games gives you a look into the future with the video tapes you find. When you watch a video tape you get to experience the environment you are about to go into in the "real" game which can be very useful if you pay attention.

    Conclusion

    Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is a very entertaining horror survival game that is hard to put down. Is it worth the price for only 8 hours of gameplay with little replay value? That's your decision. Is the game fun and satisfying to complete? Absolutely.    … Expand
  62. TheDruginator1
    Feb 1, 2017
    8
    (i am fanboy) i play every resident evil game resident evil 1 , 2 ,3 is horor game re 4 is survival horor 5 6 action and 7... 7 is all of this. (sorry for bad english) and this game have not good npc
  63. Ieatplants
    Feb 3, 2017
    9
    As a long time fan of the Resident Evil franchise, I can say I feel as if a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. For so long it seems the series was in a nose dive spinning further and further away from its horror roots, and turning into an almost sometimes off-putting action shooter. RE7 is a welcoming throwback to the golden age of gaming and a return to what many old fans wouldAs a long time fan of the Resident Evil franchise, I can say I feel as if a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. For so long it seems the series was in a nose dive spinning further and further away from its horror roots, and turning into an almost sometimes off-putting action shooter. RE7 is a welcoming throwback to the golden age of gaming and a return to what many old fans would agree is what made Resident Evil so amazing, to begin with. Although the FPS is a new take on the series it's a surprisingly pleasing addition that emphasizes the overall terrifying environment around you. I thoroughly enjoyed the Baker family mystery. When I was not on the edge of my seat in terror, I found myself wrapped up in trying to figure out what happened to make this disturbing family become what the have. On a mechanical level, the games runs very smooth and offers a wide range of weapons more satisfying than the last. The overall graphics are stunning and utilize the full power of the PS4 which (is in my opinion) one of the best-looking games on the console to date. My only complaints derive from nitpicking put I will state them anyhow, personally, I would have liked to seen more intricate or at least more unique boss fights, and the DLC left something to be desired. It wasn't bad by any means, just not worth the $9.99 I paid to play. The first DLC batch comes off as mini games they could have thrown into the main game or at least should have offered after beating the main storyline, much like in other RE installments that gave us The Mercenaries, and Assignment Ada mini games upon completion. With all of that being said, the good far outweighs the bad elements and RE7 puts itself near the top of the best in the series. Now, all we can hope for is that Capcom continues making Resident Evil the way it was always meant to be played, a true survival horror experience. ~ieatplants… Expand
  64. The_Dragster407
    Feb 13, 2017
    8
    Pros
    Good graphics
    Well done story Amazing AI Successful at horror Cons Short game Limited enemies Cliché ending Plot Resident Evil 7 starts you off as Ethan, a man looking for his wife Mia who has been missing for three years. Just when you have given up, you get a mysterious message from, none other than, your wife Mia. You, eager to investigate, quickly find yourself in    Pros
    Good graphics
    Well done story
    Amazing AI
    Successful at horror

    Cons
    Short game
    Limited enemies
    Cliché ending

    Plot
    Resident Evil 7 starts you off as Ethan, a man looking for his wife Mia who has been missing for three years. Just when you have given up, you get a mysterious message from, none other than, your wife Mia. You, eager to investigate, quickly find yourself in the Bayou, a swamp in Louisiana. You find and enter an old, abandoned house that you realize isn't as empty as you thought. Ethan fastly finds that everything isn't as it seems as he battles, escapes, and endures the puzzles and secrets in the Bakers vastly spanning estate. Will he survive, or just fall another victim to “The Family”.

    Gameplay
    Resident Evil 7 is being developed and published by Capcom, who released the game early 2017 on January 24. The game is currently $60 on PS4 and Xbox One. Resident Evil 7 is a first person Horror/action game that will have you with goosebumps through the entire experience and have you tense till the end. RE is available for the PSVR and will stay that way for a year before it is released for other VR systems. There are few buttons, and the ones there are, are easy to understand and you won't even have to think about which one opens the inventory (which in my opinion is very well designed).

    My Personal Experience
    Overall Resident Evil 7 is very well designed, especially the characters. The
    graphics are very well done and are quite possibly one of the game's best features. As a RE fan this game definitely brings back the horror of the old games, but this time in first person. The AI used in the game are the best in the gaming world so far. This newest installment of Resident Evil is riddled with new puzzles, secrets, and easter eggs.

