Which Resident Evil to start with?

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.

Which Resident Evil is the best to start?

Resident Evil 2 on PS4 is a remake of the original game released on PS1 back in 1998 that completely modernises the experience. Featuring the same story and locations, the game is the perfect place to start as it blends the old with the new to give you a fantastic taste of all things Resident Evil in the modern era.

In which order should I play Resident Evil?

Should I start with Resident Evil 1 or 2?

Resident Evil (1996) and Resident Evil (2002)

No doubt about it, the first Resident Evil should be your starting point. For convenience's sake, you absolutely can start with the Resident Evil remake since it is on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch.

Do you have to start with Resident Evil in order?

You Do Not Need to Play the Resident Evil Games in Order, but Sometimes It Really Helps. You can jump into most Resident Evil games and not feel lost. In part, this is due to the way the series cycles between protagonists.

What Resident Evil Should You Play FIRST?

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.

Is it okay to start with Resident Evil 7?

Do I Need To Play Resident Evil 7 Before Resident Evil Village? The short answer is no. Upon starting a new campaign, Village will ask if you wish to relive the events of Resident Evil 7 through a short compilation video.

Is Resident Evil 7 too scary?

Resident Evil 7 is not for the faint of heart, as it contains jump scares, terrifying enemies, and sights gruesome enough to make one's tummy twist.

Should I play Resident Evil before 7?

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 I need to play Resident Evil 6 before 7?

You don't need to play previous Resident Evil games to understand Resident Evil 7. That's because it doesn't feature the same characters, though it takes place four years after the events of Resident Evil 6. Taking inspiration from the likes of Outlast, Resident Evil 7 is played entirely in first-person.

Do I need to play Resident Evil 1 6 before 7?

Technically, no, you don't. From a purely technical standpoint, each RE game is a complete story in an of itself. You can step in, and as long as you are willing to take the backstory events as just setting material that you won't know everything about, the game works fine.

Is Resident Evil better in first person or third-person?

For players who are aiming for speed runs, or who found the game too scary in first-person, the third-person perspective may be what they are looking for. For those who are seeking the scariest experience possible, the first-person mode still reigns supreme.

Is it OK to start with Resident Evil 4?

Sure you can! Just keep in mind that Leon Kennedy and Ada Wong know each other from a previous game, and they have a love / hate relationship. Resident Evil 4 is it's own game, and has nothing to do with Raccoon City.

Do I need to play Resident Evil 1 before 4?

It's highly recommended that you play Resident Evil 2 before starting Resident Evil 4 remake. The numbering might be confusing, but RE4 is one of two sequels to RE2 (the other being Code Veronica), and there are numerous references to that game. Fortunately, it doesn't matter which version of RE2 you play.

Should I play all Resident Evil games in order?

Not necessarily, but many games benefit from the knowledge of past entries. There's so many side games to consider, but just talking the "main" games you'll appreciate RE2 and RE3 more if you played RE1, you'll appreciate RE4 if you at least played RE2.

Are all Resident Evil games connected?

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.

Is Resident Evil 0 easier than 1?

The addition of the Crimson heads I feel pushes it over 0 in a lot of ways in terms of difficulty. But whenever I look it up online, the general consensus is that 0 is the hardest mainline RE game.

Which Resident Evil is the most popular?

1. Resident Evil 4. The Resident Evil series has transitioned perspectives and genres a lot, but no single entry was as revolutionary of a jump as Resident Evil 4.

Is Resident Evil 7 one of the scariest game ever?

That means Resident Evil 7 still holds its crown as the scariest game in the franchise. And considering how Village teases a more action-focused sequel, the fifth anniversary of Resident Evil 7 is the perfect occasion to celebrate the game's unique ability to terrorize us.

Is Resident Evil 7 as good as Village?

Ultimately, both Resident Evil 7: biohazard and Resident Evil Village feel like proper entries in the series. Both games have their scary moments, and both games do a good job of creating a tense, threatening atmosphere. All that said though, the horror edge should go to RE7.

Is Resident Evil 6 and 7 connected?

The game technically takes place after the events of Resident Evil 6 and has ties to the overall series, but RE7 is largely standalone.

Is RE7 worth playing?

From a narrative aspect, RE7 is one of the best games in the franchise to revisit for this reason: it's completely accessible to those not familiar with the deep lore of the franchise while still having enough connective tissue to make it a compelling next step for the overarching story.

Is Resident Evil 2 or 7 scarier?

The biggest difference between RE7 and RE2 is the camera of course and for me it made all the difference in how scary the game felt for me. Seeing right in front of you one of the family members come around a corner was a frightening thing in RE7 and it made the game all the more scarier for it.

How many hours is RE7?

When focusing on the main objectives, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is about 9½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 24½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.