Resident Evil 4 HD

 Xbox 360
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 246 Ratings

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  1. DeadshotCRYSIS
    Oct 15, 2011
    8
    Resident Evil 4 is one of the best games to date on the GameCube and PS2. However, since then, all they seemed to do is make ports to other consoles and this game doesn't look as good as it did 7 years ago. However, if you haven't played Resident Evil 4, and you own a PC, PS3, Xbox360, you shouldn't miss out on one of the best experiences ever made but if you already own a version ofResident Evil 4 is one of the best games to date on the GameCube and PS2. However, since then, all they seemed to do is make ports to other consoles and this game doesn't look as good as it did 7 years ago. However, if you haven't played Resident Evil 4, and you own a PC, PS3, Xbox360, you shouldn't miss out on one of the best experiences ever made but if you already own a version of Resident Evil 4, there's nothing new here but another HD port.… Expand
  2. Aesopar
    Mar 14, 2012
    10
    Notice the HD in the title. Forget it was ever there, and if you actually buy this game, that's quite easy to do. Regardless of the graphics having little to no improvement (It's hard to tell actually) , this port of Resident Evil 4 is just as grand as the original was back in its lifetime. It's the same enjoyable horror game and arguably, "one of the greatest games of all time." AlthoughNotice the HD in the title. Forget it was ever there, and if you actually buy this game, that's quite easy to do. Regardless of the graphics having little to no improvement (It's hard to tell actually) , this port of Resident Evil 4 is just as grand as the original was back in its lifetime. It's the same enjoyable horror game and arguably, "one of the greatest games of all time." Although that statement is subjective, RE4 has shown the quality to make me agree.… Expand
  3. ShadowEXP
    Sep 20, 2011
    10
    Remains the same to the original but is still a blast to play and one of my favourites. Downfall is the hefty price tag coming at 1800 MP but gives you 1000g to put towards your score
  4. ApocalypseBrown
    Sep 21, 2011
    7
    Don't get me wrong, this is one of the best and most important games ever to have ever been made thus far! And it's testament to Capcom that six years after its original release it still is highly entertaining, HOWEVER it's a massive stain against Capcom name that this is nothing but an expensive rip off! In these days of shameless cash-ins Capcom have been guilty more often than not ofDon't get me wrong, this is one of the best and most important games ever to have ever been made thus far! And it's testament to Capcom that six years after its original release it still is highly entertaining, HOWEVER it's a massive stain against Capcom name that this is nothing but an expensive rip off! In these days of shameless cash-ins Capcom have been guilty more often than not of milky it's fanbase to death, please refer to SF4/SSF4/MvC3/SF3/DMC/etc. This port not only is expensive, but actually is just a straight up-scaled port of the Gamecube version. Yeap, no rescaled modelling, nothing new added, mercenary mode has to be unlocked, shameless cash-in! Still a legend in its own right, but I will never pay 1800MSP for this, not even 1200MSP!… Expand
  5. steame
    Sep 24, 2011
    8
    This is one of the greatest games ever made and it deserves far better than this mediocre, cash grabbing port. On the plus side, the game is still fantastic to play, and it really is as good as you remember!
  6. ImUnavailable
    Feb 17, 2012
    9
    One of the greatest survival horror titles, RE4 offers great gameplay, a decent story and plenty of thrilling moments. Everything from the level design to the variety of enemy types to the intense boss fights tells of how much thought and attention went into this game's creation. Where RE4 succeeds where others fail is in its pacing, with the action, story and bosses steadily growingOne of the greatest survival horror titles, RE4 offers great gameplay, a decent story and plenty of thrilling moments. Everything from the level design to the variety of enemy types to the intense boss fights tells of how much thought and attention went into this game's creation. Where RE4 succeeds where others fail is in its pacing, with the action, story and bosses steadily growing towards the finale. The extra content available after the game's completion adds to its replay value.… Expand
  7. missael
    Jul 27, 2016
    10
    Bueno, después de jugar la versión de PS2 y nunca haber jugado la de Gamecube fue un salto generacional disfrutar este juego con mejores gráficos y conservando el contenido de su versión de PS2, si al igual que yo lo jugaron en esta consola recomiendo su compra
  8. Bilcassonato
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos da série Resident Evil. A mudança de camera fixa para acima do ombro foi uma mudança bem vinda, e com ela mais ação foi adicionada ao gameplay, mas com a quantidade de inimigos na tela, e o fato de não andar enquanto mira, a tensão sempre está alta, deixando o tiroteio um pouco mais estratégico. O clima de terror já não é mais o forte, mas o jogo permanece tenso doUm dos melhores jogos da série Resident Evil. A mudança de camera fixa para acima do ombro foi uma mudança bem vinda, e com ela mais ação foi adicionada ao gameplay, mas com a quantidade de inimigos na tela, e o fato de não andar enquanto mira, a tensão sempre está alta, deixando o tiroteio um pouco mais estratégico. O clima de terror já não é mais o forte, mas o jogo permanece tenso do inicio ao fim. O port de 360 é decente, mas infelizmente a quantidade de troféus deixa a desejar, se tratando de um AAA. Ainda assim, um ótimo jogo. Muito indicado.… Expand
  9. nufrequency
    Sep 20, 2011
    4
    Should give it a lot better score but I guess Capcom does not understand what High Definition remake means besides putting it in title. This game is a simple Gamecube port that uses up-scaling which makes it look a lot worse in many areas than predecessor, there is completely nothing done to the title to make it visually appealing or feel fresh. People who have RE4 on other systems stick 2Should give it a lot better score but I guess Capcom does not understand what High Definition remake means besides putting it in title. This game is a simple Gamecube port that uses up-scaling which makes it look a lot worse in many areas than predecessor, there is completely nothing done to the title to make it visually appealing or feel fresh. People who have RE4 on other systems stick 2 it because you're not getting anything new or better here and those who think about getting it... well I rather wait for some kinda sale considering you can get this title way below $20… Expand
  10. spacedementia
    Sep 22, 2011
    5
    First things first; Resident Evil 4 is one of the best games ever made. It redefined an entire genre and paved the way for its modern contemporaries, a la Gears of War. It's good.