    One problem I found is that there are not a lot of different enemies. They are often the same enemies, and yes there are bosses and mini-bosses, but I do not count those as “different” enemies. The main game only lasts about 5-6 hours, which is why you need to buy the DLC’s (downloadable content) to enjoy the full experience. The DLC’s however cost half as much as the game and only add a few things to the game! Also, not to spoil anything, but the ending is really cliché. This game is definitely worth the few extra bucks though and is great for anyone who wants a good old fashion horror game.

    This game is definitely for older teens or up, there is extreme violence, gore, and use of language. Looking past the cost and M rated title, this game is very fun to play, even for just a few hours, and I give it 4 out of 5 stars. Hands off to Capcom for giving us another good horror game.    … Expand
  65. Macm1219
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    To me this has been I think my favorite Resident Evil game. From the scary atmosphere and shake up to the formula. The boss fights weren't awesome at first but once I got the mechanic of them and understood the weaknesses it was a lot easier and more fun. The puzzles were pretty easier but that didn't bother me because if anything it encourages players to maybe pick the game series andTo me this has been I think my favorite Resident Evil game. From the scary atmosphere and shake up to the formula. The boss fights weren't awesome at first but once I got the mechanic of them and understood the weaknesses it was a lot easier and more fun. The puzzles were pretty easier but that didn't bother me because if anything it encourages players to maybe pick the game series and play the rest that were more puzzle heavy. And to be honest I'm glad the puzzles weren't the same like they were back in the original Resi. Some of the puzzles were just ridiculous. But overall I thought the character development and environment was awesome. Dlc only adds to it. Great game can't wait for the two other story DLC's… Expand
  66. MonrealProSinon
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    it was a great game over all but the replayabilite isnt there and the choises arnt there ither only one that is arond the end of the game A wonderful return to form but the vr version lookes like a ps3 game its so blury
  67. GLaDOS-b
    Feb 26, 2017
    9
    This is the best Resident Evil to come out since 4. This game perfectly blends new with old. At first glance people will think the this game is not Resident Evil because of the first person view but they can't be anymore wrong.
  68. Chaotic_Zombie
    Apr 29, 2017
    8
    It is a solid entry in the franchise even tho i was worried it was an FPS game,the game could have been a 9 if the dlc was actually in the game because the story is like 8 to 10 hours long. Also i might want to experience it with the VR in the future for a better thrill experience.
  69. BmmTV
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Uau , Finalmente a Capcom conseguiu trazer de volta Resident Evil!
    Apesar de ter pequenos defeitos o jogo é ótimo!
    O Gráfico não é o melhor da Geração mas continua sendo incrível!
    A Jogabilidade assim como qualquer RE é Muito Funcional , Além do Fator Replay
    do Jogo que é muito bom pelo menos pra mim!
  70. Blackbox20
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    So if you have a purist streak in you, you'll likely hate this game on principle. If you don't then get on down to the bayou and have yourself a spooky time friend! This is an amazing game, and the only complaint a person can level at it is that it's different from the way resident evil has always been. I've never cared for many of those games past the original, so for me, bring inSo if you have a purist streak in you, you'll likely hate this game on principle. If you don't then get on down to the bayou and have yourself a spooky time friend! This is an amazing game, and the only complaint a person can level at it is that it's different from the way resident evil has always been. I've never cared for many of those games past the original, so for me, bring in Resident Evil is back and better than ever. The series has finally returned to its classic roots and does it with a modern style that perfectly blends past resident evil with modern horror gaming. I wish I could give this game an… Expand
  71. DCOTE
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    Say what you will about Resident Evil 7, but there is not a single person who has touched this game that can deny that much love and care went into crafting this unsettling horror adventure. RE7 manages to capture the key elements that made the originals such monumental classics, albeit in a much less cheesy and more modern fashion. The first person view can be seen as an updated versionSay what you will about Resident Evil 7, but there is not a single person who has touched this game that can deny that much love and care went into crafting this unsettling horror adventure. RE7 manages to capture the key elements that made the originals such monumental classics, albeit in a much less cheesy and more modern fashion. The first person view can be seen as an updated version of the original's forced perspective, keeping whatever lurks around the corner hidden until it rears it's (very) ugly head. The bulk of the gameplay is very similar to the original Resident Evil; confronting or avoiding enemies, collecting keys and other items to unlock rooms and doors, as well as collecting documents to uncover more of the backstory behind the decrepit Baker Estate. However, RE7 doesn't just copy and paste what made it's predecessors a success, it makes them it's own by adding a new spin, replacing some documents with interactive video tapes that often reveal key details of what you need to do at certain points in the game, and then there are the Bakers themselves which function like an updated version of Nemesis from Resident Evil 3, they can be momentarily knocked out, but for the most part that can't be killed. 'That gun ain't gonna work they way you think it will'.

