Should I play Resident Evil games in order?

So, if you were wondering if the Resident Evil games need to be played in order, the answer is that, no, they don't. You may get a little more from them if you do, but it's not absolutely essential.

What Resident Evil game should you play first?

The first Resident Evil came to PlayStation in 1996, though for those coming to the franchise in 2022, you'll want to play the 2002 remake (or its more recent HD remaster), as it improves gameplay and expands on the story. RE 1 picks up right after RE 0.

What order do I play the Resident Evil games?

Does order matter in Resident Evil?

You should definitely start with Resident Evil Remake/Resident Evil Zero since they are the first entries of the saga. And the graphics hold up really well for a Gamecube remaster. Then you can play the rest like RE4, RE5, RE6, RE7. RE7's story isn't much connected to the previous games but still part of the series.

Should I play Resident Evil in chronological order or release order?

All things considered, going in numerical order is probably your best bet. I would have said release order, but it might be harder to find the original RE2 and RE3 and the 2002 remake of RE1 has essentially replaced the 1996 original for many people. If you can find them though, the old games are all worth playing.

What Resident Evil Should You Play FIRST?

Should I play Resident Evil 1 or Zero first?

If you never played a RE game play RE(1) first, it's easier to learn and familiarize with the gameplay than 0. In RE0 you have to control two characters and manage two inventories, which can be a pain if you're unfamiliar with the series.

Do I need to play Resident Evil 1 2 and 3 before 4?

So do you need to play the previous Resident Evil games to understand what is going on? The simple answer to this question is no, you do not.

Is Resident Evil 0 important to the story?

First and foremost, Resident Evil 0 is a direct prequel to the first game in the series. It takes place the day before the famous Mansion Incident and leads directly into those events. If you've seen the intro of the original RE, you'll know that the S.T.A.R.S.

Do all the Resident Evil games connect?

Yes, they are (more or less) chronologically connected. Parts 2 & 3 occurs almost simultaneously in separate parts of the town though. And you also have the prequel RE0. But apart from that, they occur chronologically regarding release order.

Can I skip the first Resident Evil game?

You can but you'll miss how the this all started and who's a evil, but it can be skipped as videos can tell you some info, and RE4-7 has their own story. Long story short, you will miss some gaps as they my reference RE1 but its not extremely important.

Do I have to play Resident Evil 1 before 2?

No. Both the original versions of RE2 and RE3 and the remakes do a decent job of operating on their own and re-capping what happened in RE1.

Does Resident Evil 1 have different endings?

Jill Best Ending -- Barry's alive and you saved Chris. Jill Alternate Ending 1 -- Barry's alive but you didn't save Chris. Jill Alternate Ending 2 -- You saved Chris but Barry died.

How long is Resident Evil 1?

17 Resident Evil (1996) - 7 Hours

Clocking in at an average completion time of seven hours, the original Resident Evil might be considered brief by today's standards.

Do Resident Evil games have multiple endings?

Resident Evil is known for being one of the games to kickstart the survival horror genre, but also for the high number of endings that the game has. Each of the two main characters, Chris and Jill, has four separate endings that will change depending on whether or not they were able to save the other S.T.A.R.S.

Can I play Resident Evil first?

Resident Evil (1996) and Resident Evil (2002)

For convenience's sake, you absolutely can start with the Resident Evil remake since it is on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch.

Is Resident Evil 7 and 8 connected to the others?

Of course, Resident Evil Village (RE8) connects to Resident Evil 7 biohazard (RE7) by being a direct continuation of its events. Our main character from RE7, Ethan Winters, stars as the playable character in RE8.

Should I play Resident Evil 7 or 8 first?

It is not mandatory to play RE7 first to enjoy RE8. You will still understand the story. BUT I HIGHLY recommend you play 7 first. You will enjoy so much more of the game knowing the entire backstory and will definitely understand the ending better.

What's the best way to play Resident Evil?

What is the easiest Resident Evil?

14 Resident Evil (1996)

By today's standards, it's a rather easy game to beat, especially for gamers who've already played through it from start to finish. The main challenges came from the puzzles, rather than battles against zombies and mutated monsters.

Can I skip re 5?

You can skip any game.

Can I play Resident Evil without playing the others?

You don't need any prior knowledge

Sure, Resident Evil Village is the continuation of Ethan Winters's story from the seventh game. That said, if you haven't played it, Capcom prepped a quick recap cinematic that allows you to catch up on the big story beats and come into this game prepared to play.

Do Resident Evil 1 and 2 happen at the same time?

Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3 take place in September of the same year as the first game, 1998. These games take place at roughly the same time and explore more of the iconic location.

Is Ethan in every Resident Evil game?

Ethan Winters is the main protagonist of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, its sequel Resident Evil Village and the posthumous overarching protagonist of the DLC Shadows of Rose. He was a system engineer in Los Angeles who was caught up in the incident at the Dulvey Haunted House.

Which Resident Evil has the best story?

For many fans, Resident Evil 2 (both the original and the remake) are the gold standard when it comes to both gameplay and story. Much like its sequel, Resident Evil 3, RE2 sees its principal characters, Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield attempting to navigate the zombie-infested Raccoon City.

Why is there no Resident Evil 1?

Resident Evil 1 & Code Veronica remakes shut down by Capcom

It was made clear from the outset of this project that the developers had no intention of selling the game for profit, and that it would forever remain a game that fans of the series could download for free.