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The game that defined the survival-horror genre is back! Check out the remastered HD version of Resident Evil.
Resident Evil is a survival horror, zombies and horror game
developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd..
Released on January 19th 2015 is available only on Windows
in 8 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 26,767 reviews of which 24,613 were positive and 2,154 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. 😍
The game is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam with a 75% discount.
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System requirements
These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.
Windows
- OS: Windows®10
- Processor: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo 2.4 GHz, AMD Athlon™ X2 2.8 GHz, or better
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX260, ATI Radeon HD 6790, or better
Monitor Resolution: 1024×768 or higher - DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectSound compatible (must support DirectX 9.0c or higher)
- Additional Notes: Controller: Supports Keyboard +Mouse. Genuine Xbox 360 PC compatible controller or comparable XInput-based gamepad recommended.Note: Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom.
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10 reasons to praise Resident Evil 1 1. This game makes you feel like a security camera 2. The cameraman works for the zombies 3. Opening doors become nightmare fuels once you get lost 4. Every residents in the mansion are truly evil 5. Hungry zombies like to eat doggie food 6. Chris still laughs at Wesker's science project 7. JILL SANDWICH has jiggle physics 8. BARRY being barry 9. COWGIRL REBECCA 10. Remember, this game ran on GameCube in 2002!
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Resident Evil 1 was amazing. Jill and Chris stories are amazing. Well, it's the same story, but in different ways and it has many endings. The graphics are gorgeous. The gameplay style is a classic and feels different gameplay than other Resident Evil. Like RE4 (2005) - RE4 Remake. I never played any other classic Resident Evil with that style before. I did play RE0 before this. The puzzles are satisfying and confusing. Amazing classic horror game and I do enjoy it. I hope Resident Evil 1 Remake happens in the future. 10/10
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Resident Evil HD Remaster breathes new life into the original survival horror masterpiece that started it all. This updated version of the 1996 classic doesn't just polish the visuals, it elevates the entire experience while maintaining the core elements that made the original so iconic. For fans of the genre and newcomers alike, this remaster offers an unforgettable journey into the Spencer Mansion's terrifying corridors. A Return to Survival Horror’s Roots The remaster revisits the classic story of Resident Evil, where players step into the shoes of either Chris Redfield or Jill Valentine, members of the elite S.T.A.R.S. team, sent to investigate mysterious murders on the outskirts of Raccoon City. What follows is a horrifying descent into the heart of the Spencer Mansion, a labyrinth of secrets, puzzles, and grotesque monstrosities. The game stays true to its roots, focusing on tension, resource management, and environmental storytelling. Even after all these years, the mansion is as haunting and enigmatic as ever. Enhanced Visuals and Atmosphere The updated graphics in the HD Remaster are a standout feature. The pre-rendered backgrounds are beautifully remastered, with enhanced lighting and textures bringing the creepy atmosphere of the Spencer Mansion to life. Shadows flicker, lightning illuminates the dark hallways, and every creak of the floorboards feels more immersive than ever. The game’s sound design is another highlight, with eerie background music and haunting ambient noises adding to the tension. It’s a game that demands to be played with headphones for the full effect. Refined Controls: Old and New One of the biggest improvements is the addition of modernized controls. The tank controls of the original, while still available for purists, are now complemented by an alternative control scheme that feels more fluid and intuitive. This makes the game more accessible for new players while preserving the challenge and suspense that defined the original. Puzzles and Exploration: Engaging and Rewarding The remaster retains the intricate puzzles and exploration that were a hallmark of the original. From cryptic riddles to hidden keys, each discovery feels satisfying and rewarding. The layout of the mansion itself is a puzzle, with shortcuts, locked doors, and secret pathways that gradually reveal themselves as you progress. Survival Horror at Its Best Resident Evil HD Remaster captures the essence of survival horror. Resources like ammunition and healing items are scarce, forcing players to make strategic choices and manage their inventory carefully. Every encounter with a zombie or monstrous creature