    Still, RE7 is not without it's flaws. The boss battles, while spectacular and engaging at first, can often get annoying when you have to repeat them multiple times until you figure out the trick to besting the enemy, and while the Bakers are very well designed in how they act/re-act, the lesser enemies in the game feel stupid by comparison, often letting you run straight past them, making them virtually harmless unless you get yourself cornered or play on the madhouse difficulty which is generally unlocked post-game unless you nabbed the pre-order bonus survival kit which unlocks the increased difficulty early.

    Overall, Resident Evil 7 is a phenomenal horror game and, even better, a fantastic Resident Evil game, which is something that we have been waiting for in the mainline series for quite some time. While RE4 and 5 were fantastic action/horror games in their own right, they lacked the heart and soul of the original core games that made them such a hit with the original fans that have stuck around since the 90s. I sincerely hope that Capcom uses RE7 as a mold (no pun intended) for future installments of the series, perhaps continuing the RE4/5 style of gameplay within the Revelations sub-series because, lets be honest, the co-op in RE5 and Revelations 2 was bloody fun! RE6 even had it's moments.

    Please, do not listen to the reviews giving this game obnoxiously low scores, because I guarantee that more than half of them have not played the game. Look up gameplay (but not too much, the mystery is half the fun!) and listen to people that you know for a fact have played the game, and then make the choice for yourself.    … Expand
  72. Faron
    Jan 30, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil is back and better than ever. The series has finally returned to its classic roots and does it with a modern style that perfectly blends past resident evil with modern horror gaming.
    Cant wait to continue..
  73. Radwimp
    Feb 4, 2017
    9
    This is a Resident Evil game, without the fixed Camera Angles and without a 3rd person perceptive. That understandably, can be a game breaker for many Resident Evil fans.
    With the first person aspect of RE7 the horror is more personal then any Resident Evil, It is also scary like RE 4, 5, and 6; and this isn't a shooting gallery unlike RE5 and RE6. In a way this is the first good AAA    This is a Resident Evil game, without the fixed Camera Angles and without a 3rd person perceptive. That understandably, can be a game breaker for many Resident Evil fans.
    With the first person aspect of RE7 the horror is more personal then any Resident Evil, It is also scary like RE 4, 5, and 6; and this isn't a shooting gallery unlike RE5 and RE6. In a way this is the first good AAA Survival Horror game this generation, and yes i did play The Evil With In (but this game had it's own flaws).
    VR is how most games are going to want to play this game, as long as they are not prone to motion sickness. The VR aspect of RE7 is done much better and with better options then Regular PSVR games.
    I mean this is no Silent Hill 2, a master piece. Neither is it like RE2, RE3 Nemesis, or Code Veronica. And it is not like most older cult favourites Haunting Grounds, Rule of Rose, Siren or Fatal Frame. It is defiantly something new mixed with Classic Resident Evil games. This for older games might not be the direction they would want to see the game go in, but if i had to inject my opinion, this is a whole lot better then Resident Evil 5, RE 6 and the mediocre spin offs in between.
    Would i recommend you but this game. Yes; Defiantly.
    Would i recommend you play it in VR (PSVR from personal experience). Yes; if you are not prone to motion sickness, This i would consider the first good game on PSVR, after Rez Infinite.    … Expand
  74. NickCrit
    Feb 21, 2017
    10
    This is an awesome horror game. First person perspective horror / puzzle / action game with a story that comes together as you progressed. The music, the settings, the atmosphere all ties together for a horror experience. The thing about horror games is that if you read a review that it is a horror game you can play it and not enjoy it as much.
  75. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 22, 2017
    8
    The return of a great franchise.
    After a disappointing Resident Evil 6 comes back Capcom with a controversial but nice game REVll is a great game full of scares like their old survival horror games, pleasant gameplay, realistic combat and a short but pretty good story.

