Resident Evil 2

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1206 Ratings

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  1. Wanz
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    Absolutely the best game overall I have played in a long while. Most definitely the best RE game ever.
  2. germanik
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    Ну о чем здесь можно писать, все и так понятно - культовая игра!
  3. FanaticGamer89
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Resident Evil is back for real. So many elements is nailed just right. Let me try and make it short and sweet.

    Pros: + Graphics - Game look simply stunning, and it's wonderfully optimized, plays well on many configurations + Sound - from the eerie sound of your own footsteps to the creepy noises of the undead to the gunshots ringing out in the hallways, the sound design is simply    Resident Evil is back for real. So many elements is nailed just right. Let me try and make it short and sweet.

    Pros:
    + Graphics - Game look simply stunning, and it's wonderfully optimized, plays well on many configurations

    + Sound - from the eerie sound of your own footsteps to the creepy noises of the undead to the gunshots ringing out in the hallways, the sound design is simply perfection.

    + Atmosphere and nostalgia - They really nailed the feeling from the original Resident Evil 2 while still keeping it fresh and up to modern standards, as a Resident Evil fan that have played every single one of them, I am highly satisfied. And no I'm not just a completely fanboy that can't see wrong, recently Resident Evil 6 did a lot of things terribly and is possibly my least favorite game in the series.

    +Gameplay - Compared to a lot of games that eventually lets you have the feeling of safety, Resident Evil 2 remake never gives you this. You don't have enough ammo to kill all enemies, if you don't board up the windows they'll keep coming at you. You'll have to bob and weave, shoot for the legs, run as fast as you can to avoid the enemies. And without spoiling too much you'll surely know what it means to be powerless, to just have to run for your life.

    ~Story - I consider this element neutral, the story is what it is, it's resident evil so it's kind of corny, it's just what the franchise is known for. If you've enjoyed previous entries I see no reason why you wouldn't enjoy this. If you're the kind of person looking for oscar nominee performances you're not going to find it here.

    -Cons - It was really difficult to come up with something, yes the game can be brutally difficult and frustrating at times, but I don't really feel like this is a con as much as a "git gud" type of situation.

    Through and through Capcom have made a home run with Remake 2 and I desperately hope to see them recreate other games in the franchise with the same attention to detail and passion to please it's core audience.

    Can't recommend this game highly enough, in fact, if you by any chance is still reading, I beg you to buy the game, give Capcom a reason to keep producing these amazing games.    … Expand
  4. Pulsa_Start
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Unos gráficos muy buenos, una jugabilidad que recuerda a los antiguos re en el buen sentido, una atmósfera de survival horror perfecta, y un buen doblaje al castellano. El único punto que quizá le llamaría la atención a capcom es el doblaje de Leon, La voz en su versión española no pega ni con cola puesto que da la sensación de ser una persona mayor de lo que realmente es. Os lo recomiendoUnos gráficos muy buenos, una jugabilidad que recuerda a los antiguos re en el buen sentido, una atmósfera de survival horror perfecta, y un buen doblaje al castellano. El único punto que quizá le llamaría la atención a capcom es el doblaje de Leon, La voz en su versión española no pega ni con cola puesto que da la sensación de ser una persona mayor de lo que realmente es. Os lo recomiendo totalmente.… Expand
  5. Tharduz
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    It is a dream for me, original RE2 was one of my all time favorite, this is a master piece, extremelly well done remake, I love the ambientation here, totally recommended
  6. Colt1911
    Mar 13, 2019
    10
    To make it short: It´s a perfect RE-title and a true remake of a masterpiece.

    The only thing that´s a bit sad is that they effed the a-b scenario connection and some characters up. They´re basically not tied together and feel more like separate universes and the characters in the original like Annette, William and Chief Irons have more personality. But that isn´t a big deal considering    To make it short: It´s a perfect RE-title and a true remake of a masterpiece.

    The only thing that´s a bit sad is that they effed the a-b scenario connection and some characters up. They´re basically not tied together and feel more like separate universes and the characters in the original like Annette, William and Chief Irons have more personality. But that isn´t a big deal considering basically everything else is superior, especially the gameplay itself.