    Now that's out of the way, this port is absolutely shocking. I, like a lot of die-hard Resi fans - though RE4 is probably one of our least favourites because we really quite like the horrendous voice acting and    First things first; Resident Evil 4 is one of the best games ever made. It redefined an entire genre and paved the way for its modern contemporaries, a la Gears of War. It's good.

    Now that's out of the way, this port is absolutely shocking. I, like a lot of die-hard Resi fans - though RE4 is probably one of our least favourites because we really quite like the horrendous voice acting and treacle-control of the original PSone classics - have been eagerly anticipating RE4HD.

    Disappointed doesn't begin to cut it. First of all, this isn't, contrary to popular belief, an upscaled version of the Gamecube original. If it were, it might not look so awful. No, even worse, it's an upscaled version of the vastly inferior PlayStation 2 port. That would be the version that was heavily compressed, both in its visuals and its audio, to fit on to one DVD. As if that ever mattered to anyone.

    Not only does the increased resolution make already below-par textures look a hundred times worse, cut scenes are pre-rendered, making them look like grainy low-quality MPEGs (which is basically what they are) and don't represent any character costume changes. Not a big deal you may say but let's be honest; 7 years on, with the advances in gaming technology, this should be an already impressive title refined to perfection with no flaws, nothing missing, no bits hanging off if you will. If you've only ever played the PS2 version this will blow your mind. Those with the Gamecube, or better yet the Wii version, stick to what you know.    … Expand
  11. TechSalvations
    Sep 20, 2011
    10
    Oh no it's back the only reason I couldn't turn off my old Gamecube. The updated HD graphics are just icing on the cake, this is one of last generations greatest games and easily the best Resident Evil has to offer. The sluggish controls and A button firing are the only downside (but this is a 2005 game).
    That being said genuine scares are a rarity and this game is packed full of them,    Oh no it's back the only reason I couldn't turn off my old Gamecube. The updated HD graphics are just icing on the cake, this is one of last generations greatest games and easily the best Resident Evil has to offer. The sluggish controls and A button firing are the only downside (but this is a 2005 game).
    That being said genuine scares are a rarity and this game is packed full of them, later in the game dealing with the bio-dead I had trouble entering rooms once I heard their shuffling feet. Tons of upgrade and a game + mode that lets you replay the game with all your upgraded weapons and equipment make up for the price tag alone. Oh and my favorite part inventory management, trust me it's addictive.    … Expand
  12. Gamer84
    Nov 5, 2011
    4
    The worst game in the series gets a HD remake. I dont know where to start with this review.
    As I played this game I had no idea what I was playing. This game just throws you into the woods to rescue the presidents daughter. You play leon kennedy once again and hes some sort of secret agent now.
    Heres my problem the story. They dont explain anything thats going on in this place nor    The worst game in the series gets a HD remake. I dont know where to start with this review.
    As I played this game I had no idea what I was playing. This game just throws you into the woods to rescue the presidents daughter. You play leon kennedy once again and hes some sort of secret agent now.