    You can not miss this great game 8/10
  76. Jk82482
    Mar 21, 2017
    8
    A solid return to survival horror. I just wish there was a third person option. Outside of that I'm pleased with this game overall. Stay on this path on RE will be ok again.
  77. tom84
    Feb 19, 2019
    10
    Fantastic! The game returns to its survival horror roots. They also did away with zombies which i just loved.
  78. themerote
    Feb 4, 2017
    9
    Just wanna let all these 0 scorers know they are all pathetic, why would you give any game get 0, even terrible games deserve a 1 or a 2, giving a game a 0 is basically saying you want to hurt the game and want it to fail when infact you can't actually aford to buy it or buy VR because you are a loser. I'm not gonna give RE7 a 10 but I think it does deserve 10 but doing that would make meJust wanna let all these 0 scorers know they are all pathetic, why would you give any game get 0, even terrible games deserve a 1 or a 2, giving a game a 0 is basically saying you want to hurt the game and want it to fail when infact you can't actually aford to buy it or buy VR because you are a loser. I'm not gonna give RE7 a 10 but I think it does deserve 10 but doing that would make me just as stupid and pathetic as all these 0 scorers, I **** hate you, you are ruining this site. Resident Evil is a return to form, a return to the survival horror formular and an update to first person that was so needed, infact that is the best thing about Resident Evil 7 is its first person view, everything else is secondary to that but still amazing. Imagine being in a RE game, it's as close as it gets and it is terrifying, this game is pure gold. Well done Capcom you finally listened to the real RE fans.… Expand
  79. Turbodowg
    Feb 24, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 is a return to form after the utterly terrible Resi 6. The move to a first person perspective works very well and immerses you even more in the Resi universe.

    Graphics are fantastic. Every room and environment is detailed. The mansion and houses all have a unique feel and look gritty and horrifying. The game-play is similar to the early games and rewards exploration. The    Resident Evil 7 is a return to form after the utterly terrible Resi 6. The move to a first person perspective works very well and immerses you even more in the Resi universe.

    Graphics are fantastic. Every room and environment is detailed. The mansion and houses all have a unique feel and look gritty and horrifying. The game-play is similar to the early games and rewards exploration. The story is good although not mind-blowing it still has an interesting narrative that will satisfy until the end of game.

    The VHS levels are a unique twist and offer some variation in game-play. 'Happy Birthday' is the stand out tape and reminds me of the film SAW.

    Sound and music help to create the atmosphere well. With more sinister tracks playing when you about to encounter something dreadful and the traditional calming track when you finally find that safe room!

    Combat works well and the bosses you encounter are all varied and interesting.

    I preferred the first part of the game been staled around the mansion by the Baker family, this part of the game reminded me a lot of Texas Chainsaw The fear is much more intense knowing you cant kill any of the grotesque Baker family until you enter their boss arena. The other enemy type are The Molded, beasts that look like they are made of dripping black mold or tar. At first they are scary but after slaying a few they lose their impact. There are variations of them but a few more monster types would have kept the game fresh all the way through.

    Two DLCs are out at the time of writing. Normally when you beat a resident evil you get a survival mode, in this case you have to pay extra for it which is a little annoying. I've yet to play them so they wont affect my score.