    More of this, less of RE6 and 7. RE3 and Code Veronica Remakes would be an instant-buy for me.    … Expand
  7. F-22Raptor
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Resident evil 2 is a Incredible remake, which is not afraid to change what it takes to update one of the most important video for ever goty 2019
  8. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Resident Evil 2 is a remake of the original 1998 sequel to Resident Evil: the game that started it all back in 1996; and what a legacy the franchise has left for gamers all around the world. This rendition of Resident Evil 2 is more than just a graphical update of an older game: it brings a classic into the modern era of next-gen gaming with newly refined controls, re-written script,Resident Evil 2 is a remake of the original 1998 sequel to Resident Evil: the game that started it all back in 1996; and what a legacy the franchise has left for gamers all around the world. This rendition of Resident Evil 2 is more than just a graphical update of an older game: it brings a classic into the modern era of next-gen gaming with newly refined controls, re-written script, photo-realistic graphics and edge-of-your-seat horror taken to the next level.

    Capcom has brought a new classic into the world: re-infusing an already great game with fantastic gameplay upgrades and unparalleled tension and bringing it all into the 21st century.    … Expand
  9. Hectik
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    This is the remake we have been looking for!

    Play history: Resident Evils 2 - 6 plus some spinoffs. Wow! That is my first impression. This game is what I've been looking for after some disappointing titles. Survivor horror is back, never been so 'can't play by myself' scared playing this since Alien Isolation. Gone are the guns and **** load of ammo from REs 5 and 6 which to me    This is the remake we have been looking for!

    Play history: Resident Evils 2 - 6 plus some spinoffs.

    Wow! That is my first impression. This game is what I've been looking for after some disappointing titles. Survivor horror is back, never been so 'can't play by myself' scared playing this since Alien Isolation. Gone are the guns and **** load of ammo from REs 5 and 6 which to me were more action games than survival horror.

    One thing about this game is the simplicity of things. Simple as in the HUD and in game menus not the gameplay!! Exactly how it was with the original but now with excellent visuals and detail. From the bullet wounds on zombies faces when you shoot them to the bite marks and claw marks on your player from a recent tussle with a licker.

    They still kept the over the shoulder view from the previous games but removed one really annoying thing. No more QTEs!! (Quick Time Events). Just pure tactics whether to run, shoot or knife your way to certain areas. Smart use of wooden planks to barricade windows in key areas. Once you get your bearings and consider yourself a badass zombie killer, the game throws in a spanner in the works in the form of "The Tyrant". One mean mutha about 9 ft tall mutant wearing a trench coat. Looks like a roid raging Nick Valentine from Fallout 4. This guy is indestructible and will chase you down and pummel you until you're a meat pie that has been run over by a truck.
    The only time I've died not due to the Tyrant's bommy knocker arms but actually running away from him into a pack of lickers that weren't in the corridor before. Trademark of RE games, areas change every time usually when you've picked a quest item (like a key to a locked door ) they will make you run a gauntlet to get it to where you need to go. I applaud the hardcore players who play it on the highest difficulty.

    One thing missing but don't think would be plausible is online or split screen co op. Leon and Claire didn't really set out together in the main storyline so I didn't think co op would work.

