Resident Evil HD Remastered

Overview

Reviews

A brilliant, brutal survival horror dripping in atmosphere. It’s from the oldest of schools, but still offers a rewarding challenge.

-- As reviewed by PCGamer

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 9 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

3
Average:

5
Bad:

0

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Last revision on March 23, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Classic survival horror
Great atmosphere
Great new 3D models for Chris and Jill
Lengthy and absorbing
Smart, though not dramatic, visual upgrades make for a consistent look

Reviewers Didn't Like

Blurry textures
Missing PC options
Dated game mechanics
Limited camera angles can also lead to mild frustration

Expert reviews and ratings

In fact, "it works fine" kind of sums up my feelings on Resident Evil's HD remaster as a whole. Whether or not that's high praise will depend entirely on your personal history. I have trouble imagining anyone who didn't play and enjoy the early Resident Evil games getting really pulled into this remake.

By Polygon on January 20, 2015

But for many contemporary visitors it will be an unpleasant stay, not because the game's inhabitants are unusually hostile, or because its idiosyncrasies are unfashionable, but because its formative designs have simply been bettered.

By EuroGamer on January 20, 2015

Resident Evil HD is a great remake, provided you contain the nostalgia to enjoy it.

By PCWorld on January 20, 2015

A brilliant, brutal survival horror dripping in atmosphere. It’s from the oldest of schools, but still offers a rewarding challenge.

By PCGamer on January 19, 2015

Resident Evil HD often disappoints when it comes to the HD part, but the rest of the game is so damn good, newcomers and old-timers alike should check it out.

By PCMag on January 19, 2015

Your motives are clear and your monstrous enemies are plain, and the scant cutscenes always serve a purpose. (The infrequency of cutscenes is just as well, given the high compression of those old audio files, not to mention the general awkwardness of the voice acting and dialogue.) It is you, the mansion, and your imagination. As it happens, that trio makes for a fine adventure, without the need for more monsters, more outbreaks, and more guns.

By GameSpot on January 19, 2015

It certainly helps that the visuals have been touched up, and the PC version supports multiple graphical options and a smooth 60fps. Whether you missed out on the greatest remake available or you’re a dedicated fan, Resident Evil HD Remaster deserves to be in everyone’s collection.

By HardcoreGamer on January 19, 2015

I love coming back to Resident Evil, and this version does a good job of updating the look and feel of an old game for a modern audience. Some of the older visual flaws detract from the experience and pulled me out of tense moments, but the gameplay hooked me right back in. Resident Evil relies on atmosphere, tough limitations, and danger creeping around all corners, and this port recaptures the formula of a classic, relentless survival-horror game.

By IGN on January 19, 2015

If you’re a major Resi fan it’s questionable whether there’s enough new here to take another dip - your Resident Evil memories are probably scarier than the real deal. First timers and long-absent friends, however, should open the creaky mansion door and step nervously inside. This horror pioneer is still one of the greats.

By TrustedReviews on January 19, 2014