Resident Evil HD Remaster

 PlayStation 4
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1069 Ratings

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  1. guiletheguiles
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    This is not only how I imagined RE1 when I first played it, back when I was a kid, but also better. Everything about it. The mansion, the new surprises, the graphics, the silly/scary story, the atmosphere, combat, unlockables, sound... Absolutely amazing.
    The only bad things, in my opinion, are the cameras, tank controls and the whole inventory system. It makes for a tense experience, but    This is not only how I imagined RE1 when I first played it, back when I was a kid, but also better. Everything about it. The mansion, the new surprises, the graphics, the silly/scary story, the atmosphere, combat, unlockables, sound... Absolutely amazing.
    The only bad things, in my opinion, are the cameras, tank controls and the whole inventory system. It makes for a tense experience, but a dated one, a little.
    But don't let that break you. This game is a masterpiece!    … Expand
  2. MaxPayneIsGod
    May 11, 2022
    8
    A game that has truly stood the test of time.
    The scares and tension are all there, I'm so glad I finally played through it.
    If you appreciate decent horror games you owe it to yourself to play this
  3. tonyneculai
    Nov 30, 2018
    9
    This is the first resident evil I play. It was a bit hard to get used to the annoying controls and the fixed cameras but it was worth it. An old game, but really really good, frightening, sometimes unexpected events occur, rare dull moments, difficult puzzles. The fixed cameras give a more intense game as you rarely see what is around you in the same room:) I played the game on the highestThis is the first resident evil I play. It was a bit hard to get used to the annoying controls and the fixed cameras but it was worth it. An old game, but really really good, frightening, sometimes unexpected events occur, rare dull moments, difficult puzzles. The fixed cameras give a more intense game as you rarely see what is around you in the same room:) I played the game on the highest difficulty and that gave the game a better experience as was difficult to save often, less ammo etc. Great sound in the game, and the design of the mansion can be used to do nowadays horror movies. Great game… Expand
  4. kyle20ellis
    Mar 17, 2022
    8
    Games get it right when it comes to remakes (or at least most of them do). Hollywood could use a few lessons when it comes to video games in many ways.

    While the original 1996 version was an amazing game, and my first foray into the Survival Horror Genre, this game is far superior in many ways. The graphics are much better, and still hold up to this day considering this is a 2002    Games get it right when it comes to remakes (or at least most of them do). Hollywood could use a few lessons when it comes to video games in many ways.

    While the original 1996 version was an amazing game, and my first foray into the Survival Horror Genre, this game is far superior in many ways. The graphics are much better, and still hold up to this day considering this is a 2002 Gamecube Port. Of course graphics have gotten a lot better than this since, but unlike the original it does hold up greatly. The gameplay is a lot better than the original, and just as frustrating but in that good kind of way if you know what I mean.

    The story is expanded upon and more things are added it while keeping most of the original work, although it does change up quite a few things which is nice because you expect something to happen because it did in the original game but instead something entirely different takes place, keeping it new and fresh for us longtime fans.

    The soundtrack is amazing from music to ambience. There's nothing like running down a dark hallway after being scared out of your mind from a zombie to jumping at the sound of thunder in the distance. There are a few new enemies to contend with, as well as all the original ones. The Crimson Heads are quite intense, which reminds me make sure to burn all the zombie corpses in places that you will frequent often (you can thank me later).

    The game still has that B Horror quality about it, but sadly the original did a much better job in that department. While this one still has that feel, the acting isn't as bad which is what made the original so loveable. Now don't get me wrong the acting in this game isn't Academy Award Winning and at many times is pretty bad, it just doesn't have that original feel.

    All in all this was a great experience and it was fun to jump back into the world that opened my eyes to horror gaming. If you're fan of the original or a newcomer this is an amazing game for you to explore. However, I do recommend playing the original (if you haven't already). I will be playing this game again very soon. I have only done the Jill storyline, but I am sure the Chris story is just as engaging.

