Resident Evil 2

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9.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1168 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 27 out of 1168
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  1. lgan123
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    another masterpiece made by capcom game explains itself i have nothing to say
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    7
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!! re2
  3. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    6
    When it was released i was too young, and this game scared the sh*t out of me, and also, it was way too hard for me.
  4. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    It still great even by today standards. In some regards, I do prefer this versions than the 2019 remake, and back in the day it might have been just astonishing to play it.
  5. BioShip0706
    Aug 11, 2023
    8
    8.5. It's amazing, the ambience and everything is top notch . The remake was better but they are pretty different in their ways.
  6. novicer
    Aug 3, 2023
    9
    I still prefer the original version of RE2 more than the remake version of RE2, and I gave it a scores of 9/10 for the original version of RE2 and 7/10 for the remake version of RE2.

    I'd bought Resident Evil 2 not long ago after it was released on the PlayStation 1 console, and on my first time playing, there was a street with some zombies when the game started, at that time I still    I still prefer the original version of RE2 more than the remake version of RE2, and I gave it a scores of 9/10 for the original version of RE2 and 7/10 for the remake version of RE2.

    I'd bought Resident Evil 2 not long ago after it was released on the PlayStation 1 console, and on my first time playing, there was a street with some zombies when the game started, at that time I still never thought it was that great, because I still didn't know the actual game's concept yet. But after a while (Kendo shop), I'd started to realize that this game has potential and unlike the other similar games, it felt more immersed like a real survivor horror rather than some simplistic game. It kinda feels like you were inside the survivor horror which being trapped inside a town due to car-wracked problems while attempting to drive out of the town, and have to survive and get out alive from the nightmarish town on foot without a vehicle, while also discovering the truth and unfolding some mysteries behind the places along the way which is also a fairly interesting and engaging experience. The game was especially good to play at night (especially at midnight) and without the light on, because this game has a really good atmosphere and fine game pace, especially on the first playthrough, and it fits the survivor horror game fairly well. RE2 was good also because it was balanced, which it didn't simply concentrate on certain elements like the shooting aspect or action aspect and rely too much on it, or just concentrate on the story or something that makes it unbalance, instead it was concentrating on all/more aspects which makes it more balanced as a whole. RE2 also felt somewhat like a movie at the same time due to the static camera angle, which the camera view could help make the game to feel somewhat like a movie, and have the complex unique visual experience which is also good and it fits nicely into the game's play style, especially the searching items element aspect.

    Resident Evil 2 has a good ambiance/atmosphere and it fits the game's settings fairly well. Good control design that fits very well with the game's play style and game's concept, while the game also has the right and suitable and reasonable game pace. The enemies are not too hard nor too illogical to make the game become not fun to proceed. Items didn't get highlights and become a spoiler or too apparent to the environment except important key items to add a searching and inspecting element to the game, because survivor elements also need the "search things by yourself" kind of reward or effort element. The game's colors were fairly realistic and naturalistic and are fairly suitable to the game's setting and concept. The environment/backdrop brightness is also fair, suitable and reasonable and it fits the game concept fairly well too, not too dark nor too dim to become boring to look at. The game music was well suited to the game and it felt natural, sometimes the game music also helps build a good atmosphere and create some proper mood and feeling. Well, although RE2 is already good enough actually, but it is still not the best yet, it still has room to be improved, Resident Evil 2 is still lacking, it still need some improvement to become an even better and ideal RE game.    … Expand
  7. Ira101
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Probably greatest survival horror of all time. I felt like this game really pushed the whole zombie apocalypse to another level from the romero horror films. If someone was to ask me which resident evil i should play first to understand or really know what this series is about i would say this. Its one of my favorite games of all time and if i could give it an 11 i would. Highly recommend.
  8. Hate_
    Jul 5, 2023
    0
    A bad game with terrible graphics. Why did they release it in this state?
    If you think that anything other than graphics matters, then you need to be arrested and killed for being so stupid that it's surprising that you can even get out of bed.
  9. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    The zombie threat reaches the streets of Racoon City. I personally prefer the claustrophobic single setting of the mansion in the first game, but the graphics, dialogue and voice acting are much improved. Another spooky and absorbing adventure.
  10. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    10
    95/100 .
  11. THOUSANDEYEKAii
    May 30, 2023
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time and my favorite Resident Evil game. One of the few games I got to play with my dad growing up.
  12. Senad
    May 17, 2023
    10
    Not only one of the best Resident Evil games, but one of the best games of all time. Perfection from start to finish.
  13. Spider29
    Jan 12, 2023
    9
    Resident Evil 2 is amazing and a PS1 classic that everyone should play. The soundtrack, story, characters, everything is amazing.
  14. Terminator1218
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    To this day this is my 3rd most favorite resident evil game and I think it's absolutely perfect for it's time never get's boring
  15. VaeL_XJB
    Mar 18, 2023
    9
    muy bueno mi tercer resident evil favorito leon mi personaje favorito me encanta
  16. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    One of the best.
    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  17. CRM03
    Jan 21, 2023
    9
    Resident Evil 2 expands on the original in all the right ways. The game has a lot more replay value than the first game does. There are four completely unique playthroughs that will take you around 15 or so hours to complete. I think the level design is actually better in this one than the first game. It's really a lot of fun to play.
  18. Ovejomaru
    Jan 11, 2023
    10
    Masterfully crafted, I grew up playing the entire re saga since i got my first ps1, and I loved every single one of these games but there was something special with re2 that made me fall in love with this game. The scary atmosphere, the great characters, cool cinematics that were a new thing back in the day, two different stories that change based on the order you put the CD's, it's justMasterfully crafted, I grew up playing the entire re saga since i got my first ps1, and I loved every single one of these games but there was something special with re2 that made me fall in love with this game. The scary atmosphere, the great characters, cool cinematics that were a new thing back in the day, two different stories that change based on the order you put the CD's, it's just an amazing part of gaming history that i'm glad i was a part of.… Expand
  19. yogibreh
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    A gripping and terrifying story, with excellent gameplay way ahead for its time.
  20. Davesin
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    As a boomer I was there when real gaming was born. And Resident Evil 2 is the finest child of this awesome birth. Count your ammo and enjoy this gaming around the midnight.
  21. AhoyNut
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Where is the polygon Elza Walker, pretty disappointing, now i got this Claire person, what the heck bro.
  22. ramssC
    Sep 1, 2022
    5
    No sé por qué me pasó con este juego que lo venían sobreestimando desde hace rato, y me propuse a jugar la versión de Gamecube (habiendo ya jugado el primer RE para PS1 y Gamecube).