    I would recommend Resident Evil 7 to past fans and new players. The game is a little short and not overly challenging but more than makes up for it with atmosphere, game-play and some stunning graphics. I really enjoyed playing and will certainly give it another play through when I have a VR headset.    … Expand
  80. nicenfast
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Please ignore the negative reviews on here - the game is the best Res Evil there has been in some time - the game is excellent - i can’t wait for another!
  81. ason313
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    Really feels like the throwback to the start of the series even though it's not zombie based. Well done story that propels you forward and great use of music, lighting, and SFX to keep your anxiety up. I can see how some might be disappointed by this one since it changes from the 3rd person over the shoulder style they had been known for since RE4, but the switch to first person reallyReally feels like the throwback to the start of the series even though it's not zombie based. Well done story that propels you forward and great use of music, lighting, and SFX to keep your anxiety up. I can see how some might be disappointed by this one since it changes from the 3rd person over the shoulder style they had been known for since RE4, but the switch to first person really ends up bring the series back to basics while feeling new at the same time. It's scary just to walk down a hallway in this game and that's something that had been missing from the series for a while. As someone who had always loved the original games, this game really hit the sweet spot. Looking forward to all the DLC.… Expand
  82. Funkymonk
    May 5, 2019
    9
    Resident Evil 7 takes the series back to its roots while completely reinventing the series. From the creepy atmosphere and psychological tension to the pitch perfect jump scares it's a master class in horror but play it with a VR helmet and it's on a whole different level! A real return to form, perhaps the scariest RE game yet!
  83. Reginthorn
    Jan 31, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 is one of the most enjoyable horror gaming experiences to date. The visual jump scares seldom feel cheap in part due to the masterful sound design. Making people jump isn’t a difficult task. However, making people terrified to progress the plot is a daunting task to pull off. Resident Evil 7 absolutely succeeds in pulling off what developer/publisher Capcom set out toResident Evil 7 is one of the most enjoyable horror gaming experiences to date. The visual jump scares seldom feel cheap in part due to the masterful sound design. Making people jump isn’t a difficult task. However, making people terrified to progress the plot is a daunting task to pull off. Resident Evil 7 absolutely succeeds in pulling off what developer/publisher Capcom set out to accomplish. After the failure of RE6, the need for the series to return to the survival horror genre became clear. Horror is all about maintaining an atmosphere. Walking down a corridor, Ethan Winter (the surrogate for the player) might hear some variety of crash off in the next room or in the room above. The mansion is lived in (a slightly inaccurate phrase) and a sense of foreboding never escapes the player except for around the ending. The sound design mixed in with phenomenal limited lighting merge in encouraging the player never be overconfident in a given environment. Unlike previous entries, the locations are realistically scaled down. The Baker homestead never features a room or ground that feels out of place. In other words, the property is very much one might find in reality. Conversely, the game’s need to feature a puzzle at every turn suspends belief every once in awhile. In the end, the limited environmental scope aids in augmenting the horror. The developers painstakingly created the home to a disturbing degree. Every nook and cranny of the home serve a purpose in telling the Baker family’s story. The player is rewarded at great cost for exploring the environment. In addition, the exploration feeds into a very enjoyable item management system. All of the items encountered are useful. In order to make backpack space, the player has to really decide what is the most useful item in a given situation. Looking through your inventory doesn’t stop the game time. You could be looking at the very low ammo of a given gun and suddenly come under attack. In most fights, the best solution is often to run away until a more advantageous moment. The narrative lasts little more than ten hours. The duration of the experience ensures the plot never drags or overstays its welcome. The mysteries of the circumstances surrounding Ethan Walker are more than enough to ensure the player fights their fear. The player won’t be able to stop themselves from enjoying their twisted adventure with the Baker family.… Expand
  84. Kenmei
    May 19, 2017
    9
    After the disappointment that was Resident Evil 6, Capcom went back to the horror roots with this one and set the series on what hopefully is a new path. You play as a man named Ethan who gets an email from his long lost wife about her whereabouts in the swamps of Louisiana. From there the game is filled to the brim with the horror elements that the series was once known for. The switch toAfter the disappointment that was Resident Evil 6, Capcom went back to the horror roots with this one and set the series on what hopefully is a new path. You play as a man named Ethan who gets an email from his long lost wife about her whereabouts in the swamps of Louisiana. From there the game is filled to the brim with the horror elements that the series was once known for. The switch to first person was a great idea as well. The limited mobility and the limited vision from the first person perspective is a very nice touch and makes things even more scary.
    There are a few negatives though. Without any spoilers, there are some loose ends within the story that were never fully explored and the enemies start to become very repetitive, to the point where they start to lose their scary touch towards the end of the game after having seen them so many times. Also the puzzles are beyond pathetic. For a series that was once known for their puzzles, this game really dropped the ball in that department for some reason.
    RE 7 is hopefully a good sign from Capcom that the series is going back to its roots. After the shift in tone from RE 5 and 6, and the terrible arcadey action from RE 6, it's nice to see that Capcom gets it with at least one of their franchises and works to fix the problems after enough backlash. Can't say the same for all of their franchises but this will do for now.    … Expand
  85. Sesshomurai
    Dec 26, 2017
    8
    A well done game. Great visuals. Solid controls. Innovative scripting and some genuine scares. I had to shut it off a couple times and turn the lights on!
  86. Darkresurrect
    Feb 19, 2017
    8
    This game is great but not amazing, it has almost the entire game a mixture of nice graphics with a lot of ugly textures. The gameplay is simple nothing special, it has the feeling of an Outlast game or Condemned. It is a Resident Evil game but that's it up to you to find out how the story clicks with the franchise.
    On the PlayStation VR side there's more fun and more immersion if you    This game is great but not amazing, it has almost the entire game a mixture of nice graphics with a lot of ugly textures. The gameplay is simple nothing special, it has the feeling of an Outlast game or Condemned. It is a Resident Evil game but that's it up to you to find out how the story clicks with the franchise.
    On the PlayStation VR side there's more fun and more immersion if you have the capacity of play it for long periods of time without feeling nauseous. On the VR Graphics aspect, even on the PS4 Pro graphics doesn't look bad but not on par with the same quality as on the TV even on 720 or 1080p. They're just great on VR that the immersion experience is what it counts.    … Expand
  87. JohnWitten
    Feb 19, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [Shortened]