    I played this on the PS4.    … Expand
  5. Borgoros
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    Remaster done in a fantastic way of an all time creepy 90's classic. I would love a remake of this, but the mansion and tension here is perfect for a remaster.
  6. Serpico
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    No hay que decir sobre este clásico de clásicos, más que es una gran adaptación del Resident Evil original de 1996, con excelente diseño de escenarios, acertijos y enemigos. Una historia con distintas variantes de acuerdo a las decisiones que tomes, diversos modos de juego y una atmosfera inquietante y terrorífica. Si eres fan de Resident Evil, este videojuego debería estar a tu top 3.
  7. Johannus
    Jan 30, 2020
    9
    It is really outdated game. The resolution is poor, the camera does not show your opponents 50% of time, the story is simple and silly - it is obvious that the game is old. My wife even asked me how can I play this in 2020. However, somehow I was scared most of the time and quite enjoyed it. Except for the really easy final boss fight. Immediately after RE1 I started to play Resident EvilIt is really outdated game. The resolution is poor, the camera does not show your opponents 50% of time, the story is simple and silly - it is obvious that the game is old. My wife even asked me how can I play this in 2020. However, somehow I was scared most of the time and quite enjoyed it. Except for the really easy final boss fight. Immediately after RE1 I started to play Resident Evil 2 Remaster which is "somehow" much much better game. RE1 is something like Silent Hill 1 or 2 - these days it is outdated, but still great horror games.… Expand
  8. egoBorder
    Aug 2, 2019
    8
    A great game that holds up even today, but not all of it has aged gracefully. Even in this remake, some game design choices are frustrating. And not all of the visuals get makeover: the CG cutscenes are notoriously compressed and ugly. But let's face it: Resident Evil is a true classic, and the first game is worth one playthrough. Best with a friend and a guide handy to make some ofA great game that holds up even today, but not all of it has aged gracefully. Even in this remake, some game design choices are frustrating. And not all of the visuals get makeover: the CG cutscenes are notoriously compressed and ugly. But let's face it: Resident Evil is a true classic, and the first game is worth one playthrough. Best with a friend and a guide handy to make some of the puzzles a breeze.… Expand
  9. GarethB
    Feb 10, 2019
    8
    Back to the game that started it all, stuck in a zombie infested mansion with Jill trying to get out, plays just like the original and keeps the creepy atmosphere. Looks great in the remaster and the only negatives I have are the clunky controls.
  10. Kashmoney
    May 14, 2020
    9
    I get scared just thinking about this game.

    What is it?: Resident Evil is a video game series that began during the old days of the PS1 with the original game titled Resident Evil. It's the game that many would say really kickstarted the idea of Survival Horror games and oh boy is it terrifying, for back then anyways. In today's standards, the og game may make you shiver today, but this    I get scared just thinking about this game.

    What is it?: Resident Evil is a video game series that began during the old days of the PS1 with the original game titled Resident Evil. It's the game that many would say really kickstarted the idea of Survival Horror games and oh boy is it terrifying, for back then anyways. In today's standards, the og game may make you shiver today, but this HD Remaster will make you not want to sleep with the lights off tonight. You start off the game by choosing either Jill Valentine or Chris Redfield who are part of S.T.A.R.S., a highly skilled team of individuals who take on different tasks that involve anything out of police hands in Raccoon City. Jill and Chris' team get stranded in the woods of the Arklay Mountains after trying to search and rescue their Bravo team. Instead of encountering Bravo Team, they find out that woods are infested with monsters and had to hide out in the iconic Spencer Mansion. From there, Jill and Chris have to complete puzzles, find their teammates, and fight their way through zombies and monsters.

    The good: The game can be quite difficult to understand all the puzzles, which leaves the player to really think of what to do, or look up a guide every now and then like me, to get through the mansion. Controls are tank controls, meaning that using the D-Pad on your PS4 is the more optimal choice for moving around, and at first, I didn't like these controls. However, after doing some time with the game, I came to like the controls and angled camera views. The game also provides a lot of weapons to combat enemies like shotguns, rifles, bazooka, grenade launcher, etc. so that's fun. The enemies in this game can really make you jump, especially the giant spiders and their sound effects which just makes me want to curl up in a ball. The lore in this game is also quite nice and does give you an image of what the hell happened in the mansion and who is somewhat responsible for this nightmare.

    The bad: Honestly, I personally don't have a problem with the game. But, if I had to put one here it would be the fact that the game doesn't have a lot of replay value. I mean yeah you can go through the whole game again on a higher difficulty, however, not everyone will probably want to do that. Also, costumes while cool could have been replaced with something else to make the game stand out more.

