Resident Evil 7: biohazard

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  1. ReeferMad
    Mar 18, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 will take your breath away. Literally. After a lapse in the series and lore with RE5 and RE6, Capcom's Biohazard reminds how much we love survival horror. RE:Biohazard is the latest and one of the greatest survival horror games to be created. The story, atmosphere, and solid gameplay make for a unique experience. Personally, the dread and excitement I felt constantlyResident Evil 7 will take your breath away. Literally. After a lapse in the series and lore with RE5 and RE6, Capcom's Biohazard reminds how much we love survival horror. RE:Biohazard is the latest and one of the greatest survival horror games to be created. The story, atmosphere, and solid gameplay make for a unique experience. Personally, the dread and excitement I felt constantly bombarded my rationale; trying to find the best method to the madness in this game. The game gets a 11 of atmosphere. This is a well produced game and the visuals are a treat to adore. The game is approachable to casual gamers and veterans of the series. My only gripes is that VR is obviously the definite experience as its the first AAA title to be brilliant and enhanced by VR. I feel the developers sacrificed some depth into gameplay and complexities of the story. I dragged out my experience and beat the game in 10 hours but it does have replay value as its always exciting to return to the Baker family (the villains). This is a game you will want to try on VR someday and one you want everyone you know to try out to feel absolute horror.

    I love this game and the even the DLC, while lacking some depth and being somewhat of a rehash of some levels and game mechanics and a bit "arcadish", is STILL better than most in that it feeds my craving for more environments and insight into the world and its characters. I love this game and highly recommend it. I can't wait to see whats in store for Resident Evil 8, I'm anticipation is killing.    … Expand
  2. Perdovoz
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    It's **** awesome! The great comeback of legendary series. The first person view give a new impression from classical survival mechanics and do it right. No doubt it's a true Resident Evil.
  3. NT200m
    Mar 17, 2017
    8
    i really like the game its a awesome game,awesome batlles,engine and a good story but i just dest like one little thing ,Resident Evil in the name that is not a Resident Evil they try to revive the origins but they just change all mecanics in the game and this is not like the first ones,its a new game and is not a Resindent Evil,the game is awesome but is not a Resident Evil
  4. TheGamerKnight
    Mar 17, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 is absolutely fantastic. After the last few underwhelming titles of the Resident Evil series, this completely changes the gameplay and focuses a lot more on horror. After the fantastic demo, I had very high expectations for this game, and it definitely delivered.

    The story is very compelling and interesting, the voice acting is great (for the most part), the combat is    Resident Evil 7 is absolutely fantastic. After the last few underwhelming titles of the Resident Evil series, this completely changes the gameplay and focuses a lot more on horror. After the fantastic demo, I had very high expectations for this game, and it definitely delivered.

    The story is very compelling and interesting, the voice acting is great (for the most part), the combat is heart-racing and teeth-wrenching, and there are clever nods to other characters from the franchise. Overall, one of the best horror games I've ever played.    … Expand
  5. 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
  6. TheParrradox
    Mar 15, 2017
    8
    A back to form. The initial hour felt a lot like P.T and I was a littled worried this would play a lot like Alien: Isolation or Outlast when I read other reviews that you have to run away from the Bakers throughout the game but the game very much turns into a traditional Resident Evil game after like 2 hours into the game. Great level design and boss encounters. Felt like I was playing theA back to form. The initial hour felt a lot like P.T and I was a littled worried this would play a lot like Alien: Isolation or Outlast when I read other reviews that you have to run away from the Bakers throughout the game but the game very much turns into a traditional Resident Evil game after like 2 hours into the game. Great level design and boss encounters. Felt like I was playing the original RE in first person mode. A step in the right direction and here is to hoping Capcom Up's their game even further and gives us something even better in the sequel.… Expand
  7. Frumpy544
    Mar 15, 2017
    10
    one of if not the best horror games of all time i was on the edge of my seat the entire game if i could get rid of all my knowledge just to experience it again i would 10/10
  8. yugonaraku
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Excelente juego! es el primer juego de Capcom que implemento muy bien la realidad virtual, todo es genial, los gráficos no son excelentes, pero están muy bien realizados y más con su nuevo ENGINE, el sistema de inmersión de la realidad virtual esta muy bien hecho, el ambiente es verdaderamente sorprendente, los sonidos, los BGM, el guión , los argumentos, la historia se sale de las rutinasExcelente juego! es el primer juego de Capcom que implemento muy bien la realidad virtual, todo es genial, los gráficos no son excelentes, pero están muy bien realizados y más con su nuevo ENGINE, el sistema de inmersión de la realidad virtual esta muy bien hecho, el ambiente es verdaderamente sorprendente, los sonidos, los BGM, el guión , los argumentos, la historia se sale de las rutinas de los primeros titulos de resident evil, un concepto muy bien desarrollado, espero que en los próximos títulos de resident evil, sigan haciéndolo en modalidad normal y modalidad VR. gracias CAPCOM por brindarnos mucha diversión.… Expand
  9. fborjas
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 is a really interesting comeback to the survival horror genre for Capcom. The game really transmits sensations that we did not feel for more than 10 years with this saga and that is worth admiring. May not be the best Resident Evil plot or the best characters, but the family of monsters that chases us throughout the game makes us keep the pulsations always high.
  10. Sceptic
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    I love the new direction.As with RE4( one of the best games ever made),a shift in direction brings Capcom back into the game.Yes,it's way too short and can feel like an extended demo but the future now looks bright for survival horror.Triple the length,add some more enemies and locations and the sequel has the potential to be a masterpiece!
  11. ZicX
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    Played it , a decent game .
    Not a **** 10 game , but also not a stupid 0 game.
    To many fanboys and haters in this forum
    If next resident evil follow this game lead it will got better and better.
  12. gtsrider9
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Im hard pressed to find something i didnt like about this game. I played in both VR and normal screen and the Vr mode was absolutely amazing, Ive read people saying it was glitchy in VR but I had no problems what so ever and the graphics were still amazing. I highly recomment VR if u can. Either way the first play through took me about 13 hours to complete. I didnt rush, i explored asIm hard pressed to find something i didnt like about this game. I played in both VR and normal screen and the Vr mode was absolutely amazing, Ive read people saying it was glitchy in VR but I had no problems what so ever and the graphics were still amazing. I highly recomment VR if u can. Either way the first play through took me about 13 hours to complete. I didnt rush, i explored as thats what i like to do. The gunplay was good,(even better in VR) graphics were a 10. This game feels like Resident Evil 1 except in 1st person. highly immersive, story was great, and scares aplenty. My wife couldnt even watch me play as she kept having near anxiety attacks. This is the resident evil Ive been waiting for for years. I wish there were more in common with the old characters and stories but from what i read it does tie in and the future free DLC with Chris Redfield will tie it together more. Cant wait to see what they have in store next. Amazing!!!… Expand
  13. GameCritic121
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    A wonderful return to form. Does it feel like Resident Evil? On a mechanical level, a resounding YES. On an aesthetic level, no (but I mean that in a good way...) This installment is a much grittier and much darker entry to the long-running franchise, bringing something new to a series that was in dire need of a breath of fresh air... The game brings in the best from modern horror gamingA wonderful return to form. Does it feel like Resident Evil? On a mechanical level, a resounding YES. On an aesthetic level, no (but I mean that in a good way...) This installment is a much grittier and much darker entry to the long-running franchise, bringing something new to a series that was in dire need of a breath of fresh air... The game brings in the best from modern horror gaming while seamlessly blending in classic elements that have been sorely missed. Keep doing your thing Capcom! I am extremely excited for the next entry!!! :)))… Expand
  14. WagnerPaivaBr
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    First things first: When I read Capcom was going back to their horror roots with REVII I thought "Yeah, right, fat chance..."

