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  1. Jun 17, 2017
    9
    I Just finished the game and i'm surprised. The Game don't have zombies, but is more Resident Evil than 5 and 6, for sure. The people who are hating this game never played the first ones, cause all the elements of the first resident evil's are there. Resident evil is not a shooter, is a survivor horror. I´m glad capcom have the guts to go back with the elements that made the name of thisI Just finished the game and i'm surprised. The Game don't have zombies, but is more Resident Evil than 5 and 6, for sure. The people who are hating this game never played the first ones, cause all the elements of the first resident evil's are there. Resident evil is not a shooter, is a survivor horror. I´m glad capcom have the guts to go back with the elements that made the name of this great franchise. Expand
  2. 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.
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  3. Feb 2, 2017
    9
    This using PSPro and VR... This is the best VR title I have played, graphically it's not perfect but a lot of the little touches really draw you into a rich immersive and brown trouser experience. Gun play is good and you really learn to make every shot count with the minimal ammo drops you find. I have got about 12 hours play so far and I haven't been trying to speed run it preferring toThis using PSPro and VR... This is the best VR title I have played, graphically it's not perfect but a lot of the little touches really draw you into a rich immersive and brown trouser experience. Gun play is good and you really learn to make every shot count with the minimal ammo drops you find. I have got about 12 hours play so far and I haven't been trying to speed run it preferring to take the time and try to see as much as possible.... 9/10 Expand
  4. Feb 12, 2017
    9
    While I enjoyed RE 5 and 6 more than most, there is no question that this is the best in the series since 4. It's easily the scariest since then. I am not a fan of 1st person shooters in general so I was wary when they decided to make the change (obviously so they could tack on VR, which i haven't tried). Thankfully, it works well and I never felt like I wasn't playing a Resident EvilWhile I enjoyed RE 5 and 6 more than most, there is no question that this is the best in the series since 4. It's easily the scariest since then. I am not a fan of 1st person shooters in general so I was wary when they decided to make the change (obviously so they could tack on VR, which i haven't tried). Thankfully, it works well and I never felt like I wasn't playing a Resident Evil game. There were a few times when I got killed because of a lack of peripheral, and Ethan isn't quick enough to dodge attacks (especially in boss fights), but it wasn't a huge problem overall. Also, am I the only one who HATES clicking the L stick to run? Anyway, it's a fantastic game and creepy as hell. I'd probably give it an 8.5, but lets roundup. Expand
  5. Mar 2, 2017
    9
    A surprising game. It's a game you'll enjoy even if you don't like First Person based games (like me). The game has a fair difficulty (on Normal mode), good offer of in-game resources and never gets unfair. Good visuals, gameplay and environmental sounds that will crack your spine. Another good thing is the characters, specially the Baker family. They are the best villains of the series,A surprising game. It's a game you'll enjoy even if you don't like First Person based games (like me). The game has a fair difficulty (on Normal mode), good offer of in-game resources and never gets unfair. Good visuals, gameplay and environmental sounds that will crack your spine. Another good thing is the characters, specially the Baker family. They are the best villains of the series, along with Nemesis. It's a game anyone can't miss Expand
  6. Feb 1, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a glorious return to survival horror yet it contains dated elements from older games. RE7 is one of my favorite games in the Resident Evil franchise. People claiming this is not a true Resident Evil experience are dead wrong.
    The game plays like classic Resident Evil games where you are forced to survive biological monsters in a single location. Here you play
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a glorious return to survival horror yet it contains dated elements from older games. RE7 is one of my favorite games in the Resident Evil franchise. People claiming this is not a true Resident Evil experience are dead wrong.
    The game plays like classic Resident Evil games where you are forced to survive biological monsters in a single location. Here you play as Ethan Winters an average Joe who comes to a creepy plantation run by the sinister Baker family in Dulvey Louisiana in search of his missing wife. The story is very simple and not overcomplicated unlike the previous games. New players can play this as this first RE game without having played the previous. The game ends with many unanswered questions and plot holes that I hope will answered in the free DLC coming up. The game tells an overall good simple story that was nothing special.
    RE7 has gameplay that is great but needs some updating. The game contains save rooms along with item boxes that were used in the early titles of the series. The player can also craft chem fluids to create health kits, standard ammunition as well as special ammunition throughout the game. I liked the game’s crafting system but found the save rooms not very useful due to implementation of auto saving checkpoints throughout the game. Save rooms were an important part of the franchise’s early history but seems archaic compared to modern horrors games. The exploration is easily the best part of RE7’s gameplay. The game rewards the player for exploration by rewarding them with more story details and playable VHS tapes. The game’s puzzles are well done and simple and do not stop the free flowing nature of the gameplay. Item management is crucial part of surviving the horrors in RE7 and I am happy to see their return here. The boss fights are hit or miss. Some where you would have a one on one encounter with one of the members of the Baker family can be very intense and uncomfortable. I wish that they have scrapped the giant mutant boss fights the game has. These boss fights lack subtlety the rest of the game has and belong in an action game rather than a horror focused title. When the player is not fighting the Bakers the player fights monsters called molded. Ethan is armed with a knife, pistol, shotgun, flamethrower to name a few of the weapons. I found that by the end of the game I was given more weapons than I thought was necessary. I feel that even though it may be a series tradition combat should be dropped in future installments or left only for boss encounters.
    RE7 has some of the best graphics I have seen in a game. It uses Capcom’s new RE Engine that uses advanced photogrammetry to design detailed characters and environments. The character and monsters are realistic and detailed adding to the scares and immersion. The game’s gore is horrifically detailed and so are the horrifically grimey filled environments. RE7 has some great environments but some are more miss than hit. The beginning of the game which takes place in the guest house is darkly detailed absolutely beautiful in the worse kind of ways looking very photorealistic while the main Baker mansion building looks too colorful or drab at times. The excessive colors make the characters and environment look much faker and take away from the impressive photogrammetry the developers worked so hard on. The game looks its best in dingy and filthy environments but looks less immersive in cleaner, brightly lit environments which show off the game's graphical flaws. RE7 besides having the visuals down has some great ambient sound effects that help strengthen the game's immersion such as the noise of creaky wood and the gusts of wind outside. Other than a few small technical problems such as texture pop in, some occasional blurry textures, and slow load times RE7 is a technical wonder.
    RE7 features many disturbing violent moments that definitely add to the fear factor but I was not very scared during my playthrough. The Baker Family can be cartoony and ridiculous at times. I found the family members of Jack and Lucas by far the least scary with their goofy over the top accents and cringe worthy one liners they constantly spout. Ironically, I feel like the game felt too much like a classic RE game at times and wish that they added more elements from newer horror games such as Outlast.
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard is a great horror game that should be played by all fans of the survival horror genre. RE7 is definitely not a perfect game that suffers from dated gameplay features and concepts from older RE games that take away a bit from the horror. But what the game succeeds in by innovating horror games through its new game engine far outways minor issues the game faces. RE7 has put the series on the right path and is one of the best AAA survival horror games of the current generation.

