Resident Evil 2 / Biohazard RE:2
Six years after launch, Resident Evil 2 Remake just became harder than everFeb 3, 2025 - PCGamesNYou're down to your last few VP70 bullets. The Licker on the ceiling of the STARs corridor is scuttling rapidly towards you. Somewhere in the distance, you hear the increasingly loud bootsteps of the tyrannical Mr. X. Originally released in 2019, Resident Evil 2 Remake, particularly on the higher difficulty settings, can be one of the toughest survival horror games on PC. But with RE9 presumably in the works and the possibility of a Code Veronica remake lingering in the air, Capcom's reimagined version of RE2 has just been transformed into one of the hardest PC games, period. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: The original, canceled version of Resident Evil 2 is back and better than ever You can get $300 worth of Resident Evil games for the price of one, right now Resident Evil 2 just got an unofficial HD remaster, and you can play it now The original, canceled version of Resident Evil 2 is back and better than everJan 29, 2025 - PCGamesNGothic, ornate, but just close enough to normality that it feels real, the Raccoon City Police Department building in Resident Evil 2 is one of the greatest settings in horror game history. But it didn't always look that way. Before RE2 made it to shelves back in 1998, another version of the game came close to completion. Starring a different-looking Leon Kennedy and a Claire Redfield prototype named Elza Walker, what fans now refer to as Resident Evil 1.5 was a very, very different game, with alternate locations, more guns, and expanded escort-quest sequences. Capcom scrapped this version, but it's since been rebuilt by fans - and a new, improved restoration is available right now. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: You can get $300 worth of Resident Evil games for the price of one, right now Resident Evil 2 just got an unofficial HD remaster, and you can play it now Resident Evil 2 is better than RE2 Remake, and now easy to play on PC Resident Evil special videoOct 29, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsResident Evil has been delivering the jumpscares and joys of horror to thrill seekers everywhere since our first game released in 1996, and we now present our Ode to Horror. We hope you continue to think of the series fondly (or with fear), and look forward to the horrors you've yet to experience. Trick or treat yourself to Resident Evil games on sale for a limited time! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/43107541/ec486e658c651929e87f82184114cd7ce3bc943d.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/app/2050650/Resident_Evil_4/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1196590/Resident_Evil_Village/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/952060/Resident_Evil_3/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/883710/Resident_Evil_2/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/418370/Resident_Evil_7_Biohazard/ You can get $300 worth of Resident Evil games for the price of one, right nowOct 24, 2024 - PCGamesNI've said it before: Resident Evil 3 Remake is one of the most underrated games in the entire series. Bundle that together with RE Village, RE7, the remake of Resident Evil 2, and dozens of other hits from Capcom's defining survival horror series, and you've got yourself one of the best batches of classic and modern scare-'em-ups available today. We're still waiting on Code Veronica Remake, or maybe the full Resident Evil 9, but with the reimagined version of RE4 behind us, it's a good opportunity to either round out your collection or explore the rest of the Resi world for the first time. Right now, you can get 11 Resident Evil games, covering the entire series chronology, for less than $60. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Resident Evil 9 may be revealed soon as mysterious Metacritic page appears Resident Evil creator Shinji Mikami is 'reunited' with Chris Redfield Resident Evil creator Mikami wants to "stay away" from survival horror Resident Evil 2 just got an unofficial HD remaster, and you can play it nowOct 16, 2024 - PCGamesNI've completed Resident Evil 2 probaby 100 times, and that's not an exaggeration. Some years ago, I used to speedrun it, which meant playing the entire Leon A scenario back to back maybe twice or three times a day. From the Raccoon City streets to the RPD building, the narrow sewers and the Umbrella lab, I feel like I know every inch of Capcom's classic survival horror game by heart. I like RE2 Remake, but the original will always be the best. With that in mind, and rumors whirling about both Resident Evil 9 and a possible remake of Code Veronica, if you want to revisit Resident Evil 2 now it's on GOG, a new, unofficial HD remaster mod is perfect for bringing layers of extra detail to one of the all-time greats. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Resident Evil 2 is better than RE2 Remake, and now easy to play on PC Resident Evil 2 finally getting a decent PC port, and it's here soon Resident Evil 2 Remake rebuilt with classic fixed camera, playable now Resident Evil 2 is better than RE2 Remake, and now easy to play on PCAug 27, 2024 - PCGamesNWe're still waiting for confirmation on what's next for Resident Evil, be it a fully fledged RE9, a Code Veronica remake, or maybe a fresh version of the hard-to-love Resident Evil Zero. Nevertheless, the Capcom survival horror is ticking over thanks to a vital re-release of one of the greatest games in the entire series, Resident Evil 2. RE2 Remake is a superlative reimagining of the fixed-camera classic, but the 1998 original is scarier, more atmospheric, and a vital part of videogame history. It also brought us Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield for the first time, as well as the iconic Raccoon City police station. Hard to access on PC in the modern era, finally, as of today, buying and playing RE2 is extremely simple. