Resident Evil 7: biohazard

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  1. ctn1187
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    The game is not very long, so I took one point off for that. However, this is how survival horror should be done. The game is legit scary and does a lot of things so well. 10/10 will play again.
  2. Prrgangsta
    Jan 26, 2017
    6
    So the reviews I have been seeing are either praising the game or hating but i was more in the middle. The game does what it promised and returned to its roots of horror and item management. That is where the game succeeds in true RE fashion.

    The areas where it falters are its mediocre plot and predictable and easy enemies. I also think the game was not worth the $70 ($100 if you got    So the reviews I have been seeing are either praising the game or hating but i was more in the middle. The game does what it promised and returned to its roots of horror and item management. That is where the game succeeds in true RE fashion.

    The areas where it falters are its mediocre plot and predictable and easy enemies. I also think the game was not worth the $70 ($100 if you got the pass) if i am going to be honest. Luckily I was able to borrow my friends copy and beat it in 8 hours, which is a normal length for most games but has low replayability. It also wouldn't have hurt to have more modes like mercenaries.

    All in all an ok game but it is just not worth the amount they are asking for. Rent or borrow if possible.    … Expand
  3. Joellemm
    Jan 26, 2017
    6
    Never really enjoyed the Resident Evil games, but this one didn't look much like them. Its truly a survival horror. Its truly scary (most of the time). The world has been designed with such detail, and with great graphics, its impossible to not to explore; which you are rewarded for doing so. Most criticisms are towards the plot, which is a little over-elaborate for a game that is at itsNever really enjoyed the Resident Evil games, but this one didn't look much like them. Its truly a survival horror. Its truly scary (most of the time). The world has been designed with such detail, and with great graphics, its impossible to not to explore; which you are rewarded for doing so. Most criticisms are towards the plot, which is a little over-elaborate for a game that is at its best, when its at its most subtle, yet the plot at least provides some gratifying moments.

    The main issue is that the game loses its footing, feeling rushed and poorly designed in the later stages. For a short game, that personally offers little replay value, I'm frustrated by these weaker sequences, which are unforgiveable for the game's price and short length. The clearest representation of the game's decline in quality, are the boss fights, which initially feel uniquely real, get laughably bad by the end. There are also a lot of little issues which constantly dissipated any tension, such as doors closing without an animation (something I'm now used to seeing in games), or scary bits always being presented as cut scene. These make it feel less of an immersive and personal experience.    … Expand
  4. dbl219
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    As an old-school Resident Evil fan who was brought up on games like RE1 and RE2, Nemesis and Code Veronica, this game was a true return to form -- a AAA-class iteration on Nakanishi's already-firm grasp of the classic Resident Evil formula, as demonstrated by his excellent spin-off game, Resident Evil: Revelations. It's honestly my favorite Resident Evil game since RE2.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    I, for one, am confident in the Resident Evil series moving forward under Nakanishi's leadership. I can't wait to check out the DLC, and to see where the series goes from here    … Expand
  5. FightMilk
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    wa wa wa this isn't a normal resident evil game, i'm gona send an angry letter to capcom written on the tissue I used to wipe my tears. Why do these fanboys care so much that it has the RE title? The fact that they are so salty swayed my vote from around an 8 to a 10. If you couldn't see from the demo or trailer that this wasn't a standard RE game that just baffles me, in fact i'm surewa wa wa this isn't a normal resident evil game, i'm gona send an angry letter to capcom written on the tissue I used to wipe my tears. Why do these fanboys care so much that it has the RE title? The fact that they are so salty swayed my vote from around an 8 to a 10. If you couldn't see from the demo or trailer that this wasn't a standard RE game that just baffles me, in fact i'm sure you never played it at all and are just bitter that it isn't the generic RE game you're used to.

    The game mechanics weren't the best with the tedious inventory management i'll admit that but the atmosphere created through visual and audio attention to detail had my skin crawling the entire game. Maybe not the best resident evil game but certainly the scariest in my opinion.    … Expand
  6. Strumbore
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    **** Leon, Chris, and Jill. What the hell is "memorable" about them? What is either of their defining traits? I DARE YOU to name a single one! "Bad puns" 'aint gonna cut it because both male leads have infamous (and interchangeable) one-liners, courtesy of cheesy tone and bad translation. Claire and Jill have all the personality of a sheet of printer paper (Claire recently was reimagined**** Leon, Chris, and Jill. What the hell is "memorable" about them? What is either of their defining traits? I DARE YOU to name a single one! "Bad puns" 'aint gonna cut it because both male leads have infamous (and interchangeable) one-liners, courtesy of cheesy tone and bad translation. Claire and Jill have all the personality of a sheet of printer paper (Claire recently was reimagined as a dead-ringer for Jessica Chastain, so now she's super boring AND super serious). The Bakers are the first truly memorable characters in the entire series. I will be quoting Jack Baker's "Welcome to the Family, son!" for years. This game is dark, it is scary, it is even *funny* just when it needs to be. Even our faceless protagonist has a couple of good lines that came at exactly the right moments. I especially like the very Ash-sounding line he delivers after first picking up the handgun, it sounds like something out of Evil Dead--not too stupid, not too cavalier, just a welcome poke at the palpable tension of the moment.

    Nobody is gonna bother reading a "9" review. You're gonna read maybe two "10"s at the top and twenty "0"s at the bottom that were typed by **** who didn't want to play the game because the internet told them it was really great without their favorite **** cookie-cutter, B-movie character. But if I'm wrong, listen to me: You will want to play this. Play with friends if you can. It is ****ing amazing. The only places I can think to knock it are for an underdeveloped branching narrative and a clunky ending (still worth it). Also, I think at least two competing background stories got smooshed together to explain the origin of the Baker family's situation but it's forgivable and still a very tight game overall.

    Loads of fun, super scary, photo-realistic, gory as hell-yet-I-could-still-play-it-without-freaking-out, excellent animations, voice acting, sound design, etc, etc. NOW GO BUY IT. From a local game retailer. Because honestly, Gamestop and Big Box stores can suck a fat one.    … Expand
  7. spinbotlv1
    Jan 26, 2017
    3
    puzzled. the plot is really boring and stupid, there are at least 3/4 logical inconsistencies. The final boss is the most comical thing. It makes me think of a lack of imagination in the final part of the development. Aside from the atmosphere, the constant fear, the great introduction, the game is slow, shooter sections are clunky, little variety of enemies, little variety of gameplay andpuzzled. the plot is really boring and stupid, there are at least 3/4 logical inconsistencies. The final boss is the most comical thing. It makes me think of a lack of imagination in the final part of the development. Aside from the atmosphere, the constant fear, the great introduction, the game is slow, shooter sections are clunky, little variety of enemies, little variety of gameplay and setting. The persistent backtracking in a huge house was fine 20 years ago, now it's just a more of the same. disappointed.… Expand
  8. HellMordred
    Jan 26, 2017
    10
    "Resident Evil is boring! Went from horror to lame action shoot3r with boring, re-used plots! Change it up! "
    RE7 demo comes out
    "This isn't Resident Evil!! Where's the shooting and zombies!? Why did they change it?!?" FFS, some people need to calm down! Change is good!
  9. Oniichama
    Jan 26, 2017
    9
    I don't really understand why people are complaining so much about the game. I just finished it in 10 hours and I can tell you this, what a game, really scary, closer to RE's roots, challenging and keeps the tension high. Only cons the game has:
    -A little short, 10 hours first time.
    -Puzzles are indeed quite simple (not bad in any way, though). -Could use a wider variety of enemies.    I don't really understand why people are complaining so much about the game. I just finished it in 10 hours and I can tell you this, what a game, really scary, closer to RE's roots, challenging and keeps the tension high. Only cons the game has:
    -A little short, 10 hours first time.
    -Puzzles are indeed quite simple (not bad in any way, though).
    -Could use a wider variety of enemies.

    For the rest, the game is amazing in every sense; beautiful graphics, good variety of weapons, nice story and atmosphere. 9/10, Highly recommended game.    … Expand
  10. Moby1985
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    I am shocked to see 139 negatives (so far). This game is fantastic. Extremely creative it oozes "try" and "effort" but in the best possible ways. Every floorboard is detailed, every can rusted seemingly naturally - and thus washing away the old anti-RE complaints from a generation ago "but it's all pre-rendered!". I was disappointed with RE 4 and all subsequent games. They were not scary.I am shocked to see 139 negatives (so far). This game is fantastic. Extremely creative it oozes "try" and "effort" but in the best possible ways. Every floorboard is detailed, every can rusted seemingly naturally - and thus washing away the old anti-RE complaints from a generation ago "but it's all pre-rendered!". I was disappointed with RE 4 and all subsequent games. They were not scary. They didn't cause fear, they were action games.

