Retro Resident Evil Game Collection
7 total gamesThe Resident Evil series defined the survival horror genre, challenging players to survive terrifying viral outbreaks and monstrous Bio-Organic Weapons created by the sinister Umbrella Corporation.
About the Resident Evil Game Series
Resident Evil, known as Biohazard in Japan, is a legendary and highly influential survival horror video game series created by Shinji Mikami and developed by Capcom. Since its groundbreaking debut in 1996, the franchise has become a cornerstone of the horror genre, immersing players in a world ravaged by viral outbreaks that transform humans and animals into terrifying monsters. The series is celebrated for its tense atmosphere, resource management, puzzle-solving, and its deep, overarching narrative centered around the malevolent Umbrella Corporation and the heroic individuals who fight against its catastrophic creations.
The early entries in the series, particularly the first three games, are credited with defining and popularizing the survival horror genre. They utilized a distinctive system of fixed camera angles to create a cinematic and often claustrophobic sense of dread, limiting the player's view of what lurked around the next corner. Gameplay was a deliberate and strategic balance of combat, exploration, and inventory management. Ammunition and healing items were scarce, forcing players to make tough decisions about when to fight and when to flee. This classic formula, combined with iconic settings like the Spencer Mansion and Raccoon City, created an unforgettable and terrifying experience that set a new standard for horror in gaming.
Over the years, the Resident Evil series has continuously evolved to stay at the forefront of the industry. The release of 'Resident Evil 4' in 2005 marked a revolutionary shift, moving away from fixed cameras to a more action-oriented, over-the-shoulder perspective. This change reinvigorated the franchise and influenced countless third-person shooters that followed. More recently, the series has once again reinvented itself with 'Resident Evil 7: Biohazard' and 'Resident Evil Village', adopting a terrifyingly immersive first-person view that brings the horror closer than ever before. This willingness to innovate while retaining its core identity is a key reason for its enduring success.
Today, the Resident Evil franchise is a global entertainment phenomenon, encompassing not only video games but also blockbuster films, animated series, and merchandise. With critically acclaimed remakes of its classic titles and successful new installments, the series is more popular than ever. It continues to deliver masterful horror experiences that blend intense action with chilling suspense, carried by a memorable cast of characters like Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, Leon S. Kennedy, and Claire Redfield. Its legacy is cemented as one of the most important and recognizable names in video game history, consistently proving that the nightmare of survival is a timeless thrill.
All Resident Evil Retro Games
7 games available
Resident Evil Gaiden
Embark on a tense, handheld survival horror mission in Resident Evil Gaiden, a unique Game Boy Color entry featuring top-down exploration, a party system, and a timing-based first-person combat system.
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis
Navigate the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City as Jill Valentine, relentlessly pursued by the unstoppable bio-organic weapon, Nemesis, in a desperate fight for survival.
Resident Evil 2
As you arrive in Raccoon City amidst a terrifying zombie outbreak, you'll navigate perilous environments, manage scarce resources, and solve intricate puzzles to survive and uncover the truth behind the disaster in Resident Evil 2.
Resident Evil
You're thrust into the terrifyingly claustrophobic mansion of the Spencer Estate, tasked with surviving a relentless zombie outbreak and uncovering the sinister secrets of the Umbrella Corporation using exploration, careful resource management, and intense combat, all while navigating the game's iconic fixed camera angles and deliberate pacing.
Resident Evil: Deadly Silence
As you explore the terrifying Spencer Mansion in Resident Evil: Deadly Silence, you must carefully manage your limited resources to solve environmental puzzles, fight off grotesque monsters, and uncover the dark secrets of the Umbrella Corporation, all while leveraging the Nintendo DS's unique dual-screen and touch capabilities for a fresh survival horror experience.
Resident Evil 2
In Resident Evil 2, you step into the shoes of either rookie cop Leon S. Kennedy or college student Claire Redfield, navigating the zombie-infested Raccoon City, managing scarce ammunition and healing items, and solving environmental puzzles to uncover the source of the viral outbreak and find a way out.
Resident Evil Survivor
As Ark Thompson, you must survive a perilous island by navigating its environments, managing scarce resources, and using a first-person perspective to aim and shoot various mutated threats while uncovering the island's secrets.