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Dino Crisis

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76%Game Brain Score
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76% User Score Based on 301 reviews

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Dino Crisis is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by CAPCOM Co., Ltd. and was released on February 12, 2026. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dino Crisis follows Regina, a government agent sent to an isolated island to investigate a secret military project involving "Third Energy." She uncovers that a scientist presumed dead has resumed dangerous research, leading to unexpected threats. The mission spirals into a perilous battle for survival against unknown forces within the facility.

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optimization3 negative mentions
  • A nostalgic classic that still holds up well, providing a thrilling survival horror experience with dinosaurs.
  • The game features clever puzzles and resource management that enhance the gameplay, making it a rewarding challenge.
  • It's great to see Dino Crisis finally available on Steam, allowing a new generation to experience this iconic title.
  • The PC port suffers from poor optimization, including issues with controller support and a lack of modern features like cloud saves and achievements.
  • The inclusion of invasive DRM has caused significant issues for many players, preventing the game from launching or running smoothly.
  • The controls are outdated and clunky, making the gameplay frustrating for new players unfamiliar with tank controls.
  • gameplay
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is a blend of classic survival horror mechanics, including fixed camera angles, resource management, and puzzle-solving, which some players find nostalgic and engaging despite its outdated graphics and controls. While the mechanics are rooted in its late-1990s origins, they offer a tense and immersive experience that appeals to fans of the genre, though some users note a lack of modern updates and occasional gameplay stutters. Overall, the game is praised for its methodical approach and memorable atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience for those who appreciate classic horror games.

    • “Also, learning how to crack codes and utilize in-game mechanics to help progress throughout the game really shows that this game was ahead of its time when it came out.”
    • “Exploration and puzzle-solving form the backbone of the gameplay loop.”
    • “Regina is one of the coolest protagonists of the era and the survival horror gameplay is tight and stressful in all the right ways.”
    • “They haven't updated anything, not even the models, and the mechanics are straight up trash.”
    • “The game’s mechanics reflect its late-1990s origins, most notably through its tank-style controls and fixed camera angles.”
    • “The steam version does not attempt to reinvent the game with modern overhauls or reimagined mechanics.”
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative and character development, reminiscent of classic Capcom titles. While some find the dialogue lacking, the overall plot involving Dr. Edward Kirk and the unfolding mystery on a remote island captivates players, enhanced by environmental storytelling and varied gameplay choices that lead to multiple endings. The unique blend of story and gameplay elements contributes to a memorable experience, despite some critiques of its execution.

    • “Even though I have played through this game many different times, the story is always enjoyable!”
    • “I absolutely loved the story and characters, and it took me right back to playing OG Capcom games back then.”
    • “The narrative unfolds through environmental storytelling, documents, radio communications, and tense character interactions, maintaining a focused, cinematic feel without unnecessary exposition.”
    • “I love this genre, and the insanely bad dialogue and story were a lot of fun. I just wish it had anything else redeeming to it beyond being like 'yeah this kind of reminds me of the many much better re and re-clones I've played.'”
    • “The story revolves around Dr. Edward Kirk, a supposedly dead scientist discovered alive on a remote research island.”
    • “Eventually, the disk exploded in the PC and damaged the CD/RW, so that's where the story ended.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the smooth visuals and the ability to upscale to 4K resolution, reminiscent of the Dreamcast version. However, others criticized the outdated and "barebone" graphics, expressing disappointment that it wasn't a full remake with modern visuals. Overall, while the graphics can be enhanced, they still reflect the limitations of the original PS1 design, leaving some players unsatisfied.