    I had no faith whatsoever in this game, but I bought it because I wanted a AAA game to play with my shinny PSVR headset. Well, that did not went well. After 2 hours playing the game in PSVR I decided I am too much of a coward to go through it, I almost died 5    First things first: When I read Capcom was going back to their horror roots with REVII I thought "Yeah, right, fat chance..."

    I had no faith whatsoever in this game, but I bought it because I wanted a AAA game to play with my shinny PSVR headset.
    Well, that did not went well.
    After 2 hours playing the game in PSVR I decided I am too much of a coward to go through it, I almost died 5 times of a heart attack.
    So, I put both away.
    Then, I had a plan: finish the game in normal mode, to know where the scares are, then do it again in VR.
    Well, first thing: the game is at least 50% less scary in normal mode, even playing in 49 inches 4K curve HDR TV.
    But, I got tell you guys, it is still scary, scream in horror scary.
    Now I am 7 hours into. That because I stop after for a rest, a brain rest mind you, cause the game is so well crafted that I fear it could drive me insane if I went right through it.
    When I was a teenager I played Silent Hill. And after finishing it, I had nightmares about it.
    I got say: I dreamed about RE7 4 times already, and the scenes, sounds and even music stay with me: it is a masterpiece.
    So, I think it is the most amazing horror game I ever played in my life, and no matter how much it sells, it is less than it deserves.

    One thing though: beware playing it in VR, it is almost dangerous if you have a heart condition.
    I am so amazed.    … Expand
  15. zisisaxl
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Easily the best resident evil game after resident evil 4. Fantastic atmosphere, great photorealistic graphics, excellent gameplay which combines stealth and action elements and great story. A must buy. Bravo capcom
  16. GAMERGUYCASUAL
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    This game, I mean where do I even start do I start at why the Baker family is trying to kill you who is the little girl do you die at the end. Well I am not going to spoil anything, but one thing I can tell you is that I have been a Resident Evil fan since Resident Evil 4 came out and I have to say this is my favorite Resident Evil. I suggest by any means necessary PLAY THIS GAME!!!!!!!!
  17. bellonman
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    After playing resident evil 7, I felt sad that it was over which is a sensation I don't feel a lot of the time with games. Resident evil 7 brings the series back to its roots in all of the right ways. The game play is tight and has a good amount of difficulty. The story and characters are engaging, except for the main characters. It can be crazy scary as well, which the series wasAfter playing resident evil 7, I felt sad that it was over which is a sensation I don't feel a lot of the time with games. Resident evil 7 brings the series back to its roots in all of the right ways. The game play is tight and has a good amount of difficulty. The story and characters are engaging, except for the main characters. It can be crazy scary as well, which the series was desperately in need of.… Expand
  18. maiyagygery
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 is a great comeback to survival horror genre after the failure of RE 6 as a survival horror game.
    It revived the series and maybe change the future of survival horror genre.
    RE 7 bring back the dark atmosphere, the what lurk in the shadow feelings, the tension, the item management, the scarce ammo etc. It's the most realistic looking game on PS4 for me. All i can say,    Resident Evil 7 is a great comeback to survival horror genre after the failure of RE 6 as a survival horror game.
    It revived the series and maybe change the future of survival horror genre.
    RE 7 bring back the dark atmosphere, the what lurk in the shadow feelings, the tension, the item management, the scarce ammo etc.
    It's the most realistic looking game on PS4 for me.
    All i can say, if you get this, buy the game. :D    … Expand
  19. vladode2015
    Mar 4, 2017
    1
    Мне игра вообще не понравилась. В игре с жанром хоррор я буду оценивать игру как хоррор, если мне не страшно, значит это игра полная фигня. К тому же в ней тупые Боссы, персонаж, который не чувствует боли. Меня эта игра разочаровалаМне игра вообще не понравилась. В игре с жанром хоррор я буду оценивать игру как хоррор, если мне не страшно, значит это игра полная фигня. К тому же в ней тупые Боссы, персонаж, который не чувствует боли. Меня эта игра разочаровала
  20. Potipokan
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Best RE ever made, short but awesome! Thanks for this CAPCOM you made a excelent JOB! Pra quem achou ruim façam melhor, porque isso é Resident Evil SIM PORRA! BIRLLLLLLLLL
  21. Bobaganoush
    Mar 3, 2017
    1
    I really tried to like this game, but sadly could not get over the utter disappointment with just about everything that this "reboot" of the RE series delivers. 
     
    As soon as I started it, I was completely thrown off by the extremely poor lip synchronization. In fact, it was like a train wreck — I couldn't stop staring and admiring how atrocious it was!  But that's nitpicking. So    I really tried to like this game, but sadly could not get over the utter disappointment with just about everything that this "reboot" of the RE series delivers. 
     
    As soon as I started it, I was completely thrown off by the extremely poor lip synchronization. In fact, it was like a train wreck — I couldn't stop staring and admiring how atrocious it was! 

    But that's nitpicking. So moving on, the game itself is aesthetically pleasing with very polished visuals. I must admit that the Baker's house looks great, and the first person view did not negatively impact the game for me. 

    But that's where the compliments end. The story is completely lacking and the characters are utterly forgettable. Aside from paying $60 to play, this game fails to give me any reason to continue playing. Rather than providing a plot, building on its characters and their back story, and escalating tension throughout the game, this entry to the series resorts to a non-existent plot and hollow characters. As for escalating tension featured in older RE games, this game resorts to jump scares, which are ineffective, predictable, and are utterly shallow. In fact, this makes the game rather dull and boring — unlike older entries in the RE services, where you are apprehensive when entering a new area, or going through an old area with a new item, slightly resenting what will happen next. Nope, this game takes that feature away for... BOO! And even those jump scares fall flat.

