Resident Evil Revelations 2

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,629 reviews
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Resident Evil Revelations 2 is a survival horror game where players control Claire Redfield and Moira Burton, who are trapped in a detention facility with mysterious creatures. The game features episodic content, with each episode unveiling new areas and story developments. Players must solve puzzles, manage resources, and defeat enemies to progress through the game's campaign, either solo or in co-op mode.

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Reviews

76%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,629 reviews
story694 positive mentions
optimization135 negative mentions
  • story1,954 mentions

    The story of "Resident Evil: Revelations 2" is generally well-received, featuring two intertwining narratives that follow Claire Redfield and Moira Burton, as well as Barry Burton and Natalia, set against a backdrop of horror and survival. While some players appreciate the character development and plot twists, others criticize the episodic structure and the need to purchase additional chapters to complete the story, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, many fans find the story engaging and a significant improvement over previous entries in the series.

    • “The game follows two storylines: Claire Redfield and Moira Burton (Barry’s daughter) trying to escape from an island prison filled with horrors, and Barry Burton, who arrives six months later to do what dads do best—rescue his kid while complaining about the mess.”
    • “The storyline in this game is one of the strongest storylines I've seen in any Resident Evil game.”
    • “The story is surprisingly engaging, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing.”
    • “The game's story is a bit of a mess, with some convoluted plot twists and characters that feel more like cardboard cutouts than actual people.”
    • “On top of that, this game's main story takes a backseat to Moira, Barry Burton's daughter, moaning and complaining about how her dad is a piece of crap, that she is the way she is because of him, and in the midst of being attacked by monsters will do nothing but say how much she hates him.”
    • “I don't recommend this game because if you want to finish the story you have to buy every episode; it seems to me a waste of money to finish the story of the game.”
  • gameplay1,021 mentions

    The gameplay in "Resident Evil: Revelations 2" has received mixed feedback, with many praising its engaging mechanics, character-switching system, and the introduction of co-op elements that enhance strategic gameplay. However, some players have criticized the controls as clunky, the AI as frustrating, and the episodic structure as disruptive to immersion. Overall, while the game offers a solid blend of action and survival horror, it also suffers from technical issues and repetitive elements that can detract from the experience.

    • “The gameplay is where things get interesting.”
    • “The gameplay blends action, survival horror, and inventive co-op mechanics to make something that’s exciting, but still true to the sinister atmosphere of the original games.”
    • “The core gameplay experience of both story and raid mode are solid.”
    • “The gameplay and game controls, however, are just as scuffed and frustrating as always, and if you're playing on keyboard and mouse, the sensitivity adjustments are very poor, so even the lowest settings can still be too high for some players.”
    • “The story is bad, the gameplay is bad, the characters are generic and boring, the level design is unbelievably bad and all you see the whole game is the same stupid enemies copy-pasted all over the place, this game has nothing to offer and I'm just playing for the sake of completion.”
    • “The gameplay is frustrating. It added more to the gameplay as well.”
  • graphics537 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the character models and atmospheric design that effectively capture the horror elements reminiscent of earlier Resident Evil titles. While some players find the visuals to be stunning and immersive, others criticize them as outdated or inconsistent, particularly when compared to more recent entries in the franchise. Overall, the graphics are generally considered decent for a game of its release period, though they may not meet the expectations of players accustomed to modern standards.

    • “The visuals are stunning for a game of its style, capturing the eerie atmosphere of the creepy environments perfectly.”
    • “The graphics are top-notch, with stunning visuals that really bring the island to life.”
    • “The graphics improved very much from the last games, I liked looking at the environment.”
    • “Visuals were such a drag (and yes, I know, RE visuals should indeed look dead and miserable) and the monsters felt like a step back for the RE franchise in general.”
    • “The graphics are absolute horseshit for a 2015 game, even though Capcom is claiming that the game was lower budget, when the RE1 game has better graphics than this.”
    • “The graphics feel cheap, texture resolution is noticeably low and lighting is somewhat strange.”
  • optimization300 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting significant stuttering, frame rate drops, and performance issues even on high-end PCs. While some patches have improved the situation, many users still experience unplayable conditions, particularly during specific actions or transitions. Overall, the game's optimization is considered poor, with calls for further updates to address these persistent issues.