    Don't have to be a RE fan to enjoy this. If you love the scare, survival horror and the feeling of hopelessness this game is for you. Hope they remake RE3 which was my favourite along with RE4.    … Expand
  10. CDizzness
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    This is how you do a remaster. I have been putting this game off for a while now because I have such a huge backlog of Switch games that I have been churning through...luckily Coronavirus has given me time to complete the majority of them. I don't understand the negative reviews, do people realize what it takes to make a game of this quality? Developers need to see more positive feedbackThis is how you do a remaster. I have been putting this game off for a while now because I have such a huge backlog of Switch games that I have been churning through...luckily Coronavirus has given me time to complete the majority of them. I don't understand the negative reviews, do people realize what it takes to make a game of this quality? Developers need to see more positive feedback for their hard work so we continue to get quality remasters and innovative new games in the future. Of course this game is better on Xbox, Sony is over-hyped under-powered trash, the only reason they get good exclusives is because they have a hand in every market (money=power). Support American consoles! (and Nintendo, because they are in fact an amazing Japanese company focused on what matters; good quality games.)… Expand
  11. Jose12
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es todo lo que Resident Evil debería ser, el engine del juego funciona muy bien, el poder desmembrar a los zombies dependiendo donde les dispares es genial, oir los pasos de Mr X le agrega una tensión muy disfrutable, el juego se siente fluido, el survival horror se sigue sientiendo presente a pesar de tener el over shoulder aim, de hecho el poder apuntar sube de nivel a la experiencia, el poder tener la opción de jugar con la banda sonora clasica es algo que agradeceré siempre si no este juego tuviera otra puntuación, no puedo esperar por el rermake del 3… Expand
  12. Terason
    Mar 7, 2019
    10
    It was totally worth the wait. Basically 20 years waiting for this remake and let me tell you; it delivers on all fronts. From graphics to sound to the story and to the game mechanics. The enemies are absolutely terrifying and for most part offer a fair challenge. Obviously the game is not without some faults here and there but nothing noteworthy enough to ruin the experience. I love itIt was totally worth the wait. Basically 20 years waiting for this remake and let me tell you; it delivers on all fronts. From graphics to sound to the story and to the game mechanics. The enemies are absolutely terrifying and for most part offer a fair challenge. Obviously the game is not without some faults here and there but nothing noteworthy enough to ruin the experience. I love it and it gets a full 10 and I urge anyone that hasn't played it yet to give it a try. I fully trust Capcom again after this masterpiece and I can't wait for Resident Evil 3 Remake!!!… Expand
  13. JowDF
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Esse titulo é uma carta de amor aos fãs antigos da franquia e uma excelente oportunidade dos novos conhecerem o que foi RE, o jogo está lindo, gráficos magníficos e a parte sonora estão impecáveis te faz realmente se sentir imerso na atmosfera do jogo se você possuir um bom headset e o sistema dolby atmos seu áudio estará perfeito para os vários sustos do jogo. Quanto a parte da história oEsse titulo é uma carta de amor aos fãs antigos da franquia e uma excelente oportunidade dos novos conhecerem o que foi RE, o jogo está lindo, gráficos magníficos e a parte sonora estão impecáveis te faz realmente se sentir imerso na atmosfera do jogo se você possuir um bom headset e o sistema dolby atmos seu áudio estará perfeito para os vários sustos do jogo. Quanto a parte da história o que dizer está excelente, claro que houve varias alterações mas isso deixou esse remake com uma cara nova e o torna desafiador tanto para os antigos quanto para os novos fãs. A Capcom está só surpreendo nos últimos dois anos, espero que ela traga mais jogos de suas franquias clássicas de volta a vida.… Expand
  14. EddieMaiden
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    While doing a review I unintentionally used a 0 score.
    I'm really sorry for that, because this game is perfect in it's actual state.
    I wasn't able to recover most of what I wrote, but at least I can give the note it deserves.
  15. Tenacidad963
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    El videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibeEl videojuego de Resident Evil 2 es una forma de revivir y rescatar clásicos. Todo el juego es traído e interpretado con la tecnología de esta época. No conviene comparar esta versión con su predecesor. Sin embargo, es buena idea hacer remakes de clásico para que las nuevas generaciones puedan vivir estas historias con mecánicas nuevas y gráficos nuevos. Además, la dificultad se percibe diferente por decirlo de ese modo, hay puzles complicados que requieren paciencia. Conclusión: Recomendable.

    In English
    The Resident Evil 2 video game is a way to revive and rescue classics. The whole game is brought and interpreted with the technology of this era. It is not convenient to compare this version with its predecessor. However, it is a good idea to remake classic so that new generations can live these stories with new mechanics and new graphics. In addition, the difficulty is perceived differently by saying it that way, there are complicated puzzles that require patience. Conclusion: Recommended.