feels tense and consequential, with death always lurking around the corner. The addition of Crimson Heads, zombies that can resurrect into faster, deadlier versions if not disposed of properly, adds a new layer of fear and strategy, ensuring that even areas you thought were “safe” remain a source of dread. Pros: [*]Stunning visual overhaul: Pre-rendered backgrounds and lighting effects look gorgeous and atmospheric. [*]Refined controls: The addition of modern controls makes the game more accessible. [*]Classic survival horror: Maintains the tension, resource management, and puzzle-solving that define the genre. [*]Improved sound design: Creepy ambient noises and music enhance the eerie atmosphere. [*]Faithful to the original: Captures the essence of what made the original Resident Evil a masterpiece. [*]Crimson Heads: A chilling new twist to the zombie threat. [*]Multiple playthroughs encouraged: With two characters (Chris and Jill), different endings, and challenging modes, replayability is high. Cons: [*]Fixed camera angles: While iconic, they can feel dated to some players and make combat tricky. [*]Limited inventory space: Adds to the challenge but can be frustrating at times. [*]Pace may feel slow: The deliberate pacing and backtracking might not appeal to players unfamiliar with older games. [*]No major story changes: Veterans of the original may find little new content in terms of narrative. [*]Lack of accessibility options: Limited features for modern accessibility standards. Conclusion: Resident Evil HD Remaster is a masterclass in remaking a classic. It preserves the charm and terror of the original while improving on its visuals, controls, and overall presentation. This is survival horror at its finest, with a haunting atmosphere, engaging puzzles, and relentless tension that keeps you on the edge of your seat. For longtime fans, it’s a nostalgic trip back to the Spencer Mansion with a fresh coat of paint. For newcomers, it’s a fantastic way to experience one of gaming’s most influential titles. Despite a few dated mechanics, the remaster is a must-play for anyone looking to explore the roots of survival horror. Just remember: in the world of Resident Evil, every bullet and every step matters.
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The golden standard of how Remakes/Remasters should be made. No content outright removed , no removing atmosphere just to make it look prettier , accessibility options added , cut content restored and added into the game aswell as new content and evolved mechanics. It differs from the original but in the best way possible , no retcons , no story change , just more polish and a true modernization , keeping everything that made the original great while adding new stuff for new players and returning ones alike. This makes it the most true to vision Resident Evil ever existed . This Resident Evil is the most Resident Evil out of all the Resident Evils. I rate Resident Evil/Resident Evil.
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Resident Evil teaches that cinematic doesn't mean uninteractive. In the current zeitgeist of the videogame artform, the current standards call for a certain kind of game design. Filling your game with scenes, linear segments and a certain feel that the interaction was an afterthought. Games are trying to become movies and in such process, they simply forget what made videogames so special: interaction. I'm not implying that such games shouldn't exist, or that such games are inherently bad — I'm a Metal Gear Solid fan, for F's sake. But I also do think that there's a model where they apply such elements without putting any thought on how to properly make the experience justifiable as a game. "Cinematic" became a really marketable adjective, but I don't think any of these recent cutscene focused games are the prime example of this quality just because they have a lot of dialogues and film-like photography. If I'm honest, the most "cinematic" game I have ever played is the one you are looking for opinions right now: Resident Evil Remake. Due to the fact this title doesn't force you to watch Hollywood inspired scenes, some people might question my statement. And these people should maybe take some time to watch more films, especially Sam Raimi, Alfred Hitchcock or George Romero's films. Resident Evil Remake is the master of gamifying the experience of watching a horror thriller film through the clever usage of a philosophy the title coined: the so called "survival horror" experience. Akin to the classic Evil Dead, you are forced to explore an uncharted, lethal environment full of uncertainity. You have limited inventory slots, limited resources and the enemies you are facing are quite relentless. This game will show you how people in the 2000s viewed zombies: flesh dolls that hunt you regardless of how many shots you fired at them; it takes a lot of resources to effectively deal with them. If you take the wrong choices, you might probably need to restart the game rather early... because even the saving system requires you to use a limited item. It