Mansions, zombies and constant tension: from the first Resident Evil to RE2 and RE4, the saga founded then reinvented survival horror. RomWize re-ranks the best entries by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Mikami's Resident Evil revolution, originally a GameCube exclusive. Over-the-shoulder camera, measured and tense action, an unforgettable Spanish rural village. Almost every set piece has become iconic. A high point of 2000s action gaming."
"Resident Evil 4 reinvents survival horror on PS2. Over-the-shoulder camera, surgical action and the unforgettable rural village. A peak of video games that reshaped a decade of TPS."
"Capcom's legendary remake of the first Resident Evil. Sublime visual overhaul, the Spencer mansion more oppressive than ever, fresh Lisa Trevor passages. Absolute survival horror with exemplary cinematic staging. Arguably the series peak."
"Resident Evil 4 reissued on Wii with Wiimote aiming. Survival-action tension intact, controls finally feel natural, full content. Arguably the best way to experience Resident Evil 4 at the time, still excellent today."
"A pinnacle of survival horror, with Claire and Chris carrying a masterfully staged tale. Gothic settings, relentless tension and strong writing turn this odyssey into an everlasting classic."
"The original Resident Evil founded the modern survival horror genre. Exploring Spencer Mansion, zombies, scarce ammo and puzzles create inimitable tension. Pioneering cinematic staging and oppressive atmosphere. An absolute masterpiece that defined an entire genre on PS1."
"Resident Evil Director's Cut improves on the original with a harder Arrange mode, repositioned camera and additional rewards. The definitive version of the first Resident Evil on PS1, enriching the foundational survival horror experience with additional content for fans."
"Resident Evil Director's Cut Dual Shock Version is the most complete edition of the first Resident Evil on PS1, with Dual Shock support and an entirely new soundtrack. All Director's Cut modes plus vibration and haptic feedback. The absolute definitive version of the foundational survival horror."
"A miraculous cartridge port of Resident Evil 2 in its Japanese guise. Squeezing that PlayStation monster onto N64 was a tall order, and the result is technically dazzling, with extra content and a flexible save system to boot. Some squished audio aside, the horror still grips hard."
"Dual Shock version of Biohazard 2, adding vibration support and optional analog controls. Same masterpiece experience with improved hardware compatibility. The definitive version of one of the greatest games ever made on PS1."