    This game is scary, immersive, and highly recommended.    … Expand
  11. SuperkenGaming
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 biohazard
    officially my favorite horror game of all time
    Resident Evil 7 is a first person survival horror game where you play as a character named Ethan who gets a video from his wife who was kidnapped while babysitting this leads him to an old house out in the swamps of Louisiana As you explore this house and find its hidden passage ways you learn you’re not alone    Resident Evil 7 biohazard
    officially my favorite horror game of all time
    Resident Evil 7 is a first person survival horror game where you play as a character named Ethan who gets a video from his wife who was kidnapped while babysitting
    this leads him to an old house out in the swamps of Louisiana
    As you explore this house and find its hidden passage ways you learn you’re not alone here…
    Tons of missing person cases around this time, but maybe this is just a coincidence
    There’s a crazy family…
    And you spend the game dealing with this family and trying to rescue and escape with your wife
    This is hands down the most terrifying video game I’ve ever played…
    And I don’t scare easy…
    Usually games only get me with cheap jump scares..
    I don’t ever expect more than that...
    Again I’m no Pewdiepie…
    But here I was genuinely terrified to progress during the first half of the game…
    The characters and setting are so eerie…
    you feel vulnerable throughout as you search the areas for keys and other items to solve a simple puzzle and move on…
    Even during moments of back tracking it never gets easier…
    each location feels just as terrifying as before…
    And you’re not even defenseless…
    You have a knife... you can pick up guns and other items to craft health packs and better ammo…
    but even with all of this you can’t help but feel your life is on the line around every corner…
    Where the game starts to fall apart is when they introduce the mud/mold type enemies that come out of the walls…
    they’re definitely terrifying at first… but only because they’re new…
    But they’re so over used that they quickly become an eye roll rather than a scare…. They eventually pose no threat…
    The game would’ve greatly benefitted from sticking to the style of focusing on 1 unique characters per section of the game like the first half instead of throwing in these generic monsters around every corner to deal with…
    They broke the experience immersion for me and reminded me this was a video game..
    And the games reliance on these enemies is worse as it goes on that by time I was in the final 3 hour stretch of this 7 and a half hour game I was running through them and the rest of the game like it was nothing… thankfully the final 20 minutes or so bring the game back to what it does best…
    But these putty creatures plucked from the power rangers are a joke.
    They’re a slight hiccup in the overall fantastically horrifying experience that is resident evil 7 though…
    The game is so clever with its puzzles, even doing subtle things like putting solutions or important item locations in these vhs tapes where you play as other characters.. these vhs tapes are just as terrifying as the main game, if not more at times…
    And you never feel stuck… again I beat the game in 7 and a half hours and I was very thorough…
    the game does a great job of bread crumb trailing you to the right items you need..
    Resident Evil 7 is also compatible with the PlayStation vr... which im sure makes this game even more terrifying...
    unfortunately this does get in the way of the game itself for those of us not using vr as theres this weird directional audio thing going on where you have to look at a character to really hear what they’re saying…
    That isn’t how real life works and its annoying.. .
    So for better and for worse, this game was definitely developed with vr in mind… it wasn’t an afterthought or an added gimmick…
    Resident evil 7 stumbles at times stopping it from being crowned as a true masterpiece…
    But I can’t look over the moments that bring it so close to that status…
    I can’t look over the fact that im one of the most unphased by horror people I know.. And this game got to me.
    This is hands down the best horror games I’ve ever played…
    I Give Resident Evil 7 biohazard
    a 9.5/10    … Expand
  12. Hunkfan
    Jan 25, 2017
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I rarely write on any site, but I'm so upset about this game! This has nothing to do with the other games at all. None of the characters, etc. And we've seen this plot before as in Texas Chainsaw Massacre! What does this game have to do with RE at all? This is the first time i've ever wanted a refund on a game. Truly dissappointed. All the real RE fans deserve a real game that embodies the franchise that made us loyal and love it in the first place.… Expand
  13. LadyAshe
    Jan 25, 2017
    5
    game not bad. I actually liked it a bit, but please Capcom don't do it again. I want a strong character that I can remember later like Jill or Leon, but this guy in the other hand has no face nor I can see his body (only floating hands). and where is Umbrella man?
  14. chinpi
    Jan 25, 2017
    3
    60 dollars = 5 Hours = Half game = Half score
    Thank you Capcom! Good job! More DLC = Make more money!
    This game is not Resident Evil. I do not recommend this unfinished game.
  15. miktek
    Jan 25, 2017
    8
    The game does go back to its roots. It is basally Resident Evil 1 in first person. The puzzles and interactions remind me strongly of the first game. The camera movement is slow but i do not think this is due to it being VR friendly but is reminiscent of the tank controls from the first and adds to the tension. The story is meh as all resident evil stories are and after the first couple ofThe game does go back to its roots. It is basally Resident Evil 1 in first person. The puzzles and interactions remind me strongly of the first game. The camera movement is slow but i do not think this is due to it being VR friendly but is reminiscent of the tank controls from the first and adds to the tension. The story is meh as all resident evil stories are and after the first couple of hours the scares where of. However as a 'soft' reboot of the resident evil series i think it succeeds and is a very good horror game.… Expand
  16. Kamamura
    Jan 25, 2017
    4
    This product is as sophisticated as a barrel of methylated moonshine. Naturalistic, sadistic scenes, extreme violence, oceans of blood, heaps dismembered human bodies nor perpetual darkness you stumble around in can really cover the fact that the game lacks substance, unlike Silent Hill series, Evil Dead, or similar games of the genre.

    There is no psychological aspect of the story, no    This product is as sophisticated as a barrel of methylated moonshine. Naturalistic, sadistic scenes, extreme violence, oceans of blood, heaps dismembered human bodies nor perpetual darkness you stumble around in can really cover the fact that the game lacks substance, unlike Silent Hill series, Evil Dead, or similar games of the genre.

    There is no psychological aspect of the story, no clever symbolism, no eerie atmosphere, and no memorable characters. There is only pointless struggle with enemies that are invulnerable until the plot says otherwise, everything is scripted and linear, and all the "difficulty" comes from clumsy tank-like gamepad controls that are defacto standard for console FPS games. You cannot properly aim with the gamepad, but if you opt for the mouse, it only mimics gamepad analog sticks, so you get a molasses-slow aiming with tons of lag as a bonus.

    If you like heaps of innards, livers, lungs, blood, cheap sadism and jumpscare scenes, then by all means go for it and buy the game. It's one of the few titles that made me physically nauseated, which is an unique achievement.

    If you seek something like Evil Dead or Silent Hill, stay away, this game is as brainless as its characters.    … Expand
  17. chipotlegasm
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    As a huge fan of Resident Evil 1 and Resident Evil 4, I have to say that Capcom did an incredible job bringing back the series to it's survival horror roots. While I am only 4 hours through the game, I will separate what I love from what I hated, and update the review further as I progress.

    *Pros - The game gives you the illusion of safety through high ammo counts, but as soon as    As a huge fan of Resident Evil 1 and Resident Evil 4, I have to say that Capcom did an incredible job bringing back the series to it's survival horror roots. While I am only 4 hours through the game, I will separate what I love from what I hated, and update the review further as I progress.

    *Pros

    - The game gives you the illusion of safety through high ammo counts, but as soon as Jack or the molded enemies appear, you go through ammo so fast without even realizing it, leading you to helplessly run or stand your ground, pull out your knife, and do it the old fashioned way.

    - Puzzles are back, and although most are not nearly as complex as previous examples, they are always satisfying to solve and never make you feel dumb or frustrated.

    - Jack, the "daddy" of the family, is one scary ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥. He's relentless, and doesn't let up unless you cap him in the head a few times, or in the body multiple times. His dialogue is great, and sometimes even lessens the tension with his humor, before he smacks you with his shovel to get you serious again. He's unpredictable, and isn't just out to kill you, but taunt and toy with you as well.

    - Detail inside of the house is beautifully horrifying, from it's hallways covered in mold to it's dinner tables covered in entrails, the Baker house is always keeping you on the edge of your seat.

    - Plenty of collectibles to find during your journey, and some of them reward you greatly if you can find enough! Also, lockpicks are a big part in this game, but are very limited. So you need to pick and choose what you decide to unlock. You usually end up in a situation where there are 3 things you need to unlock, but you only have one lockpick.

    - PC optimization is great! Plenty of graphics options, uncapped framerate, Gsync support for the real enlightened PC gamers out there, as well as resolutions up to 4K and HBAO+ AO for Nvidia users.

    *Cons

    - Some character models kind of look odd. Something about Marguerite Baker in particular just looks out of place. Her face looks like shes had 500 plastic surgeries done and it's just ugly to look at. I'm not sure if that's what they were going for, but I wish it was a little better.

    - Sometimes it's just TOO ♥♥♥♥ing dark. Like I want to play on the recommended brightness, but it makes item discovery 10x harder when you can barely see. I don't know why the flashlight is something only the game can turn on instead of something you can turn on and off whenever you please.

    - There are some textures that really look awful. I thought the PC version would alleviate this, but a PC can only put as much effort in as the developers did. Still better on PC with high refresh rates, game runs like butter.

    Overall, I am totally LOVING this game so far. I think it's absolutely phenomenal and worth every penny. Please don't hold out and risk getting spoiled! If you're interested, buy it now.

    5 hours in, Resident Evil VII is a clear 10/10 for me. Here's to hoping something further down the line won't ruin that for me.    … Expand
  18. Wingnuts
    Jan 25, 2017
    1
    I was really looking forward to the new direction that Capcom was taking their Resident Evil franchise. I watched the trailers and ordered the special edition that came with a doll house and finger that looks like a burnt male appendage but talk about a waste of money! Nothing could prepare me for the disappointment I was about to face.

    Unfortunately the actual gameplay is very drab and    I was really looking forward to the new direction that Capcom was taking their Resident Evil franchise. I watched the trailers and ordered the special edition that came with a doll house and finger that looks like a burnt male appendage but talk about a waste of money! Nothing could prepare me for the disappointment I was about to face.

    Unfortunately the actual gameplay is very drab and gets repetitive fast. You spend all of your 8 hours (yeah, it's only an 8 hour game) wandering and avoiding the same blob-like enemies as you backtrack one too many times just to find a snippet of story. The Bakers are the more interesting enemies but they're just cliche hillbillies out to kill an outsider, so it's more laughable than scary. I would say the game has puzzles to mix it up but they honestly can't be called that. You only encounter a few and the answer is thrown in your face. What's the point of that? To see if my eyes are still functioning? Well maybe that makes sense because the scenery is always so ugly that you may go blind from staring at it for the duration of the game.

    Overall I'd say I'm pretty disappointed. This was not worth $60. Save yourself some time and download something off of Steam if you want a decent horror game that might actually scare you.    … Expand
  19. progamer86
    Jan 25, 2017
    0
    Before you buy the game read the reviews they seem to focus on the same thing CLONE GAME OF EXISTING GAMES

    Long time fan who has played pretty much every game multiple times on various consoles, so I'm not new to the series. If your looking for a nod back to the old style of gameplay back in the late 90's early 00's sadly this game doesn't hold up with much, the only nod to back in    Before you buy the game read the reviews they seem to focus on the same thing CLONE GAME OF EXISTING GAMES

    Long time fan who has played pretty much every game multiple times on various consoles, so I'm not new to the series.