    • “The game is well optimized, it could run great on a toaster with no problem, the mouse aiming is a bit weird, and there isn't a good sensitivity slider.”
    • “Thanks to the performance patch, the game now finally functions as intended.”
    • “Now that the performance patch has come out, I can give this game my recommendation.”
    • “Very unoptimized port; it ran 'smooth' here but I still had stutters during play, wouldn't recommend it.”
    • “The game is completely ruined by the shockingly awful performance from a game that was ostensibly designed for handheld consoles.”
    • “The game has a lot of stuttering issues loading the levels when you first start playing; it freezes for a second then comes back, especially on the raid mode levels.”
  • atmosphere287 mentions

    The atmosphere in "Resident Evil Revelations 2" is widely praised for its creepy, immersive environments that evoke a sense of dread and tension reminiscent of earlier titles in the series. Players appreciate the game's ability to blend horror elements with engaging gameplay, enhanced by impressive sound design and graphics that contribute to a genuinely unsettling experience. While some reviews note that certain areas may lack memorability or depth, the overall consensus is that the game successfully recaptures the atmospheric essence of classic Resident Evil.

    • “The game's atmosphere is top-notch, with creepy environments that'll make you feel like you're walking through a haunted house (which, spoiler alert, you kind of are).”
    • “The oppressive atmosphere and dark environments accentuate the sense of imminent danger, creating intense moments of tension.”
    • “Resident Evil Revelations 2 delivers atmospheric and visually stunning environments that immerse players in its dark and chilling world.”
    • “There is no atmosphere here; I can't remember a single time where I was tense while walking through an area or fighting a mutated monster.”
    • “It feels good, the gameplay's pretty solid and the atmosphere rocks at certain parts in the game, but unfortunately, it doesn't stick with you since a lot of the areas you'll proceed through are so short, which makes them forgettable.”
    • “The only reason the atmosphere doesn't shine like it should is because of a lack of build-up in tension, and a lack of any real pressure.”
  • replayability123 mentions

    Resident Evil Revelations 2 offers significant replayability, primarily through its engaging raid mode, which allows for local and online co-op play, various difficulty levels, and numerous unlockables. While the main campaign is relatively short, players can enjoy multiple endings and challenges that enhance replay value. Overall, the game is praised for its content and replayability, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.

    • “This game has huge replay value, since there are different choices to be made and routes you can take on another playthrough.”
    • “The raid mode is highly addictive and offers a good dose of replayability for enthusiasts who want to prolong the gameplay experience.”
    • “Resident Evil Revelations 2 offers replayability through its varied gameplay modes and multiple difficulty levels.”
    • “Compared to 'Resident Evil Revelations 1', I would say 1 is better than 2. Resident Evil Revelations 2's story elements are quite decent, but it isn't horror or have a deep story element like 'Resident Evil Revelations 1'. There's no special legendary custom part in 'hard mode' like the previous game where players would have replayability to play New Game Plus on harder difficulty to get better upgrades or weapons.”
    • “I don't think there is much replayability in the story mode, but the raid mode has kept me coming back.”
    • “The game seems to have a fair amount of content if you include raid mode currently, but really lacks in any kind of pacing or replayability for the first episode.”
  • music81 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere of suspense and terror, while others find it lackluster compared to previous entries in the series. Many players appreciate the eerie sound design and effective sound effects that contribute to the game's tension, though some criticize the soundtrack as forgettable or generic. Overall, while the music has its highlights, it appears to be a point of contention among fans, with opinions varying widely on its effectiveness and memorability.

    • “The soundtrack of Resident Evil Revelations 2 plays a crucial role in enhancing the atmosphere of suspense and terror.”
    • “The haunting and eerie music perfectly complements the dark and tense moments, heightening the suspense and fear.”
    • “The genuine atmospheric survival horror, and the soundtrack complement the gameplay to produce a worthy addition to the Resident Evil franchise.”
    • “The music score is probably one of the weakest in the franchise.”
    • “Music is very lackluster compared to Revelations 1; no save theme, and only loud droning generic horror music.”
    • “Atmosphere could have been better; there are a lot of interesting settings and bizarre enemies, however the music was not matching the environment most of the time (especially during the first two episodes).”
  • grinding70 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly in the raid mode, which requires significant time investment for character leveling and item farming. While some enjoy the cooperative elements and the challenge of grinding for better gear, others criticize the process as monotonous and frustrating, often detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, grinding is a central feature that can be both rewarding and exhausting, depending on individual player preferences.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The raid mode was clearly meant as filler content between episodes, but now that the whole game is available, it's just repetitive, grindy crap.”
    • “Overall, I think Revelations 2 straddles the line between being tedious like Revelations 1 and genuinely tense and engaging, but also is a total hassle with how little ammo it sometimes gives you and how tight of an environment it forces you to fight in.”
  • stability65 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of freezing, crashes, and significant frame rate drops, particularly on PC. Many players experienced game-breaking bugs, especially during critical moments like boss fights, and issues with AI behavior further detracted from the experience. While some users noted improvements after patches, the overall consensus is that the game remains plagued by instability and glitches, making it frustrating for many players.

