This was one of the remakes we got in 2023 of already-perfect games that, in my opinion, didn't need remakes. That being said, this version of RE4 didn't depart so much from the original that it was either unrecognizable or lost sight of what made the original so good. It took some of the very best parts of RE4 and amplified them, giving them just enough newness to feel fresh while still giving fans of the original the experiences they were looking for.
I do think it's a shame that the devs tried to play this one straight as opposed to leaning into the campiness of the original, but at the same time I appreciate their willingness to let Leon get in his goofy one-liners. The game would've felt off without them.
Definitely not a fan of the breakable knife. It makes sense realistically, but there's plenty in this game that's far from realistic so the addition of this feature just felt lame and unnecessary. But given that it was one the few things I had to complain about in this remake, the game could've done a heck of a lot worse. Other additions, like crafting ammo, I was neutral on; didn't hate it, didn't love it, but I think I'm leaning more positive on it because I felt a little less strapped for ammo than in the past.
I was still terrified the entire time. I was still dreading my first encounter with the Regeneradors on the island (whose faces are even more frightening now). The opening sequence in the village is even more unsettling this time due to the incredible visuals and details in the environment. Nearly all of the very best things about RE4 are still here, and I had a ton of fun with this game.
I do think it's a shame that the devs tried to play this one straight as opposed to leaning into the campiness of the original, but at the same time I appreciate their willingness to let Leon get in his goofy one-liners. The game would've felt off without them.
Definitely not a fan of the breakable knife. It makes sense realistically, but there's plenty in this game that's far from realistic so the addition of this feature just felt lame and unnecessary. But given that it was one the few things I had to complain about in this remake, the game could've done a heck of a lot worse. Other additions, like crafting ammo, I was neutral on; didn't hate it, didn't love it, but I think I'm leaning more positive on it because I felt a little less strapped for ammo than in the past.
I was still terrified the entire time. I was still dreading my first encounter with the Regeneradors on the island (whose faces are even more frightening now). The opening sequence in the village is even more unsettling this time due to the incredible visuals and details in the environment. Nearly all of the very best things about RE4 are still here, and I had a ton of fun with this game.