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Resident Evil 2 finally getting a decent PC port, and it's here soon Resident Evil 2 Remake rebuilt with classic fixed camera, playable now Massive Half-Life 2 mod is basically a new Resident Evil 2 remake Resident Evil 2 finally getting a decent PC port, and it's here soonAug 19, 2024 - PCGamesNEver since I played Capcom's 2019 remake of Resident Evil 2, I've been eagerly waiting for the original to come to PC. With the seminal survival horror series jumping between genres over the last three decades, it's been hard to easily find and play the trilogy that started it all. The remakes of RE2 and RE4 are excellent, the first-person adventures of Ethan Winters are a return to form, and Resident Evil 9 anticipation is at a fever pitch. Amidst all that, however, GOG is slowly releasing the original Resident Evil trilogy on PC, and RE2 is finally almost here. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Resident Evil 2 Remake rebuilt with classic fixed camera, playable now Massive Half-Life 2 mod is basically a new Resident Evil 2 remake The best Resident Evil game finally comes to Game Pass The 90s version of the original Resident Evil is now easily grabbable on modern PCs, with 2 and 3 coming soonJun 26, 2024 - VG247If you've been itching to play the original 90s version of the game that kicked off the Resident Evil series by introducing us all to just how funny it can be to have a live-action intro that's so stuck in that decade it might as well be listening to Aqua's Barbie Girl while playing pick-up ball with prime Michael Jordan, you're in luck. The PC port of original Resi from 1996, long something that that's been tough to get ahold of in a format that allows you to easily play it on a modern PC, with it not being on Steam. Now though, it's been brought back, by Capcom and a storefront that specialises in, well, good old games. You can find this original PC version of Resident Evil on GOG.com as of today, with it being available for £8.99 / $9.99. While it has been updated to to ensure it works properly with the Windows 10 and 11 that a lot of today's PCs use, unless you're a clever clogs that prefers something like Linux, the tweaks that GOG's made are designed to be pretty light - i.e you're not getting a remake that switches up the original experience too much. Read more One modder is bringing back Resident Evil 2's classic style by adding over 1,700 camera angles to the RemakeMar 13, 2024 - PC GamerI first played Resident Evil 2 on my cousin's PlayStation when I was way too young to be doing so—10-year-old me had no business walking around Racoon City at that age. Back then, the grainy images and bloody zombies felt like they would jump out of the screen at me, and the lack of directional control, thanks to the fixed camera angles, was too much for my tiny brain to handle... Read more.Resident Evil 2 Remake rebuilt with classic fixed camera, playable nowMar 13, 2024 - PCGamesN2019's Resident Evil 2 Remake expertly builds on Capcom's iconic survival horror game by modernizing some of the more aged details and keeping what still works today. While the RE2 Remake completely forgoes the classic fixed camera, a dedicated modder has managed to recreate it, restoring the perspective from the original. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Massive Half-Life 2 mod is basically a new Resident Evil 2 remake The best Resident Evil game finally comes to Game Pass Classic Resident Evil 2 remade as an FPS game, available now Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition: Survival is just the beginning.Feb 8, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsResident Evil 4, the critically acclaimed remake of the 2005 original, returns in a new edition along with the story DLC Separate Ways and an Extra DLC Pack. This modern survival horror masterpiece has sold over 6 million units to date, and now you can enjoy it to the fullest. Also available as a free separate download is the action-focused DLC The Mercenaries. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2050650/BIOHAZARD_RE4/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2109315/Resident_Evil_4__The_Mercenaries/Massive Half-Life 2 mod is basically a new Resident Evil 2 remakeJan 12, 2024 - PCGamesNHalf-Life 2 never seems to leave the limelight, standing the test of time as one of the most iconic PC games ever. The 2004 sci-fi shooter sequel is still one of Steam's most top-rated entries, and its creative community of modders isn't showing any signs of slowing down either. One creator took it upon himself to craft a new Resident Evil 2 remake using Valve's Source engine, producing a standalone mod for HL2 that's almost too good to believe. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Amazing new Half-Life 2 campaign is like a full, unofficial spin-off Ex Valve dev says Steam Early Access doesn't work for PC game launches Ex Half-Life and Valve dev says CoD MW3 is "gross and exploitative" The best Resident Evil game finally comes to Game PassJan 3, 2024 - PCGamesNA 2019 Game of the Year nominee and one of the best survival horror games ever made is finally coming to Game Pass, as Microsoft reveals the January 2024 slate of games so far. Resident Evil 2 leads the way, as Assassin's Creed Valhalla, We Happy Few, and even more games are here to disrespect your already stacked backlog. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Classic Resident Evil 2 remade as an FPS game, available now Resident Evil 4, DMC, and Monster Hunter lead huge Capcom Steam sale The original Resident Evil 2 is being remade in first-person Classic Resident Evil 2 remade as an FPS game, available nowDec 19, 2023 - PCGamesNThere was a time, some years ago, when I could call myself a Resident Evil 2 speedrunner. Playing a PAL version of the Capcom survival horror classic (an important detail, since it means more enemies), I was able to beat the first Leon scenario in a quasi-impressive time of one hour, 16 minutes, and six seconds. Naturally, I came to know the Raccoon City police building, the sewer system, and the Umbrella labs very, very well. But even I'm taken aback by this new, fan-made version of RE2, which transforms the entire original game into a fully functional FPS. I know these places, but I've never seen them like this. It's remarkable work, and an amazing way to replay the original Resident Evil 2. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Resident Evil 4, DMC, and Monster Hunter lead huge Capcom Steam sale The original Resident Evil 2 is being remade in first-person You can beat Resident Evil 2 without moving Maui Strong Sale Now LiveDec 18, 2023 - Community Announcementshttps://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/33635755/6a911a5ea8c25f3be817fdab9844fa9825312e68.png ■Capcom is participating in the "Maui Strong Sale", sponsored by KOMODO Co., Ltd., to support the residents of Maui, Hawaii, who were severely affected by the wildfires that occurred last August. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Maui Strong Fund, established by the Hawaii Community Foundation, and will be used for relief efforts and recovery support in Maui. ～“Maui Strong Sale” Sale period～ 12/18-10:00 AM - 12/21-10:00 AM (PST) 12/18-8:00AM - 12/21-8:00 AM (Hawaii Time) https://store.steampowered.com/sale/komodo-hawaii-maui-strong https://store.steampowered.com/app/582010/Monster_Hunter_World/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/601150/Devil_May_Cry_5/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/883710/BIOHAZARD_RE2/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/952060/BIOHAZARD_RE3/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/418370/BIOHAZARD_7_resident_evil/ https://store.steampowered.com/sub/869050/Capcom The Game Awards Sale Now LiveDec 7, 2023 - Community Announcements■”THE GAME AWARDS COLLECTION” and digital discount taking place! Make sure to grab it while it's still available! https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/43107541/37717a6b5b8c18e5528dfe65f5114b803e19221b.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/36998/THE_GAME_AWARDS_COLLECTION/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2050650/BIOHAZARD_RE4/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1364780/Street_Fighter_6/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1196590/BIOHAZARD_VILLAGE/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/601150/Devil_May_Cry_5/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/582010/Monster_Hunter_World/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/13014/Monster_Hunter_World_Iceborne_Master_Edition_Digital_Deluxe/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/883710/BIOHAZARD_RE2/ Resident Evil 4, DMC, and Monster Hunter lead huge Capcom Steam saleOct 26, 2023 - PCGamesNWith Resident Evil 4 Remake, Capcom yet again reminds us why it's one of the most revered publishers at the moment. A masterful ground-up reimagining of one of the most beloved games of all time that manages to at once remain faithful to the original and feel completely new, it's every bit a 'remake done right' - and it's yours at a big discount right now, joining the likes of Devil May Cry 5, Monster Hunter Rise, Ghost Trick, and much more in a huge Capcom sale. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: A Devil May Cry anime series is coming to Netflix soon Legendary Dark Knights is a DMC 5 mod that adds lots more enemies Devil May Cry 5's Vergil DLC is out in December "Separate Ways" launchSep 20, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsFan-favorite Resident Evil 4 additional scenario “Separate Ways” returns as new story DLC on 9/21! Separate Ways—the missing link in the main story—is a thrilling, survival-horror adventure starring Ada Wong. Additionally, on the same day an update arrives for the free DLC "The Mercenaries," adding new playable characters. If you haven't experienced Resident Evil 4 yet, the base game is currently discounted for a limited time! https://youtu.be/nHCK6Cbn3UM https://store.steampowered.com/app/2050650/Resident_Evil_4/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2109300/BIOHAZARD_RE4_SEPARATE_WAYS/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2109315/Resident_Evil_4__The_Mercenaries/ ■The mission requires secrecy. Failure is not an option. Play as Ada Wong in this additional scenario and experience the events of Resident Evil 4 from her perspective, filling in unanswered questions posed in the main story. See the other side of the story from her eyes as her mission, and fate, intertwines with Leon Kennedy's a second time. ■Ada Wong and Albert Wesker are now available in a free update for “The Mercenaries!” A new update adds Ada Wong and Albert Wesker as playable characters. "The Mercenaries" is a free DLC available to owners of Resident Evil 4, which offers another type of survival experience to players. ■Other popular Capcom titles including the Resident Evil franchise are currently discounted as part of the Capcom Tokyo Game Show sale! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43107541/7bc4350d4f97c72fafe409558e05baf2523999c0.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/34737/MONSTER_HUNTER_FRANCHISE_PACK/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/34738/FIGHTING_TGS_PACK/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/34883/ROCKMAN_TGS_PACK/ https://store.steampowered.com/sub/821963/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/367500/Dragons_Dogma_Dark_Arisen/ https://store.steampowered.com/sub/692569/The RE4 DLC "Separate Ways" launches 9/21! A free update is also coming!Sep 14, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsFan-favorite Resident Evil 4 additional scenario “Separate Ways” returns as new story DLC on 9/21! Separate Ways—the missing link in the main story—is a thrilling, survival-horror adventure starring Ada Wong. Additionally, on the same day an update arrives for the free DLC "The Mercenaries", adding new playable characters. If you haven't experienced Resident Evil 4 yet, the base game is currently discounted for a limited time! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2050650/Resident_Evil_4/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2109315/Resident_Evil_4__The_Mercenaries/ ■The mission requires secrecy. Failure is not an option. Play as Ada Wong in this additional scenario and experience the events of Resident Evil 4 from her perspective, filling in unanswered questions posed in the main story. See the other side of the story from her eyes as her mission, and fate, intertwines with Leon Kennedy's a second time. ■Ada Wong and Albert Wesker are now available in a free update for “The Mercenaries!” A new update adds Ada Wong and Albert Wesker as playable characters. "The Mercenaries" is a free DLC available to owners of Resident Evil 4, which offers another type of survival experience to players. ■Other popular Capcom titles including the Resident Evil franchise are currently discounted as part of the Capcom Tokyo Game Show sale! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43107541/7bc4350d4f97c72fafe409558e05baf2523999c0.jpg https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/34737/MONSTER_HUNTER_FRANCHISE_PACK/ https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/34738/FIGHTING_TGS_PACK/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/367500/Dragons_Dogma_Dark_Arisen/ https://store.steampowered.com/sub/692569/ Notice of Update DistributionAug 13, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsThe following updates have been made to Resident Evil 2. - Added Latin American Spanish as a display language. - Fixed achievements that weren't displayed correctly in some languages. - Fixed some bugs/issues.Resident Evil 2 is the First Time the Franchise has Launched in Steam's Top 5 Most Played GamesJan 28, 2019 - GitHypJust as the demo’s player counts indicated, the launch of Resident Evil 2’s remake was a huge success and the first game in the franchise to ever debut in Steam’s top 5 most played games.
Earlier this month, GitHyp predicted Resident Evil 2’s record-breaking launch after Capcom released the RE2 “1-Shot” Demo that brought in a peak of 11k players on Steam, almost tripling the peak of RE7’s demo back in 2016.
Over the weekend, Resident Evil 2 debuted at #5 on Steam with an impressive peak of 74k concurrent players – which was four times Resident Evil 7: Biohazard's peak concurrent players.
While RE7 was a huge hit for Capcom two years ago that helped revive the series, it only managed to debut at #19 on Steam with a peak of 20k players and eventually fell to #75 overall in 2017.
Resident Evil 2 is likely to experience a similar decline in its player base, but it should still end 2018 in a much better position than previous games in the series with a much larger player base.
Now with two successful Resident Evil games in a row, after a decade of controversial games that upset fans of survival horror, there’s no question that Capcom has returned the franchise to its former glory as one of the biggest new game launches of 2019.
The only question left is: Where do they go with the next Resident Evil game? Will they continue where RE7 left off in first-person or try their luck again with a Resident Evil 3: Nemesis remake?
While RE7 was a huge hit for Capcom two years ago that helped revive the series, it only managed to debut at #19 on Steam with a peak of 20k players and eventually fell to #75 overall in 2017.
Resident Evil 2 is likely to experience a similar decline in its player base, but it should still end 2018 in a much better position than previous games in the series with a much larger player base.
Now with two successful Resident Evil games in a row, after a decade of controversial games that upset fans of survival horror, there’s no question that Capcom has returned the franchise to its former glory as one of the biggest new game launches of 2019.
The only question left is: Where do they go with the next Resident Evil game? Will they continue where RE7 left off in first-person or try their luck again with a Resident Evil 3: Nemesis remake?
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