    In some ways Resident Evil 7 brings the series back down to earth and back to its roots, and yet in others it is even more fantastical than the last entry. Thankfully, one thing it does well is craft more believable and entertaining boss fights and encounters. Every enemy seems thought out rather than hastily thrown at you like Resident Evil 6 was wont to do. The Bakers and the other more powerful adversaries each come with their own specific methodology to battle, although a much more prepared player can potentially blitz their way through earlier encounters with sheer firepower and determination. Action is still a large part of the game, but it has taken a step towards being more cinematic so that the bulk of the experience can be returned to its horror roots. It makes for a better and overall more enjoyable and tenser experience to be sure. The gunplay and most melee moments are handled quite well although there are some unexpected hiccups here and there specifically where reactionary movement is concerned with special weapons. On the whole however, the first person perspective increases the enjoyability of the well-oiled combat both aesthetically and physically.

    All things considered, Resident Evil 7 is the return to form that the series needed even if it ultimately doesn’t change things up quite as much as it probably could or should’ve. It is by no means Resident Evil 4, but then that isn’t necessarily a bad thing either. It stands largely on its own although there are still obvious and subtle connections to the rest of the series, making it a tad clearer than expected as to just how it fits in with the other titles. The expansion of the universe and video game lore is welcome and for a series that constantly retcons its own ideas and even who’s alive and who’s dead, it largely adds onto the Resident Evil fiction without taking anything else away in turn. Given the chance, whether you’re a newcomer to the series or a longstanding fan, you should give the game a chance- it’s as good a jumping on point as any, especially given the lack of need to know information considering past titles.

    Concept: Reinvent the Resident Evil series as we know it, adding a breath of freshness to a series that has otherwise begun to grow stale over the years. Introduce new characters, a new plot, and new gimmicks along the way.

    Graphics: Particularly great animation and environmental work adds ambiance and aesthetic thrills to the tense adventure. Add in the fact that limbs are lopped off and gore is always present and you have a graphically sound and impressive piece of work.

    Sound: There is often little to no sound and yet that works in a genre such as this. When there is something to be said or done, the voice acting is about on par with most triple-A titles and doesn’t disappoint. The minimalist soundtrack ratchets the tension at all the right times as well.

    Playability: Exploration and tense combat are given their equal due and are the largest elements in play throughout the game. It handles well for the entirety of the campaign and is an incredibly well-played experience to boot.

    Entertainment: Most of the entertainment can be derived from the expansion of the lore and in-game details strewn about the world. Making subtle and not-so subtle connections to the other games in the series is what Capcom often does best and it works here better than it probably ever has before. In an experience that could’ve been largely standalone, Capcom unites Resident Evil 7 with previous titles in thrilling and interesting ways.

    Replay Value: Moderately High.

    Overall Score: 8.0    … Expand
  88. Knirt
    Jan 3, 2018
    10
    One of the best VR games available. RE4 was a great shooter but RE7 goes back to the roots and is an awesome creepy horror experience playing in several houses located on the same property. The full game is in VR and so if you have the VR headset you shouldn't miss this one.
  89. resh_aykut
    Apr 6, 2020
    9
    Kesinlikle son zamanların en iyisi. Oyunu bitirdikten sonra bile akıllarda soru işaretleri bırakıyor. Hikaye Dlc si de yakında geliyor bakalım hikaye nasıl sonlacak.
  90. Steyraus
    Feb 3, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpeice, plain and simple, Survival Horror brought into the modern age perfectly.. Its the exact ballance of progrssion, combat, exploration and puzzles that mafe the great so great and most modern horror game miss completely.
    Game is beutifull , atmospheric, controls perfectly and when you think nothing could be better, not only is the Addon DLC Amazing but the whole    This game is a masterpeice, plain and simple, Survival Horror brought into the modern age perfectly.. Its the exact ballance of progrssion, combat, exploration and puzzles that mafe the great so great and most modern horror game miss completely.
    Game is beutifull , atmospheric, controls perfectly and when you think nothing could be better, not only is the Addon DLC Amazing but the whole package can be played in VR..
    This game really is a treat for the og old school survival horror fans, that is sick of the boring walking si.ulators we always get today and miss a perfectly ballaced experiance like RE7.    … Expand
  91. backInBone
    May 29, 2017
    9
    I've played almost all major titles in RE franchise. To be honest, when I first played the RE7 demo, I disliked it so much that I didn't consider it as a RE game. That's why I did not purchase the game until recently it's discounted.