    Heres my problem the story. They dont explain anything thats going on in this place nor explain how leon got to be from rookie cop to freakin oo7. Its really terrible. The enemies don't makes sense either. There are times where I's saying, "What is this?" or "Who the hell is he?"

    I just don't understand why they couldnt do the HD remake of Resident Evil Remake that was on Gamecube. I would have bought that and to me was a phenominal game compared tho this.    … Expand
  13. RezzaDee
    Sep 25, 2011
    5
    I have been a resident evil fan since I was a kid watching my brother play it, and when resident evil 2 came out it was my time, the the all impressive nemesis followed. After survivor, and then code Veronica. Then we had code Veronica survivor and dead aim. Then the game cube came out and we had resident evil remade which blew my mind away, and resident evil 0 too. Then one day residentI have been a resident evil fan since I was a kid watching my brother play it, and when resident evil 2 came out it was my time, the the all impressive nemesis followed. After survivor, and then code Veronica. Then we had code Veronica survivor and dead aim. Then the game cube came out and we had resident evil remade which blew my mind away, and resident evil 0 too. Then one day resident evil changed. It carry's the same characters as before yet the story that made the game was never seen again, (like Barry Burton and you know ermm the t and g virus that we have known about throughout the franchise for over 10 years) yet now zombies don't exist and we have pissed of Spanish people shouting "UN FOR A STERO" and the stronger Spanish guy later on who just points and says "MAT A LOW" so agreed it changed gaming, if we mean how it was great to today. Ok people will not agree with this review, why? Because they want to seem like a fan, yet a real fan can point out flaws to get the great game back how it was. Resident evil is about horror, looking for keys and items, reading though papers you find for clues, being harsh with your ammo to save bullets for what's around the next courneARHHHHH! Get my point. So if anyone ANYONE calls this the best resident evil game then they have never played through the originals FACT! What is so different about it maybe it's because it's more recent then the original 3 so just think how good they would be in HD, and while I'm on that HD means high definition not highly deluded, if anyone complements the graphics on this version don't talk to me about your 1970s wooden wind up tv. Anyway looking forward to code veronica as it's a real resident evil game, the last in all honesty. Like I said before a real fan can point out the flaws not agree with every mistake, and as a diehard resident evil fan I'm going to admit that the story isn't even that great in this, starts off well (although nothing to do with resident evil apart from Leon and Ada are in it) but then it gets boring quite fast, the merchant has 5 sayings unless you buy a rare weapon here goes. Arrhh I'll buy it at a high price, stranger stranger now that's a weapon, a guns not just about shootin it's about reloading you'll know what I'm talkin about, whatta ya buyin and of course whatta ya sellin. And apart from the merchants appeal the jewels are easy to find, and the extra weapons are boring to get, kicking down ladders and jumping through windows is cool yes, get it into your heads I live resident evil probally more then you no doubt (how dare he I'm saying no on his review) but why not have all of these cool things in a resident evil game WITH ZOMBIES AND A STORY THAT CONTINUES WITH THE ORIGIONAL 3! it's like making Metal gear solid 1 2 and 3 and then on 4 you buy it rush home like a geek but a happy geek because your so excited and you put the game in your console and it even has the little picture on the disc saying metal gear solid 4, you quickly get a few cans of drink and a massive bag of monster much because you don't want to move for hours because you are the coolest kid on you street with a new game it loads and says metal gear solid 4 and then all of a sudden you realize your playing splinter cell. WTF! (omg he mentioned a playstation game on an xbox review I'm clicking didn't find this review helpful twice) I hope you have had a laugh reading my review no harm Ment and I hope you have agreed with some of what I have said. If you like resident evil but is not you favorite game then fair do's with this being your best as I can see why the action appeals to so many, but to the people who have loved this game for years the first game you ever played, you have an opinion but I dint see why you would have followed it for all this time and love the 99% change the game has had, that 1% is the characters are the same. It started off with alpha and bravo team in a mansion and you found out that weaker was working for umbrella, now look.… Expand
  14. ttocs
    Oct 28, 2011
    8