    8.5/10: Great
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  7. Jan 28, 2019
    9
    Прошел игру с огромным интересом. Хотелось бы немного больше о сюжете, так как информации с ноутбуков и записок немного недостаточно на мой взгляд. Отдельно хочу отметить старуху в коляске. Невероятно продумано! (кто прошел до конца поймет)Прошел игру с огромным интересом. Хотелось бы немного больше о сюжете, так как информации с ноутбуков и записок немного недостаточно на мой взгляд. Отдельно хочу отметить старуху в коляске. Невероятно продумано! (кто прошел до конца поймет)
  8. 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.
  9. Feb 7, 2017
    9
    Amazing game. The story was brilliant and it has a creepy feel to it which some of the more recent games had lacked. The game was a bit short as I completed it first time in under ten hours but the quality of the story made it worth it. Also, it is terrifying on the vr which just adds a bit extra if you want to scare yourself!
  10. Feb 5, 2017
    9
    This is for sure among the best titles I have played on PS4. The thrills here are real, the attention to detail admirable, and the story interesting enough to be remembered. I played it traditionally (as in not in VR) and loved it all the same. Beautiful and bold work, CAPCOM. You truly brought innovative and horrifyingly wonderful new life into the Resident Evil franchise.
  11. Jan 24, 2017
    9
    A great revamp of the series. Every so often a game series goes through an identity crisis, and thus change is needed. Yes the first person element is new, but It works really well. This game is real survival horror, and while it didnt scare me towards the end of the game, the atmosphere is presents had me putting my controller down for a bit
  12. Jan 30, 2017
    9
    I played this game in VR and must say it is great in both VR and regular. The horror and eery feeling stays with you throughout and you stay hooked throughout the game. Perfect survival game that makes you feel helpless and yet allows for weapons to be useful still. I hate horror games and jump scares, but this game has convinced me to change my opinion. Must buy in my opinion.
  13. Jan 28, 2017
    9
    At first glance this doesn't even feel like a Resident Evil game. The classic RE characters are nowhere to be seen, and there are no zombies in sight. Without a few recycled puzzles from the previous games and an occasional reference, you would never guess you're playing Resident Evil. Despite all that, I'm gonna say this is the best Resident Evil since the PS1 era.