    All this aside though, the biggest disappointment of all is the game play. The game is extremely repetitive and features a dismal array of enemies.  Despite the illusion of freedom and the ability to walk around, It's practically on-rails game play, dictating what happens when, destroying any replayability.  The gun play is, at best, awkward. This, mixed with the lacking story and characters, makes you feel utterly disconnected to the game and made me question why am I playing this and why do I care. This makes the game boring and uninteresting.

    All of this, along with its lackluster 8 - 10 hours of game play, make this RE7 an underwhelming game and not worth the price    … Expand
  22. cassiano_u2
    Mar 2, 2017
    9
    A surprising game. It's a game you'll enjoy even if you don't like First Person based games (like me). The game has a fair difficulty (on Normal mode), good offer of in-game resources and never gets unfair. Good visuals, gameplay and environmental sounds that will crack your spine. Another good thing is the characters, specially the Baker family. They are the best villains of the series,A surprising game. It's a game you'll enjoy even if you don't like First Person based games (like me). The game has a fair difficulty (on Normal mode), good offer of in-game resources and never gets unfair. Good visuals, gameplay and environmental sounds that will crack your spine. Another good thing is the characters, specially the Baker family. They are the best villains of the series, along with Nemesis. It's a game anyone can't miss… Expand
  23. Err0rc0de
    Mar 2, 2017
    8
    The game is fun and exciting. It is not very scary (at least for me). The ending was disappointing, long, slow and bad. I would give the game 9 points if not the ending. Final boss fight was very short. The game is still good! Played it in 6-8 hours.
  24. ourtimehascome
    Mar 2, 2017
    2
    Resident Evil 7 strays so far from the lore of the series I have to ask why it has 'Resident Evil' stamped on it. It could literally be any other game. As an FPS survival horror, it takes too many of its influences and doesn't do enough with them. There isn't anything new here; just the same boring genre tropes you've seen many times before. The enemies have little variety and the gameplayResident Evil 7 strays so far from the lore of the series I have to ask why it has 'Resident Evil' stamped on it. It could literally be any other game. As an FPS survival horror, it takes too many of its influences and doesn't do enough with them. There isn't anything new here; just the same boring genre tropes you've seen many times before. The enemies have little variety and the gameplay is repetitive.

    The story and characters are cheap. They lack dimension and depth. With a plot and characters so thin, the game relies on its environment and horror. Unfortunately, the game fails most when it attempts to scare you. The only aspect of this game I enjoyed was the detail of the environment, but that isn't enough to keep me playing.    … Expand
  25. mikepatyaev
    Mar 1, 2017
    8
    It's very well made game. It's a little short and the final boss sucked, but all in all, it's a solid entry in the series and a pretty cool VR experience.
  26. Samyar91
    Mar 1, 2017
    10
    This game scared the **** out of me and bring me back when I was 7 and playing Resident Evil 1-2..excellent job by bringing back those memorable moment...the only thing that still bothers me is that I love 3rd person resident evil..I agree that doung re7 in first person was a great idea..but I hope that we see the nest re in 3rd person with our favorite characters like clair jill or chris-Leon..
  27. weskergamer
    Mar 1, 2017
    7
    Pretty good but still does not compare to the classics. The REEngine does not end up liking me and some puzzles are very simple. The same is still a good game of terror but it does not end up being a good Resident Evil for me.
  28. EDVMTH
    Mar 1, 2017
    10
    A game well done, with a combat involving defense and attack, never seen in an evil Resident aspects of defending enemy attacks, Surrounding world and charismatic characters. Thanks CAPCOM
  29. captainwinky87
    Feb 28, 2017
    8
    I was so excited when it was announced that CAPCOM announced they were working on another RESI so much that I pre ordered it from day one. I was super excited to hear that they were going back to the classic survival horror style rather than the action genre like RESI 6, I didn't really care when it was announced that it was going to be in first person, I liked that they have taken a lotI was so excited when it was announced that CAPCOM announced they were working on another RESI so much that I pre ordered it from day one. I was super excited to hear that they were going back to the classic survival horror style rather than the action genre like RESI 6, I didn't really care when it was announced that it was going to be in first person, I liked that they have taken a lot of inspiration from games like P.T or Amnesia I always knew the immersion would be intense so I wasn't to worried about it not being in 3rd person perspective.