    If you haven't played this game yet, you need to get on board fast and there is no better version than this HD upgrade of the game. For the rest of us who have played it in the past, only the hardcore fans or those who haven't touched it in years need apply. The handling is the same as ever (which isn't a plus for anyone but purists) but the graphics do look a lot better. The game isIf you haven't played this game yet, you need to get on board fast and there is no better version than this HD upgrade of the game. For the rest of us who have played it in the past, only the hardcore fans or those who haven't touched it in years need apply. The handling is the same as ever (which isn't a plus for anyone but purists) but the graphics do look a lot better. The game is fantastic and it's a must play if you haven't up until this point and at 20 bucks on Games on Demand, you really can't ask for a better way to get access to it.… Expand
  15. Vovacka1981
    Oct 8, 2011
    3
    Resident Evil is my favorite game series , I played almost all of them on every platform , and i know how it looks like. For me personally amateur mod for pc is the best , so i`m very disappointed by Capcom which couldn`t surpass non-professionals.And as for gameplay ; why on earth the heads of your enemies don`t blow up like they did before on every platform(or is it only my version forResident Evil is my favorite game series , I played almost all of them on every platform , and i know how it looks like. For me personally amateur mod for pc is the best , so i`m very disappointed by Capcom which couldn`t surpass non-professionals.And as for gameplay ; why on earth the heads of your enemies don`t blow up like they did before on every platform(or is it only my version for PS3 with parent`s restrictions?)Never the less it`s one of the best games ever made , but it`s not HD(i even see now how Capcom makes real 1080P remake of Resident evil 4 for PS 4 and Xbox 720:))… Expand
  16. EastonReviews
    Dec 15, 2011
    6
    The series seems a little played out now... but it's worth a try.
    If your unfamilular with the Resident Evil series, this might be a great thing to buy. I'm in love with the theme and the setting, but not so much in the graphics or unoriginality. The graphics don't live up to the promised "HD" standard, and I heard rumours about a Resident Evil 6, so it's not like Call of Duty where a    The series seems a little played out now... but it's worth a try.
    If your unfamilular with the Resident Evil series, this might be a great thing to buy. I'm in love with the theme and the setting, but not so much in the graphics or unoriginality. The graphics don't live up to the promised "HD" standard, and I heard rumours about a Resident Evil 6, so it's not like Call of Duty where a solid campaign is perfectly covered, but it's not a bad game overall, if your a fan, buy it, if your unfamilular but seem interested, give it a go. If your neither it's somethin to consider, but don't take my word for it.    … Expand
  17. hermanMsL
    Sep 24, 2011
    8
    This game is my favorite ps2 game was made, I don't blame capcom that graphics aren't the most beautiful, but they didn't chance the game-play, that's good! I like the game story line and a gameplay. I hate people who is worries about the graphics more than the plot!
  18. illage2
    Nov 13, 2011
    6
    I have to be honest, RE4 HD is a big let down. I wanted better graphics, but all I got was the game looking less murky. The controls are disgusting. I wanted to use the RE5 control scheme but sadly it wouldn't let me customise the controls to my own liking. In my opinion I think the Wii version of RE4 is the best because of it's controls. But with the Xbox and PS3 versions Capcom got lazy.
  19. Darrisbob1
    Sep 27, 2011
    8
    Alright, lets get the negatives out of the way first. Capcom failed at pricing this game. $20 is too much for a download only Remake of a game that's been on every platform under the sun. If they had released it on a disk for the PS3 and 360, I could see people buying it no problem. Also, Capcom is port happy as it is, and this reeks of "easy port, easy money" that Capcom is unfortunatelyAlright, lets get the negatives out of the way first. Capcom failed at pricing this game. $20 is too much for a download only Remake of a game that's been on every platform under the sun. If they had released it on a disk for the PS3 and 360, I could see people buying it no problem. Also, Capcom is port happy as it is, and this reeks of "easy port, easy money" that Capcom is unfortunately well known for. Alright, now that those bits are out of the way, lets discuss the goods, and thankfully there are quite a few. The game feels good using the 360 controller (mind you, not as good as the Wii version and the great aiming that had). The game does look good considering it's just a slightly touched up version of the old GameCube title. And finally, it's Resident Evil 4. It get's high marks for being that alone. Resident Evil 4 is without a doubt one of the best titles in the series (and this is from someone who preferred the old-school RE2 style games). The story works fantastically with the setting, and the characters fit perfectly in the surroundings (although the voice acting is still somewhat laughable). Look, here's the bottom-line: Played RE4 before? Own it for the Wii or GameCube already? Don't buy this. Never played RE4 before and only have a 360 or PS3? Worth every cent.… Expand
  20. jbee02
    Oct 2, 2011
    8