    However, after I actually played the game, I realize it is still a RE game after all. The story-telling is good. The exploration, puzzles, item management,    I've played almost all major titles in RE franchise. To be honest, when I first played the RE7 demo, I disliked it so much that I didn't consider it as a RE game. That's why I did not purchase the game until recently it's discounted.

    However, after I actually played the game, I realize it is still a RE game after all. The story-telling is good. The exploration, puzzles, item management, and even the combat all feel so familiar. If you are not buying this game because you think it would be a cheap horror game without RE identity, don't worry. If you are attracted to this title by it's horror theme, be patient with the game because it could be annoying or difficult for someone new to the series.    … Expand
  92. screamshout
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    the greatest resident evil game i've ever played well done well doooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooone
  93. Xekarth
    Feb 20, 2017
    9
    One of my favorite game ever! To begin with, I am not a Resident Evil expert. I only played Resident Evil 5 which I though was good. But this one is a completely different thing. It is a survival horror game. The game is terrifying. The jump scares are few I would say. What is scary is the ambiance, the details of the environment, the sounds. The story fits well within the resident evilOne of my favorite game ever! To begin with, I am not a Resident Evil expert. I only played Resident Evil 5 which I though was good. But this one is a completely different thing. It is a survival horror game. The game is terrifying. The jump scares are few I would say. What is scary is the ambiance, the details of the environment, the sounds. The story fits well within the resident evil lore and is so interesting. I was hooked to uncover more of the mysteries as I progressed within the Baker's House. The ending does not end with a cliffhanger which is a very good thing these time.... The gameplay is amazing. Be aware this is not a shooting fest, but the combat is so satisfying, I like to search every inches of the house to find ammo and healing supplies. I like the fact that you need to back track to old areas to unlock new rooms. If you like the survival horror genre this game is not to be missed. If not, give it a try you may be very surprised.… Expand
  94. lukaszw
    Feb 24, 2017
    8
    After hearing all the comments that it is not "true" Resident Evil, no zombies etc I kept my expectations low when I had bought the game. I was positively surprised when I found that there are puzzles to solve, keys required to open doors, limited ammo, stash management which is exactly what legacy RE is all about.
    I really recommend this game for anyone who likes horror games and not    After hearing all the comments that it is not "true" Resident Evil, no zombies etc I kept my expectations low when I had bought the game. I was positively surprised when I found that there are puzzles to solve, keys required to open doors, limited ammo, stash management which is exactly what legacy RE is all about.
    I really recommend this game for anyone who likes horror games and not only RE fans.    … Expand
  95. Snake6677
    Jun 17, 2017
    9
    I Just finished the game and i'm surprised. The Game don't have zombies, but is more Resident Evil than 5 and 6, for sure. The people who are hating this game never played the first ones, cause all the elements of the first resident evil's are there. Resident evil is not a shooter, is a survivor horror. I´m glad capcom have the guts to go back with the elements that made the name of thisI Just finished the game and i'm surprised. The Game don't have zombies, but is more Resident Evil than 5 and 6, for sure. The people who are hating this game never played the first ones, cause all the elements of the first resident evil's are there. Resident evil is not a shooter, is a survivor horror. I´m glad capcom have the guts to go back with the elements that made the name of this great franchise.… Expand
  96. Jambobbyb
    Feb 2, 2017
    9
    This using PSPro and VR... This is the best VR title I have played, graphically it's not perfect but a lot of the little touches really draw you into a rich immersive and brown trouser experience. Gun play is good and you really learn to make every shot count with the minimal ammo drops you find. I have got about 12 hours play so far and I haven't been trying to speed run it preferring toThis using PSPro and VR... This is the best VR title I have played, graphically it's not perfect but a lot of the little touches really draw you into a rich immersive and brown trouser experience. Gun play is good and you really learn to make every shot count with the minimal ammo drops you find. I have got about 12 hours play so far and I haven't been trying to speed run it preferring to take the time and try to see as much as possible.... 9/10… Expand
  97. thryce3
    Feb 12, 2017
    9
    While I enjoyed RE 5 and 6 more than most, there is no question that this is the best in the series since 4. It's easily the scariest since then. I am not a fan of 1st person shooters in general so I was wary when they decided to make the change (obviously so they could tack on VR, which i haven't tried). Thankfully, it works well and I never felt like I wasn't playing a Resident EvilWhile I enjoyed RE 5 and 6 more than most, there is no question that this is the best in the series since 4. It's easily the scariest since then. I am not a fan of 1st person shooters in general so I was wary when they decided to make the change (obviously so they could tack on VR, which i haven't tried). Thankfully, it works well and I never felt like I wasn't playing a Resident Evil game. There were a few times when I got killed because of a lack of peripheral, and Ethan isn't quick enough to dodge attacks (especially in boss fights), but it wasn't a huge problem overall. Also, am I the only one who HATES clicking the L stick to run? Anyway, it's a fantastic game and creepy as hell. I'd probably give it an 8.5, but lets roundup.… Expand
  98. wavetoyou
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    With the upcoming release of the final DLC from this masterpiece of a game, I thought I would finally chime in. Keep in mind, I played this entirely on the Playstation VR, and so my review is based on that experience..