    So is Resident Evil 7 any good?? The answer is yes & no, for me. Though the game started off very strong, reminiscent of the original in the mansion. Trying to survive the baker family was intense especially when playing on madhouse difficulty, the boss fights at the beginning of the game were great though I was very disappointed with the last 2 boss fights as it just felt lazy as the monsters just looked a mess graphically to the point i cringed. I also felt the story at the end dragged on longer than it needed to, the overall sound & voice acting in this game is excellent though Ethan character appears a little bland    … Expand
  30. Fawkboy
    Feb 28, 2017
    0
    Good game, bad character models. Couldn't help feeling that that detracted from the scare factor. Besides that very fun and exhilarating horror game. Definitely worth it for fans of the genre.
  31. Deano87
    Feb 27, 2017
    10
    Such a huge fan of Resident Evil and I have to congratulate Capcom on one of the best games I've played over the last few years. The detail using the VR is stunning and the gaming experience is like nothing else experienced before. Capcom have achieved something of a masterpiece!
  32. 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.
  33. 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
  34. 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
  35. quadratrix
    Feb 22, 2017
    4
    As an exploration game, Resident Evil 7 is good. The Baker's filthy house looks fantastic, and is interesting to explore - like Alien Isolation, Resident Evil 7 is best when nothing's happening. The problem is the action - gunplay and movement is treacle-like and ungainly and no fun at all. Boss fights are cramped, awkward, and require zero strategy. The 'moulded' enemies are few and farAs an exploration game, Resident Evil 7 is good. The Baker's filthy house looks fantastic, and is interesting to explore - like Alien Isolation, Resident Evil 7 is best when nothing's happening. The problem is the action - gunplay and movement is treacle-like and ungainly and no fun at all. Boss fights are cramped, awkward, and require zero strategy. The 'moulded' enemies are few and far between, come at you in ones and twos, and are very easy to take down. The main character, Ethan, is a complete blank with no discernible personality - as a result, you feel completely disconnected from the game, and more like a tourist. Most of all, Resident Evil 7 commits some unforgivable sins for the series - not difficult in the slightest, no tension, and boring. For me, Resident Evil 7 is the most disappointing and forgettable game in the series - even more so than RE6.… Expand
  36. Deidaraa
    Feb 21, 2017
    10
    What an awesome game, it's probably the best survival horror game that I ever played , it's scary, the story is amazing the puzzles are quite good too. Actually I was so amazed by this game that i decided to write my first review here. 10/10 would play again
  37. GamerJosh0137
    Feb 21, 2017
    7
    Let me start by telling the reader a little about my past with the RE franchise. I am 30 years old with 2 older brothers, the oldest of which is 10 years older. It was him that came back from the store with a Playstation, a new T.V and of coarse Resident Evil after getting his student loans and financial aide on march 25 or 26, 1996 :-). I I know the date only because it was a fewLet me start by telling the reader a little about my past with the RE franchise. I am 30 years old with 2 older brothers, the oldest of which is 10 years older. It was him that came back from the store with a Playstation, a new T.V and of coarse Resident Evil after getting his student loans and financial aide on march 25 or 26, 1996 :-). I I know the date only because it was a few days after RE's initial release in the U.S. We spent almost 13 hours straight playing it. That started my infatuation with the RE series. For some context, and I know most might disagree but as far as my favorite (I'm not saying its the BEST one, just my favorite) Resident Evil 2 has to be my favorite out of all of them. I was amazed it came with two discs to play as different characters, whose stories intertwine all throughout the game. I know, I know you aren't here to read about some punk's past with RE. I just want to give the reader some context. RE7 is definitely a return to RE's roots as a survival horror game. I must say I was super weary about RE7 being in first person but it really does a fantastic job of making the setting and enemies even more unsettling. Almost in the same way as the original. Like in the first few RE games, that third person perspective coupled with the tank controls made every corridor, and really long hallway super suspenseful, all because you simply couldn't see anything that was more than 5 or so feet from your character. The first person perspective works somewhat in the same way. That cone of vision is super limited, giving you a very uneasy feeling. I am not ashamed to admit that it is f@#king scary as all hell. Not just cheap jump scares either. I am talking 100% bonafide terrifying. One gripe I have, and I don't want to spoil anything for you here so I will be super vague, but it is really difficult at times knowing when you are supposed to fight or run. This lead to being very wasteful in terms of ammunition, and getting myself in really bad situations. You could say that it just lead to an even more cautious play style, but an annoyance none the less. I am not real sure about anyone else but for me using VR is the BEST way to play, and honestly could not see myself playing any other way. I'm shocked I haven't seen many people that was all that impressed with the VR gameplay. Anyway, if you are a long time RE fan I think you will like this one. Still not perfect, RE7 gets ever so closer to it's roots while being a much more modern take on the genre.… Expand
  38. 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.
  39. Adngel
    Feb 21, 2017
    0
    The game is too short, with few enemies variety, no extra modes, you can do very few things, it hasn't got coop nor multiplayer and the protagonist is quite dull (And more with the silly thing of conceal him all the game).

    Also it hasn't got what I like of a RE game, it hasn't got RE characters (and the characters it has got looks quite boring), This game is not related with the RE    The game is too short, with few enemies variety, no extra modes, you can do very few things, it hasn't got coop nor multiplayer and the protagonist is quite dull (And more with the silly thing of conceal him all the game).

    Also it hasn't got what I like of a RE game, it hasn't got RE characters (and the characters it has got looks quite boring), This game is not related with the RE games story, its story is boring and not moving, Nor it is any ground breaking game as the previous main RE games.

    Apart, it is not a 3rd person view, it keeps the first person all the time, the game neither has cinematics.

    I don't know why this has a Resident Evil title, it should have never come to my console.    … Expand
  40. 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
  41. Cletus
    Feb 19, 2017
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't know why people put 7 up on such a high pedestal. I can't say I had fun with it. It was really disappointing to me and felt so out of place. It looks and feels more like other franchises and less like its own. There are only a few remnants of Resident Evil in 7, and the most important and widely popular characteristics are abandoned simply to lure in more players primarily for the VR experience. Just because it's now more horror than action doesn't mean it feels any more like Resident Evil by any stretch of the imagination. People say that if you weren't given the titles of 4-6, you wouldn't know they were RE games. If you're gonna go with that argument, then I'll just say that if you weren't given the title of 7, you would have no idea that it was an RE game. Absolutely none. There's nothing that deems it as such until you read important documents. Sure, it has item management, limited resources, and a few puzzles, but that's not what makes a Resident Evil game.

    The atmosphere and horror are completely different. It's more gory than scary. Most of the horror consists of jump scares that only get you if you're off guard. They attack all your senses in a cheap, lazy way. I feel like they spent more time on the aesthetic and less on the story. The setting has remarkable detail but the story itself lacks many crucial details. The type of horror in the previous Resident Evils is convincing. It attacks all your senses in such a way that even the music makes you feel vulnerable. Makes your skin crawl without the presence of a malevolent being. You just know your impending doom. Not once did I feel this way in 7. You didn't have many chances to just be by yourself. There was always a Baker all up in your grill. Not to mention they're **** INVINCIBLE. I'm not a fan of feeling completely powerless in a video game. I want to feel like I have the upper hand at least sometimes. After all, it is SURVIVAL horror. How do you survive against literally indestructible beings? Don't worry, it's all scripted anyway. They **** off after a while. The only time you feel like you have the upper hand is when you face the molded, the most unoriginal, least scary creatures I've ever seen in a Resident Evil game.

    An argument I'm sick of hearing: "RE was initially intended to be first person," I'm well aware. But the fact is, it wasn't first person. It was fixed camera, and I'm glad it was. We got what we got, and fans have familiarized themselves with it for years. It's not about what could have been or what was originally intended, it's about what was actually delivered to us in the end that counts. And we ate it up. First person was only utilized a few times. And in those instances, they were never successful and easily forgotten. I can see why this one would be successful no doubt, because they made it work better than the other times they've tried it, but it hardly feels part of the RE universe anymore. A game can't abandon all established characteristics and still remain part of a franchise. It doesn't work like that. That's when it becomes something new entirely. That's why Devil May Cry is a thing.