    The environments are
    At first glance this doesn't even feel like a Resident Evil game. The classic RE characters are nowhere to be seen, and there are no zombies in sight. Without a few recycled puzzles from the previous games and an occasional reference, you would never guess you're playing Resident Evil. Despite all that, I'm gonna say this is the best Resident Evil since the PS1 era.

    The environments are beautiful and disgusting all at once. Great use of light and shadows intuitively guides you through the levels, and memorable set pieces ensure you don't get lost despite the maze-like structure of the buildings. The atmosphere is dark and oppressive, with great pacing and build-up leading to rather scarce but all the more powerful jump scares. The monsters are disturbing yet cool, and the sound design is simply fantastic. More than once did this game make me wish I owned a VR headset - and simultaneously feel grateful for not having one. I also particularly appreciated the VHS mechanic that foreshadows future events. It's smart and very well done. Add to it great, responsive controls and you have one fine game on your hands.

    If you're a survival horror fan, this is a must-play title for you. Yes, it's a little short (hence the 9 instead of 10), but it's intense and really, really fun. It just makes me a little sad. If this game is so good, imagine what Silent Hills could've been like if Konami didn't cancel it. I'm just glad Capcom stepped in and filled the void.
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  14. 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.
  15. Sep 13, 2021
    9
    A great horror game and a must play, but not a Resident Evil game,this should've been a spin off RE game at best.
  16. 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
  17. Jun 21, 2017
    9
    This game is a return to form for Resident Evil. It feels very much like the original three titles, but achieves a far more frightening experience. The detail is incredible, the sound design is perfectly done and the game is soaked in atmosphere. I really felt like it was the perfect horror game experience. Play this game alone at night with either headphones or surround sound cranked upThis game is a return to form for Resident Evil. It feels very much like the original three titles, but achieves a far more frightening experience. The detail is incredible, the sound design is perfectly done and the game is soaked in atmosphere. I really felt like it was the perfect horror game experience. Play this game alone at night with either headphones or surround sound cranked up and you will be jumping out of your seat. It does a great job drawing inspiration from various horror movie styles, and balances some excellent in your face jump scares with the slow burning tension of subtle creaks and groans. Being that this title is more like the early resident evils the gameplay is more in the scouring of items, inventory management and exploration through expository story telling and puzzles than the actual combat. This is no gameplay tour de force like Resident Evil 4, If you go in expecting that you will be disapointed. It is clunky and slow paced on purpose. But what it does it does really well, namely drawing you into exploration and scaring your pants off. I felt the game had a perfect length as well, and some minor incentives to jump back in for a second play-through. All in all in my opinion exactly what the franchise needed. Side note I can only imagine what playing this alone at night in the dark with VR would be like. Expand
  18. Jun 19, 2017
    9
    The return to horror with the new Resident Evil, and it does just that. The game is extremely well polished and terrifying. I feel like they finally listened and they see people response to this has been overwhelming positive. i sure hope they continue this trend.
  19. Jan 26, 2017
    9
    I've only played a few hours, but in that short time I can't speak highly enough of RE7. Yes, it is a stark departure from Resident Evil of old, but the complaints about that are trivial. It abandoned Resident Evil norms for something better: a visceral survival-horror experience and a return to form that Capcom hasn't displayed since, arguably, the very first Resident Evil.

