Resident Evil HD Remaster

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  1. Marmanhollow
    Jan 28, 2015
    10
    This game is and has always been AWESOME! The remake is the GC version only with better grapichs and other goodies. RE was truly the beginning of proper horror games!
  2. Doggy
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    The most faithful AND masterful remake, ever.
    The one that started the boom of recreating older classics with the latest tech.
    The pinnacle of the true survival-horror genre.
    An absolutely addicting, fun game, with stellar visuals and audio-design.
    TONS of replay-value, and believe me - you will want to revisit the Spencer mansion, over and over again!
  3. TheHorrorAnthem
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    What can you say, or perhaps not say, about a franchise that is knocking on the door of its third decade, whose most recent entries collapse under the weight of a polished remaster of its first entry? Resident Evil has become so bloated in its sequels and spin offs, all of them underwhelming, that revisiting Spencer Mansion for the third time is sadly a breath of fresh air. Nevertheless,What can you say, or perhaps not say, about a franchise that is knocking on the door of its third decade, whose most recent entries collapse under the weight of a polished remaster of its first entry? Resident Evil has become so bloated in its sequels and spin offs, all of them underwhelming, that revisiting Spencer Mansion for the third time is sadly a breath of fresh air. Nevertheless, it is a welcomed breath of fresh air as we now have the best Resident Evil in some years. Leave it to a polished up version of a 2002 Gamecube release, which in itself was a remake of the original 1996 release of Resident Evil's starting point, to put smiles on the faces of all the devoted old school fans who have wanted the series to return to its terrifying albeit cheesy and clunky roots. Capcom achieves greatness with making the arguably best even better by tidying up the controls, graphics, textures and sound, and letting it live and breath on current generation consoles. Those who only know modern Resident Evil, or never got to play this in 2002 entry have themselves a fantastic experience ahead of them as they explore Spencer Mansion and witness the groundbreaking horror first hand with the original core characters. This game doubles as a grocery list of what Survival Horror should be, and how the modern conveniences of gaming do not always make for the best experience. This take on Resident Evil is both familiar and curious, both comfortable and nerve racking, and both full of nostalgia and yet as challenging as a never before seen adventure. So those of you who have played the original '96 game, are still in for surprises around some corners, and challenges that will make resources vital. The dialogue, though still a bit cheesy, is multiple levels up from that of the delightfully awkward original script. It remains similar enough to bring back all the memories of the original, but separates itself enough from the past to intrigue, creating an almost parallel world experience with how similar but more thought out the new dialogue is. I found myself both listening to the new, but in my head quoting the old, making for some laughs. Once again, those first person views of doors opening, tight corridors with the moaning undead near by, and limping through halls praying for ammo and health all have your hair on end, and it is a most welcome return. The Mansion is only slightly redesigned enough to make you lull into comfort, thinking you have the situation under control before springing something new on you such as a new zombie placement, or unfamiliar room, or retelling an old experience in less predictably ways. The results are fun and frightening. The Mansion is alive with creaks and shutters, moving light and flashes of lighting, shadows and mirrors, fog and water, all pulling you in deeper than ever before. This is Resident Evil in all its Survival Horror glory. It would be impossible to rate this any lower than a perfect score, seeing as it is a better version of a past masterpiece, and then improved once again on top of that. Get lost in Spencer Mansion, and take a bloody bite out of the game that started it all, the one and only, Resident Evil.… Expand
  4. Pericles83
    Jan 23, 2015
    10
    An amazing game, everything is spetacular and the new addition of the alternative controls makes this classic a lot more enjoyable to play (yeah, i love resident evil but the tank controls were horrible!). Just buy it, a true survival horror game for the true survival horror fans!!
  5. Kaniya
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    Honestly I believe this Remastered version of the Resident Evil Remake is much better than any other RE we had during the 7th generation .... ( RE4 is 6th ), its classic, its true survival horror, it has puzzles and well...i can say the pre rendered sequences is still amazing in terms of presentation ! its true that aiming can be painful sometimes, the camera angles could be hard to spotHonestly I believe this Remastered version of the Resident Evil Remake is much better than any other RE we had during the 7th generation .... ( RE4 is 6th ), its classic, its true survival horror, it has puzzles and well...i can say the pre rendered sequences is still amazing in terms of presentation ! its true that aiming can be painful sometimes, the camera angles could be hard to spot enemies around, opening closing doors can get fastidious but in the end all of these are factors which gave the series an original identity.
    Im glad i have purchased this, I did not have the chance to play the GC version, it feels like a fresh new game, story and sound design and gameplay is awesome.
    I recommend all the RE fans to support this game so that CAPCOM can bring us more remasters !!    … Expand
  6. Limey
    Jan 27, 2015
    10
    Calculated combat for each choice of weapon/ammunition to matter, inventory manage that has foresight as essential for space and intense, dangerous enemies which require methodical planning of one's route for optimal results - true survival horror in all aspects. Backtracking is minimal with a little forethought, but it's nevertheless dangerous when one hasn't cleared/secured these pathsCalculated combat for each choice of weapon/ammunition to matter, inventory manage that has foresight as essential for space and intense, dangerous enemies which require methodical planning of one's route for optimal results - true survival horror in all aspects. Backtracking is minimal with a little forethought, but it's nevertheless dangerous when one hasn't cleared/secured these paths in knowledge they would return for a special item as they failed inventory management or they have to regularly pass an intersection in updated missions.