    RE doesn't need to have original characters to be an RE game, but look at the ones that didn't have original characters and weren't part of the main series. Like Dead Aim and Outbreak. Swept under the carpet and easily forgotten. Barely part of the lore, but still titled as RE games. I feel like if 7 hadn't been an addition to the main story and didn't have a returning character, it would be swept under the carpet with the rest. Not like any of the characters are particularly interesting up until that point anyway. They are if you enjoy horror tropes. Literally. Just horror movie cliches and blatant rip-offs. Anyway, I can respect the audience that 7 drew in, because I know a lot of people dig this type of **** but I do not. I hope everyone else got what they wanted out of it. :) I'll be waiting for the RE2 remake.    … Expand
  42. 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
  43. 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
  44. slim1985
    Feb 18, 2017
    10
    best RE stroy since RE2, capcom did well with this one after struggling with RE5 and RE6, i loved the atmosphere, story, gameplay, classical elements like puzzles and scarce resources, interesting characters and amazing graphics.
    #thxcapcom
    #capcomisback
  45. dzimmerman
    Feb 18, 2017
    0
    This game is a sorry excuse for a AAA game produced by Capcom, one of the greatest in the industry. After automatically downloading a new add-on dlc this week, the game crashes every time before I am even able to get to the menu, keep in mind I have tried erasing it and redownloading, nothing works, Not only that, multiple friends are having the same issue. This game has a game breakingThis game is a sorry excuse for a AAA game produced by Capcom, one of the greatest in the industry. After automatically downloading a new add-on dlc this week, the game crashes every time before I am even able to get to the menu, keep in mind I have tried erasing it and redownloading, nothing works, Not only that, multiple friends are having the same issue. This game has a game breaking bug that makes it so you can't even play. Unacceptable for the 90 dollars I spent on it. Currently in a dispute with Sony over a refund request, Buy this game at your own risk.… Expand
  46. 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
  47. 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
  48. 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!
  49. roundtablegamer
    Feb 15, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Review
    ICE, Gamers of the Round Table
    Capcom is back with another installment of the Resident Evil franchise, taking the series back to its roots of survival horror. Does this installment live up to its origins or does it feel more like an action game? Story: In Resident Evil 7: Biohazard you play a character named Ethan who goes searching for his missing    Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Review
    ICE, Gamers of the Round Table

    Capcom is back with another installment of the Resident Evil franchise, taking the series back to its roots of survival horror. Does this installment live up to its origins or does it feel more like an action game?

    Story: In Resident Evil 7: Biohazard you play a character named Ethan who goes searching for his missing wife Mia; she has been missing for three years in Louisiana. Upon your arrival in Louisiana, you encounter a psychotic family named the Bakers, but there is a dark secret behind their driven madness. Your goal is to save Mia and escape the Baker mansion.

    Gameplay: Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is a first person psychological survival horror game. You go around exploring the Baker mansion and the grounds, collecting items like antique coins, keys for certain doors, exploring puzzles, and fighting off the molded (enemy type) with weapons from handguns to grenade launchers. This is the only the beginning of the game; you never know what is going to be around the corner. Filled with many jump scares and psychological horror, you will beg for the game to be over. Each baker family member is a boss fight but they are not too difficult which is nice, and as you get farther into the game you dig deeper into finding out what is behind their madness, discovering that things are not always what they seem.

    Conclusion: Resident Evil 7: Biohazard delivers a punch when it comes to the horror; from the classic feel of a messed up house, things moving around and hearing sounds, the puzzles, finding hidden rooms where someone may be kept prisoner, in no way does this game fall short. It is worth the eight hours of your time.
    Resident Evil 7 Biohazard: 9/10
    Good Job Capcom.
    To rent or buy Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, go to gameaccess.ca    … Expand
  50. ifoundausername
    Feb 13, 2017
    0
    This looks ok, but as soon as I saw the lady speaking and her mouth was not anywhere near in sync with her words, I was instantly drawn out of the experience and wanted to hate the game.

    If any UX peeps from the design team are reading (lol yeah right..but they should be curating user review feedback, hire me I'll show you how it's done), I really think that if you concentrated on    This looks ok, but as soon as I saw the lady speaking and her mouth was not anywhere near in sync with her words, I was instantly drawn out of the experience and wanted to hate the game.

    If any UX peeps from the design team are reading (lol yeah right..but they should be curating user review feedback, hire me I'll show you how it's done), I really think that if you concentrated on nailing the realism of the mouth movements first, then move on to body movement you'll get further, quicker. What I mean is that mouth and word sync has been a problem for almost every game since day one. Some games killed it like LA NOIRE and some others but not this one. I really feel that the realism comes from it being undistracting. You can add all the cool monsters and shock scares you want, but if the cut scene lip sync is wrong, the user is decoupled from the immersion and realizes that they are ONLY playing a game.
    My 2 cents (I think worth a million dollars in revenue... but what do i know right?)    … Expand
  51. nOmiWarriOr
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    I was really unsure about RE7 when I found out it was switching to first person (having always been a third person gamer) you have proved me wrong though: RE7 is a beautifully atmospheric game that any long time fan will love, the first person view works very well and I can't wait to see where the series is heading. Well done guys, fantastic game
  52. AceSaga
    Feb 13, 2017
    1
    This game is Sucks.

    Now I can say the franchise "Resident Evil" is dead. In a series of games about zombies, mutants, bioharard etc, added paranormal activities. Seriously, Capcom?! I think that you have decided to make a clone Outlast or Silent Hills. Great job! What we have as a result? Boring boss fights. Only one kind of enemy, lol! With a series binding only mention of Umbrella.    This game is Sucks.

    Now I can say the franchise "Resident Evil" is dead. In a series of games about zombies, mutants, bioharard etc, added paranormal activities. Seriously, Capcom?! I think that you have decided to make a clone Outlast or Silent Hills. Great job!
    What we have as a result? Boring boss fights. Only one kind of enemy, lol! With a series binding only mention of Umbrella. Don't waste your money and time.    … Expand
  53. 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
  54. 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
  55. 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
  56. 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
  57. 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
  58. BacchusPlays
    Feb 10, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What started out as something quite fresh quickly goes in the opposite direction. First I'll praise Capcom for bringing the game play that made Outlast, Alien Isolation and a few others successfully redefine survival horror. It works very well here in first person and is a great fit for Resident Evil. Unfortunately, they play it safe. The middle section and the ending ruin what could have been something new. A few later boss battles are terrible with the boss designs utterly stupid looking compared to Mia, Jack and Marguerite (who by the way end up joining your side.. what way to diminish the atmosphere). Along with some weak level layouts (besides the house), we also get a drawn out section on a boat that somehow manages to end up in the swamp and an option to make a choice that only changes one scene in the game at the end. If you want to experience the story make sure to play on easy mode as the enemies are less bullet sponges. Graphics are terrific and sound design is really well done but nothing can save it from ultimately being a major let down by the end in the story department where it ties into Umbrella and Chris Redfield making an appearance. Bit late to the party don't ya think Chris? I'd have rather seen Ethan and Mia escape in his half damaged Dodge Challenger. I really was expecting something new and fresh and leaving behind the old characters from the past. Would have been a much better game if they had taken the chance. Overall a let down for me personally. Didn't play it VR so no comment there.… Expand
  59. Sirknightchase
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    This is one of the best Resident Evils I've played in years. The attention to the atmosphere keeps you on edge all the time. The characters are disturbing, creepy, funny, and enjoyable. The story keeps you interested just trying to figure out what's going on. The guns follow a nice classic Resident Evil, handguns, shotguns, etc; It's satisfying blowing enemies heads off. However,This is one of the best Resident Evils I've played in years. The attention to the atmosphere keeps you on edge all the time. The characters are disturbing, creepy, funny, and enjoyable. The story keeps you interested just trying to figure out what's going on. The guns follow a nice classic Resident Evil, handguns, shotguns, etc; It's satisfying blowing enemies heads off. However, that's where this game falls short a little. The enemies are extremely bland. The boss fights, while some are fun, others fall short. The last boss can be slightly disappointing. All in all, I highly recommend trying this game for yourself.