    Final Thoughts: Resident Evil HD is a great game for anyone who wants to get started in horror games. The puzzles are fun, the soundtrack intimidates the player, the monsters feel like the stuff of nightmares, and the graphics are just great to look at. As long as you have the light on, you shouldn't be too scared to enjoy this game.    … Expand
  11. BeboFett
    May 25, 2020
    9
    At the beginning I was a little reluctant to buy this release (I had already played it on Nintendo GameCube) and I ended up loving this remastered edition. There's no doubt that this update perfected the remake, even though it doesn't look like a current generation game.
  12. UniDis
    May 20, 2019
    10
    Not only was the Resident Evil Remake for the Game Cube nice with things it expanded upon but being able to play it on a modern console in HD was great. I had a very enjoyable time with this and the game looks beautiful, especially the cut scenes. What was already a legendary game was made even better.
  13. GabriMH19
    Apr 17, 2023
    8
    - RESIDENT EVIL HD REMASTER -

    Ambientación 9 Escenarios 8
    Narrativa 7 Personajes 6
    Dificultad 8 Jugabilidad 7
    Mecánicas 7 Gráficos 7
    Innovación 6 Contenido 8
    Errores o bugs 9 Plano artístico 8
  14. ofenderz0
    May 13, 2021
    10
    An absolute masterpiece in Survival Horror and one of the best remakes ever made. No cut content, just a 1:1 remake with additional story moments and lore. Makes me wish we got to see what Capcom could’ve done with a RE2 and RE3 Remake during the GameCube era.
  15. Hmody10087
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best classic Resident Evil game i ever play when you start playing this game you can't stop playing.… Expand
  16. Albertwesker959
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    It was a masterpiece than and it's even better now for ps4, whit better control and updated graphic this game remain one of the best in the series
  17. painava
    Jan 16, 2020
    8
    Great remaster, however some mechanics are outdated (which of course is to expected) especially the loading screens every time a door is opened.
  18. goanchito
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Pefrect...

    If you want a nice easy game where you blow your enemy' heads off, then don't play this game. RESIDENT EVIL is about Survival Horror, and this game is no different. You won't get any help in the game and sometimes the game is so difficult it will feel like it's beating you down on your knees. I played this on the most difficult difficulty and let me tell you; this game is    Pefrect...

    If you want a nice easy game where you blow your enemy' heads off, then don't play this game. RESIDENT EVIL is about Survival Horror, and this game is no different. You won't get any help in the game and sometimes the game is so difficult it will feel like it's beating you down on your knees. I played this on the most difficult difficulty and let me tell you; this game is insane!!! Capcom did a good job with this game and it's horror. Some people complain about the camera and It's positioning throughout the game, but I feel like that's what makes the experience scary. Sometimes you can't see what's in front of you and hear noises, so with fear you Wonder what might be infront of you.
    So yeah... If you like a game where you are constantly backtracking and managing your inventory and doing complicated puzzles and constantly thinking and discovering various places with lots of detail and being on edge knowing that if you loose you have to start all over again since your kast save...

    Then this is tge game for you. Perfect horror survival horror game. Now let me WARN you: It can get frustrating sometimes if you don't plan your strategy and prepare yourself. But that's what makes this game awesome :)    … Expand
  19. SebbyPlaysMusic
    Aug 9, 2020
    8
    Since this is a well-known, thoroughly reviewed title, I'm going to focus on the differences in this specific title from the other versions of this game.
    On its own: The major improvement to this game on this version is the ability to move in any direction at any point, as opposed to using left and right to turn your character, which may have built more suspense in the original, or led to    Since this is a well-known, thoroughly reviewed title, I'm going to focus on the differences in this specific title from the other versions of this game.
    On its own: The major improvement to this game on this version is the ability to move in any direction at any point, as opposed to using left and right to turn your character, which may have built more suspense in the original, or led to cheaper deaths, depending on your personal opinion. It might seem tricky with the fixed camera angles, but if you just keep the analogue stick in place over angle switches, you'll run in a straight line until you redirect the character, which is pretty easy to get the hang of. Overall, the controls and added outfits are the strong points for this version.

