Resident Evil 3 Nemesis is the PS1 trilogy's culmination with Jill Valentine constantly pursued by the Nemesis, a terrifying and indestructible being. Nemesis' constant pressure and timed choices create unique tension. Raccoon City before its destruction. A survival horror masterpiece.
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Survival1 player16+
Description
Capcom sequel where Jill Valentine flees Raccoon City pursued by the BOW Nemesis just before the city falls. Created by Capcom, released in 1999 in the United States, Canada, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Ireland and Spain with multilingual versions under the Resident Evil 3 Nemesis title. Fixed-camera third-person view with urban exteriors, scripted Nemesis pursuits with choice-based dodging, over twelve hours of scenario and orchestral soundtrack. European multilingual editions.
Resident Evil 3 - Nemesis review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,41 GB📅11/02/2000
Published by Capcom
Resident Evil 3 - Nemesis (PS1) price, value & rarity
A third entry closing the Raccoon City arc with Nemesis as a relentless, ever-present stalker, the Western release of an action peak of survival horror on the console. Still fairly widespread, its interest lies in this status as the close of a founding trilogy rather than scarcity. A prime piece for anyone wanting to round off the saga's PS1 line in its Western package.
Memorable bosses
The whole city becomes a trap the moment a black-leather silhouette murmurs 'S.T.A.R.S.' Nemesis won't simply wait: he smashes through walls, gives chase without respite and resurfaces when least expected. His unpredictable pursuit instills a constant dread, and his charisma as an unkillable predator made him one of the most feared stalkers in gaming.
Is Resident Evil 3 - Nemesis still worth playing in 2026?
Released in 1999 on PS1, Capcom's project tightens the formula on Jill Valentine's escape from Raccoon City, now hunted by Nemesis. The permanent presence of the stalker installs a new kind of tension, and the ability to craft ammunition adds a real tactical nuance. The urban staging and the music by Masami Ueda and Saori Maeda keep their effectiveness. Tank controls and some cameras have aged. Stays an essential step of the original trilogy, recommended today for survival horror devotees and for Capcom fans curious about the closing chapter of the PS1 saga's most condensed effort.