    Positives:
    Good character design
    Guns are classics, and still enjoyable
    Multiple ways to play through the game

    Negatives:
    Enemies fall short on design
    Lack of variety
    Backtracking    … Expand
  60. 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
  61. Bigredbearded
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    A truly fantasic, well polished, triple A horror mastwepiece. Horror hasnt been hitting well recently and this game delivers above the call of..um Ill stop there, you get it. This game truly nails survival horror and captures atmosphere in a wayway i havent seen before. I truly felt as though i was in that wretched house. I look forward to the game of the year edition with all the dlc inA truly fantasic, well polished, triple A horror mastwepiece. Horror hasnt been hitting well recently and this game delivers above the call of..um Ill stop there, you get it. This game truly nails survival horror and captures atmosphere in a wayway i havent seen before. I truly felt as though i was in that wretched house. I look forward to the game of the year edition with all the dlc in about 2 years. Ill absolutely revisit the mansion.… Expand
  62. rolodt40
    Feb 9, 2017
    8
    This is good, not great but still very good. It's a fair 8 out of 10. It has its moments and it has its mistakes. Maybe with less tricky boss battles and not that obvious puzzles resolutions, it would have been a 9 or 10.
  63. gamer-oo7
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil is an original horror . it is not just a solid game , it is a great comeback for capcom after3-disappointed parts of the series . who can't love a game gives all elements which true gamer want ( horror - survival - action - puzzles - story ) . If you have a list of masterpieces , you should add this one to it
  64. Tater0322
    Feb 8, 2017
    6
    I feel like this game is just a clock tower/haunting grounds mix with resident evils name stamped on it. It's not bad but really lacks that true resident evil feel. Enemies become very boring since they use the same ones over and over and the boss fights are the worst. I also just hate first person especially in this franchise. If I wouldn't had had the opportunity to play this in V.R. II feel like this game is just a clock tower/haunting grounds mix with resident evils name stamped on it. It's not bad but really lacks that true resident evil feel. Enemies become very boring since they use the same ones over and over and the boss fights are the worst. I also just hate first person especially in this franchise. If I wouldn't had had the opportunity to play this in V.R. I don't know if I would have given it the score I did. I usually replay these games all of the time since the original came out and I don't think this game has any sort of replay value. Not really the direction I was hoping for.… Expand
  65. 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.
  66. 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.
  67. 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
  68. AsaZimbabwe
    Feb 7, 2017
    8
    Thoroughly enjoyed it, my favorite RE since 4. A few setbacks: did not love the clown/puzzle/birthday cake stage, found it mostly annoying and out of place. Also a bit frustrating getting forced to play as other characters that lack your ammo & weapon upgrades. Otherwise overall I felt this was a great return for RE. Gorgeous & spooky locations, intensely fun action, worthwhileThoroughly enjoyed it, my favorite RE since 4. A few setbacks: did not love the clown/puzzle/birthday cake stage, found it mostly annoying and out of place. Also a bit frustrating getting forced to play as other characters that lack your ammo & weapon upgrades. Otherwise overall I felt this was a great return for RE. Gorgeous & spooky locations, intensely fun action, worthwhile collectibles, decent upgrade system, beautiful & haunting...… Expand
  69. DSK
    Feb 7, 2017
    1
    oh my god...this is not resident evil.
    story is terrible and felt like cheap Hollywood horror movies...I mean cmon guys even the resident evil 6 has a better story than 7 !!!
    and another thing its not scary at all...its just sooo predictable.
  70. 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.
  71. Dozangames
    Feb 7, 2017
    3
    Resident Evil la casita en la playa. ese debería haber sido el nombre de este juego, pero creo que no hace suficiente merito en historia para ser un resdient evil como tal. las mecánicas están bien y es un comienzo muy novedoso. pero no vale la pena por el precio que esta ahora en steam. ( no pienso que el juego sea malo si no que cumple solamente, no destaca en lo que me importa a mi "laResident Evil la casita en la playa. ese debería haber sido el nombre de este juego, pero creo que no hace suficiente merito en historia para ser un resdient evil como tal. las mecánicas están bien y es un comienzo muy novedoso. pero no vale la pena por el precio que esta ahora en steam. ( no pienso que el juego sea malo si no que cumple solamente, no destaca en lo que me importa a mi "la saga resident evil)… Expand
  72. 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!
  73. 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
  74. Vandus
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Honestly do not understand the negative reviews this game has gotten so far. It's a perfect tribute to older style Resident Evil games in which inventory management, suspense, limited resources and an unnerving story creates a complete experience that draws you in. I do agree that certain characters such as Ethan and Mia are a bit dry from time to time in both delivery and overarchingHonestly do not understand the negative reviews this game has gotten so far. It's a perfect tribute to older style Resident Evil games in which inventory management, suspense, limited resources and an unnerving story creates a complete experience that draws you in. I do agree that certain characters such as Ethan and Mia are a bit dry from time to time in both delivery and overarching development, but this is made up for by the wonderfully constructed Baker Family and their plantation homestead which takes the cake as one of the most creepily constructed video game locations of this generation. If you're a fan of classic Resident Evil or just looking for an excellent mix of horror and suspense in your game then I can't recommend enough that you pick this one up for a try.… Expand
  75. daikiaomini
    Feb 6, 2017
    0
    bom sempre fui fan da franquia de quase todas sinceramente daria 10 em quase todas tirando esse, bom minha critica foi sobre muitos erros vindo desse jogo quase todos os jogos melhoraram a jogabilidade dos personagens foi mundando para melhor todos mais esse foi para tras em todos sentidos nao vi nada de novidade boa nele a capcom sempre trouxe alguma coisa boa sempre indo para frente combom sempre fui fan da franquia de quase todas sinceramente daria 10 em quase todas tirando esse, bom minha critica foi sobre muitos erros vindo desse jogo quase todos os jogos melhoraram a jogabilidade dos personagens foi mundando para melhor todos mais esse foi para tras em todos sentidos nao vi nada de novidade boa nele a capcom sempre trouxe alguma coisa boa sempre indo para frente com as franquias eu senti isso mais esse jogo é um filme de terror nada mais se tirar os baus e os saves vira um filme de terror e eu prefiro muito mais comprar um filme do que um jogo assim desculpa capcom vacilo nessa mais a a venda que manda entao sou so mais um critico… Expand
  76. 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.
  77. C-Pu
    Feb 6, 2017
    6
    6/5 stars for this game? 10/10s? Scores of 100? "Masterpiece", "instant classic", "Scariest game ever".
    What??? Just what...? I dont think we have played the same game at all.
    In fact, the whole review section of RE7 is just filled with lies. How can these "critics" sleep at night, knowing that they have given such misinformation to consumers? SHAME! SHAME! SHAME! This game is 6/10 at    6/5 stars for this game? 10/10s? Scores of 100? "Masterpiece", "instant classic", "Scariest game ever".
    What??? Just what...? I dont think we have played the same game at all.
    In fact, the whole review section of RE7 is just filled with lies. How can these "critics" sleep at night, knowing that they have given such misinformation to consumers? SHAME! SHAME! SHAME!

