Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles

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  • Summary: Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles is a brand new game in the Resident Evil franchise, with familiar locales from the entire series, created specifically for the unique characteristics of the Wii hardware. This action/shooter hybrid reveals the back story behind the fall of the UmbrellaResident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles is a brand new game in the Resident Evil franchise, with familiar locales from the entire series, created specifically for the unique characteristics of the Wii hardware. This action/shooter hybrid reveals the back story behind the fall of the Umbrella Corporation by exploring locations from Resident Evil 0, 1, 2 and 3 as well as new never-before-seen locations, such as Umbrella's stronghold. Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles combines first-person, light-gun style combat with interactive pathways, multiple weapons and new enemies to create an entirely new Resident Evil experience that could only be delivered on the Wii. [Capcom]… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 47
  3. Negative: 1 out of 47
  1. NintendoWorldReport
    90
    A real treat, and I can’t recommend it more. Unless you have an aversion to rail shooters, you’d be silly not to at least give this game a rental. It also makes for a wonderful summary of the major points in the complex RE storyline, so players new to the franchise can warm up to the current situation.
  2. GamePro
    85
    The Umbrella Chronicles does a lot of things right. It combines the atmospheric charm of the ResEvil series with awesome light-gun gameplay, then throws in a wealth of bonus material to unlock and discover. It's the perfect way to prepare yourself for the upcoming "Resident Evil 5."
  3. NZGamer
    82
    I daresay that this is the perfect girlfriend game; in fact, most situations have you paired as a girl/guy duo which really sets the mood. Shooting zombies is great, but shooting them with friends is even better.
  4. Gamers' Temple
    74
    Like this review, Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles is very short. Like VERY short. I finished the whole thing, beginning to end, in an afternoon and there is little replay value, aside from just playing the levels you enjoy over and over.
  5. Worth Playing
    70
    Umbrella Chronicles delivers, but it doesn't go beyond simple competence.
  6. PALGN
    70
    The Umbrella Chronicles should satisfy anyone looking for a solid light gun game, though some fans might be a little disappointed with its brevity.
  7. netjak
    39
    Honestly, there are good ways to do a rail shooter on the Wii; this is a poor start, but at least it, like Umbrella itself, will serve as a shining example of what not to do.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 45
  3. Negative: 3 out of 45
  1. JoshP
    Mar 2, 2009
    10
    First of all I have to say that I am biased as I am a very big RE fan. I knew it was a rail-shooter so I wasn't expecting a lot of First of all I have to say that I am biased as I am a very big RE fan. I knew it was a rail-shooter so I wasn't expecting a lot of depth. But in all fairness for a rail shooter it does a good job at adding plenty of unlockables and upgradable weapons and very addicting co-op. This is not a major title. To me this is like the equivalent to mario kart or mario party. Its not really a game in the main series. It is however something that is entertaining alone and very enjoyable with another person. If you like on-rail shooters I am sure you will enjoy this. If you hate on-rail shooters..... obviously this is going to be a game where you wished you were one of the zombies with a bullet in its head.… Expand
  2. KevinW.
    Jan 2, 2008
    9
    Alright, I understand why some people don't enjoy scroll / rail shooters. However, this is the best rail shooter that I have ever Alright, I understand why some people don't enjoy scroll / rail shooters. However, this is the best rail shooter that I have ever played. First, it isn't the typical short rail shooter with a play time of over six hours and more than likely around 15 + hours to completely finish it. If you don't like rail games then this more than likely isn't for you. However, if you have enjoyed rail games in the past then they don't get any better than this one. BTW, when I played this game there were five of us taking turns and all five LOVED this game. Thanks and enjoy a GREAT rail shooter.… Expand
  4. Albertwesker959
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Strange that a on rail shooter resident evil game end up to be one of the best re game ever made, whit creepy atmosphere close to the classicStrange that a on rail shooter resident evil game end up to be one of the best re game ever made, whit creepy atmosphere close to the classic re game, one of the best and entertaining story ever made in the series, whit lot of unlockable, secret, file and replaying, and wesker is finally playable...great and amazing game… Expand
  5. SimonG.
    Nov 20, 2007
    8
    I was looking for only one thing for this game to do perfectly; shooting zombies is fun. The verdict is that it is really fun! Umbrella I was looking for only one thing for this game to do perfectly; shooting zombies is fun. The verdict is that it is really fun! Umbrella Chronicles is a great arcade game you can play in your living room. It has enough dept to make it worth purchasing. Most arcade game ports (I know this isn… Expand
  6. ToddS
    Nov 4, 2008
    8
    If you never liked arcade on-rail shooters, this won't change your mind, but if you are a Resident Evil fan, this is certainly worth If you never liked arcade on-rail shooters, this won't change your mind, but if you are a Resident Evil fan, this is certainly worth every penny. The audiovisuals are comparatively better than those of other Wii games. There are many levels on different difficulty settings, and it's over 20 hours long. Though the best thing about this game is the multiplayer, which warrants a purchase alone.… Expand
  7. OlegO.
    Nov 15, 2007
    7
    The game is an OK rail shooter - nothing new or exciting. It gets a bit slow at times, and slashing at the little worms can get annoying. The game is an OK rail shooter - nothing new or exciting. It gets a bit slow at times, and slashing at the little worms can get annoying. Would be much cooler if they did an expansion to RE4 instead of this game.… Expand
  8. SamM.
    Nov 18, 2007
    3
    Wow I thought I bought Resident Evil, Not House of the Dead. It looks like Capcom took the same game engine and change the characters? Wow I thought I bought Resident Evil, Not House of the Dead. It looks like Capcom took the same game engine and change the characters? Regarding RE4 on the Wii, yes at first the Wii controls are a bit hard to get use to but that is why you play the game. Bottom line they took a great game (RE4) and turned it into a crappy shooter. You can… Expand

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