    The mansion is designed beautifully with the architecture - each painting unique, flooring detailed, walls eloquent, room layouts creative - and there are shortcuts for one to understand how interconnected the floors are in a manner resembling Dark Souls 1: West Wing, East Wing, Balcony, Main Hall, Basement, Attic, Back of Mansion, Courtyard (Back of Mansion West), Forest (Back of Mansion East), Tunnels (Back of Mansion Basement), Laboratory (Basement 2). No room is repetitive, each atmospherically crafted with a Gothic theme and splendid in artistic direction.

    The monsters each have a rationales to not simply be a 'random creature', and the world is full of backstories, whether it's the justification of the insane traps/designs or how the a certain creature is immortal, to engross the player into the collective details of an interactive world (through knowledge), special. Dialogue and characters are campy as with any classic B-movie, cheesy but amusing, with no absurdities to the plot or characterization, endearment an inevitability!

    10/10

    Resident Evil is a legendary classic, 'The Mansion Incident', and the setpieces/story/combat all combine for one immaculate atmosphere in a forest at the splendid manor of an insane architect for a ruthless corporation.    … Expand
  7. SportsareCrap
    Feb 16, 2015
    10
    If you Survivor Horror Fan and Horror Movie fan buy this is only 19.99 USD worth it
    This is Best Release of Series since Outbreak File 2 so 9 years Gap no Releases.

    Gameplay: 9/10
    Story: 10/10
    Horror: 9/10
    Total: 10/10
  8. Gazombie
    Jan 21, 2015
    10
    Resident Evil at its best, considering this is a remake of the 2002 game the graphics still look great and the gameplay is better with the new controls even though I don't mind the old tank controls.
    This is how Resident Evil should be right now with the atmosphere, scares, puzzles and item management.
    Here's hoping RE2 gets the same treatment and that all future RE games come back to    Resident Evil at its best, considering this is a remake of the 2002 game the graphics still look great and the gameplay is better with the new controls even though I don't mind the old tank controls.
    This is how Resident Evil should be right now with the atmosphere, scares, puzzles and item management.
    Here's hoping RE2 gets the same treatment and that all future RE games come back to this quality.    … Expand
  9. Confo
    Mar 17, 2015
    10
    Resident Evil HD Remaster is undeniable a truly great game, and a classic that defines survival horror at his best. This is a game that not everyone can play, but a great experience that everyone should have.
  10. Markptzzz
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    Why buy and play this game?
    Maybe someone will says because it's a good remake? Because it's a classic, old fashioned, retrogaming classic game? Because for this media it's important preserve and stream the roots of gaming?
    Yes, good. All of these and more. This is actually a good game. Just this. Unforgettable atmosphere, very good soundtrack and a incisive story. Trying this game    Why buy and play this game?
    Maybe someone will says because it's a good remake? Because it's a classic, old fashioned, retrogaming classic game? Because for this media it's important preserve and stream the roots of gaming?
    Yes, good. All of these and more.
    This is actually a good game. Just this.
    Unforgettable atmosphere, very good soundtrack and a incisive story.
    Trying this game you'll be driven In a deep-creepy hell, where's the true horro it isn't related to any army of creepy creature to massacre with tons of bullet. You'll feel the true horror in the sensation of mistery, desperation and loneliness.
    Are you a kid born and raise with assassin's creed Nd tasted the first true fear with alien isolation? Did you deserve an evil whitin game like ? Just try this. You'll never forget the true, first evil.    … Expand
  11. work_hard
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    O melhor Resident Evil na minha opinião, historia, puzzles,personagens, trilha sonora, ambientação, honrando o nome da franquia, como é bom jogar essa maravilha do survivor horror. Ainda tem salvação a franquia e o grande exemplo é esse resident evil hd remake.
  12. ChaseLeoncini
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    Since its original release in 1996, Resident Evil has been a hallmark in survival horror history. With its remake it only improved upon what it already was and with the remaster it remains just that: brilliant.
    There isnt much to say about this game as this is its 3rd time out but if you enjoyed it before you'll enjoy it now. Any game that still plays well 20+ years after creation    Since its original release in 1996, Resident Evil has been a hallmark in survival horror history. With its remake it only improved upon what it already was and with the remaster it remains just that: brilliant.
    There isnt much to say about this game as this is its 3rd time out but if you enjoyed it before you'll enjoy it now. Any game that still plays well 20+ years after creation deserves a 10/10 in my book.