    This game is 6/10 at most and heres why its only that, without any fanboyism or bias added:
    -First of all, this game is not scary, unless you use VR and see the hideous face models of the NPCs up in your face, which seems to be their sole way of trying to scare you. This game is nothing compared to Outlast or even Alien: Isolation.
    -Its extremely scripted to the point that it destroys all replay value and its even less scary in future playthroughs, if for some reason you have nothing better to do...
    -There are only a few varieties of a single enemy type with just a few attack patterns. And also, you can just skip these said enemies all together by just running past them, removing all danger they pose as they become more of an annoyance than a threat after a while. They cant even go through doors for **** sake...
    -The item management is abysmal and taken too far, you will be spending more time playing Tetris with your inventory or backtracking to a safe house to throw your junk away, than being terrified. Like really?
    -The movement and gun play is slow and sluggish, and possibly made intentionally to not make VR users throw up. It almost feels like tank controls in first person...
    -Theres only a few boss fights and oh... my... god, that last boss fight is just terribad, never have i seen such a bad boss encounter. Its even worse than Ndesu in RE5 if you can believe it...
    -The graphics are above average at best, the level design is great due to the small areas but the textures on all the clutter can be downright fugly. Photorealistic like advertised? Nope.
    -The game is short, clocking from 5-8 hours on the first run, and the two endings are so extremely similar to each other that theres NO point doing a replay, especially since everything is scripted. The game banks on you replaying its short story over and over and over again without any incentive for you to do so. Sure, Madhouse mode adds few changes in there, such as limited saves, but its still the same game in the core. And predictable.
    -The game is SP only, not even Co-op of any sort included.
    -This game has almost nothing to do with Resident Evil, its a VR tech demo with Resident Evil stamped on it. Kawata said they were going to go back to the "roots" of RE, well this is not it. Just because they slapped inventory management or herbs in there, doesnt make it a Resident Evil game.
    -And ofc... the DLC practices are **** as usual(Capcom man...), cutting up the game and serving it to us for 10€ a piece after a week is simply not acceptable, especially since the game is so short and desperately needed new modes or missions. These sort of game modes used to be given to us for free after beating the original game. Remember Mercenaries? Now thats called Nightmare except its worse than Mercenaries and it costs 10 bucks thank you very much! Corporate commander thanks you.

    Also as a side note... Wtf is up with the story? Its full of holes and loose ends near the end that make no sense and never get answered, almost like it was just pushed out quick to meet a deadline. Lets be real here, they are probably just saving all that for DLC because... more money?

    I could just go on and on and on, this game makes no sense on so many levels...

    Anyway... the game is not worth 60€$£ at all, at best it shouldve been 30-40. It almost feels like it was going to be 40 but the suits said "Oh yea its in VR...add another 20 in there", lets call it a... VR tax.
    Wait till its on sale and then get it when it has more content and value for your money.

    I get that RE fans have been waiting for a better RE game since 4... but this game is NOT the masterpiece some people make it out to be, its above average game at best. Dont trust those sources that tell you this game is anything above 7/10 because its not, those people let their fanboyism blind their judgement.
    Either that, or they just have insanely low standards and are just not trustworthy at all.

    If this review saves at least one persons hard earned money then iam happy, spend it on something you enjoy longer and has more bang for your buck than this mediocre Haunted House 7: The Item Management game.    … Expand
  78. Gaderas
    Feb 6, 2017
    10
    This is a true Resident Evil title and it's absolutely as good as the original trilogy if not better. Facts & arguments:

    + Survival-horror is actually back with a decent mix of action! + Item management is back as well. You need to carefully decide on which items you should at certain points. + The original level design (spooky mansions, underground passages, laboratories) and map    This is a true Resident Evil title and it's absolutely as good as the original trilogy if not better. Facts & arguments:

    + Survival-horror is actually back with a decent mix of action!
    + Item management is back as well. You need to carefully decide on which items you should at certain points.
    + The original level design (spooky mansions, underground passages, laboratories) and map interconnectivity (a very good one) is here.
    + After a long time, the puzzles are back! There could be more of them, but I was happy with what I've encountered, as they seemed really logically placed.
    + Story-line is still based on the same themes - bio viruses and secret organizations.
    + Classic RE weapons are present, bosses are cool - especially Jack - a video game manifestation of T-1000. The last boss could've been better, but it did not ruin the game experience in any way.
    + The enemies (despite the small variety) are challenging and terrifying, also the dismembering physics is a great add on.
    + The game has a big replayability factor with different modes (and a free story DLC coming up in Spring).

    In my book it was RE 3: Nemesis as the last true RE game, afterwards the series lost it's appeal as a survival horror game. Though RE 4 was a good action game, it was a big departure gameplay/story wise from the main series and could've been titled as a spin-off (if RE 5 hadn't come out). Resident Evil 7 is a great comeback, a true sequel to longtime RE fans. It's very immersive, really fun, hard (on mad house difficulty), it uses classic RE formula, but enhances it with it's modern changes (great engine, first person view, a new twist in the story). After I finished RE 7, I decided to revisit RE2 & RE3 (since I played the RE1 remake not so long ago) and now I'd even dare to say that this title can truly tie for being the best RE to date.    … Expand
  79. 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
  80. lfcakewalk
    Feb 5, 2017
    10
    A real gem with some flaws in the genre of horror games. Best VR game so far. I believe that even years after, "Baker's house" will still be mentioned as one of the best game scenarios in the history of video game.
  81. 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.
  82. 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.
  83. GamergodsFail
    Feb 5, 2017
    9
    As a quality survival horror game, Resident Evil 7 is an enormous success. It is both scary and challenging, encouraging you to avoid most enemies to preserve ammo and meds for when you really need it. I've also never found a single glitch or framerate drop in it. It is the best survival horror game I've played in years.

