Release date, gameplay, news, all about the return of Capcom’s cult game

Resident Evil 4, one episode of Capcom’s horrific saga, returns March 24, 2023 on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in an all-new version. With this new release, the studio intends to dust off the title that was released in January 2005. We evaluate everything you need to know: release date, gameplay, and new features.

For a few years now, Capcom has been giving a second life to Resident Evil cult episodes. This was for example the case of Resident Evil 2, which got a quality overhaul on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Soon, Resident Evil 3 Nemesis also had the right to a remake, but much less successful, due to the absence of the main levels of the original game (particularly the bell tower level).

After being a huge commercial success, it was more than obvious Capcom will in turn give new life to Resident Evil 4a cult episode marked Take a deep breath in the gameplay and tone adapted by the saga. With this episode signed by Shinji Mikami (the father of the saga), Resident Evil has moved away from horror in favor of Pure hard work (until you switch to Call of Duty as with Resident Evil 6).

However, Capcom confirmed the news during Sony’s State of Play June 2, 2022. yes, Resident Evil 4 returns to PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Through this file, you will find everything you need to know about the Adventures of Leon Scott Kennedy remake: release date, gameplay and new features.

🗓️ When is Resident Evil 4 Remake released and on what platforms?

If you’re interested in the idea of ​​spotting a revisit of this cult episode, know that you’ll have to wait until March 24, 2023The official release date for the new version of Resident Evil 4. The title is expected in PS5And the Xbox Series X / Series S. And the computer. Being a next-generation project, the game ignores the previous generation of consoles. In fact, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch owners won’t be able to enjoy it.

Be careful, if it is clear that we hope that this timetable will be respected, we are not immune to any possible postponement of the release, especially due to the economic situation (Covid-19 epidemic recovery, remote mass asylum, etc.).

📄 What is the story of Resident Evil 4 Remake?

Unsurprisingly, the story of Resident Evil 4 Remake will largely resume the story of the original authorship. However, Capcom has specified that it intends to make some adjustments with a view to Updated story and theater. So the story line might be a little different.

But whatever happens, the player will once again find himself in a place Leon Scott Kennedy. The main character in RE 2 is no longer the young agent who was during the events of Raccoon City. Six years have passed since the disaster, and now Leon works as a special agent for the President of the United States.

Due to his vast experience, Leon was sent to Spain by direct order of the White House tenant to find and rescue the President’s daughter, Ashley Graham. His investigations lead him to a remote and isolated Spanish village. Rumor has it that there is a strange sect spread here. Once on the site, Leon meets a resident who, with it in hand, decides to throw himself at him. very quickly, Leon realizes that this simple rescue mission will turn into a nightmare. To survive, he will have to fight at every moment.

🎮 Resident Evil 4 Remake

In terms of gameplay in Resident Evil 4 Remake, we unfortunately have too little information to put in our mouths. One thing is for sure, revenge. The third person viewpoint will definitely come back, After a clip in the FPS show in Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village.

“Thanks to the updated graphics, the feeling of isolation and fear from the original game is heightened. And the controls have been updated to improve the gameplay.” Capcom announces on the game’s official website. Unfortunately, the studio has yet to go into details regarding the changes made to the gameplay. However, we doubt that it will be possible to aim and shoot on the move, while the Leon will have a wider range of evasive maneuvers (roll over, side step, etc.).

However, we hope so The QTE avalanche found in the original opus will fall by the wayside. It must be said that the game used and abused this system which allowed it to offer an overly “interactive” cinematic… Quarry or until dawn Proved that QTE still has a bright future ahead.

Another point, we’re crossing our fingers too Ashley’s AI is also getting an overhaul. It must be said that the young woman was an obstacle more than anything else in the original version of the title, rushing headlong into the slightest trap and toward the nearest enemy. Having to take care of an AI as dumb as its feet has never been more fun, even if it leads to hilarious scenes.

On the other hand, we will have to expect some major changes, from a graphical point of view first of all Use the latest version of the RE engine, Engine used in RE 7 and RE . village. As can be seen from the first excerpts, the game makes use of lavish lighting effects and fairly detailed environments. Moreover, the majority of daytime scenes now take place at night, A way for Capcom to enhance the terrifying side of the title. “This time, we are developing the game with the goal of delivering an exceptional level of quality up to what we can expect from survival horror in 2023, while maintaining the essence of the original game.” Capcom confirms.

Much of this overview of the first items around the Resident Evil 4 remake, of course, This file will be updated regularly According to data and presentations provided by Capcom. Feel free to consult him from time to time to see if there is anything new!