    バイオハザード2ビデオゲームは復活し、古典を救うための方法です。 ゲーム全体はこの時代の技術でもたらされ、解釈されています。 このバージョンとその前バージョンを比較するのは便利ではありません。 しかし、新しい世代が新しい力学と新しいグラフィックでこれらの物語を生きることができるように、古典を作り直すことは良い考えです。 また、難しさはそのようにそれを言うことによって異なる認識され、忍耐を必要とする複雑なパズルがあります。 結論：おすすめです。    … Expand
  16. hamedbanaderi
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Reconfiguration of one of the best games of history, a classy unadulterated new taste, my god is all great, do not miss this game at all.
  17. antoniomit
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Es un juego que te atrapara desde el principio, y que no vas a querer que termine nunca.. La historia tiene algunos cambios - pocos, pero merece la pena jugarlo mucho para los nostalgicos y para los que nunca pudieron jugar la original pixelada obra de arte
  18. LOCOSTAR
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    True Masterpiece. I was getting serious goosebumps from the very beginning!
    The atmosphere is breathtaking, like all the time!
    If you are a fan, even a slightest, you for sure, can't miss this piece!
  19. Xbox_Alive
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    The presentation side of the game is simply stunning and the horrifying atmosphere that’s created by both the visuals and sound design is out of this world. I was thoroughly impressed with the level design because exploring each nook and cranny always felt rewarding and it definitely made the gameplay even more immersive.In terms of content there is a great deal for you to get to gripsThe presentation side of the game is simply stunning and the horrifying atmosphere that’s created by both the visuals and sound design is out of this world. I was thoroughly impressed with the level design because exploring each nook and cranny always felt rewarding and it definitely made the gameplay even more immersive.In terms of content there is a great deal for you to get to grips with and revisiting the game always feels fresh so multiple play throughs is a must. Combat feels fluid and responsive at all times and destroying zombies and other enemies always felt satisfying and in some ways unique. They’ve paid homage to the original game extremely well while also adding tweaks and changes which definitely make it feel like a new addition to the Resident Evil franchise. The story seems to have more depth this time around and this definitely made me become even more attached to the characters within it. Each enemy poses a different challenge this time around and they seem to be more clever which makes the gameplay more challenging and fulfilling. The original Resident Evil 2 is loved by so many and for me it’s definitely my favorite games in the series. The reimagination of Resident Evil 2 is something I’ve been following really closely over the past couple of years and everything I saw during that time just made me more and more excited because it looked incredible. The screenshots however didn’t do the game enough justice because in my opinion this game has some of the best visuals and sound design I’ve ever experienced and this is the process throughout. Everything about this reimagination then has been completed with a lot of love and effort and they’ve paid homage to the original extremely well whilst also making it fresh at the same time. The story feels fresh and the characters within it feel fresh and without a doubt the combat packs a punch in all areas. Of course it wouldn’t be Resident Evil if it didn’t have zombies and I’m not exaggerating when I say that the zombies actually frightened me, in fact each of the enemies frightened me. This however just made me want to carry on even more and this isn’t a problem either because in terms of content the game has more than enough to keep you satisfied. All in all then Resident Evil 2 is that good that I can say without a doubt that it will be in my top 5 games of the year already and you owe yourself to get this if you’re a fan of the Resident Evil series because I’m a massive fan of the franchise and this is definitely my favorite game the series has delivered so far. Can't wait to see what the reimagining of resident evil 0 which is next up on the list has to offer us. This game is a MUST HAVE for anyone playing in the past or new players alike. Amazingly done... Nice work Capcom!… Expand
  20. Guilhem96
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    Obra maestra, esto es mas una Reimaginación ,pero no pierde su encanto de RE2, vale totalmente la pena y como tenia que ser es rejugable. Resident Evil regreso al survival horror.
  21. Alvz9
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    El juego, junto con RE7 y RE3 remake, presentan el mejor motor gráfico de la generación; el que logra capturar de mejor forma los gestos de los actores, y se acerca más a la idea de "foto realismo". A nivel jugable, logra superar los "controles tanques" de la primera versión, añadiendo un control más de "shooter acción" sin ocultar el componente "survival horror" de la saga. Llama mucho laEl juego, junto con RE7 y RE3 remake, presentan el mejor motor gráfico de la generación; el que logra capturar de mejor forma los gestos de los actores, y se acerca más a la idea de "foto realismo". A nivel jugable, logra superar los "controles tanques" de la primera versión, añadiendo un control más de "shooter acción" sin ocultar el componente "survival horror" de la saga. Llama mucho la atención que el juego de mucho miedo con entornos tan oscuros, cuando la primera versión tenía mucha más luminación ( e igualmente daba miedo). Lograron hacer más terrorífico esta entrega. Un punto destacable para Capcom, es el hecho de que no cobraron DLC's, y estos fueron gratuitos, lo que se agradece enormemente. El resto: es muy respetuoso de la historia original; tanto la música, los sonidos, como también la narrativa original.… Expand
  22. MuchGames
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Thank you Capcom!
    This remake is beautiful, the work done is great! 10/10.
    Now, waiting a remake of RE3, next year!
  23. jorgerico
    Feb 14, 2019
    10
    goty de 2019 sem choro, melhor jogo de ano, resident evil é vida , sem mais, o jogo q foi mais jofavel de ano 2019
  24. SahilKChandio
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Once a masterpiece, always a masterpiece!!