    • “It's creepy, the music and voice acting are on point, it looks beautiful, runs great on my 9-year-old PC, its story is interesting and mysterious enough, the atmosphere is very good, it even has some nice jokes that old fans will appreciate.”
    • “Best Resident Evil game since Resident Evil 4 and runs great on Windows 10 in 4K.”
    • “The game runs great with everything maxed out and at no time was the game dipping below 60 fps.”
    • “Serious bug where if you die in the final boss fight, the game freezes afterward, preventing you from progressing.”
    • “All that added with crashes due to instability and random problems like bugs and glitches, makes it easily one of the worst experiences I had in gaming.”
    • “At this time, the game is on the verge of being unplayable, character stutters violently, extreme inconsistent frame rates, and sometimes just straight up freezes.”
  • humor46 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both intentionally and unintentionally funny. Characters like Barry and Natalia deliver memorable one-liners and humorous callbacks to previous Resident Evil titles, while some dialogue is criticized for being cringe-worthy or poorly written. Overall, the game's comedic elements shine through in local co-op play and quirky moments, though some aspects may detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game shines through local co-op with the characters being funny and quotable.”
    • “There are several humorous callbacks to the early installments involving sandwiches, masters of unlocking, and samurai edges.”
    • “Natalia, oh man she is absolutely hilarious in this game.”
    • “The humor feels forced and unfunny, unlike Barry's, which were unintentionally funny due to being badly written, poorly translated, and delivered in an inhuman and inappropriate manner.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and often come off as awkward rather than amusing, making it hard to engage with the comedic elements of the game.”
    • “Attempts at humor seem out of place and fail to resonate, leaving players feeling more confused than entertained.”
  • monetization44 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the presence of microtransactions and episodic content that feels incomplete. While some users note that these microtransactions are optional and do not significantly impact gameplay, the overall sentiment is that they detract from the experience and reflect poorly on the company's practices. Additionally, the game's advertising has been described as misleading, further fueling discontent among fans.

    • “Decent price, microtransactions not made necessary at all, fully optional.”
    • “The only downside to this game is that it has microtransactions for raid mode, however it's not required for you to pay for extra continues because you do get red gems in the main game.”
    • “Weirdly, Capcom decided to add microtransactions to raid mode, but they don't feel particularly valuable, so I don't know that you miss out on anything by not buying the tokens or inventory expansions.”
    • “Do not support this anti-consumer company; they want to destroy modding to sell you skins and microtransactions!”
    • “The game has 4 episodes, and episodes 2, 3, and 4 are DLC microtransactions.”
    • “This is just a cheap cash grab attempt.”
  • emotional26 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching plot and character development, particularly the relationship between Barry and Moira, which resonates deeply with players. Many reviewers express that the game evokes strong feelings, especially towards the end, with moments that are both heartwarming and heartbreaking. However, some critiques point out inconsistencies in emotional engagement, suggesting that while certain interactions are impactful, others fall flat, detracting from the overall narrative experience.

    • “Very touching plot and characters.”
    • “After the first chapter, I didn't think this game could be that good, but man, near the ending of the main campaign had me so emotional; I would definitely recommend!”
    • “The story is amazing, and personally, my favorite character is Moira. Her character development through the story and the extra episode 'The Struggle' ended up having me emotional by the end of it.”
    • “This game should have never come out. Boring story, not to mention the fact you have to pay £6 for each chapter. Only buy this game if you hate yourself.”
    • “Boring story.”
  • character development23 mentions

    Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the emotional arcs of characters like Moira and Barry, while others feel that many characters lack meaningful growth. The character designs are generally well-received, showcasing distinct appearances and animations, but the overall depth of character development is seen as inconsistent, with some characters feeling flat or underdeveloped. Despite these critiques, the game's story and character design elements contribute positively to the overall experience.

    • “One commendable aspect is the character development.”
    • “The story is amazing and personally my favorite character is Moira, her character development through the story and extra episode 'The Struggle' ended up having me emotional by the end of it.”
    • “The story takes place between RE5 and RE6, and gives some much needed character development for both Claire and Barry (more than a decade of in-game time has passed since we last saw them in their respective RE games).”
    • “But to be honest, these old and new characters don't do much in terms of character development other than Barry and Moira.”
    • “The characters are likeable, but the character development never fleshes out into anything meaningful.”
    • “Resident Evil 5 was atrocious, both in the way of the plot, and in the character development.”
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Critic Reviews

72% average critic score

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Play time

5hMedian play time
30hAverage play time
10hMain story
37hCompletionist
3-12hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 35 analyzed playthroughs

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