    There are moments in our gaming lives that stick with us. I guess it's sort of akin to how they describe your life flashing before your eyes...glimpses of highlights.    With the upcoming release of the final DLC from this masterpiece of a game, I thought I would finally chime in. Keep in mind, I played this entirely on the Playstation VR, and so my review is based on that experience..

    There are moments in our gaming lives that stick with us. I guess it's sort of akin to how they describe your life flashing before your eyes...glimpses of highlights. Well, when I think back to monumental moments in my years of enjoying video games, this will undoubtedly be one of the few.

    Ted Baker is chasing me, and as I feel the adrenaline coursing through me, I'm actually turning my head and looking back while running away. I'm hiding in a hallway, and I lean out to peek around the corner, making sure the coast is clear. I look down and over my shoulder as I'm descending a ladder into a pit of hell. I'm actually trapped in that godforsaken mansion in the bayou.

    I enjoyed every second of earning the platinum trophy on this work of art. I'll never forget it.    … Expand
  99. andrey1990
    Jan 28, 2019
    9
    Прошел игру с огромным интересом. Хотелось бы немного больше о сюжете, так как информации с ноутбуков и записок немного недостаточно на мой взгляд. Отдельно хочу отметить старуху в коляске. Невероятно продумано! (кто прошел до конца поймет)Прошел игру с огромным интересом. Хотелось бы немного больше о сюжете, так как информации с ноутбуков и записок немного недостаточно на мой взгляд. Отдельно хочу отметить старуху в коляске. Невероятно продумано! (кто прошел до конца поймет)
  100. t0mmyg
    Jun 21, 2017
    9
    This game is a return to form for Resident Evil. It feels very much like the original three titles, but achieves a far more frightening experience. The detail is incredible, the sound design is perfectly done and the game is soaked in atmosphere. I really felt like it was the perfect horror game experience. Play this game alone at night with either headphones or surround sound cranked upThis game is a return to form for Resident Evil. It feels very much like the original three titles, but achieves a far more frightening experience. The detail is incredible, the sound design is perfectly done and the game is soaked in atmosphere. I really felt like it was the perfect horror game experience. Play this game alone at night with either headphones or surround sound cranked up and you will be jumping out of your seat. It does a great job drawing inspiration from various horror movie styles, and balances some excellent in your face jump scares with the slow burning tension of subtle creaks and groans. Being that this title is more like the early resident evils the gameplay is more in the scouring of items, inventory management and exploration through expository story telling and puzzles than the actual combat. This is no gameplay tour de force like Resident Evil 4, If you go in expecting that you will be disapointed. It is clunky and slow paced on purpose. But what it does it does really well, namely drawing you into exploration and scaring your pants off. I felt the game had a perfect length as well, and some minor incentives to jump back in for a second play-through. All in all in my opinion exactly what the franchise needed. Side note I can only imagine what playing this alone at night in the dark with VR would be like.… Expand
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#18 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#4 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 96 out of 100
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. UploadVR
    Apr 23, 2017
    90
    Honestly, I don’t know if the world is ready for a game like Resident Evil 7: Biohazard in VR and that’s exactly what makes it so exhilarating.
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  2. App Trigger
    Apr 21, 2017
    90
    Whether played in VR or not, Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a thrilling game and it shouldn’t be missed. If you have the option to play the game with a PSVR, you should by all means do so. Regardless of how you play Resident Evil 7: biohazard, just be sure that you do because it is one of 2017’s finest releases and the constant stream of DLC keeps the nightmare alive.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Apr 2, 2017
    88
    Gets under your skin by erasing past frills and putting you eyeball to eyeball with a new world of horror. [March 2017, p.60]
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