    Okay this game at it's core is still the same great game it was in 2005. There is no doubt about it. But, don't let the HD in the title fool you it isn't HD, It only supports 480p witch is not HD. The only improvements they made to this version was up the textures a bit, smooth out some rough edges, and improve some lighting effects. The changes aren't even noticeable unless you compare itOkay this game at it's core is still the same great game it was in 2005. There is no doubt about it. But, don't let the HD in the title fool you it isn't HD, It only supports 480p witch is not HD. The only improvements they made to this version was up the textures a bit, smooth out some rough edges, and improve some lighting effects. The changes aren't even noticeable unless you compare it the older version side by side. In some cases it looks even worse do to some graphical glitches. All in all this a pathetic attempt at making an older game look new. It's obvious that it was quickly and halfheartedly done with no time spent to even polish the graphics to rid it of glitches. But like I sad before it's still the same great game it was in 2005. If you missed out on it on it's first time around or you simply want to revisit it I'd recommend you get it on the condition you don't own a Wii or can't find a copy of the Wii version because the Wii version is by far the best version of the game.… Expand
  21. herget
    Feb 23, 2012
    10
    re4 still deserves a 10/10. looks great for an 05' game, and its nice to go back and play this definitive title in the 3rd person genre. i played this game on game cube and it scared me real bad, **** hasnt changed. i know whats gonna happen and i still jump when those berserker guys swing their claws recklessly at me. its just as good as i remember, and definetly worth the $20 it costs,re4 still deserves a 10/10. looks great for an 05' game, and its nice to go back and play this definitive title in the 3rd person genre. i played this game on game cube and it scared me real bad, **** hasnt changed. i know whats gonna happen and i still jump when those berserker guys swing their claws recklessly at me. its just as good as i remember, and definetly worth the $20 it costs, rather than buyin another gamecube, but unless you already have a gamecube or ps2 i think its worth it to just buy it for that, it should be really cheap. 10/10… Expand
  22. bitterroot1995
    Mar 14, 2012
    2
    Overrated, boring game that fully discrases the name of resident evil. Capcom took there fans and took a complete dookie on there face and smeared it around! This is a terrible game. Its not even an RE GAME! WOW! Its got Leon And Ada... Woopty doo, its still not worthy of bearing the name Resident Evil 4. Resident Evil 4 should of been something completely different. This is stupid. BuyOverrated, boring game that fully discrases the name of resident evil. Capcom took there fans and took a complete dookie on there face and smeared it around! This is a terrible game. Its not even an RE GAME! WOW! Its got Leon And Ada... Woopty doo, its still not worthy of bearing the name Resident Evil 4. Resident Evil 4 should of been something completely different. This is stupid. Buy Resident Evil Outbreak, Resident Evil Code veronica, or Resident evil Operation Raccoon City INstead!… Expand
  23. WyattTheAwesome
    May 30, 2013
    7
    By no means is Resident Evil 4 a survival horror game. While it does have some horror elements, I wouldn't classify it as that. Maybe survival thriller, but this is an awesome game. I enjoyed the survival element a lot as you constantly had to worry about having enough ammo to get through or medical equipment and having to choose between sacrificing ammo for health was always a toughBy no means is Resident Evil 4 a survival horror game. While it does have some horror elements, I wouldn't classify it as that. Maybe survival thriller, but this is an awesome game. I enjoyed the survival element a lot as you constantly had to worry about having enough ammo to get through or medical equipment and having to choose between sacrificing ammo for health was always a tough choice. The obvious downside to this game is having to piggyback Ashley throughout the game and hearing her constantly shout "LEON!" However, you can tell her to hide in a dumpster so it's not too bad. Overall, this was a fun game and very enjoyable, but I did hate that if I wanted to go through and play a certain part of the game, I had to play through the entire damn thing again, but this is still pretty damn fun.… Expand
  24. TheCrumbLife
    Jul 18, 2014
    9
    Not the best HD remaster there is, but it has given me that opportunity to pour countless numbers of hours into a game that absolutely fantastic. Resident Evil 4 changed the way the horror series plays, going from fixed camera angles to a third-person, over the shoulder perspective. While I personally prefer the fixed camera angle perspective that gives a lot more atmosphere and tenseNot the best HD remaster there is, but it has given me that opportunity to pour countless numbers of hours into a game that absolutely fantastic. Resident Evil 4 changed the way the horror series plays, going from fixed camera angles to a third-person, over the shoulder perspective. While I personally prefer the fixed camera angle perspective that gives a lot more atmosphere and tense moments, the third person view in Resident Evil 4 is backed up with brilliant controls and is a great choice for the non-zombie, Las Plagas controlled enemies.