    As a Resident Evil game, it is mostly still a success. Even though    As a quality survival horror game, Resident Evil 7 is an enormous success. It is both scary and challenging, encouraging you to avoid most enemies to preserve ammo and meds for when you really need it. I've also never found a single glitch or framerate drop in it. It is the best survival horror game I've played in years.

    As a Resident Evil game, it is mostly still a success. Even though there are hardly any real connections to the rest of the series, it really plays like an old-school Resident Evil game for the most part, just with a first person angle. That was Capcom's real priority, was the gameplay and bringing it back to its roots of survival.    … Expand
  84. 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
  85. GentlemenSniper
    Feb 5, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 Biohazard is a great game! It brings back the horror and creepyness from the first game. I can just say that this is a treu Resident Evil game! I think it's fantastic!!!
  86. 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
  87. 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
  88. Sitting
    Feb 4, 2017
    10
    Awesome game in VR mode ! The revolution is now. The immersion is great ! We can feel the fear !!!
    Thanks capcom for this moment. Fantastic experience.

    Instant Classic
  89. archonome
    Feb 4, 2017
    10
    I'm a fan of resident evil. I have played it since 1997. My favorites were RE1,2,3 and Code Veronica. I did NOT like the direction of RE4 in terms of gameplay(the lore was still there). I hated RE5 and RE6 where I felt they had changed the purpose of the game and took the story completely in a different direction.

    Now comes Resident Evil 7. I am so delighted and I have a new found    I'm a fan of resident evil. I have played it since 1997. My favorites were RE1,2,3 and Code Veronica. I did NOT like the direction of RE4 in terms of gameplay(the lore was still there). I hated RE5 and RE6 where I felt they had changed the purpose of the game and took the story completely in a different direction.

    Now comes Resident Evil 7. I am so delighted and I have a new found respect for Capcom.

    The story is awesome. It's not your "american horror story texas chainsaw massacre". In fact, it is actually JUST as Resident Evil 1... it's actually a conspiracy plot.

    You could tell that they did everything they could to study the older Resident Evils and find out what artistic elements made them what they were: Art. This shows big time from: The way the story progresses, the perfect balance of shooting without going into excess like Evil within did, great atmosphere, files and diaries you read to uncover the plot yourself, the item lockbox, the save rooms, the well-made puzzles, herbs for healing, the environments that were reminiscent of RE(they paid homage to the Main Hall of the Mansion from RE1 by making a similar main entrance), terrifying scenes, etc etc

    The only Con? The game is too short. I took my time and finished in 8 hours. But hey... I rather have a short game that is excellent than a long game that is a crappy attempt at pleasing the action crowd.

    Look. I am HARD to please. I rarely play video games. I only play one or two games a year and this game HAS SURPASSED my expectations as a Hardcore RE1,2,3 fan.

    Thank you capcom!!! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO YOUR FANS    … Expand
  90. kotsios
    Feb 4, 2017
    10
    its a very well crafted game as a hardcore re fan this game leaves me sattisfied i didnt liked the first person camera and the setting but the atmospere and the games texture reminds me the good old games that i loved. p.s if you are a hardcore re fan buy it at any cost if u are not dont bother even play it
  91. ovoVLAD
    Feb 4, 2017
    9
    I had a great experience playing this game. Its different and its fresh. The series has a lot more potential now. I truly believe the players who do not like this game have yet to play it. Some are probably scared about the new look and by that i mean a HORROR game in first person. Totally different and not everybody can handle that.
  92. 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
  93. LordNord
    Feb 4, 2017
    9
    I enjoy this game. My favorite are Resi 1,2,3 and Zero but this episode is good too. Because little bit old little bit new and little bit shooter little bit puzzle. It's a good mixture for all players.
  94. 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
  95. mboehm88
    Feb 3, 2017
    10
    I'd give this more of a 9.5, but rounding up to a 10 for this review. The game is absolutely incredible if you're a fan of horror games and, of course, Resident Evil. I don't agree with the negative reviews saying this doesn't feel like Resident Evil. True, it doesn't feel like the most recent ones but it DEFINITELY has an RE 1 feel to it which I prefer quite a bit. This game is actuallyI'd give this more of a 9.5, but rounding up to a 10 for this review. The game is absolutely incredible if you're a fan of horror games and, of course, Resident Evil. I don't agree with the negative reviews saying this doesn't feel like Resident Evil. True, it doesn't feel like the most recent ones but it DEFINITELY has an RE 1 feel to it which I prefer quite a bit. This game is actually scary as hell! In fact, I'd definitely say this is the scariest Resident Evil game that has been made.

    While I've seen a lot of negative reviews harp on the first person mode being too big a departure for them, I'd say it actually helps the series quite a bit over the third person mode. It feels more fresh & it definitely makes the experience a lot scarier. The Baker's are an absolutely awesome enemy but one of the reasons I'd give this a 9.5 instead of a 10, is that I wish there was more enemy variety. The molded are cool and all, but they do get old after awhile and there are only 4 different types of Molded so you learn their ins and outs pretty quickly. Even adding one or two more enemy types would have been very welcome.

    The enemy types are probably my biggest complaint over all but in the grand scheme of things, it didn't affect my enjoyment of the playthrough that drastically. The story was phenomenal, the graphics are pretty unreal & the game, as a whole, is incredible compared to RE 5 & 6. I'm excited to see where this takes Capcom moving forward with Resident Evil, but I'm really glad I spent the $$ on this one!    … Expand
  96. 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
  97. Jalmerk
    Feb 3, 2017
    5
    Resident Evil 7 is a solid, well polished first person horror game, but unfortunately it doesn't really have an original thought in it. The influences are clear, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Evil Dead and P.T. being the most obvious ones. The game starts off quite strongly with some good tension building, but by the end all of that is lost as the game starts feeling more and more like a lowResident Evil 7 is a solid, well polished first person horror game, but unfortunately it doesn't really have an original thought in it. The influences are clear, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Evil Dead and P.T. being the most obvious ones. The game starts off quite strongly with some good tension building, but by the end all of that is lost as the game starts feeling more and more like a low budget throwaway horror flick.

    You're still better off playing Outlast or Amnesia in my opinion.    … Expand
  98. Mannar
    Feb 3, 2017
    8
    The game is amazing! I think this is my favorite horror game to date. Story was really good, good characters. The only reason I gave it 8/10, cause of almost day 1 dlc.
  99. 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
  100. MovieVerdict
    Feb 2, 2017
    10
    I never thought I would say this when I picked it up, but this game is **** amazing. If you are in to horror or survival games at all whatsoever, do yourself a favor and pick this baby up.
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#18 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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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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