    If your looking for a nod back to the old style of gameplay back in the late 90's early 00's sadly this game doesn't hold up with much, the only nod to back in the day of the early resident evil games is the little puzzles by little I mean the very few I've seen.
    This game has been designed with one thing involved and that is VR if you are planning to use a normal controller be prepared to be stuck with slow turning which ranks up the difficulty much more and in my opinion takes the fun out of what would be a good story maybe a story I've seen similarly before...OUTLAST this game feels like a rewritten script with extras to hide it's identity crisis, is it a Resident Evil game or is it a completely new game? If you took the title away anyone would believe this game to be something new as a matter of fact the only thing resident evil is the Resident in residence 'oh look another horror game based in a mansion.

    Camera: as I said this game has been designed for VR but sadly it seems as though Capcom thought they'd base alot around this, slow clunky movement in first person, no over the shoulder view if they're going to give the game a nod back to the original games why put it solely in first person why not give controller players an option to switch it's not like the game is cheap give us variety I wouldn't suggest this to anyone planning on using a controller, it's a shame they deviated again from what they originally had. I've played games which use the first person POV and they are some of my favourite; Aforementioned Outlast, The Evil Within, Dying Light, Dead Island all work perfectly but that's because Capcom haven't focused on the here and now but instead the future of what if 's (the what if's being VR) limiting players to really one game play mechanic 'VR.'
    I also felt some functions where limited; option to toggle flashlight on/off, assigning items, using items at certain points for instance nothing is happening directly to Ethan but a character is off interacting with another thing you have to wait for that character to finish fiddling around before you can heal, switch weapon or reload something I've not seen in other games from the franchise unless it's been a dedicated cut scene which you'd expect anyway but when you have your inventory open smacking 'X' over your herb or first aid you'd expect it to work at that 'cool down from the action moment.'

    This game has one good thing going for it, it is a scary game well I say scary what I mean is it makes you jump a little at times you'll hear a noise off to one side and turn to look at it; sorry 'SLOWLY turn to look at it inaccurately' because the controls are bad on a controller I can imagine in VR it would be faster, immersive and scarier, the story is good but as I mentioned it feels alot like it could be a rewrite of Outlast or even a spiritual successor to The Evil Within a good POV game.

    I just wish Capcom had made the game a little better it is 100% not worth the price tag, it doesn't feel like a resident evil game I could only find a reference in the title so how could it, it caters to a newer audience an audience who has just picked up from 5/6 not long time gamers like myself.
    It makes me sad knowing honestly I wasted big bucks on a game I don't like and will be taking back to the store tomorrow for credit towards something else.
    longtime fans think twice before you buy I'd highly advise this.

    One of my biggest genres is Survival Horror games and I like to play alot from the genre I just cant justify the price nor can I back the game play as a longtime fan to the franchise. Re-box and rename it as another game and there you go an new IP but I think people will be buying into the brand with this one.

    Sorry Capcom, honest opinion.    … Expand
  20. JDiegel
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Very Good game i really enjoyed my first play through it was scary and suspenseful and story very intriguing I am genuinely excited for resident evil again its not perfect but no game ever is I really like the FP POV this is probably my second favorite RE game my first will always be RE2 but this is a solid 9/10 but Im gonna give it 10 on here because of these terrible negative reviewsVery Good game i really enjoyed my first play through it was scary and suspenseful and story very intriguing I am genuinely excited for resident evil again its not perfect but no game ever is I really like the FP POV this is probably my second favorite RE game my first will always be RE2 but this is a solid 9/10 but Im gonna give it 10 on here because of these terrible negative reviews calling it a Outlast ripoff which it isn't oh and the Boss fights were really fun as well. I am really excited to see a sequel to this game. Great work Capcom… Expand
  21. Silverbaine
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil 7 is a welcome return to the series roots. Sure it boasts a new First person perspective, but really this is what the series needed. Capcom took a risk and it payed off. The atmospheric horror and puzzle given game play is back and with a vengeance where the game has a new perspective, the gameplay is familiar and comforting. It has some typical jump scares and monster closetResident Evil 7 is a welcome return to the series roots. Sure it boasts a new First person perspective, but really this is what the series needed. Capcom took a risk and it payed off. The atmospheric horror and puzzle given game play is back and with a vengeance where the game has a new perspective, the gameplay is familiar and comforting. It has some typical jump scares and monster closet scenes, but you know what overall the game is paced out rather well. The action isn't over the top, and it sets a semi believe able world up for any future RE titles. I can't wait to see where the series goes from here.

    If you have a VR headset this is the game to play it's length is exactly what VR gamer have been looking for, the controls are great for VR. Though I would rather they lose the floating arms, but that isn't enough of a negative to deduct any points from it.

    I hope this review is enough to convince you to purchase the game because its well worth your time and money.    … Expand
  22. Jonnyboi123
    Jan 25, 2017
    8
    First off i was abit bored in begining but after a few hours i was hooked. Its definatly a unique game for me. Its hotva good atmosphere. Im playing in vr and felt abit sick but my second playthrough, i was fine. Its not that scary but my mate found it too scary on some parts. The graphics are ok on vr but coukd be better on tv on non vr mode. People who are saying its short are liars endFirst off i was abit bored in begining but after a few hours i was hooked. Its definatly a unique game for me. Its hotva good atmosphere. Im playing in vr and felt abit sick but my second playthrough, i was fine. Its not that scary but my mate found it too scary on some parts. The graphics are ok on vr but coukd be better on tv on non vr mode. People who are saying its short are liars end of. Its way over 6 hrs. I find the rucksack to small. Its annoying that i cant carry more items. The game keeps surprising and you dont know whats going to happen next. It is a very enjoyable game. Well done developers.… Expand
  23. gusman
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Best game ever. Ignore the Sony haters reviews, these negatives are only pure rage because the game has been designed for the PS VR. If you have the VR headset and like the horror games this is a MUST, you will never get another experience like this.

    The history is really great and the first person perspective is the right choice, RE games always had a ton of problems with the camera    Best game ever. Ignore the Sony haters reviews, these negatives are only pure rage because the game has been designed for the PS VR. If you have the VR headset and like the horror games this is a MUST, you will never get another experience like this.

    The history is really great and the first person perspective is the right choice, RE games always had a ton of problems with the camera and the first person perspective removes all these problems.

    For those who claim this has nothing to do with the RE series then they haven't played the game or they have just rushed to the end without taking care of the history (I will make no spoilers at all).

    The inventory management system is exactly what always has been on RE, a very important piece of the gameplay, also, for those comparing the game with Outlast there is the big difference that you have guns to defend yourself (at the end, exactly what RE has been always, horror but with guns).

    Also, the game really has a big replay value, there are A TON of secrets, secondary info and so on that you will not get at the first play, so each time you play it you will find new info and things, just like in the demo.

    So, if you like horror games, BUY IT, and if you have the VR head set and like horror games BUY IT NOW!!!

    P.D: It's very very interesting seeing that negative reviews are all from profiles with no reviews at all except this and all the positive ones come from users with multiple and well formed reviews...

    Also, if you want to know what REAL people which OWNS the game thinks about it, then just open Steam and see, only a 10% of negative reviews.    … Expand
  24. botas2
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    no solo ha devuelto a la saga a su estado de forma, sino que lo ha perfeccionado. Por supuesto, habrá combates que te **** pero no antes de echar a correr por tu vida muerto de miedo. La historia y sus giros son tan entretenidos como interesantes, así como todos los sustos que vinieron con ellos. Los actores de voz han realizado un trabajo fenomenal, así como los diseñadores de niveles. Nono solo ha devuelto a la saga a su estado de forma, sino que lo ha perfeccionado. Por supuesto, habrá combates que te **** pero no antes de echar a correr por tu vida muerto de miedo. La historia y sus giros son tan entretenidos como interesantes, así como todos los sustos que vinieron con ellos. Los actores de voz han realizado un trabajo fenomenal, así como los diseñadores de niveles. No ha habido ni un solo momento en el que me sintiera a salvo y preparado para enfrentarme al próximo desafío.… Expand
  25. MrFlankster
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    This game is a long awaited dream come true for me. It's RE 1 meets Alien Isolation. I'm a life long RE fan. I've played every single one, with RE 1 and RE 4 being my favorites. Alien Iso is one of my top 5 survival games. To have both married into one with superb acting, visuals and classic RE game play. I'm pitchin' tents non stop!

    I don't get the people saying that this isn't a    This game is a long awaited dream come true for me. It's RE 1 meets Alien Isolation. I'm a life long RE fan. I've played every single one, with RE 1 and RE 4 being my favorites. Alien Iso is one of my top 5 survival games. To have both married into one with superb acting, visuals and classic RE game play. I'm pitchin' tents non stop!

    I don't get the people saying that this isn't a Resident Evil game. It has so much nostalgia of the earlier games (puzzles, multiple keys, item boxes, etc.) They said from the very beginning that 7 is a reboot. That is EXACTLY what it is, while maintaining the traditional idiosyncrasies that make a RE game.

    If you go into this game with the goal of having fun, being scared, and reminiscing, instead of LOOKING for faults, you will love every second. As for the scare factor? This is the first RE game that I had to put down and take a break after a few hours due to the creepiness and scares. I mean, c'mon. The first "zombie" encounter on the stairs and the next 20 min that follows? That sh** is just messed up!    … Expand
  26. Vseslav
    Jan 25, 2017
    8
    Been playing for about 5 hours and in my opinion this is amazing. I have only played on PSVR, I gotta admit although the cam is now first person it still reminds me of playing RE1 and RE2 as a kid. I believe at the time static cam was the best way to create tension. VR is the way a horror game should be played. Would like harder puzzles and the psvr (standard ps4) resolution isn't greatBeen playing for about 5 hours and in my opinion this is amazing. I have only played on PSVR, I gotta admit although the cam is now first person it still reminds me of playing RE1 and RE2 as a kid. I believe at the time static cam was the best way to create tension. VR is the way a horror game should be played. Would like harder puzzles and the psvr (standard ps4) resolution isn't great but after playing for a few minutes I don't really notice it. I'm not a fan of floating arms I know every one is different but make it so you could scale the body to yours (arm length and shoulder width). All in all I love it and can't wait to see where it goes from here.… Expand
  27. weisslightning
    Jan 25, 2017
    4
    Allow me to be blunt: Resident Evil 7 is not a good game, and I would argue that it is barely a game at all.

