Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles

 Wii
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 55
  3. Negative: 1 out of 55
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  1. Zentendo
    40
    "Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles" enters a crowded genre on the Wii, a genre that has been done much better then what is presented here. Nice visuals and a stunning soundtrack can't save the huge design flaws present throughout the title, flaws that only serve to impair the gameplay and frustrate the player.

Awards & Rankings

59
#59 Best Wii Game of 2009
18
#18 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
9
#9 Most Shared Wii Game of 2009

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 110 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 74 out of 110
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 110
  3. Negative: 13 out of 110
  1. BaronMonaco
    Sep 8, 2016
    8
    After the commercial success of Umbrella Chronicles Capcom decided to bring another rail shooter in the Resident Evil franchise, was itAfter the commercial success of Umbrella Chronicles Capcom decided to bring another rail shooter in the Resident Evil franchise, was it better, worse or identical that Umbrella Chronicles ?

    Graphically the game looks pretty good for the Wii, of course it"s easier to make good graphics in a rail shooter that a RPG but it's still a good point for the studio, there's no bug, the motion controls works perfectly, technically it's a very professional job, nothing more to say.

    Concerning the gameplay it's almost the exact same formula that Umbrella Chronicles (that wasn't a revolution in the rail shooter genre) except the change of weapon system that works way better, and a better solo experience (in the first installment there were moments that almost needed a second player), the game is still very generic but they did improve the game.

    The story tells the events of Resident Evil Code Veronica, and Resident Evil 2 but also adds an act of original story that tells the back-story of Leon and Krauser from Resident Evil 4, it's not really important for the license or the fans but at least it adds some value if you already played all the other games. The game will last around 6 hours for the first run, which is a bit short but not outrageous for the genre.

    In conclusion Darkside Chronicles is better than Umbrella Chronicles, Capcom did good use from the feedback they received in the previous episode and correct all the major issues to offer a better product, even if it's not perfect a very advisable game if you're looking for a rail shooter or if you like Resident Evil.    … Full Review »
  2. Phpower
    Jun 15, 2023
    0
    Pior resident evil que ja joiguei na vida, jogabilidade pessima, stressante, historia nada ver, feito por vagabundos que usam nome da franquiaPior resident evil que ja joiguei na vida, jogabilidade pessima, stressante, historia nada ver, feito por vagabundos que usam nome da franquia parea ganhar dinheiro, a capcom vem se transformando em uma empresa de vagabundos… Full Review »
  3. REUCistrash
    Apr 2, 2023
    2
    Resident Evil The **** Chronicles IDK what you Motherfuxkers who gave this series positive reviews are smoking but I want some.
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