Resident Evil

1. Backstrom

   Feb 20, 2011

   10

   This is one of the best games in the genre, and of the best games for the PS1 ever. It's slightly more action-oriented than the more scaryThis is one of the best games in the genre, and of the best games for the PS1 ever. It's slightly more action-oriented than the more scary RE1, but it doesn't make it lesser of a game. The action-horror atmosphere actually fits very well, but maybe it could have been slightly better if it was a teeny tiny bit more scary. Who knows. The music and the sound effects are excellent and gives the game an eerie atmosphere. The dialogue is kinda cheesy, but that's the way I like it. It has a lot of puzzle-solving which is a good thing, and it has interesting environments and characters. 2 separate characters with 2 separate scenarios each (granted the scenarios aren't very different from one another), and an extra mini-game with Hunk and Tofu gives this game a great replay-value. Plenty of interesting bosses including: alligator, Mr X., different mutations of William Birkin, G-Virus' "Offspring", the Moth (although not really a boss). 1-2 more boss-fights had been perfect though. I think Chief Irons had made a good boss, imagine a boss-fight with a human who isn't infected by some kind of virus, blasting away with a hunting rifle, and setting off traps (he enjoyed hunting) during the fight. A boss-fight against one of Hunk's team members would have been nice too. A G-virus mutated mercenary with a machine gun. Plenty of different monsters such as: a few different kind of zombies (but where are all the children zombies?), 2 kind of lickers, 2 kind of walking plants, spiders, dogs (where are all the cats though?), crows. Cats and snakes (there are only sissy snakes, and few of them) would have been cool. Some kind of different bird would have been nice, since there are only crows/ravens/whatever. Summary: A solid 10, it is everything that a Resident Evil should be, and I will NEVER get tired of this game. I still remember the first time I saw this game, it was when I watched my friend play the RE2 demo, which his older brother had got from his copy of RE 1 Dir. Cut. I was awe-struck and deeply fascinated when i watched my friend play it. It's more than 10 years later now, and the fascination of this game hasn't decreased,… Expand

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2. PiranhaG.

   Sep 13, 2003

   10

   A reference on the videogames.

   • 1 of 1 users found this helpful
4. blessme

   Dec 8, 2019

   10

   Giving birth to the legendary series that is RE, this game set the survival horror formula perfectly well. It's a metroidvania game, where youGiving birth to the legendary series that is RE, this game set the survival horror formula perfectly well. It's a metroidvania game, where you navigate through the unknow, dangerous mansion unlocking new areas as you find new keys exploring, while making you feel the oppressiveness of the mansion in it's atmosphere and is it's notorious difficulty. This game is a masterpiece, it's atmospheric, it's difficult, it's scary, it's memorable. A better survival horror game than this, only this game's own remake.… Expand

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5. CloudStrife05

   Aug 20, 2021

   9

   Where it all began. Zombies, Mansion, Redfield, Valentine, Wesker, S.T.A.R.S.... need I really say anymore?

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6. suneater

   Mar 3, 2013

   9

   A true innovator and creator of a genre, Resident Evil is the first (and one of the best) "survival horror" games. Borrows elements fromA true innovator and creator of a genre, Resident Evil is the first (and one of the best) "survival horror" games. Borrows elements from puzzle and action games with a splash of B-movie horror and acting. The classical and ambient soundtrack really adds to the atmosphere and foreboding of the game, strengthening the feelings of isolation and desperation while locked inside an undead-infested mansion. Combat is the game's weakest point, with aiming being a struggle; however, the game promotes avoiding combat so this isn't a serious issue. Despite some camera and combat issues (which are to be expected considering how new 3D games were at the time of it's launch), Resident Evil is a true masterpiece worth playing still today.… Expand

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7. MatthewBTVS

   Aug 31, 2013

   8

   It might not be the best in its series, but no one can deny, the first Resident Evil redefined the survival horror genre. Playing it for theIt might not be the best in its series, but no one can deny, the first Resident Evil redefined the survival horror genre. Playing it for the first time in years I couldn't help but cringe, its blocky graphics, scary in a bad way voice acting, and sluggish controls make it by todays standards abit dated. Rub at its surface and you'll however inevitably find its diamond core. The eerie music, groan and sounds from the enemies and the horror it invokes still has a class of its own, inspiring real fear and helplessness. The story is good but nothing sensational, but those who enjoyed the game before will be happily nostalgic playing it in this day and age.… Expand

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8. MitchF.

   Aug 7, 2004

   0

   Horrible graphics, controls and worst of all gameplay. If you are looking for a classic horror title get Silent Hill.

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