    The original Resident Evil was a matter of resource management as you made your way between various points of a large map via various routes. There were complex factors which determined whether you might want to kill a zombie or not, whether you might want to take a certain    Allow me to be blunt: Resident Evil 7 is not a good game, and I would argue that it is barely a game at all.

    The original Resident Evil was a matter of resource management as you made your way between various points of a large map via various routes. There were complex factors which determined whether you might want to kill a zombie or not, whether you might want to take a certain shortcut or not, since you would visit areas many times and there were only a few points in the game where enemy placement would be refreshed across the mansion.

    Resident Evil 4 was a complete reinvention and a masterclass in how to design varied encounters, areas and traps incorporating clever scripting and a simple but diverse set of player abilities. It remains as one of the best action games of all time.

    Resident Evil 7 is a game in which the trappings of the first Resident Evil game are shoved in your face while you walk down a corridor. For the first three hours of the game, there are some scripted encounters where a hick will chase you, and in some clearly designated monster areas you will find yourself face to face with monsters in one of two scenarios: hallway, or room. You move through areas in a linear pattern, for the most part, with almost no backtracking. Your option, then, boils down to doing the objectively optimal thing in the current situation: shooting your enemy in a hallway, or running past your enemy in a room. Hallways and rooms. If you successfully master these mechanics then you have seen everything that the game has to offer and will never run out of ammunition.

    There are puzzles too, but they're approximately one step up from the infamous Bioshock Infinite lighthouse puzzle. I don't care for the puzzles in these games but if there was ever a game in need of something, ANYTHING resembling gameplay, this is it.    … Expand
  28. M7mdatta
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 brings back the series to its roots and makes the survival horror genre alive again
    Pros:
    +flawless story
    +solid gameplay
    +survival horror
    +actual puzzles
    Cons:
    -not much of a variety in monsters
  29. iasss7
    Jan 25, 2017
    0
    THIS IS NOT RESIDENT EVIL CAPCOM. This is a generic game based on generic movies of horror. Please, bring back third persoon vision ou fixed camera. The original games still very uniques and masterpieces, please, don't kill Resident Evil anymore.
  30. GustavoMol077
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Eu vejo pessoas dizendo ''isso não é Resident Evil'' e todos nós sabemos o quão isso é injusto. Por muitos anos eu critiquei a Capcom pela falta de inovação na saga, que vinha de vários e vários jogos medianos, e eis que ela trás Resident Evil de volta ao mundo dos vivos. Desde o Code Veronica eu não sentia essa sensação gostosa de economizar munições, avaliar se vale ou não matar umEu vejo pessoas dizendo ''isso não é Resident Evil'' e todos nós sabemos o quão isso é injusto. Por muitos anos eu critiquei a Capcom pela falta de inovação na saga, que vinha de vários e vários jogos medianos, e eis que ela trás Resident Evil de volta ao mundo dos vivos. Desde o Code Veronica eu não sentia essa sensação gostosa de economizar munições, avaliar se vale ou não matar um inimigos. Os Bakers dão um show a parte, e entram para o hall de grandes vilões da saga. Por favor, não entrem no pensando comum de que Resident Evil não é Resident Evil, deem uma oportunidade para o jogo. Ele é cativante do inicio ao fim. Até então, o melhor jogo do ano.… Expand
  31. Dattwood7
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Actually more like an 8 or 9, but I'm trying to balance out the fanboys who gave it a zero without actually playing it. Pros: Challenging enemies, great graphics, great mechanics, polished gameplay, scary as hell. Cons: It starts to lose a little momentum two thirds of the way through, possibly due to the setting not changing all that much, or because the story isn't all that compelling.Actually more like an 8 or 9, but I'm trying to balance out the fanboys who gave it a zero without actually playing it. Pros: Challenging enemies, great graphics, great mechanics, polished gameplay, scary as hell. Cons: It starts to lose a little momentum two thirds of the way through, possibly due to the setting not changing all that much, or because the story isn't all that compelling. I'd still pay full price for it though. And I will be playing it again.… Expand
  32. Shahzaky
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. *** This review wont spoil the ending but I will mention a couple of characters that, if you haven't played the game or watched any trailers, might spoil the experience for you. ***

    First of, this is a good looking game and it's doing a terrific job at keeping you on your toes and scare the **** out of you when you least expect it. The claustrophobic experience is somewhat similar to the one you find in Alien:Isolation and there are many times you feel that you are hunted. However, it's clear that the game is "cheating", teleporting characters around the place, which kills some of the vibe. The story is intriguing with a horrific atmosphere, interesting characters, FANTASTIC voiceovers (except for one) and there are several objects in the world that may help you unravel the plot.

    Unfortunately, you play as Ethan, who is a pretty stupid guy. I know I know, protagonists in scary movies are experts in making the wrong decisions (hey, I'm gonna walk into this scary house all by myself AND oh look a ladder to the basement, I should totally climb down! and so forth). What I wanna say is this; when you're watching a film with stupid characters, you can facepalm while in a game, YOU're the dumb one, and your own decisionmaking probably doesn't cope very well with the character you are controlling. While I've mentioned the terrific voiceovers, Ethan is not one of them, as he seems rather chill with all the **** that happens around him, and you really want to punch him in the throat as he is having the conversation with the deputy.

    The game also contains tomb-raider like puzzles, which just doesn't fit with the rest of setting and some obstacles are just plain dumb, like the duct tape that requires a knife to cut through.

    As many other already pointed out, it is highly questionable if this should carry the Resident Evil seal, but as a horror game, it does a fine job at keeping you stressed out and it is definitely nothing for the faint hearted and therefore, I recommend it.    … Expand
  33. Assaulter
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    This game is a mashup of everything that's good on a Resident Evil game, it have action, horror, puzzles and a interesting story. THIS is a real Resident Evil, a survival horror game not that third person action shooter like these casuals say its good. 10/10 A **** masterpiece
  34. rockwithedog
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    O mal finalmente voltou a casa, após os dois últimos e desastrosos jogos numerados da série, parece que a CAPCOM, finalmente decidiu ouvir os fãs da série trazendo o horror a muito tempo esquecido, que fez sua última aparição em Code Veronica. Utilizando os elementos clássicos que do nome Resident Evil o que ele é hoje, mais uma pitada de terror moderno, somado com uma nova mecânica, eisO mal finalmente voltou a casa, após os dois últimos e desastrosos jogos numerados da série, parece que a CAPCOM, finalmente decidiu ouvir os fãs da série trazendo o horror a muito tempo esquecido, que fez sua última aparição em Code Veronica. Utilizando os elementos clássicos que do nome Resident Evil o que ele é hoje, mais uma pitada de terror moderno, somado com uma nova mecânica, eis que surge Resident Evil 7, o jogo que em décadas merece o nome de Resident Evil, um jogo que consegue surpreender tanto fãs clássicos da série como também novos jogadores, um jogo com atmosfera aterrorizante, inimigos implacáveis e vários enigmas espelhados pelo mapa; coisa que fazia muita falta na série;, um jogo que nos trás de volta a sensação de está jogando um Resident Evil de raiz, com gráficos foto-realistas e cenários macabros Resident Evil 7, é um jogo recomendadissimo para verdadeiros fãs da franquia, um jogo divertido e assustador.… Expand
  35. gamesreflexoes
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Just wow! As a fan of horro movies all that I can say is that REVII is a very good one scary game. Capcom did a amazing job, not just returning to the franchise roots but making something really new. Yes, maybe some you miss Leon, Claire, Chris and Jill, but gamers that have a open mind will enjoy this for what it is: a new era.
  36. Saint_Satan
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    I have played every single Resident Evil game and I started playing the series in 1996. This is among the best in the series and by far the scariest Resident Evil game ever made. If you like Resident Evil or horror it's a must.
  37. fungz84
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    On VR, this game is a must play. It's much more immersive and can replace Horror Nights at Universal Studios. IMO, best VR game out and it's not even a VR only game. Amazing... !
  38. Psychowolf
    Jan 25, 2017
    0
    Looks more an horror movie than a resident evil game. I get the feeling that the game is an Outlast with mod with guns. Theres nothing about resident evil in this game. Forgotten characters, lack of puzzles, ridiculous enemies and a lot of horror movies cliches in this game. That can be anything except resident evil : (
  39. StuartBrand
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    This is Resident Evil. Resident Evil was the first game I had for my PS One and RE7 has captured that same experience that I felt 20 years ago. The VR works really well, probably the best VR experience of any game. The only negative is the hair graphics are a bit jagged if you get too close. The rest of the graphics look good and detailed. The combat system is good and I have no problemThis is Resident Evil. Resident Evil was the first game I had for my PS One and RE7 has captured that same experience that I felt 20 years ago. The VR works really well, probably the best VR experience of any game. The only negative is the hair graphics are a bit jagged if you get too close. The rest of the graphics look good and detailed. The combat system is good and I have no problem using it in VR.… Expand
  40. wertykelpie
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    first review i make on metacritic, and i visit it almost everyday, but i had to say something about this amazing game, im a resident evil core fan i played and finished every single of them even those great but forgoten outbreaks, im not counting on the abysmal rip offs, now put it simple, if you were waiting for a resident evil game like 4, 5 ,6 goona be disapointed but i recomend thatfirst review i make on metacritic, and i visit it almost everyday, but i had to say something about this amazing game, im a resident evil core fan i played and finished every single of them even those great but forgoten outbreaks, im not counting on the abysmal rip offs, now put it simple, if you were waiting for a resident evil game like 4, 5 ,6 goona be disapointed but i recomend that you check it out, now for those that love the classics, you gonna feel at home, the game has a dark humoristic b movie dialog that i love, alot of references to past resident evils and classic horror movies, its a survival game at the core, its scary and makes the heart skip beats sometimes,but most importantly its a true resident evil game since code veronica, has a mystery story that hooks you up since the begining and its very violent, i droped a tear when i was runing from jack baker and entered a room with a familiar music and saw the chest and a recorder , only hearing jack baker screaming outside, capcom from the deep of my heart i thank you kindly for this game and returning it to the roots since a long time. just buy it since as little kid i wasnt so excited about a game like i am about this one.… Expand
  41. Allyson
    Jan 25, 2017
    10
    Amazing! The best resident evil game in years. If you want a good experience don't listen to the haters and play it now! The legend of the horror survivor of the 90's is back!
  42. Kades010187
    Jan 25, 2017
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll give it a 5 because the makers had successfully brought back the survival horror game but it's NOT this kind of horror. The puzzles were copied from the previous series which makes it easy to solve. There's no virus that has been introduced. They are obviously being watched and didn't even figure that out. When playing the game, the new character of this game is basically one of Umbrella's Guinea Pigs and he doesn't even realize it that the people who rescued them is behind it.… Expand
  43. Franco_SV
    Jan 25, 2017
    9
    O jogo entrega tudo o que foi prometido nas prévias ao lançamento: atmosfera de suspense, momentos de susto, ação, diversão, envolvimento. Além disso, os gráficos são bons e o áudio também é de qualidade. Eu não sou fã de jogos com tema de survival horror, porque não me assusto ou me impressiono facilmente. O único motivo de eu ter adquirido o jogo é o fato de ele ser compatível comO jogo entrega tudo o que foi prometido nas prévias ao lançamento: atmosfera de suspense, momentos de susto, ação, diversão, envolvimento. Além disso, os gráficos são bons e o áudio também é de qualidade. Eu não sou fã de jogos com tema de survival horror, porque não me assusto ou me impressiono facilmente. O único motivo de eu ter adquirido o jogo é o fato de ele ser compatível com realidade virtual. Para mim é este ponto que ele faz a diferença. Com RV o envolvimento e a tensão são garantidas. Porém, jogar RE7 em RV com a câmera no modo suave é muito nauseante, tive muita cinetose, fato que nunca havia acontecido comigo antes, nem mesmo em montanhas russas de verdade. Melhor jogar com a câmera variando a cada 30°, deste modo não tive problema algum. Este é o jogo, quer goste ou não de a série RE ter mudado em seu estilo, ele é de qualidade. Recomendado.… Expand
  44. POE3
    Jan 25, 2017
    8
    First off I would like to say that to me this game feels more like a Reboot than the next instalment of the Resident evil franchise. What makes it feel more like a reboot is the the series’ shift from a third to first person perspective. But that is not necessarily a bad thing. The first person perspective makes me feel like I am more a part of the game world and not just a spectatorFirst off I would like to say that to me this game feels more like a Reboot than the next instalment of the Resident evil franchise. What makes it feel more like a reboot is the the series’ shift from a third to first person perspective. But that is not necessarily a bad thing. The first person perspective makes me feel like I am more a part of the game world and not just a spectator watching the story play out. The first person perspective is a great addition, especially for the immersion aspect of a horror game. The game gets my heart racing and it does a great job of making me want more. The visuals are great and the scares are real. One thing that feels a little tedious is the inventory management but that also makes you question what is actually necessary for survival. I love the puzzles which get me thinking. But the interactions with the enemies feel like i’m just going in circles, it's like i'm playing a game of cat and mouse with them. All in all the game is good and is a solid 7.5. If you enjoy horror games I would definitely suggest picking this game up.… Expand
  45. FirstPersonSuck
    Jan 25, 2017
    0
    THIS IS NOT RESIDENT EVIL, it's more like a silent hill rip-off in first person, because for some reason that's what people like these days :/ Hate the VR experience, Resident evil games are and should always be in 3rd person perspective but well time to wait a few more years for another resident hope this time the make it worth while the wait.
  46. wanderlei2
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    This is not Resident Evil it something else and its not very good. The original games were well crafted and genre defining, you could feel that a very clever person put alot of thought and effort in every aspect of the games design and production. The games felt like they had a soul that the player could feel. What you have here is the complete opposite. Its like if you told a computer orThis is not Resident Evil it something else and its not very good. The original games were well crafted and genre defining, you could feel that a very clever person put alot of thought and effort in every aspect of the games design and production. The games felt like they had a soul that the player could feel. What you have here is the complete opposite. Its like if you told a computer or robot what a RE game is and got it to build one. You end up with facsimile that looks similar but completely soulless, its like difference between watching great piano player live and watching a computer play piano. The game is like marketers write list of what people think is "cool" in Resident Evil game and then get an army of people working on soulless production line to produce. The only good team left at Capcom are the Monster Hunter team. All the other talent that had the capability of putting that something special into a game left along time ago. They just use Resident Evil name to sell you a production line product for people tricked by 'poor game with high production value' that use recognized IP.… Expand
  47. Mark0426
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    Resident Evil 7 is boring game, unfortunately. And I had super strong motion sick because of bad camera motion.
    VR helps this game as something "new experience". But other VR games provide better experience.
  48. L3000
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil returned to its glory. This game is done with gratifying perfection for any fan of the series.

