I haven't played many horror games, this is the first Resident Evil game I finished. My main issues with this are with how the gameplay is handled, there's a lot that seems unimmersive when it doesn't need to be. I expected horror games to have a big focus on immersion but this one plays more like a spooky action survival game.

Zombies are super tanky and randomly wake up shortly after going down. I can't run past them or melee them, why? Why does opening the map or interacting with a puzzle pause the game? Why does the game incentivise save-file cheese? I get that the original game is old but this is a modern remake from the ground up, many of these decisions make no sense to me. Once I figured out what the game was going for and started 'playing along', I definitely enjoyed it more but I still have a lot of mixed feelings.

Going through an area with a million zombies only to then find out I have to go back and waste more ammo never feels good. Resource management is a constant threat in this game but I never really felt the consequence of it, it was just something that annoyed me. The early game has a big focus on backtracking and exploration, the idea of going back and forth is cool from a perspective of conserving resources and finding the best routes logistically but in practice it didn't feel like I could really solve anything or that my decision making had much impact. Dark Souls does a much better job here even with unlimited heals.

Thankfully, the later sections of the game are less problematic here, they lean more towards action with stronger level design and pacing. I still found the boss fights to be underwhelming but generally it was pretty good. The game has a lot of strengths throughout, the environments are nice with fantastic visuals and atmosphere. It's an extremely polished game which goes a long way. The story is interesting enough and I found myself wanting to keep progressing despite the flaws, it keeps you on your toes.

Overall it's a totally mixed bag but I enjoyed it and I'm glad to try out some more games in the series. I bounced off RE7 a few years ago because I didn't like the gameplay, this one was definitely a lot better for me but I don't care to do a second run right now, I'll try RE3 next and maybe come back to this.

Resident Evil 2 Remake is like stepping back into the golden age of survival horror, but with all the bells and whistles of modern gaming. From the moment I booted it up, I was hit with a wave of nostalgia. The gameplay loop, which perfectly balances tension, resource management, and exploration, is incredibly satisfying. It reminded me why I fell in love with survival horror in the first place.

The atmosphere in this game is nothing short of phenomenal. Capcom has done an excellent job of bringing Raccoon City to life with great graphics and immersive sound design. Especially the stomping of a certain character chasing you, had me on edge all the time. The revamped visuals and audio not only pay homage to the original but also elevate the experience.

What worked unexpectedly well for me, was how the game encourages multiple playthroughs. To achieve the platinum trophy, you have to dissect the game piece by piece, mastering speedruns and tackling various challenges and handicaps. Each run feels like a new puzzle to solve, pushing you to optimize your strategies and improve your skills.

However, not everything about Resident Evil 2 Remake is perfect. The story and characters, while iconic, feel a bit outdated and, at times, cringe-worthy. The dialogue can be cheesy, and the character development is somewhat shallow by today's standards. This didn't ruin the experience for me, but it did pull me out of the immersion occasionally.

In the end, Resident Evil 2 Remake is a fantastic revitalization of a classic that nails the core elements of survival horror. It's a must-play for fans of the genre and a great entry point for newcomers. If you can look past the dated story and characters, you'll find a game that masterfully combines the old and the new, delivering a heart-pounding experience that is both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.

Resident Evil 2 benim oynadığım en kaliteli yeniden yapımlardan biri. 1998'deki sürümü günümüze uyarlayan yapım bunu çok başarılı bir şekilde gerçekleştiriyor. Resident Evil serisinin 5 ve 6'da sürekli zombi vurduğumuz sıradan aksiyon oyunlarına dönüşmesinden sonra seri köklere dönüşün ilk adımlarını Resident Evil 7 ve Resident Evil 2 ile çok başarılı bir şekilde attı. Serideki köklerine sadık kalmaya Resident Evil 3'ün (her ne kadar başarılı olmasa da) yeniden yapımı ve Resident Evil Village ile devam etti. Resident Evil 2 aynı zamanda atmosfer ve oynanış olarak da kaliteli bir oyun.



Oyunun eleştirilecek kısımları genel olarak hikayesi ve hikaye anlatımı. Resident Evil 2'nin çok oldu bittiye getirilen ve anlatımı çok kopuk bir hikayesi var. Özellikle aniden gelişip oyuncunun kafasında soru işaretleri bırakan olaylar hikayenin en zayıf kısımları. İşleniş olarak da senaryonun pek ilgi çekici olduğu söylenemez, bana göre Resident Evil 2 daha çok atmosferi, bölüm tasarımı ve oynanışı ile öne çıkan bir oyun.


Resident Evil 2 hikaye bakımından zayıf olsa da güçlü oynanışı ve kaliteli atmosferi ile diğer yeniden yapımlara örnek teşkil edecek bir oyun.