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

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

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

    Overall, it is terrifying, visually stunning in a grotesque way, the story is compelling, the location is already legendary in my pantheon of horror... I could go on. If you like scaring yourself silly in a beautiful and captivating way, get this game ASAP.
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  20. Jun 4, 2018
    9
    Non VR: 8/10
    VR: 10/10 (immersion is huge, look to aim, looking around corners, etc)
    Split the difference. The level design of Resident Evil 7 is exceptional, meaningful item placement and levels you'll run over a few times and get used to. The bosses who stalk you throughout the game are very charismatic, intimidating, and unique from each other. The boss fights itself are also good
    Non VR: 8/10
    VR: 10/10 (immersion is huge, look to aim, looking around corners, etc)
    Split the difference.

    The level design of Resident Evil 7 is exceptional, meaningful item placement and levels you'll run over a few times and get used to.
    The bosses who stalk you throughout the game are very charismatic, intimidating, and unique from each other. The boss fights itself are also good and do some interesting things.
    The regular mobs are the same (like 3-4 types) but they are serviceable.

    Has replay values through unlock-ables, speed run (beating the game in a certain amount gives you an unlock-able), higher difficulties, and just the sheer quality of the game (especially in VR)

    Go in blind, if it's too scary in VR then alternate with a friend irl, and enjoy one of the best games of 2017, along with the best resident evil game to date (in VR)
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  21. Aug 7, 2017
    9
    Played this using the VR. Amazing, VR gives a whole new definition to horror games haha! Definitely some moments where it's pretty " ayyyyy." Graphics are pretty degraded for VR but I honestly could careless. Great story, decent mechanics. If you're up for something different; this game is worth a shot.
  22. Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Capcom seriously killed it this time! I would love to see this game remastered in the future for VR.
  23. Feb 4, 2017
    9
    I enjoy this game. My favorite are Resi 1,2,3 and Zero but this episode is good too. Because little bit old little bit new and little bit shooter little bit puzzle. It's a good mixture for all players.
  24. Sep 14, 2019
    9
    I like the atmosphere so much in this game. Some people didn't like it because it's a fps but it didn't bother me. It can be actually scary at times but I would say it's still reasonable. Cool puzzles. All bosses are different.
  25. 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.
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  26. Mar 17, 2017
    9
    Resident Evil 7 is absolutely fantastic. After the last few underwhelming titles of the Resident Evil series, this completely changes the gameplay and focuses a lot more on horror. After the fantastic demo, I had very high expectations for this game, and it definitely delivered.

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

    The story is very compelling and interesting, the voice acting is great (for the most part), the combat is heart-racing and teeth-wrenching, and there are clever nods to other characters from the franchise. Overall, one of the best horror games I've ever played.
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  27. May 3, 2021
    9
    Una obra maestra del survival horror, plagado de referencias del cine de terror clase b lo vuelve altamente disfrutable para cualquier fan del género.
    En cuanto a gameplay y mecánicas es sublime y se sigue sintiendo como un RE a su manera, no cabe ninguna duda que este soft reboot es la mejor decisión que ha tomado capcom para la serie
  28. Aug 12, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i loved this game ,, ,at the start of the game i had feeling of watching chainsaw movie but as as you more you progress more you experience old resident evil atmosphere ,at the end of game ,, you want to experience more of this game ...
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  29. Jan 28, 2017
    9
    Mix of old and new. In this aspect it's similar to DOOM2016. It has a lot of replayability and it's very speedrun friendly. Bosses fights are very intense and hard, especially on Madhouse mode. One thing I didn't enjoy were puzzles. It's either puzzle shadow repeated 5 times, or find three, easy findable keys to open the door. Also pacing is too fast and you can't fully enjoy fighting withMix of old and new. In this aspect it's similar to DOOM2016. It has a lot of replayability and it's very speedrun friendly. Bosses fights are very intense and hard, especially on Madhouse mode. One thing I didn't enjoy were puzzles. It's either puzzle shadow repeated 5 times, or find three, easy findable keys to open the door. Also pacing is too fast and you can't fully enjoy fighting with nemesis kind of characters (the Bakers) beacuse their "episode" ends too soon. Don't listen to negative reviews. They are either kids who like action packed RE games and they just enjoy ridiculous superhero characters, or they are retarded Outlast fans. BTW there is free downloadable episode coming this spring called "Not a Hero" that will feature returning character as protagonist. Expand
  30. Feb 17, 2019
    9
    Gameplay/Mechanics: 9
    Sound/Music: 9
    Graphics/Art: 9
    Story/Atmosphere: 9
    OVERALL: 9/10
Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 96 out of 100
  2. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  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]