Resident Evil 4

 Switch
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Cubed3
    Jan 21, 2020
    70
    Resident Evil 4 is entertaining throughout - this review has focussed on negative missteps that have been taken while concocting the Nintendo Switch version. It is more expensive than PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions, with no actual differences between them. However, it is undeniable that it is a standout title despite these somewhat ageing issues. To help compensate for this, it does run at a stable 60 frame-rate, and of course, is now fully portable. It may not be the definitive version of Resident Evil 4, but it is still a fun one nonetheless.
  2. PLAY! Zine
    Jul 8, 2019
    70
    A timeless classic not worth the extra price just for portability.
  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Jun 6, 2019
    70
    Not your ordinary “Resi” experience, but RE4 is still one of the best action-horror ever made... and now you can play it anywhere with your Switch.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    May 26, 2019
    70
    Despite being a masterpiece, Resident Evil 4 on Switch suffers from medium resolution and inconsistent framerate. Capcom could've handle things a little better.
  6. SpazioGames
    May 23, 2019
    65
    Resident Evil 4 on Nintendo Switch is always a masterpiece, and still the same port we have seen on every other platform.
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  1. TheSixthAxis
    May 27, 2019
    Perhaps the most successful aspect of the game is how well tension and fear are crafted, and Resident Evil 4 is still a terrifying experience, even for an audience who know what each twist and turn in the game will bring.

Awards & Rankings

70
#70 Best Switch Game of 2019
38
#38 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
20
#20 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 225 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 183 out of 225
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 225
  3. Negative: 21 out of 225
  1. Dmxdxl
    May 21, 2019
    10
    This game is a classic in every sense of the word, I have beaten it on GC, WiiU, WII, PC, PS2, PS3, PS4, XBOX 360, and now it's hitting SwitchThis game is a classic in every sense of the word, I have beaten it on GC, WiiU, WII, PC, PS2, PS3, PS4, XBOX 360, and now it's hitting Switch and if you have never played this game you owe it to yourself (especially if you are a Resident Evil fan), to play this GEM, this very well may be the best Resident Evil game ever made, and now that Resident Evil 2 Remake is out I still stand by that assessment...As good as a game can GET, this is it....… Full Review »
  2. DukeJon
    May 28, 2019
    7
    The bad:

    - very expensive for a game that originally came out in 2005. Honestly, this game is half the price on other platforms - no gyro    The bad:

    - very expensive for a game that originally came out in 2005. Honestly, this game is half the price on other platforms
    - no gyro controls. They work great on resident evil revelations 2. Why not here?
    - no extras. Ada' side missions, mercenaries, etc.
    - In terms of graphics, audio and fx, this game is looking its age

    The good:

    - It's one of the best games ever made
    - good performance docked and handheld
    - You can play it on the toilet    … Full Review »
  3. Zenek73
    May 25, 2019
    6
    Very good game. But very bad port - no gyro aiming, weak performance. Waiting for patch(es)!
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