    Compared to the Gamecube version:
    I only just tried the GC version of the game, and this is where some of the faults start to become a lot more obvious when viewing it through the lens of a nearly 20 year old game.
    The aspects that were easily better on Gamecube:
    - Grittier graphics, inspiring a more haunted feeling. In contrast, HDR looks a little too smooth and clean.
    - Better lighting.
    - Occasionally different camera angles, sometimes hinting at the suggestion of being stalked by someone.
    - Enemies moved notably faster, even on Easy setting. I got killed by the first dog.
    - The lay-out was actually slightly trickier on GC, with some halls/items being placed in slightly more dangerous positions.

    Overall, if you have a Gamecube, that version is overall more engaging, but the PS4 version has a control scheme that may appeal to people who don't like the original control scheme.

    Still worth getting, ALTHOUGH when you beat the game in a manner that unlocks the infinite ammo pistol, they add this one zombie strapped with bombs that auto-kills you when you shoot it, you can't turn it off, and it blows chunks.    … Expand
  20. Jackwill
    Jul 21, 2022
    10
    По началу очень душно за счёт не понимания загадок. Удовольствие начал получать спустя пару часов игры, но зато сразу начал кайфовать от решения головоломок и сурвайвала. Под конец прошёл на одном дыхании.
  21. Keenan84
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    A stunning, beautiful remake. Probably the best remake of ever. The gold Era of Capcom.
  22. Daev112
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Unibubble is a casual trash gamer loolll. Blinded by nostalgia lmaoo the game still plays fine, it's your little casual brain that can't handle this game. Pls go back to your fortnite or whatever mindless game you're playing right now lmao. I bet you're the type of person that complains that Dark Souls is too hard. Oh pls don't even touch video games again. People like you is why theUnibubble is a casual trash gamer loolll. Blinded by nostalgia lmaoo the game still plays fine, it's your little casual brain that can't handle this game. Pls go back to your fortnite or whatever mindless game you're playing right now lmao. I bet you're the type of person that complains that Dark Souls is too hard. Oh pls don't even touch video games again. People like you is why the industry is keep dropping standards.… Expand
  23. GaryMc_Live
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    it’s hard to argue that Resident Evil Remake is not the perfect “remake”. It features a complete re-creation of the story and features brand new quality of life improvements. With the original story, an improved tone and new scary elements, Resident Evil rises above all in being the flag-bearer for all future remakes and the next instalments in the mainline franchise.
  24. MisterGodfather
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I got this game for free, so that helps it's overall rating. If you can get past the old school control scheme, then this game is a must play for any survival horror fan. My Game of The Year for 2015.
  25. agusss
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una joya del survival horror. Si te gusta el horror y los escenarios enigmáticos, este es el juego. Uno de los mejores RE, en gráficos, personajes, criaturas, mecánicas, etc.… Expand
  26. hileger
    Dec 3, 2022
    8
    Реймейк хороший . сарком надеюсь резик 4 улучшите а то он то говном был
  27. JimPickens
    Aug 27, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How do you make Resident Evil on the ps1 better? by remaking it with modern graphics (for 2002) relatively good voice acting, adding whole new enemies and gameplay sections AND updating the gameplay. Now how do you make THAT better? HD baby.

    Resident Evil released on the ps1 in 1996 and was remade in 2002 for the Nintendo GameCube, which was finally remastered for ps4 and PC in 2015. It's the only version of Resident Evil I have ever played and frankly, it's the only version I want to play, because it is amazing.

    The story and gameplay luckily hasn't changed much since this is a much more faithful remake than either of the new remakes Capcom have been giving us lately. We still have fixed camera angles and tank controls, though you CAN turn them off, I don't because I really think that gameplay style works for these games better than a more modern style.