    The story starts off simple and evolves along the way, revealing past characters and just as good new ones. The boss fights are plentiful and rather challenging, especially on Professional difficulty or runs where you want to save every bullet possible. There's a great money system in place that is backed up with enemies frequently dropping Pesetas and also a huge amount of treasures which you can combine with each other in certain cases if you're patient enough to last that long without selling it and treasures you can not combine and just sell for a pretty penny if you're able to find them.

    The weapons are fantastic. There's a huge amount of them to buy as you progress through the game and unlock via completing other game modes and are often tailored to the way people play. For example, you like to spray and gun down enemies quickly? Get the TMP. Want to be more precise in your pistol shots? Get the Red 9 with its attachment. It really is a well thought out array of weapons and is backed up with a huge amount of upgrades, I really have to hand it to the developers for taking a lot of time to create some brilliant weapons.

    Lastly, content. You get a lot of it. This was back when you didn't have to pay for all this DLC to get an actual complete game. Resident Evil 4 comes with it's main game which will probably take you between 8-12 hours to complete on your first run, once you beat the game you then unlock Separate Ways and another mission-based game mode which are both based on a specific character in the game, with Separate Ways filling in some gaps on the main story, which I absolutely love. You also get the Mercenaries game mode where it is essentially a horde mode game type which you must survive until the time runs out which comes with an array of maps based off the main game. This a hell of a lot of game modes which comes bundled with the main game which is a fantastic bonus.