    The setting and atmosphere of almost permanent tension are the highlights of the game, the incredible sound design and the smooth story with super charismatic characters (maybe you missed the protagonist a bit, but he's cool). Anyway, Resident Evil 7 is the best franchise game    Resident Evil returned to its glory. This game is done with gratifying perfection for any fan of the series.

    The setting and atmosphere of almost permanent tension are the highlights of the game, the incredible sound design and the smooth story with super charismatic characters (maybe you missed the protagonist a bit, but he's cool).

    Anyway, Resident Evil 7 is the best franchise game in many years.

    Resident Evil is back!    … Expand
  49. ValiantOutsider
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    This game is absolutely awful. It has no tie-in at all to past Resident Evil games. No characters from past games. Ethan, Mia and the others are the most boring I've ever seen in a game. There's also no B.O.W.s, zombies or anything remotely good from previous games. They threw away everything that made Resident Evil good - the story, characters, monsters and lore. It's all gone, replacedThis game is absolutely awful. It has no tie-in at all to past Resident Evil games. No characters from past games. Ethan, Mia and the others are the most boring I've ever seen in a game. There's also no B.O.W.s, zombies or anything remotely good from previous games. They threw away everything that made Resident Evil good - the story, characters, monsters and lore. It's all gone, replaced by a generic first person horror game made entirely because of the hype of VR. It's a shame such a great series was destroyed by this abomination of a game. The only good part of the entire game is the lighting.… Expand
  50. Triptych229
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Metacritic really needs to link accounts to PSN, XBL, or Steam so that people who actually played the game can write the review, because reading the reviews below, I can clearly see who actually played the game and who didn't based upon what is said. It's too easy to write a review being a fanboy or a hater that is not a genuine review.

    I was a hater when this was announced at E3 2016,    Metacritic really needs to link accounts to PSN, XBL, or Steam so that people who actually played the game can write the review, because reading the reviews below, I can clearly see who actually played the game and who didn't based upon what is said. It's too easy to write a review being a fanboy or a hater that is not a genuine review.

    I was a hater when this was announced at E3 2016, saying it doesn't feel like a Resident Evil game and would be better off as it's own IP. I've never been proven wrong so badly in my entire life. The best way to put this game: It's basically the first Resident Evil's formula except in first person view. I was very skeptical but the first person view was done excellently to raise one's heart rate while playing the game. I got a sense of nostalgia from it due to many key elements that were shown in the game that I did not expect at all. Then let's take away the title for a moment and look at the game itself. It was a fun challenging game with just the right amount of horror to it. The puzzles and environments were engaging and the boss battles were some of the most fun boss battles I've encountered in a game. I was truly wowed by this game and cannot express how happy I am that Capcom has proven me wrong. I look back at how I was hating the game before release and thinking about Capcom just saying "Just trust us." That trust has certainly been earned.    … Expand
  51. ziltch
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    This game contains everything that defines Resident Evil. People who say otherwise do not know what they are talking about. It takes the old formula and brings it back with a new coat of paint. I enjoyed this game a lot. It kept me on edge the entire time. I would have preferred more zombie-like enemies that looked more menacing but seriously, it is Resident Evil at it's core. If you canThis game contains everything that defines Resident Evil. People who say otherwise do not know what they are talking about. It takes the old formula and brings it back with a new coat of paint. I enjoyed this game a lot. It kept me on edge the entire time. I would have preferred more zombie-like enemies that looked more menacing but seriously, it is Resident Evil at it's core. If you can look past the negative reviews and give this a try, you will have fun with it.… Expand
  52. thelegend28
    Jan 24, 2017
    3
    Hate gimmicky games and this one is no different. Should've been released under a different name as well; This is definitely NOT a Biohazard style game.
  53. SILENT_harrison
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    This is genuinely as close as resident evil is going to get to being a survival horror, it's really saddening that there's a lot of fans soiling their panties over the first person perspective and the new 'nemesis" if you will, i feel like the only way they're gonna be pleased is if it was a fixed camera (the sad fact is that no one apart from the hardcore fanbase will buy that, so manyThis is genuinely as close as resident evil is going to get to being a survival horror, it's really saddening that there's a lot of fans soiling their panties over the first person perspective and the new 'nemesis" if you will, i feel like the only way they're gonna be pleased is if it was a fixed camera (the sad fact is that no one apart from the hardcore fanbase will buy that, so many people who want to jump into the series hate the perspective and it just won't sell in todays market) capcom might not be perfect but this is exceeded my expectations. The exploration is great and i love me some backtracking (crow key, snake key to unlock more stuff etc) the combat feels held back intentionally as a way of raising tension much like the evil within guns can miss just as easily as they hit. My criticism in the game is i want more enemy types, that is one criticism fans made i can get behind but other than that its a joy and definitely better than the cluster**** that is re6 (it's late so my grammar and spelling won't be on point but you feel me) definitely recommend but if you're after serious bang for buck maybe wait for a slight drop it's only 10 hours long and while its an amazing game its one that leaves you hungry for more.… Expand
  54. leonkennedy2
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    Decepcionante capcom, poderiam ter usado os personagens clássicos, mas resolveram usar personagens novos e sem carisma! É trágico para resident evil esquecer os grandes personagens do passado! O jogo tem uma mecânica de primeira pessoa ruim. A luta contra os bosses são bem engraçadas e sem medo algum! O jogo é muito curto e a história é fraca.
  55. C3realkillah
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    First off I have no idea why people are giving this bad reviews. What do you have bad taste in horror games or something? Resident evil has finally returned to its horror roots and it ends up being one of if not the best game in the series. It's scary, intense amd has some of the best scenes I've ever seen in a horror game. The atmosphere and graphics sell you on the dread and creepinessFirst off I have no idea why people are giving this bad reviews. What do you have bad taste in horror games or something? Resident evil has finally returned to its horror roots and it ends up being one of if not the best game in the series. It's scary, intense amd has some of the best scenes I've ever seen in a horror game. The atmosphere and graphics sell you on the dread and creepiness of your locales and the switch to first person works fantastically. I won't spoil any of the events just know that this is a amazing horror experience and is the change RE needed. I highly recommend this horror masterpiece. Enjoy your return to true horror and welcome to the family… Expand
  56. tedmeister
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Firstly, let me address all the negative comments. This is a true Resident Evil game, back to how RE1-4 was. Just because it is not in third person and that you don't encounter hoards of zombies people are giving this game a score it does not deserve.
    Anyway, this game is amazing, it brings back everything we love about RE and how it started the survival horror franchise. I played    Firstly, let me address all the negative comments. This is a true Resident Evil game, back to how RE1-4 was. Just because it is not in third person and that you don't encounter hoards of zombies people are giving this game a score it does not deserve.
    Anyway, this game is amazing, it brings back everything we love about RE and how it started the survival horror franchise. I played sections of it in PSVR, and omg it changes the entire dynamic and completely immerses you! Would definitely recommend this game to anyone!    … Expand
  57. kingkiller1001
    Jan 24, 2017
    8
    Resident Evil VII a gaming franchise that isn't afraid to reinvent itself (on numerous occasions) I'm a 41 yr old gamer, Remembering picking up RE1,RE2,RE3, then picked up the instant classic RE4. Played RE5 (hated it) Now when I heard that RE VII was going non RE traditional (like RE4) I had to buy it. Although not an instant classic like RE4, it's a Great Game!!! Blind PlaythroughResident Evil VII a gaming franchise that isn't afraid to reinvent itself (on numerous occasions) I'm a 41 yr old gamer, Remembering picking up RE1,RE2,RE3, then picked up the instant classic RE4. Played RE5 (hated it) Now when I heard that RE VII was going non RE traditional (like RE4) I had to buy it. Although not an instant classic like RE4, it's a Great Game!!! Blind Playthrough approx. 12-14 hrs (perfect imho). It took parts of Outcast-RE to make a totally engrossing game replayability on the low side. But a great game, that quite frankly...felt like I needed a shower afterwards...and a new pair of undies. Better then RE5 to RE6...… Expand
  58. Chappers1986
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    The setting is awesome, creepy and full of suspense. The FP POV makes the game incredibly immersive, even more so in VR! The best since Resident Evil 4.