    Capcom has really done it with this amazing masterpiece and have gained themselves the title of King of Remakes!! This game is absolutely what I could've asked for. It has got RE4's view that actually fits perfectly! This game is a must play for everybody!!!
  25. Airufino23
    Feb 1, 2021
    10
    Ha mejorado lo que ya tenia la versión original, un placer poder disfrutar de esta obra de arte
  26. fait
    Sep 22, 2019
    10
    Um dos meus jogos favoritos dessa geração, esse jogo é uma das razões porque eu amo a franquia Resident Evil
  27. dantah
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    what a amazing game!! it is very fun!! and scary!! Please do remake for RE 3.
  28. Ernest_Figueroa
    Feb 15, 2019
    10
    Después de darle bastantes horas no hay nada malo en el juego, la ambientación y la dificultad esta entrelazada en una danza de terror, sangre, suspenso y nervios, a llegado el juego por excelencia en temática zombi, ese zombi de antaño que se respetaba se le temía y se le huye, hoy ah vuelto a ser mortífero.
  29. FireKnight224
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    I can go down an almost endless amount of pluses to this game. The graphics are great, the sounds and music are great and horrifying, game play, shooting, looting, puzzles, and the overall horror of this game is just awesome. In a time where horrors games feel almost non-existent anymore i'm so glad this came out. I feel terrible because I didn't buy the game when it came out because I wasI can go down an almost endless amount of pluses to this game. The graphics are great, the sounds and music are great and horrifying, game play, shooting, looting, puzzles, and the overall horror of this game is just awesome. In a time where horrors games feel almost non-existent anymore i'm so glad this came out. I feel terrible because I didn't buy the game when it came out because I was way to cautious about it, and man did I miss out. i wish that i had gotten it sooner. Its a must play horror game especially from a great series.… Expand
  30. IlyaLakmus
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    Я начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На немЯ начал ждать Resident Evil 2 ещё лет 5 назад. А когда Capcom анонсировали её, я очень сильно обрадовался. Прошло пару лет, и было чувство, что Capcom забили на ремейк. Ровно год назад, на 20-тилетие Resident Evil 2 1998-ого года, я думал и верил, что ремейк неожиданно или выпустят, или скажут что он доделывается. Ничего из этого не произошло. Началось лето, и вместе с ним E3 2018. На нем окончательно и официально анонсировали ремейк. Я был просто счастлив. Но в придачу к этому, ремейк объявили лучше игрой выставки E3 2018. Я чувствовал такую гордость за Capcom, что не могу передать словами. А трейлеры игры я пересматривал за день десятками раз.

    Перейдем к самой игре. Capcom идеально совместили стиль Resident Evil 4 и саму Resident Evil 2. Игра и страшная, и бодрая, и интересная, и с загадками, в общем, как мы любим. Игре вроде 21 год, но такое чувство, что это совсем другая игра. В чём-то это так и есть. Некоторые места ты сразу узнаешь, что в той или другой комнате поменяли. Но есть и совершенно новые комнаты. Сюжет идет совсем другой дорогой (в буквальном смысле). Если тут, играя за Клэр, ты на лифте Шефа Айронса возвращаешься в R.P.D., то в оригинале наоборот, ты выбираешься с его помощью. Не буду сильно спойлерить и портить ощущения от игры. Игру обязательно покупайте. Capcom в последнее время начала просыпаться и делать превосходные игры, как в былые времена.
    Оценка: 10/10    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Cubed3
    Feb 6, 2020
    90
    This Resident Evil 2 doesn't replace or overwrite its source game in the way 2002's Resident Evil did, but that doesn't mean it's a bad remake. Rather, it's one of the best the medium has seen; amplifying the underlying horror and replayability at the core of the franchise. Capcom has outdone itself in an era where they're not hurting for successes. Not for the faint of heart, but a survival horror masterpiece nonetheless, Resident Evil 2 sets a standard for good horror, good action, and damn good game design.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Feb 27, 2019
    100
    Perfectly captures the essence of the original while offering something completely new.
  3. Generación Xbox
    Feb 11, 2019
    99
    Resident evil 2 returns the best way it could possibly be. Capcom is establishing the groundwork for the franchise with this remake.
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