    Overall, if you have not played this game, you must. It's a classic and will always be one of my favourite games of all time.    … Expand
  25. Rahsmoove
    Jul 25, 2014
    9
    Best Resident Evil. I've ended on the Wii, PS2, and Xbox 360 7 times. Leon is beast. Those kicks he does are really impressive. There are so many unforgettable characters even from the previous games. They really out done themselves.
  26. miaclockman
    Aug 7, 2014
    0
    I loved this game on my Wii console. It was challenging, easy to navigate, and I spent hours playing the game. So, when I bought a used Xbox 360E, I thought that the newer version of RE4 would be just the same with the exception of better graphics.
    I should have read the reviews first! I am appalled at Capcom for releasing the most clunky and difficult to manage game! First of all,    I loved this game on my Wii console. It was challenging, easy to navigate, and I spent hours playing the game. So, when I bought a used Xbox 360E, I thought that the newer version of RE4 would be just the same with the exception of better graphics.
    I should have read the reviews first! I am appalled at Capcom for releasing the most clunky and difficult to manage game! First of all, you have no choice in the beginning to play in easy mode - the game automatically starts in normal mode.
    Then, the tweaks that you can do are very limited. You can't change the sensitivity of the joystick, so moving Leon around is extremely difficult, especially if he has to run from enemies. I've gotten killed so many times.
    In the Wii version, the reticle for all of the guns allows you great ability to aim. This one had me wasting tons of ammo just to hit a target. It's not smooth, and the laser dot is so small, that to hit an enemy in the head is next to impossible (at least for me).
    I'm sorry that I wasted $19.99 on Xbox Live for this version as it's totally useless and frustrating to play. In addition, I have the PC version from Steam, and the problems are the same. Capcom really dropped the ball on this one. It was one of the most popular versions of Resident Evil and if they wanted to re-release it, they should have taken more time to bring it up to par with the other versions which are much more flexible and easier to navigate through all levels. My opinion is that it's a waste of money.    … Expand
  27. no2nate
    Oct 24, 2014
    10
    This is the best RE game in the series in my opinion. The graphics still look impressive, especially in HD and knowing how old this game is. The enemies are much smarter and more challenging than zombies from other games. Having the option to buy and upgrade weapons is rewarding as well. The atmosphere is creepy macabre horror and is enough to thrill you like a horror movie would. The onlyThis is the best RE game in the series in my opinion. The graphics still look impressive, especially in HD and knowing how old this game is. The enemies are much smarter and more challenging than zombies from other games. Having the option to buy and upgrade weapons is rewarding as well. The atmosphere is creepy macabre horror and is enough to thrill you like a horror movie would. The only complaint that I have is that it can be a bit too challenging at times, requiring a lot of trial and error, getting killed over and over until you finally get a part right. Regardless, I would consider this game a modern classic.… Expand
  28. Odogreviews
    Sep 18, 2016
    10
    Resident Evil 4 is one of the best games I have ever played in my life. The game features some of the best atmosphere and gameplay ever put into a game. In this entry they finally dropped the zombies and have replaced them with a new type of terrifying foe. I find these new enemies much more scarier than the previous zombies. This game also ditched the 3rd person tank controls and replacedResident Evil 4 is one of the best games I have ever played in my life. The game features some of the best atmosphere and gameplay ever put into a game. In this entry they finally dropped the zombies and have replaced them with a new type of terrifying foe. I find these new enemies much more scarier than the previous zombies. This game also ditched the 3rd person tank controls and replaced it with an over the shoulder shooter experience. Back in 2005 Resident Evil 4 was the first game to ever do this. Gunplay is amazing and you can really feel the impact from the guns you will be using from the classic pistol and shotgun to the explosive rocket launcher and grenades. The boss fights, a series staple, return here but better than ever and each fight is intense and memorable. The game is very well paced one minute you will be fighting for your life in a creepy village full of crazies to racing through a mine trying to keep balance as monsters attacked you from all sides. The game is also chock full of funny cheesy B movie dialogue that will be sure to bring a grin to your face. The graphics have also aged very well by keeping that stylish Resident Evil look. The only complaint I can make for this thrilling experience is the lackluster ending and slightly clunky controls compared to today's standards. Resident Evil 4 is an experience that cannot be missed! Resident Evil 4 gets a 10/10.… Expand
  29. WildPony
    Jan 26, 2015
    7
    The first time i played resident evil 4 i absolutely loved it and of course i was really excited for the HD version . After playing it i have to say that i'm kind of disappointed . It's like they didn't even try to change the game . Plus that i spotted numerous bugs that i had never seen on the ps version or the original pc version , items floating and textures flickering . Anyway i don'tThe first time i played resident evil 4 i absolutely loved it and of course i was really excited for the HD version . After playing it i have to say that i'm kind of disappointed . It's like they didn't even try to change the game . Plus that i spotted numerous bugs that i had never seen on the ps version or the original pc version , items floating and textures flickering . Anyway i don't want to go too hard on it because it's one of my favorite games of all time . just a tip : don't get the HD version… Expand
  30. RiddleMeThis
    Jan 27, 2015
    9
    Buy it if you have not played the previous versions. It is the complete version of the game, with slightly improved graphics.