    Además, RE2 no es de terror, son solo sustos ocasionales y nada más, además de que tiene la peor ubicación de enemigos y el respawn más estresante y frustrante. ¿Eso es terror? Bueno, terror porque se te acaba    No sé por qué me pasó con este juego que lo venían sobreestimando desde hace rato, y me propuse a jugar la versión de Gamecube (habiendo ya jugado el primer RE para PS1 y Gamecube).

    Además, RE2 no es de terror, son solo sustos ocasionales y nada más, además de que tiene la peor ubicación de enemigos y el respawn más estresante y frustrante. ¿Eso es terror? Bueno, terror porque se te acaba la munición injustamente, pero nada más

    El otro problema es el backtracking innecesario que se da porque el juego espera que adivines que hay más de 4 zombies por zona en promedio y debes de llevar más de un arma, por ende, más de una munición... Que la munición sea relativamente escasa al principio del juego me parece un grave error porque, como dije antes, el juego espera que adivines la cantidad de zombies por zona y a veces por RNG, salen zombies random, y si es que te encuentras un licker por ahí

    La banda sonora no es tan destacable como en el primer juego y su remake y no cumple del todo el 'ser atmosférico', ya que la mayoría de zonas están perféctamente iluminadas para ambientar tan dramáticamente como lo hace este juego.