    Goods: Its f***ing Resident Evil
    Bads: Ill never forget it    … Expand
  13. x-manue-lee-x
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    La vuelta a los orígenes de Resident Evil, sin duda uno de los mas puros en estilo y jugabilidad, una joya que pudo haberse perdido en el tiempo, gracias a Capcom por traerla a las nuevas generaciones
  14. jjtru
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    Just as addicting as the original if not better. Resident Evil HD adds to the game-play and puzzles but still keeps the essence of what made the game a classic. The remastered version also looks gorgeous in 1080. Here is the cherry on top.. ITS ONLY $20! Good job Capcom. I've been asking for a HD version for a while and now I finally have it.
  15. disposter
    Jan 25, 2015
    10
    Ever since this game came out in 2002, I told everyone it would stand the test of time. But with most people not able to play it because it being exclusive to the GameCube, every time I told people my favorite game of all time, they never could relate. But now everyone can see for themselves on how perfect of a job the creators did back then. The only criticism I have is the lack ofEver since this game came out in 2002, I told everyone it would stand the test of time. But with most people not able to play it because it being exclusive to the GameCube, every time I told people my favorite game of all time, they never could relate. But now everyone can see for themselves on how perfect of a job the creators did back then. The only criticism I have is the lack of emotion in some of the new motions during cutscenes. The original was far better and more realistic. Also, the people who ported the game messed too much with the contrast, losing some information making things too dark. They also missed some files from the original remake. But with the addition of the new costumes from RE5 and only being $20, I can overlook any transgressions.… Expand
  16. Dionysus777
    Jan 27, 2015
    10
    Last time i played this was directors cut on ps. Do not remember it being this good. It has improved considerably. This is a masterpiece. Camera angles induce claustrophobia paranoia and suspense better than many a movie.Yes shifting camera angles can be jarring at first because of the limitations of a still rendered scene. New controls beside old controls alright with me. They improved onLast time i played this was directors cut on ps. Do not remember it being this good. It has improved considerably. This is a masterpiece. Camera angles induce claustrophobia paranoia and suspense better than many a movie.Yes shifting camera angles can be jarring at first because of the limitations of a still rendered scene. New controls beside old controls alright with me. They improved on limitations of the day.Well worth my $20.… Expand
  17. Shepherd89
    Jan 31, 2015
    10
    This game is just amazing, even after thirteen years. The only negative point for me is the new control of characters, i stayed with the old one. Waiting for Resident Evil Zero and Revelations 2 !!!!
  18. NeroRadec
    Feb 3, 2015
    10
    Updated from the glorious remake on the GameCube, this HD remaster features enhanced graphics, sound settings, and controls. Resident Evil HD Remaster brings to life everything that made Resident Evil the franchise that it should be and brings out the roots that started a huge following and fan base. Thanks Shinji! At a price tag of $20.00, you can't beat that at all for everything you getUpdated from the glorious remake on the GameCube, this HD remaster features enhanced graphics, sound settings, and controls. Resident Evil HD Remaster brings to life everything that made Resident Evil the franchise that it should be and brings out the roots that started a huge following and fan base. Thanks Shinji! At a price tag of $20.00, you can't beat that at all for everything you get from the great story to the replayability, which is lacking in most current release AAA games even.… Expand
  19. Asyamura
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    I have played this when it first came out on PS1 and playing this again after all these years on PS4 is just an awesome nostalgia factor. I have watched a few people play it on PC versions and compare it with the PS4 to be honest, this game has no gamebreaking fps drops at all. I would recommend to anyone wanted to play this again.
  20. DrunkFather
    Feb 22, 2015
    10
    Im meet Resident Evil the fourth part on PC and this was terrible experience. In future I was played the game series on PS3. Resident Evil HD Remaster I was missed when the game quitted but now Im making up missing game, and I like it. Thanks CAPCOM for this.
  21. JD2236
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    Simply brilliant. The mansion is back and better than ever - with a gripping atmosphere and genius gameplay, the hordes of horrifying enemies will take you right back to the very beginning of one of video gaming's greatest titles ever! At long last, we have a title that delivers a refreshed and rebooted version of the original Resident Evil experience, and gives those fans that missed outSimply brilliant. The mansion is back and better than ever - with a gripping atmosphere and genius gameplay, the hordes of horrifying enemies will take you right back to the very beginning of one of video gaming's greatest titles ever! At long last, we have a title that delivers a refreshed and rebooted version of the original Resident Evil experience, and gives those fans that missed out on the Gamecube version a chance to play a truly fantastic remake...hooray!