never gets frustrating because the only part of the game you are given full player agency and freedom to experiment is the early segments (it gets linear and less likely for you to screw up in the last levels). Still, you are always exploring, room after room, with a gun in your hand and a lot of fear of what will appear next. This game hides surprises and plays around with making you familiar with ambients to subvert this notion later, while presenting challenges in unexpected ways. Resident Evil isn't as disturbing as Silent Hill or Fatal Frame, but it's constantly a despair fest, where you are always picking resources and planning your inventory so you can travel through corridors without falling into the mansion's deadly traps. It's the apex of the classic "haunted mansion" trope, even if it avoids supernatural explanations. This is the first part of the "survival horror" experience, and it's where you might feel frustrated and overwhelmed. However, do not give up! The second part is where you find some kind of overpowering resource, which you can abuse to dominate the game and show those zombies what you are made of. Do you remember when Ash found the shotgun in Evil Dead? You'll feel just like him when you find RE1's shotgun. You will become an overpowered action hero that is throughly able to deal with the threats that oppressed you for so long; that is, until the game throws at you new enemies, traps and puzzles. It's a constant dance of being underpowered and overpowered and it's addicting. It's a masterclass on building tension, giving you consistent pay-offs and surprising you like a classic horror film. One might ask himself about the replay value, due to the fact most of the surprises won't have the same effect if you know the mansion. Resident Evil answers this by rewarding players who know the layout with unlockables, new game modes and the fact you have two campaigns. While you are exploring the same basic environment, choosing between Chris and Jill alters a lot of the resources, gameplay elements and choices you are forced into. Playing at least two times to witness different situations and twists is totally worth it — Chris being the pure ludonarrative path, where you are given total agency of how you explore the mansion, and the game is tougher; Jill being the more "linear" path, where you have more resources and you don't need the same amount of backtracking and inventory management, thus making the exploration a bit more of a traditional videogame since you won't need to clear your path or worry about coming back all that much. And as a remake, it plays around a lot with the idea of surprising the hardcore fan who has played the originals, changing a lot of the surprises and mixing a bit of the mansion's layout. New mechanics are added and they make the game even harder than it originally was. They also fix a lot of the issues the first game had, such as the underwhelming cave segment, the awful shark "bossfight" while adding a bit more of narrative to spice things up. I'll just say a name: Lisa Trevor, and you'll know what I mean when you get there. It also improves a bit on the controls, allowing you to use the analogue stick and giving you an option if you are not a fan of tank controls. I'm more of a Chris fan because of how it plays out more akin to "living" a horror film, but both campaigns still feature the same core experience to some degree. Resident Evil Remake is a true masterpiece and I feel very compelled to play this until there's no more content to be found. I already have +20 hours, and this game lasts like, 10-12 hours in your first run. Your run can be optimized up to 2 hours or something if you do play it a lot, and it's just joyful. If you enjoy game design and haven't played this, I don't know what you are doing. This is a purchasable evidence that you can take movie elements and translate into a truly interactive and immersive game. Play it right now! 10/10
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Frequently Asked Questions
Resident Evil is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam.
Resident Evil is currently available at a 75% discount. You can purchase it for 4.99€ on Steam.
Resident Evil received 24,613 positive votes out of a total of 26,767 achieving an impressive rating of 9.00.
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Resident Evil was developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd..
Resident Evil is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Resident Evil is not playable on MacOS.
Resident Evil is not playable on Linux.
Resident Evil is a single-player game.
Resident Evil does not currently offer any DLC.
Resident Evil does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Resident Evil does not support Steam Remote Play.
Resident Evil is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
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CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
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19 Jan 2015
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