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Resident Evil

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First release
Mar 22, 2002
Publisher
Capcom
Genres
Adventure, Shooter, Puzzle · Action, Horror, Survival
Platforms
Nintendo GameCube

Resident Evil is the 2002 remake of the original 1996 video game of the same name featuring various improvements and gameplay overhaul. The game features all-new graphics and sound, and also incorporates gameplay elements from the earlier installments. While the overall plot remained mostly unchanged, several new areas and rooms were added to the game. This remake also features many additional modes, secrets and various endings over the original.

Also known as Обитель зла, Resident Evil Remake, Resident Evil Rebirth, REbirth
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Storyline
Special forces S.T.A.R.S. Bravo team's helicopter malfunctioned and crashed during their mission, disappearing into the Arklay Mountains. Now, S.T.A.R.S. Alpha team is sent on a mission to investigate a series of murders around Raccoon Forest. Spotting the Bravo team's helicopter, or what's left of it, they land nearby and investigate the surrounding area. Unaware of what they might expect, one member is attacked and devoured by zombified Dobermans. The rest of the team, with a little bit of luck, find shelter in a nearby mansion, not knowing it was probably better to stay out.Read more

Special forces S.T.A.R.S. Bravo team's helicopter malfunctioned and crashed during their mission, disappearing into the Arklay Mountains. Now, S.T.A.R.S. Alpha team is sent on a mission to investigate a series of murders around Raccoon Forest. Spotting the Bravo team's helicopter, or what's left of it, they land nearby and investigate the surrounding area. Unaware of what they might expect, one member is attacked and devoured by zombified Dobermans. The rest of the team, with a little bit of luck, find shelter in a nearby mansion, not knowing it was probably better to stay out.

Release dates
Nintendo GameCube
Mar 22, 2002
Nintendo GameCube
Apr 30, 2002
Nintendo GameCube
Sep 13, 2002
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
zombies, helicopter, bloody, disease, murder
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Critic Score
80
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