    The price is extremely fair, but it ultimately tries to live only on the nostalgia it presents to players, and there's where the game falls short.
  31. lshrsyson
    Feb 26, 2015
    2
    How anyone can give this a high score is beyond me and people who played this one first should really play the originals then they can see what proper survival is.
    So much survival horror elements where taken away when they made RE4
    Limited saves and ink ribbons have been replaced with unlimited saves and check points You can now buy health (instead of finding them) You can now buy    How anyone can give this a high score is beyond me and people who played this one first should really play the originals then they can see what proper survival is.
    So much survival horror elements where taken away when they made RE4
    Limited saves and ink ribbons have been replaced with unlimited saves and check points
    You can now buy health (instead of finding them)
    You can now buy weapons (instead of finding them)
    You can now upgrade your weapons
    You can now upgrade your health
    Instead of being one continuous game, (like the originals) its now in chapters,
    Quick time events, make the game more action based,
    Proper monsters, have been replaced with las plagas.    … Expand
  32. bcarrell
    Oct 23, 2015
    8
    There's nothing like revisiting an old favorite. This game was extremely fun and scary (of sorts).

    Resident Evil was born a survival horror game and RE4 was more leaned towards and action horror game, which is different, but it worked very well. Personally, I do wish that the Resident Evil stuck to its roots and remained in the survival horror genre. Breakdown: Story/Campaign:    There's nothing like revisiting an old favorite. This game was extremely fun and scary (of sorts).

    Resident Evil was born a survival horror game and RE4 was more leaned towards and action horror game, which is different, but it worked very well. Personally, I do wish that the Resident Evil stuck to its roots and remained in the survival horror genre.

    Breakdown:

    Story/Campaign: +1/2 (Chapter 3, The Island, seemed to be there to prolong the campaign. It really wouldn't of had a relevance if the Presidents daughter wasn't kidnapped, yet again.)
    Graphics: +2/2 (Great updated graphics, especially for its time.)
    Replay Ability: +2/2 (Could play the campaign over and over again.)
    Mechanics: +1/2 (In-game mechanics were good, but the controls were odd.)
    Side Missions: +2/2 (Tons of collectibles and secrets)

    Total: +8/10    … Expand
  33. Fincher7
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    The game that changed it all. Got a lot of slack for not being completely graphically remade for the last generation but I don't think it needs it, it still looks great with the upres on 360/PS3.

    Excited to play it all over again later this year on PS4.
  34. bear00766
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    This game is the best game of the xbox 360 consol. I was so addicted to it. The graphics are wonderful and brilliant. This is my all time favorite
  35. calanga
    Nov 6, 2018
    8
    Not much change from the first game on Game Cube, but seen pretty don`t expect something different if you play other versions (GC, Wii, PS2, etc)
  36. KlaatuHorror
    Apr 15, 2020
    7
    We have passed it a hundred times. We have it repeated on all consoles and we still like it. It is not the perfect game and it has many flaws ... but it is a lot of fun.
  37. ZeroMajor
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    With intense gameplay, iconic characters, and a wide variety of enemies, Resident Evil 4 is by far one of the scariest games I've ever played in my life. Despite its graphics having been outdated throughout time, Resident Evil 4 reminds you how much effort and care was poured to make such a masterpiece. Even by this current time, it is still a great game and arguably worth it. However, IWith intense gameplay, iconic characters, and a wide variety of enemies, Resident Evil 4 is by far one of the scariest games I've ever played in my life. Despite its graphics having been outdated throughout time, Resident Evil 4 reminds you how much effort and care was poured to make such a masterpiece. Even by this current time, it is still a great game and arguably worth it. However, I find it quite hard to replay it all over again and that hurts its replayability even for a tiny bit. If the game allows us to replay any level at any time, it would've been an easy 10.… Expand
  38. Post_Cursed
    May 2, 2022
    8
    Historia: 10/10
    Sonido: 10/10
    Jugabilidad: 7/10
    Graficos: 6/10
    Duración: 10/10
    Total: 8.6
  39. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
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Awards & Rankings

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#39 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#48 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#23 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. Xbox Achievements
    Nov 15, 2011
    89
    If you think Resident Evil 4 is dated, then you're a heathen. It's still as fresh now as it's ever been, although you may have to adjust to the control system which is showing its age. More bonus content would have been nice, but the chance to revisit a bona-fide modern classic is massively welcome. Welcome to Resident Evil 4 HD, stranger! You're going to love it all over again.
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  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 14, 2011
    80
    Not quite as outstanding as it once was, but still a benchmark release. [Issue#77, p.102]
  3. Thunderbolt
    Nov 4, 2011
    100
    With an adventure so far unmatched for memorable moments and constant thrills, the game is truly one of a kind.
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