    Absolutely baffled by the people giving this a 0. I get if people don't like certain aspects of the game, but come on. a zero should be reserved for the worst of the gaming world. Morons
  59. mikeh_smith
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    Um jogo cru e vazio, um enredo péssimo, não sei como chamam isso de Resident Evil, agora só resta esperar Resident Evil 2 Remake, pois RE7 é uma grande decepção.
  60. crispar2
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    LLevo 4hrs jugando al juego y solo puedo decir que es lo mejor que podría haber hecho Capcom con la saga. Es un tremendo juego, hay mucha exploración, puzzles, acción y no es de generar sustos fáciles, si no que la ambientación es extraordinaria, las batallas con cada enemigo muy dificiles.En general, un gran juego!!
    Yo empecé con resident evil 1 el año 96 y desde ahi que sigo a la saga y    LLevo 4hrs jugando al juego y solo puedo decir que es lo mejor que podría haber hecho Capcom con la saga. Es un tremendo juego, hay mucha exploración, puzzles, acción y no es de generar sustos fáciles, si no que la ambientación es extraordinaria, las batallas con cada enemigo muy dificiles.En general, un gran juego!!
    Yo empecé con resident evil 1 el año 96 y desde ahi que sigo a la saga y resident evil 7 es el mejor resident desde el "1 remake".    … Expand
  61. ultimatesoll
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    i really have no idea what im gonna write here. All i can say is RIP RE. Non-related with RE fundamentals, no signature characters, brand-new and obviously bad new story, FPS view which make the game even worse and a cheap "Outlast" copy. Im afraid this game will rotate the franchise's new way(!) and so we can throw out all of those old REs forever.
  62. JovialTrash
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Finally, Resident Evil is back! Resident Evil 7: Bioshock got this series back from the "punching boulders"-action grave it's been stuck in for so long with a new perspective, great playability and a fantastic setting. This is exactly what the series needed.
  63. Alvare
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    I'm speechless. Didn't knew what to expect but man do I love absolutely everything about Resident Evil 7. The story, characters, immersion, the difficulty, tension, the puzzles, soundtrack and graphics. It's just brilliant. Going to wait till VR drops a bit in price and then replay the game again with it.
  64. LokinDetonados
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 finally brings back what we fans wanted for the franchise. A solid game of terror. Okay, okay, the game is in first person, which caused a lot of anger in the older fans of the series. But even in first person, the game is a solid Resident Evil. Obviously, the game has its faults, such as repetition at certain times, for example, to go and come back at all times to solveResident Evil 7 finally brings back what we fans wanted for the franchise. A solid game of terror. Okay, okay, the game is in first person, which caused a lot of anger in the older fans of the series. But even in first person, the game is a solid Resident Evil. Obviously, the game has its faults, such as repetition at certain times, for example, to go and come back at all times to solve that puzzle.

    The gore in this game is in large amounts, blood spouting all over the screen, mutilations and things that would make RE7 easily a first class slash movie!

    The story is not one of the best but the plot is consistent, unlike the plot of Resident Evil 6, which is forced, the plot of RE7 follows the same line and opens more and more doors with more revelations that leave your jaw dropped.

    References to the classic series, such as the painting of the Arkley Mountains, the puzzles, the scenario, the locked combat, references to the characters in the files and a remarkable character in the end that is sure to rip off his pants.

    Music creates a tense environment, activated at right times. Along with the high quality sound of the game, a great mix of Capcom.

    The graphics are not so beautiful because of the VR feature, but the game performance compensates for this, 1080p at 60fps on all platforms.

    Resident Evil 7 is a landmark in the franchise and a fresh start for what had sunk, obviously the older fans will refuse this game, but it deserves a chance. It's a great horror game and a even better Resident Evil

    This review was written in English and translated by Google Translate.    … Expand
  65. BonoRogers
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    Finally a return to form! This made me feel the same that RE4 did years ago in PS2. Don't get me wrong, it's nothing like RE4 but it feels fresh and different.
  66. BigBoss88mph
    Jan 24, 2017
    8
    Resident Evil VII: Biohazard First Impressions

    As some of you may know I am huge fan of the Resident Evil Series and have been since inception circa 1996. The series has seen its highs, namely RE2, RE3, RE4, and of course the REmaster of the original. And it's certainly seen its fair share of lows including RE6, Operation Raccoon City, and Umbrella Corps. The series best known for    Resident Evil VII: Biohazard First Impressions

    As some of you may know I am huge fan of the Resident Evil Series and have been since inception circa 1996. The series has seen its highs, namely RE2, RE3, RE4, and of course the REmaster of the original. And it's certainly seen its fair share of lows including RE6, Operation Raccoon City, and Umbrella Corps. The series best known for survival horror had devolved over time and eventually became a Michael Bay 3rd person COD game with terrible mechanics and an even worse story.

    Fast forward to the present. This week REVII launched with High anxiety and low expectations from RE fans across the world. Capcom announced the "reboot" of the series shortly after that failed RE6 release. And until recently much of REVII remained a mystery. Once revealed the reaction from fans was extremely varied and most would say underwhelming and disappointing.

    For those who have not yet played the final release, I am happy to report that RE is back, and in a BIG way! Now sure, the core series characters we've come to love may not be present in this latest release. And quite frankly, that's the best part! Our hero's from yesteryear were battle tested and have seen it all. Tyrants, Nemesis, Mr. X, ZOMBIES, lickers, granados, and the list goes on. Our new protagonist is shaken, vulnerable, unsure, and scared to death. Which is a great way to describe my first 4 hours into the game...lol

    Man, did I mention that the Baker family is nuts?!?! Set in the Louisiana bayou, the game begins and carries a level of mystery and tension that can be cut with a knife. You are immediately thrust into the fight with little or nothing to go on other than you are searching for your wife that was thought to be missing or dead for the last 3 years. The enviorments are dripping with detail and mystery. And the characters immediately begin to capture your eye and imagination. What happened to this family and how did we end up here?

    Weapons are limited and ammo is sparse. Initially the enviorments are tight, and eventually open up. Classic nods to the series including door specific keys, herbs, save rooms, puzzles ( wish there were more ), and strategic boss fights await. The graphics are great and the sounds...well let's just say...the enviorments are the shining star of this sequel. They create a surreal atmosphere ripped straight from the pages of classic horror films while still creating an identity all its own.

    While it's not perfect, I must say I am completely infatuated with the game and I am looking forward to uncovering the mysteries of the Baker family plantation. I love the depth and thought put into the characters, and can appreciate the fantastic level design and crafting mechanic.This game is not for everyone. But for those looking for a classic survival horror experience that may leave a seat cushion or two damp...this one's for you.

    In addition:

    Not without its faults. While puzzles have returned, they are a bit too easy and predictable. And the same can be said for the new enemies "the molded". A higher level or difficulty and more intricate puzzles would have been welcome. And more varied enemies are needed. However we can look forward to 3 additional pieces of DLC starting to hit as soon as next week. 2 new tapes, and 1 full story add on. I am hopeful Capcom will address some of these issues. With that said, I believe they are most certainly on the right track and dare I say the road to redemption with the RE franchise.    … Expand
  67. AreYouSerious
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    What an absolute embarrassment. I said to a friend, when it was announced to be first person, that it was a drawcard for VR... a AAA title to get people to invest. Sadly, it's even worse than that - it's an incompetent mess.

    I'm giving it 1 for the setting. I love the look and feel, but from the very first frame things went downhill fast. I couldn't fathom how insanely bad the    What an absolute embarrassment. I said to a friend, when it was announced to be first person, that it was a drawcard for VR... a AAA title to get people to invest. Sadly, it's even worse than that - it's an incompetent mess.