    Es cierto que más adelante, el juego va mejorando en esos fallos, pero ya me había dejado muy "meh" este juego.    … Expand
  23. Onlyclassicvg1
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    Contrary to legend, the first newspaper reviews of Vertigo were very good. It was the serious magazine reviews in "Time," "Newsweek" and "The New Yorker" that dismissed the movie. (Chicago Tribune)
    Vertigo's mesmerizing title sequence is by Saul Bass--who later did
  24. aldrindossantos
    Aug 8, 2022
    10
    Um clássico que jogo até hoje. Primeira vez que zerei tinha 11 anos. A jogabilidade e a história são perfeitos!
  25. Ygs
    Jul 14, 2022
    9
    One of the most memorable games in history is a complete experience of fear and survival, the gameplay mechanics are excellent, the whole enemy type is cool with a unique design, I'm not saying it's not a masterpiece, but the first version was more memorable.
  26. zach_grech
    May 3, 2022
    9
    An excellent game. One of the most innovative and unique games ever made. The A and B scenarios provide excellent replay ability. The cutscenes however have not aged well. Still this game is a masterpiece of horror.
  27. Alvxxs
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Esse jogo é perfeito! Pra mim o melhor jogo da franquia, para quem busca um Horror Game/Survival Horror é uma grande recomendação minha
  28. damaso7
    Mar 24, 2022
    7
    Lo más destacable es la ambientación y sobre todo la banda sonora. La historia es muy buena, pero no está del todo hilada. Los puzles son muy fáciles pero el nivel de dificultad es en general el adecuado.
  29. undamoth
    Mar 11, 2022
    7
    It's probably because i was spoiled by the later resident evil games but I just did not enjoy this as much as I would have liked. It's not a bad game nonetheless.
  30. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Warning: Spoilers
    'Resident Evil' shook the game playing nation when it first arrived in 1996. Such was its popularity that Capcom developed a director's cut version the following year, which also featured a demo for the sequel, 'Resident Evil 2'. In 1998, the sequel appeared in its full glory and, while maybe not as good as the first game, was still a rip-roaring success and yet another    Warning: Spoilers
    'Resident Evil' shook the game playing nation when it first arrived in 1996. Such was its popularity that Capcom developed a director's cut version the following year, which also featured a demo for the sequel, 'Resident Evil 2'. In 1998, the sequel appeared in its full glory and, while maybe not as good as the first game, was still a rip-roaring success and yet another golden gaming venture.

    Two months after the incident at the mansion in the Arklay Mountains in Raccoon City, the remaining S.T.A.R.S members flee to the Umbrella HQ's in Europe to carry-out investigations of rumours of the creation of the G-Virus ( a far more powerful variation of the T-Virus which caused the zombie outbreak ). Arriving in the zombie infested city that was once Raccoon City are rookie cop Leon S. Kennedy ( who has been newly recruited by the R.P.D ) and Claire Redfield ( who has arrived to track down her brother Chris ). The two ( who are the game's protagonists ) try to seek refuge in the police station, thinking it to be safe, but most of its officers have been eaten by or have become zombies.

    The only remaining survivors are Brian Irons, the corrupt Chief Of Police who was receiving bribes from Umbrella to hush up their experimental failures, officer Marvin Branagh who was attacked by zombies and reporter Ben Bertoculli, who has locked himself in a cell to stop himself from being eaten by the zombies. All of whom end up being killed.

    If playing Claire, you will meet a young girl named Sherry Birkin, whose mother and father, Annette and William Birkin, who both work for Umbrella and are both responsible for the virus outbreak. If playing Leon you will meet a young woman named Ada Wong, a spy whose boyfriend John formerly worked for Umbrella and who was sent in to obtain data regarding the G-Virus. The trouble starts when when William Birkin injects himself with the G-Virus after spies tried to steal his creation from him. As a result, he became a deadly malformed creature. Your aim is much as before, battle your way through a plethora of dangerous creatures and difficult puzzles and booby traps and make it out alive.

    Like I said earlier, 'Resident Evil 2' does not have the same shock impact as the first game but all the same is a marvellous game playing experience. Some new monsters are brought in here such as the licker ( a skinless creature with sharp claws and a piercing tongue ), Mr. X ( a variant of Tyrant who only appears in the second half of the game ), an over-sized alligator as well as an over-sized moth. The scripting and voice-acting here is not quite as sloppy as the first game but is still pretty cringe-worthy ( such as the scene in which Leon over-dramatically cries Ada's name when he thinks she has died on him ). There is also a hidden game which can be unlocked entitled 'The Fourth Survivor' which follows Umbrella's attempts to secure the G-Virus sample.

    The success of 'Resident Evil 2' also prompted a third game in 1999 entitled 'Resident Evil 3: Nemesis', which had Jill Valentine from the first game as the protagonist. 'Nemesis' in my view was the best of the three games made thus far and in my view would have made a fitting finale to the series however Capcom took it into their heads to devise a fourth game in 2000 entitled 'Resident Evil: Survivor'. Gameplayers yawned.

    Apparently a remake of 'Resident Evil 2' is in the offing, with updated graphics, new voice acting and more puzzles. If it will be as good as the remake of the first game, I cannot wait.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best PS1 Game of 1998
3
#3 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1998
7
#7 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1998

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. GMR Magazine
    90
    Zombies running amok in Raccoon City; more B-movie voice acting running amok on your speakers. Enough to fill two disks this time! [Feb 2003, p.97]
  2. PSX Nation
    97
    The sequel elevates what was so great about the first one to a complete new level of terror.
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  3. TotalGames.net
    96
    One of the most clever, crowd-pleasing, tense, dramatic, beautiful and playable games ever conceived.
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