    It's taken Capcom over a decade to release a game worthy of such a legendary title, with fans of the franchise becoming increasingly frustrated with the developer after more recent releases, like 'Resident Evil: Operation Racoon City' - 2012's awful attempt at a multiplayer shoot em' up - bombed spectacularly with critics and fans alike. Moving away from the survival horror genre, or indeed trying to change that genre themselves, has never been a popular move with R.E fans. Resident Evil HD Remaster proves beyond any reasonable doubt that this is the way fans want to play survival horror games, and the success of it's release is the perfect platform for Capcom to go on and finally give everyone a next-gen Resident Evil 2 and 3. R.E. Remaster HD is the perfect remake of the PS1 original, with the perfect balance of additional content to keep old players on their toes - yet give new players that same terrifyingly addictive experience we all shared back in the 90s.

    The first thing anyone carefully treading through the Dining Room in the opening playable sequence will notice is just how good this game looks. The detail really is spectacular, with the atmosphere incredibly sharp. Candles flicker, flashes of lightning illuminate the Main Hall, and bellowing thunder echoes around the dusty corridors, giving you an intensely palpable feeling of not knowing what is around the next corner - and making you furiously question your decision to put the Shotgun back in the crate! The game will keep you uncomfortable and rightly cautious throughout, using some great new touches on the enemies to give the Mansion a creepier and jumpier feeling than ever, with Crimson Head encounters being one of the more notable ones...you'll see what I mean! Ammo and health are always high on your list of priorities, but often are too low in actual numbers - causing you to ration your rounds, check every room thoroughly (finding a sneaky handgun clip or a green herb on an R.E. game really is a unique feeling of jubilation), and to say 'Hi' to every dead body, exactly as the classic Resident Evil titles used to demand from the player.

    This really is a bargain at £15/$20 - I encourage anyone who is a fan of the original PS1 Resident Evil titles to purchase this immediately, as well as those who were too young at the time or just never experienced the fantastic amounts of fun a room of 3 or 4 of you and your friends can have solving cryptic puzzles and being chased by ferocious undead dogs. As a solo player - it really is hair-raisingly scary to sit and play through alone, even after similarly themed titles in more recent times,'The Last of Us' or Shinji Mikami's 'Evil Within' being two prominent examples, have shown us what next-gen survival horror games can deliver in terms of jumps, gore and the constant fear of death. The fact that (unless you have recently saved the game) you could potentially lose an hour or two of zombie dodging and lots of progress just by taking the wrong turn into an enemies open jaws, really does add to the overall suspense.

    I have been an avid fan of the series since I was 9 or 10, and will continue to play the classic titles whenever I feel compelled to. Shinji Mikami has been quoted as saying that Capcom would have considered a remake of Resident Evil 2 or 3 already, had the GameCube remake of Resident Evil been more successful back in 2002. While this is a deeply flawed logic to have (surely making the REmake exclusive to GameCube would have hugely reduced their audience - considering the vast majority of PS1 owners who loved the R.E. series would then have moved onto PS2, not GamCube, thus missing out entirely), the Remaster HD release is not only a brilliant standalone game, but can hopefully pave the way for Capcom to give us the next two chronological canon titles on our next-gen consoles.

    It is rare for a remake to ever surpass the original version, be it in games, films or music, There certainly are aspects of the origninal RE which, as a total fanboy, I'll always prefer. However, due to how restricted and primitive the PS1 was compared to the the consoles that succeeded, there was so much that could be improved upon.

