Resident Evil has birthed an impressive number of games through the years, making it one of the most notable horror franchises in gaming. Recently, some older games in the Resident Evil series have been getting a fresh coat of paint through remakes. Last year's RE4 remake was one of the most celebrated releases of the year, and it has only increased demand for other entries to get the same treatment.
RE2 and RE3 both received remakes, with the former being the more well-received. Rumors have been flying about which game in the franchise will get a makeover next, and Code Veronica and RE0 seem to be the most likely. These are remakes that many fans have been requesting for a long time, as both titles are considered underrated in the overall series. Unfortunately, there is a catch. Although reports have yet to be confirmed by Capcom, rumors have suggested that a Code Veronica and RE0 remake won't be as ambitious as their RE4 counterpart. This update can easily be seen as a downer at first, but there could still be plenty to celebrate.
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Code Veronica and RE0 Getting Less Intensive Remakes Doesn't Have to Be All Bad
More Resident Evil in Quicker Succession
If these rumors happen to be true, the biggest benefit is obvious: Code Veronica and RE0 will be released much faster and closer together. There is a lot of speculation about Resident Evil and where its next game will go, but until then, getting a refresher on Code Veronica and RE0 would be a great appetizer.
If Capcom continues its release trend, it is likely that RE9 is at least another year or two away from its announcement or launch. Code Veronica had strong concepts that deserve to be explored again, while RE0 serves as an intriguing precursor with underrated characters. Getting new and improved versions of these two compelling chapters would be welcome by many fans, even if it isn't necessarily on par with RE4.
The RE4 remake has sold over 7 million copies since launch.
RE4's Remake Set a Standard That Many Fans Will Now Be Expecting With Future Remakes
Bringing a Beloved Resident Evil Chapter to Even Greater Heights
One year later, Resident Evil 4's remake still impresses, making one of the most notable games in the franchise even stronger a second time around. The game as a whole gets a solid overhaul, but the biggest star is the impressive graphics. The Resident Evil 4 remake doesn't just feel better -- it looks stellar. This has set a standard that many fans would like continued for future Resident Evil remakes, which could ultimately hurt the Code Veronica and RE0 remakes. If the two games don't look impressive, it will be more difficult to get a lot of fans on board.
- RE0 serves as a prequel to the entire franchise, making it a perfect game to revisit.
- Code Veronica showcases brother-sister duo Chris and Claire Redfield teaming up, bringing an intriguing family dynamic to the series.
There will also be the issue of how much a remake of these two games could cost. If a Code Veronica and RE0 remake are going to be less ambitious, then the pricing will need to match that. As the Resident Evil franchise grows, many longtime fans will want to see revisits of older titles that look as though they belong in the current roster of games. RE4 may be a remake, but it looks just as good as the likes of RE7 and Village.
It will be intriguing to see where Resident Evil goes from here. On the one hand, getting two remakes released close together ahead of RE9 would keep many fans held over until launch. However, on the other hand, if Code Veronica and RE0 don't look as good as RE4, then it makes one wonder if remakes would even be necessary.
- Released
- November 12, 2002
- ESRB
- M For Mature 17+ due to Intense Violence, Blood and Gore
- Developer(s)
- Capcom
- Publisher(s)
- Capcom
- Engine
- MT Framework
- Franchise
- Resident Evil
WHERE TO PLAY
Be prepared to relive the first nightmare in Resident Evil 0, a remastered version of the popular prequel to the original Resident Evil game. This remastered version takes the fear-inducing atmosphere from the original 2002 release and transforms it with stunning new HD visuals, improved sound, widescreen support and an optional modernized control system and more. It’s the best way to experience the story of what really happened before the iconic mansion incident that was the catalyst for the entire Resident Evil saga.
The story of Resident Evil 0 takes players back to 1998. Reports have been mounting about unusual murders on the outskirts of Raccoon City. The city’s Special Forces division, S.T.A.R.S., sends their Bravo Team - including rookie cop member Rebecca Chambers - to investigate. On route, the team’s helicopter suffers engine trouble and is forced to make a crash landing, where they find an overturned prisoner transport vehicle. Splitting up to search the area, Rebecca discovers the Ecliptic Express, a train stopped dead on the tracks. Inside, she meets death row convict and ex-Navy lieutenant Billy Coen. Throughout the game, you will take control of both Rebecca and Billy, at times switching between both characters in order to proceed. Learning the advantages of each character is the key to solving puzzles and surviving the nightmares that lie ahead.