    I'm giving it 1 for the setting. I love the look and feel, but from the very first frame things went downhill fast. I couldn't fathom how insanely bad the lip-syncing was. Totally pulls you out of the game straight away.

    From there everything just got worse. NOT at all scary - because it's ridiculously silly. I was hoping for an Alien Isolation, set in a "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" type location. Wrong. Everything is so brutally on "rails" it takes away any fear because you can predict almost every scare moment. In Alien, you truly never knew when the damn creature would pop out - and if you died and went back to the exact same spot, it wouldn't appear a second time. Not here... here you got back and the same boring crap happens again and again.

    You try to do things "your way" but because the gameplay is so heavily scripted it won't allow you to move forward until you do it the way the game wants to you.

    I was in the garage with the old man when he jumped into the car and tried to run me down. I simply stood next to his door, stabbing and shooting him in the head, and he wouldn't die, but neither would I, because he couldn't get me. I could have stood there for 6 hours avoiding being hit by the car if I wanted, but after a few minutes I ended up shaking my head in disbelief and turning it off.

    Utter disgrace Capcom.    … Expand
  68. jbrock11
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    Don't be fooled by the title, this is NOT a Resident Evil game. Just another one of the millions of Outlast/PT knock offs that are out there. I had hopes that the demos wouldn't be the whole game and we'd somehow have a tie in to the originals but nope. No old characters, no old story, Capcom has pretty much completely abandoned Resident Evil with this game. To sum it up, if you're a fanDon't be fooled by the title, this is NOT a Resident Evil game. Just another one of the millions of Outlast/PT knock offs that are out there. I had hopes that the demos wouldn't be the whole game and we'd somehow have a tie in to the originals but nope. No old characters, no old story, Capcom has pretty much completely abandoned Resident Evil with this game. To sum it up, if you're a fan of the original RE's, DO NOT BUY THIS GAME!!!… Expand
  69. xswigertx
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    To everyone that is complaining about this game SHUT UP Capcom worked so hard to get this game to us. Personally i believe this might be one of the best in the series godforbid a gaming company to switch up the horror. RE6 was a mess so they decided to go back to the roots and give us something we all wanted yeah it has its problems like any other game but i loved the hell out of it. I seeTo everyone that is complaining about this game SHUT UP Capcom worked so hard to get this game to us. Personally i believe this might be one of the best in the series godforbid a gaming company to switch up the horror. RE6 was a mess so they decided to go back to the roots and give us something we all wanted yeah it has its problems like any other game but i loved the hell out of it. I see so many reviews saying RE6 was better????? like come ON BROS. Actual review now: The story was fairly interesting and kept me interested throughout the game finding out the truth behind Mia and the Bakers was honestly pretty cool. Of course it could have had more depth but they had the perfect blend of story and horror which was great. The gameplay is cool i enjoy the first person aspect the horror kinda does go away at one point when you get the big guns but it's still there and it feels kick ass shooting down those sons of **** The atmosphere captured what the game was going for extremely well and i was never sure what was going to be in the next room or previous rooms which i loved. All in all after reading all the negative reviews i'm really surprised so many people are so ignorant to new ideas and to breathing fresh air into the RE series. BECAUSE 6 DID SO WELL RIGHT? Give capcom a break i believe they really out did themselves with this game and i highly recommend it to anyone who's into horror. Don't let the negative reviews influence your decision on buying this game it's honestly a great game. Especially with all the free DLC we will be getting in the next couple of weeks. Get this game.… Expand
  70. Matt4eva11
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    The goes out to both the Veterans of the series and the Newcomers. Resident Evil 7, is on par with the originals, and it really is a shame to see all the negative reviews around this game from "veterans" of the series simply because of the new perspective. The exact same thing with Resident Evil 4 and that is the best in the series with this only a few places behind that one. This isThe goes out to both the Veterans of the series and the Newcomers. Resident Evil 7, is on par with the originals, and it really is a shame to see all the negative reviews around this game from "veterans" of the series simply because of the new perspective. The exact same thing with Resident Evil 4 and that is the best in the series with this only a few places behind that one. This is coming from someone who can be considered both a veteran aswell as newcomer as i enjoyed the old games despite not growing up with them. This is the honest score for this game. It is amazing, Scary, doesn't require too much prior knowledge so newcomers can pick it up, AND it literaly is the originals, just a different camera and a better inventory system… Expand
  71. bigcheese53535
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Amazing game; very refreshing entry to the franchise and the VR is really fun. Ignore the derpy ass troll reviews here. Mostly just 30 year old derp derps living in their moms basement who prob still play PS1 Resident Evil and jerk off to it
  72. Chia6251
    Jan 24, 2017
    6
    They tried very hard to re-invent the wheel. I played Biohazard 1-6 enjoyed them all. 3 was by far my favorite one. The thing is the first two had a good mix of puzzle, dread, and action whereas 5 and 6 focused more on pure action and had taken out the sense of dread completely. Let me say the game is not the type of resident evil you're used to if you've played any of the previousThey tried very hard to re-invent the wheel. I played Biohazard 1-6 enjoyed them all. 3 was by far my favorite one. The thing is the first two had a good mix of puzzle, dread, and action whereas 5 and 6 focused more on pure action and had taken out the sense of dread completely. Let me say the game is not the type of resident evil you're used to if you've played any of the previous titles... It serves almost identically as Alien Isolation where its a 1st person narrative with no actual Plot. You figure out how to dodge enemies, hide, and memorize routes between areas. We've played these types of games before challenging? No. Good for a scare? yes. Replay value? 0. The moment you finish this game its like watching a bad movie. You've experienced it once and you aren't going to waste time doing it over from scratch again. No multiplayer, no REAL content. 60 dollar price tag for 5 hours of game content. Overall it'll drop down to 20 bucks at Gamestop when all the returns come pouring in GUARANTEED. After you beat it its just going to collect dust on your shelf. Trust me in this review wait until its 20 bucks. This isn't really a Resident Evil game by far. It serves as a stand alone project. No affiliation with the other games what so ever. Do not give in to all these other bias reviews for you to drop 60 bucks. It really isn't that amazing.… Expand
  73. vgmkyle
    Jan 24, 2017
    7
    These are the types of reviews that can cause you to believe developers are paying "video game critics" for high scores. So the VR is bad, the bosses are bad and it's only 10-12 hours first play through. This game plays painfully mediocre, doesn't look nearly as good as something like Final Fantasy XV and it's kind of boring.
  74. CielleSword
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    I remember sitting in the living room with my step mom as she played the first resident evil and now I am sitting here playing Resident Evil 7 with my girlfriend understanding how it feels to be on the other side of the controller. When you talk about atmosphere you will now reference this resident evil game in tandem with the first one. its eerie, graphic and intense. Some events thatI remember sitting in the living room with my step mom as she played the first resident evil and now I am sitting here playing Resident Evil 7 with my girlfriend understanding how it feels to be on the other side of the controller. When you talk about atmosphere you will now reference this resident evil game in tandem with the first one. its eerie, graphic and intense. Some events that happen don't feel like something that you should have let happen yet its just a part of the game. There are multiple ways to do things in this game and its a GREAT follow up to the anticipation of the canceled PT (that everyone related the demo to) and yet it does not feel as though its piggy backing too hard on the hype of it.

    sit back and... well... I was going to say relax and play this one but... its not relaxing. its spoopy fun.    … Expand
  75. Zastin
    Jan 24, 2017
    4
    I went into this game not expecting much since it just seemed liked Capcom were so incompetent they had to copy Outlast, have a dull pathetic MC and a Silent Hill 2 reason for his motivation for traveling there. I got more than expected and not in a good way. This game felt like a walking simulator most of the time with little to do but wander around trying to find something to do withI went into this game not expecting much since it just seemed liked Capcom were so incompetent they had to copy Outlast, have a dull pathetic MC and a Silent Hill 2 reason for his motivation for traveling there. I got more than expected and not in a good way. This game felt like a walking simulator most of the time with little to do but wander around trying to find something to do with *sigh* 'scary' noises or run away and when I find a press a button prompt within the household and several other places it's just to look at something in detail for no reason (I know certain items matter of course, but I'm talking about things like the pictures) so The Order 1886 comes to mind just a little less pointless stuff.

    The POV being 1st person was just frustrating. It's supposed to be scary because it's a complete blind spot I get it, but whenever you're in combat (not that it happens much) you have no idea on the speed or distance of an enemy since you can't see behind you a little like in 3rd person. It's also infuriating having attacks received that hit you and don't can be completely random judging from what you see.