    This really is the perfect remake and I hope it serves as an icon for future developers, R.E. or not, when they consider tampering with a genuine classic. Now, it's time to go and shoot some zombies...using my ammo conservatively of course. JD    … Expand
  22. Mehrabw0w
    Sep 14, 2015
    10
    This game reve is very good game.is very scery im play game is hard.I like zombie resident evil and chracters.......................................,..
  23. TalentlessHack
    Jan 6, 2016
    10
    The best Resident Evil game that was once exclusively available on Nintendo platforms has finally found it's way on current gen consoles and PC.

    Resident Evil Remake, or simply REmake, is an absolute masterpiece and a modern gaming classic. Almost fourteen years later ( thirteen when the remaster came out) and this game hasn't aged a bit. Even the Gamecube original is perfectly playable    The best Resident Evil game that was once exclusively available on Nintendo platforms has finally found it's way on current gen consoles and PC.

    Resident Evil Remake, or simply REmake, is an absolute masterpiece and a modern gaming classic. Almost fourteen years later ( thirteen when the remaster came out) and this game hasn't aged a bit. Even the Gamecube original is perfectly playable if you still have a CRTV left.

    From a gameplay perspective the game is tense and challenging, yet always fair. It is the prefect example that "dated" design choices and making the right compromises, like taking away the camera control and item limits, can offer a better gameplay experience.

    The graphics are clean and the pre-rendered backgrounds are beautifully designed. The sound design and soundtrack are the best of the series.

    The game also has plenty of replay value. You can unlock higher difficulties, new modes, costumes and secret weapons. Even after unlocking everything the game has to offer, you can still play the game over and over again trying to beat the game as fast as you can.

    REmake is not only the best Resident Evil ever and the best remake ever (FF VII: Remake still hasn't come out yet at the time of writing this), it also stands as a testament that old can be gold and not "bad", "archaic" and "dated".

    Note:

    Gamers who cannot adapt to the classic "Tank"-controls can switch to modern controls.

    The Remaster has a couple of songs that are slightly altered. It's not a deal breaker, but I must admit that I prefer the original tracks.

    Some of the backgrounds did not get the full remaster treatment. Not a big deal, but it can look ever so slightly stretched out.    … Expand
  24. 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.
  25. xRotyxDotyX
    May 19, 2016
    10
    Resident Evil HD Remaster is an incredible and stunning game that old-school gamers will love playing it again and new casual gamers may not like it at first, but diving deeper in the story, they will love it too. It is the Remaster of the 1996's Resident Evil Remake, that has improved a lot of things from the first game, like those bad voice acting. But Resident Evil HD Remaster deservesResident Evil HD Remaster is an incredible and stunning game that old-school gamers will love playing it again and new casual gamers may not like it at first, but diving deeper in the story, they will love it too. It is the Remaster of the 1996's Resident Evil Remake, that has improved a lot of things from the first game, like those bad voice acting. But Resident Evil HD Remaster deserves some love, because this is where the series should have continued, from it's masterpiece.… Expand
  26. 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.
  27. Tacticz
    May 21, 2017
    10
    Resident Evil HD is one of my favorite games of all time. This remake originally came out on the GameCube, and Capcom did a great job with this remaster and port. The story is still the same as the original game on the PlayStation, but they expanded it, added new locations, and made the game longer. If you’re wanting to get into Resident Evil or just the horror genre in general, then thisResident Evil HD is one of my favorite games of all time. This remake originally came out on the GameCube, and Capcom did a great job with this remaster and port. The story is still the same as the original game on the PlayStation, but they expanded it, added new locations, and made the game longer. If you’re wanting to get into Resident Evil or just the horror genre in general, then this is a great starting point for both. The biggest complaint with this game are the controls. Personally, I can control it just fine. If you want to change it up a bit, you can play the game as a different character. This game also has a bunch of rewards for completing it in different ways, so there is plenty of replay value. I can’t recommend this game enough for horror fans. I absolutely adore this game and it is easily in my top ten favorite video games of all time.… Expand
  28. kibowman
    Dec 16, 2017
    10
    The best survival horror game and game remake IMHO
    This game still holds up its quality until this very day. If you are new to survival horror genre, this game is the pioneer and is perfect for you to try.
  29. NoShAnyMore
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    A classic survival horror masterpiece. Capcom should make a similar remake of RE2.
  30. 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.
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83

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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