RESIDENT EVIL 2

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Resident Evil 2 is a survival horror game set in the zombie-infested Raccoon City. Players can choose to play as either Leon Kennedy or Claire Redfield, each with their own separate campaigns and areas to explore. The game combines classic horror elements with modern gameplay mechanics for a thrilling and immersive experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Resident Evil 2 for the N64 features impressive graphics and sound for its time, making it a standout title on the platform.
The game offers a challenging and engrossing experience with intricate puzzles and multiple playable characters, enhancing replay value.
Many players appreciate the nostalgic value and the unique differences in gameplay compared to other versions, making it a must-have for collectors.

The controls can be awkward and take time to get used to, which may frustrate new players.
Some players noted that the graphics and sound quality are inferior to the PlayStation version, particularly in cutscenes.
The game can be overly difficult at times, with zombies taking too long to kill and camera angles that hinder gameplay.

graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
34%
9%
The graphics of Resident Evil 2 on the N64 are generally praised as some of the best for the system, especially when using the red expansion pack, offering a crisp and detailed visual experience. However, comparisons to the PlayStation version reveal that while the N64 graphics are impressive for their time, they still fall short in terms of overall quality, particularly in cut-scenes. Despite some criticisms regarding the graininess and control issues, many players appreciate the game's atmospheric visuals and character detail, making it a standout title for the N64.
- “The graphics are exceptional for the N64, but PlayStation graphics are better.”
- “The graphics, sound, and intentionally stiff controls make gameplay a tense and often nerve-wracking experience, and the intricate storyline draws you in while throwing zombies and other bizarre mutations at you.”
- “I really enjoyed playing Resident Evil 2: first of all, the graphics are outstanding.”
- “Terrible graphics.”
- “I just installed the N64 emulator on PC and this game and controls are not very good and the graphics are terrible.”
- “The only problem with the graphics is the cut-scenes are grainy due to being compressed so much to fit on the N64.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
45%
15%
The story of the game is highly praised for its intricate and engaging narrative, focusing on Claire Redfield's quest to find her brother Chris in the zombie-infested Raccoon City. Players appreciate the complementary storylines of Claire and Leon, which create a cohesive tale of survival, enhanced by strong character development and atmospheric elements. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Overall- 10/10 this game is extremely fun and tells a great story.”
- “Taking place not too long after the first 'Resident Evil', the story this time takes place in Raccoon City itself.”
- “The graphics, sound, and intentionally stiff controls make gameplay a tense and often nerve-wracking experience, and the intricate storyline draws you in while throwing zombies and other bizarre mutations at you.”
- “Instead of simply making a girl and a boy character with identical storylines, the storyline of Claire and Leon beautifully complement each other to create a single, coherent tale of terrifying survival.”
- “I didn't like how William kills himself with a shot for revenge.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The gameplay is highly praised, featuring two playable characters, Leon and Claire, each with unique stories and gameplay elements that enhance the experience. The combination of tense graphics, sound, and intentionally stiff controls creates a nerve-wracking atmosphere, while the intricate storyline and variety of enemies keep players engaged. Overall, the gameplay is considered excellent, though it is recommended for mature audiences only.
- “Both of them have interesting stories and different gameplay elements.”
- “The graphics, sound, and intentionally stiff controls make gameplay a tense and often nerve-wracking experience, and the intricate storyline draws you in while throwing zombies and other bizarre mutations at you.”
- “Then do the whole thing in reverse order, for up to four different gameplay experiences.”
- “In actual gameplay, you take control of two characters for the majority of the game - Claire Redfield, sister of Chris from RE1, and Leon Kennedy, a rookie cop.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and fitting atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience with both creepy tones and impressive sound effects. Players note that while the music is acceptable on the N64, it significantly improves on the PlayStation version, contributing to a more immersive gameplay experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, complementing the game's graphics and storytelling effectively.
- “The music is creepy and fits the game well.”
- “I just bought the PlayStation version today and the graphics are a little better, and the music/sound effects are much better.”
- “The graphics were awesome, the music was awesome, and the characters in the game itself were one of the best I've seen.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the humor in the game has diminished with repeated playthroughs, suggesting that while it once had a charming, B-movie quality, it may have leaned even further into this direction, potentially losing its comedic impact over time.
- “Maybe Capcom decided to take the game in even more of a B-movie direction than it already had (their lines were always funny, weren't they?).”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers significant replayability with four distinct endings, encouraging players to explore different choices and outcomes.
- “You can get four different endings in this game, which ensures lots of replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take makes each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple character builds and storylines, I find myself coming back for more.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a chilling sense of terror and foreboding, enhanced by impressive graphics and smooth controls that become intuitive with practice.
- “Smooth controls (once you get used to it) are combined with awesome graphics to create a bone-chilling atmosphere of terror and foreboding.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game is notably impressive, surpassing typical expectations for video games.
- “The character development is quite astonishing for a video game.”
- “The depth and complexity of the characters really enhance the overall experience.”
- “I was genuinely invested in the characters' growth and transformations throughout the game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of Resident Evil to be tedious, suggesting that the repetitive tasks can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel tedious.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding really detracts from the overall experience.”