    The story follows Special Tactics and Rescue Squad, better known as S.T.A.R.S Alpha Team as they travel into the Arklay Mountains in search of S.T.A.R.S Bravo Team, who've mysteriously gone missing. We follow Chris Redfield, big muscular man with muscles, he takes less damage but only has 4 inventory slots, Jill Valentine, the objectively better character, who takes more damage, but has 6 inventory slots, and a lockpick, which is far more useful than extra health. As for side characters, there's Albert Wesker, the man who wears sunglasses indoors, but it's not suspicious we swear and Barry Burton, the best character ever written. We also have a few S.T.A.R.S Bravo team members who all die almost immediately save for one, and Brad the helicopter pilot, but we don't talk about Brad the helicopter pilot. Following this absolute ensemble cast we make our way through The Spencer Mansion, if you go with Chris you'll be taking this journey with the help of Bravo survivor Rebecca Chambers, how did a rookie like Rebecca manage to survive all by her lonesome in such a dangerous place? You'll have to play Resident Evil 0 to find out, no I haven't finished it. Now if you go with Jill, you'll be accompanied by Barry who will show up occasionally to kick ass, he'll kill the first zombie you encounter with his huge ass magnum revolver, and show up during the Plant 42 boss fight with a goddamn flamethrower and take like half its health off. He also has a very good subplot that you don't get to see as Chris, and Rebecca doesn't quite deliver in the same way. And Chris can't play the piano so like... Why even bother? By the end of the game you'll discover an underground lab where you'll soon find that Wesker is actually working for the pharmaceutical company Umbrella who may or may not be a real pharmecu- they're evil, everybody knows, Umbrella created the T-Virus which is what's making all the zombies and the giant plant, snake and sharks, and our very own Wesker works for them... or doesn't? He says he plans to double cross them but honestly he seems comically incompetent, he lives for Chris to one up him and then finally get blown up in RE5. Once Chris or Jill confronts Wesker and he reveals his magnum opus, The Tyrant. While not quite living up to Mr. X or Nemesis in my mind, Tyrant has a very unique design that I like quite a lot, his torn flesh, his exposed heart and muscle, his giant claws ripe for ripping deep into your chest, all brought together by his massive, imposing form, and his boss fight doesn't disappoint, it's hard but if you can survive long enough, Brad the helicopter pilot returns, and he's brought a 4 shot rocket launcher, and with one last attack, you blow up the Tyrant and escape the mansion just before it explodes. What's more, on your second playthrough, Tyrant will actually knock away your first rocket, making you shoot him once more, and it is absolutely terrifying the first time you see it.

    REmake is a great game that takes the groundwork the classic ps1 game set and builds upon it greatly, complete with added sections and with Lisa Trevor, who becomes so iconic to this game that it's hard to picture it without her. Where the game falls just short of perfection is in its voice acting, it has the same issue as Symphony of The Night and Silent Hill 2 HD, while technically better, it loses some charm along the way and becomes less of what it was, losing "Jill sandwich" "master of unlocking" and "DON'T OPEN THAT DOOR" feels like losing half the experience, I really would've preferred they just dub the old lines over the new game.

    Overall REmake is a superb title and one I love, I couldn't recommend it over the original as I've yet to play it, however speaking as somebody who's first Resident Evil experience was this game, I can't recommend it enough.    … Expand
  28. J0hlss0n
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. The feeling of the mansion and everything captured near perfectly from the PS1 original, one of the very best games Ive played!
  29. JuliusPS
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Obra prima. Fiel ao original, acrescenta elementos e coisas e tudo é feito com perfeição e riqueza de detalhes. Maravilhoso.
  30. p_ulisses
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    I didn't play the original version of this game, but my friends say that it improved a lot. Even though the mechanics are dated, they work perfectly, offering challenge, exploration and of course a thriller feeling which never stops during the campaign. The controls are tight, but I had some problems with shooting enemies in certain camera angles with fast-moving enemies. But I think it'sI didn't play the original version of this game, but my friends say that it improved a lot. Even though the mechanics are dated, they work perfectly, offering challenge, exploration and of course a thriller feeling which never stops during the campaign. The controls are tight, but I had some problems with shooting enemies in certain camera angles with fast-moving enemies. But I think it's the game only sin.… Expand
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Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 24, 2015
    90
    Atmospheric and pretty as hell, Resident Evil has been brought back to life with much love and respect. [March 2015, p72]
  2. Dealspwn
    Mar 22, 2015
    90
    A remarkable homage to the original survival horror masterpiece to be enjoyed by fans of the original PS1 game, the GameCube remake or even complete newbs. Some of the mechanics like the dated inventory system can and will frustrate, but the overall journey is a rewarding one through one of gaming’s most important games.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Feb 22, 2015
    84
    Occasionally frustrating, but this remake delivers fresh shocks while still improving on a classic. [Mar 2015, p.66]
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