    • “When I played the game, the graphics had no tearing that I noticed and were at a much better resolution.”
    • “This is the PS1 version that's been ported, but you can bump it up to 4K resolution, with MSAA and antialiasing, so it basically looks like the more graphically polished Dreamcast release from back in the day.”
    • “Was looking forward to finally check out the series, and the in-game graphics do look nice.”
    • “It's a graphically updated although barebone.”
    • “Pass on this one, folks, unless you are a die-hard of tank controls and pixellated 90s graphics.”
    • “Bad graphics.”
  • optimization
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users noting it as a poorly executed PC port that suffers from significant performance issues, including stuttering and low framerates during FMVs. While the modern release offers improved compatibility and support for contemporary hardware, the presence of problematic DRM, specifically the infamous Enigma, has been cited as a major factor that can severely impact performance. Overall, players feel that the game, despite its quality, is hindered by these optimization shortcomings.

    • “The modern PC release ensures improved compatibility, smoother performance, and support for contemporary hardware without fundamentally altering the original presentation.”
    • “Does nobody remember the disastrous performance of Monster Hunter Wilds?”
    • “Badly optimized.”
    • “The FMVs are more affected by the stuttering, with noticeably lower framerate than the original on PS1.”
    • “Not just any DRM, but the infamous Enigma, which can tank game performance by as much as 40% (just look at what it did to Resident Evil 4 Remake).”
  • atmosphere
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, enhanced by pre-rendered backgrounds and a suspenseful soundtrack that effectively heightens tension during gameplay. Despite the limitations of the PSX hardware, the environments are detailed and atmospheric, contributing to a compelling survival horror experience that remains impactful and historically significant. The terrifying portrayal of dinosaurs adds to the game's unique atmosphere, distinguishing it from traditional zombie horror.

    • “The atmosphere and soundtrack alone were ahead of its time, and the puzzles were decently difficult.”
    • “Visually, the game retains its pre-rendered backgrounds and cinematic framing, which lend the environments a detailed and atmospheric quality despite the technological limitations of the era.”
    • “The PSX hardware was limited, sure -- but Capcom squeezed atmosphere out of every polygon.”
    • “The soundtrack complements this atmosphere with restrained, suspenseful compositions that rise during encounters and fade into ambient quiet during exploration.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric and suspenseful compositions that enhance the overall experience, particularly during encounters and exploration. While the original soundtrack is available for purchase, some users express frustration over accessibility issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's immersive quality.

    • “The atmosphere and soundtrack alone were ahead of its time, and the puzzles were decently difficult.”
    • “They released the original soundtrack at $7.99 but still forcing patrons to do a workaround?”
    • “The soundtrack complements this atmosphere with restrained, suspenseful compositions that rise during encounters and fade into ambient quiet during exploration.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users express frustration with the monetization strategies employed by companies, labeling them as cash grabs that lack genuine effort and creativity.

    • “I'm getting tired of all these cash grabs with companies putting zero effort.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, which ruins the overall experience.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues, particularly when alt-tabbing, as the game frequently freezes and fails to resume properly. In contrast, the GOG version appears to function without these problems.

    • “The game frequently freezes when alt-tabbing and will not resume.”
    • “Game freezes when alt-tabbing and does not return to focus; the GOG version works just fine.”
    • “Be cautious when trying to alt-tab, as the game often freezes and fails to resume.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features classic late-90s survival horror puzzle design and offers multiple endings, enhancing its replayability.

    • “The puzzle design feels like classic late-90s survival horror, and the multiple endings add significant replay value.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making it hard to put down.”
    • “The variety of choices and paths keeps the experience fresh, encouraging multiple runs.”
    • “The puzzle design feels classic late-90s survival horror, and the multiple endings add replay value.”
    • “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted through its quirky references, such as the amusingly named boss "directdraw" error, which adds a layer of irony to the gameplay experience. Players find humor in the absurdity of needing to navigate technical issues, making light of the game's age and its associated challenges.

    • “Now this is the funny part: there's another boss you have to fight called 'DirectDraw' error. To bypass that, you need to open the Steam launch options of the game and add 'winedlloverrides="ddraw".'”
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Dino Crisis is a action adventure game.

Dino Crisis is available on PC and Windows.

Dino Crisis was released on February 12, 2026.

Dino Crisis was developed by CAPCOM Co., Ltd..

Dino Crisis has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Dino Crisis is a single player game.

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