    Something I do like though is Ethan's reactions to other boss characters comments since they are what I'd say exactly in that situation like a good ol' F U. Lastly I find myself puzzle as to why this is called Resident Evil/biohazard when it should be its own individual title considering how it is.    … Expand
  76. peteraff1
    Jan 24, 2017
    8
    I'm sure the atmosphere created in this game could work much better in third person. But the game itself finally restores some of its raises. It's amazing how similar to the environments of Resident Evil 1 and Resident Evil 4. The story and narrative has its flaws but this one undoubtedly is one of the best RE in the series.
  77. MaathCroft
    Jan 24, 2017
    4
    Um jogo bem mediano. Na minha opinião, é um otimo jogo de terror, mas se tratando de um RE, pecou e muito! Não vi volta nemhuma as origems, pleo contrario, vi foi uma forte inspiração em Outlast, coisa que nao é ruim, porem, RE numca precisou copiar nimguem, ele sempre foi o "copiado".
  78. AndrePeniche
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    Best Resident Evil since the 1st one! It is great to see the universe from a perspective of a victim, not Special Forces or Umbrella. A must-play and definitely a step back on the right direction for the series! Bring VIII!
  79. Caerleon
    Jan 24, 2017
    6
    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.
  80. rodrigooh182
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    It's a great step for the resident evil series, it has his failures but the history is good enough to catch your attention. The main character Ethan is totally forgetful and also the final battle. Also i think capcom is going on the right direction.
  81. tyranno
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    finaly a good resident evil game after re 6 witch was quite bad but this game brings the game back to its root of real survival horror instead of just an action game .
  82. BmmTV
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Uau , Finalmente a Capcom conseguiu trazer de volta Resident Evil!
    Apesar de ter pequenos defeitos o jogo é ótimo!
    O Gráfico não é o melhor da Geração mas continua sendo incrível!
    A Jogabilidade assim como qualquer RE é Muito Funcional , Além do Fator Replay
    do Jogo que é muito bom pelo menos pra mim!
  83. dufake
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    A good horror game as its own, but it has the wrong name. The psychology horror works well in silent hill universe, but it's silly in RE universe. This could be a great spin-off, but they just abandon two loyal fanbases. They are original fanbase of RE1, RE2 , RE3, and the action horror fanbase of RE4, RE5 and RE6. I can see that RE7, RE8 and RE9 will be VR games, and once it gets old. TheA good horror game as its own, but it has the wrong name. The psychology horror works well in silent hill universe, but it's silly in RE universe. This could be a great spin-off, but they just abandon two loyal fanbases. They are original fanbase of RE1, RE2 , RE3, and the action horror fanbase of RE4, RE5 and RE6. I can see that RE7, RE8 and RE9 will be VR games, and once it gets old. The cycle will repeat.… Expand
  84. Pazzoutboy41
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    This game is awesome I've enjoyed everything minute of this game I can't help but laugh at theses so called gamers saying it's not a true resident evil game when the developers made it very clear that it is it's all connected and finally a res evil that makes me jump again yes is it better in vr you bet but I've noticed a lot of games are this game reminds me more of the first 2 games thenThis game is awesome I've enjoyed everything minute of this game I can't help but laugh at theses so called gamers saying it's not a true resident evil game when the developers made it very clear that it is it's all connected and finally a res evil that makes me jump again yes is it better in vr you bet but I've noticed a lot of games are this game reminds me more of the first 2 games then any of the rest come on 4-6 were predictable not scary average third person shooters if you want your Chrisy back so bad then watch one of the terrible cartoons you prob think is good this game get an 11 from me so glad resident evil decided to give people a little scare and is the best psvr game on the market… Expand
  85. Blackbox20
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    So if you have a purist streak in you, you'll likely hate this game on principle. If you don't then get on down to the bayou and have yourself a spooky time friend! This is an amazing game, and the only complaint a person can level at it is that it's different from the way resident evil has always been. I've never cared for many of those games past the original, so for me, bring inSo if you have a purist streak in you, you'll likely hate this game on principle. If you don't then get on down to the bayou and have yourself a spooky time friend! This is an amazing game, and the only complaint a person can level at it is that it's different from the way resident evil has always been. I've never cared for many of those games past the original, so for me, bring in Resident Evil is back and better than ever. The series has finally returned to its classic roots and does it with a modern style that perfectly blends past resident evil with modern horror gaming. I wish I could give this game an… Expand
  86. pedropp
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    A Capcom não cumpriu o que prometeu, RE 7 é um jogo que lembra Evil Dead, cheio de sangue, mas com uma historia ruim e facilmente esquecível
    Por favor em RE 8 não cometam os mesmos erros
  87. Redstripe420
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    First of all this is supposed to be fun!? I didn't know **** your pants and changing your underwear was part of the game. This game is **** terrifying... I could only play this **** for like an hour before I was covered in sweat and stressed the **** out.

    They need to change the name of the game though to heart attack VR, this **** made me jump so bad that I legit got a cramp in my leg,    First of all this is supposed to be fun!? I didn't know **** your pants and changing your underwear was part of the game. This game is **** terrifying... I could only play this **** for like an hour before I was covered in sweat and stressed the **** out.

    They need to change the name of the game though to heart attack VR, this **** made me jump so bad that I legit got a cramp in my leg, I **** felt like that Peter Griffin GIF when he hurt his knee.

    Idk if I'll ever beat this game to be honest because I'm terrified as a mother ****er to play it but I'll definitely jave a blast having other people play it that come over.    … Expand
  88. Sebamond
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    To resume, it's a generic first person horror game, not Resident Evil, and a boring one too: walk simulator with inventory, that's what the point and click games are, and there are really good ones. Why first person? well, for the PSVR of course, it was not necessary but they've implemented this trying to sell the latest 'throw up' technology.
  89. Bucketninja
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    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.
  90. Morgue63
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Beautifully Horrific.

    Resident Evil is back and better than ever. The series has finally returned to its classic roots and does it with a modern style that perfectly blends past resident evil with modern horror gaming. I wish I could give this game an 11/10

    Instant Classic
  91. nahuelmartini
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    Please!!! This is not Resident Evil. This so boring. Im waiting the RE2 remake. I hate this first person mode. Please return to the bases. The spirit of the RE its not here in this game.
  92. rafa009
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    Não imagino Resident 7 terá força suficiente para manter os jogos em primeira pessoa .... os sustos são bons mas a historia e a jogabilidade são limitadas
  93. rui10
    Jan 24, 2017
    1
    RE 7 veio com a proposta de voltar as raizes com o horror ... Contudo aqueles chefes são tudo menos assustadores ... eles brincam com você o tempo inteiro e tiram quase toda a tensão do jogo .... Fora que o protagonista é digno dos filmes da Alice e de todas as maluquices dos jogos anteriores ... Voltar as raizes nem sempre significa ser bom
  94. cas514
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    First Person Perspective was a very bad move. Such a boring game.. another walking simulator thats suppose to be considered "horror", with lame jump scares and lame visuals. I enjoyed RE 4, 5 and even 6 way more than this, yea even RE6 had its moments. Message to Capcom, bring back the Third Person Perspective, there are over a billion lazy first person perspective "Horror" games out inFirst Person Perspective was a very bad move. Such a boring game.. another walking simulator thats suppose to be considered "horror", with lame jump scares and lame visuals. I enjoyed RE 4, 5 and even 6 way more than this, yea even RE6 had its moments. Message to Capcom, bring back the Third Person Perspective, there are over a billion lazy first person perspective "Horror" games out in the market, your not Silent Hills. Some of us actually loved the over the top nature of the RE games so bring that back, Even tho I know you wont because like most first person games, I know how cheap this game was to make.… Expand
  95. Danorganplayer
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Return to the oldschool Resident Evil style. Exploration, save rooms, item boxes, inventory management, gore, horror.... Resident Evil feels great again.
  96. bluedb
    Jan 24, 2017
    4
    Forgotten characters, only Mia was good.
    Fight with bosses, ridiculous and confusing.
    First-person camera is horrible.
    Incomplete history with holes for DLC.
    Simple and unexplained ending.
    Cool ambience, but bosses make lots of jokes that take away the terror.
  97. ACMegabits
    Jan 24, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El Juego llega a tener lo que hace a un resident evil pero voy a destacar los puntos mas favorables y desfavorables.
    [+]Lleva la esencia de tener que volver para atrás y abrir zonas que no se podían acceder, mediante un mecanismo que se uso mucho como el de llaves con distintos símbolos.
    [+]Su Atmósfera es muy bueno con tonos oscuros y sucios de ese filtro de su nuevo motor gráfico y con su sonido que te mete muy bien en el juego.
    [+]Su Jugabilidad es bastante buena en cuanto cantidad de armas que puedes usar, forma de tener que decidir si tener que hacer medicina o balas, falla algún punto como las mejoras del personaje. Lograron hacer un juego en primera persona bastante bueno con algún error (Jack baker sus ataques algunas veces te atraviesan) pero bueno
    [+/-]La historia me pareció bastante interesante pensando en recatar a mia, pero cuando la encontramos al principio ya dejo de ser una misión de recate a tener que escapar de la casa de los bakers (me parece que tiene un inicio un poco aburrido)
    [+/-]Su ubicación me gusta la atmósfera que se da en un pantano (Luisiana), los sectores de la casa están muy cuidados para que se puedan crear atajos y no es complejo para no quedar atascado, lo que si me parece que algunas zonas hay puertas innecesarias como donde se libra la batalla con Jack Baker, hay dos puertas una necesitas una llave cualquiera y otra una llave de serpiente. cuando consigue dicha llave es puerta solo te deja pasar a otra zona que habías explorado podría se un atajo pero te lo dan muy tarde, hubiera sido mejor un puerta de esta cerrada del otro lado.
    [+/-]Su personaje principal Ethan, yo creo que se hecha de menos esta entrega a los personajes clásicos pero Capcom quiere dar paso a personajes que no son nada del otro mundo solo personas normales, no gusto que Capcom no quiere que nos encariñemos con Ethan, como los demos personajes de la saga
    [-]Los enemigos, hay una cantidad muy baja en cuanto a variedad. los Bakers son enemigos recurrentes no están nada mal, pero los molded son los mismo con diferentes particularidades (pero son 3 o 4 tipos)
    [-]Su Duración es un poco corta de 10Hs-15Hs, (las 15 horas si lo terminas al completo)

    En fin que me pareció un juego Muy bueno en el cual la gente no creía y dice ser copia de otro juego del genero, pero llego a tener su esencia Resident Evil.    … Expand
  98. Josefff
    Jan 24, 2017
    0
    Generic first person horror game, no real exploration, easy puzzles, no charismatic characters, no real Resident Evil lore, lazy ass and cheap location, game looks cheap, better play Outlast honestly.
  99. Troslero
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    this game is awsome. re7 back to origins.game play, story, music and atmosphire is great, and the similarity to the first three games (besides the view shift) is astounding. I feel like I'm exploring Spencer Mansion again except in a big plantation setting.
  100. fgfullgaming31
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    For those people who want a true survival horror RE7 is your choice! Don´t listen to people saying this isn´t resident evil! because it´s on first person! shame on that people who don´t know nothing! RE7 is true to de first 4 games but with another perspective! RE7 is the true horror! the best horror game of this generation until this date! people hate the game because they don´t considerFor those people who want a true survival horror RE7 is your choice! Don´t listen to people saying this isn´t resident evil! because it´s on first person! shame on that people who don´t know nothing! RE7 is true to de first 4 games but with another perspective! RE7 is the true horror! the best horror game of this generation until this date! people hate the game because they don´t consider it as a RE but they didn´t even play and don´t understand that there is a a connection!… Expand
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#18 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#4 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

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