RESIDENT EVIL 4 is widely regarded as one of the greatest games of all-time and that isn’t without reason. During a point at which the series had become dull and formulaic, Capcom offered up a drastic change that didn’t just reinvent what Resident Evil was, but also moved the entire third-person shooter genre forward. It seems odd to think about a lot of what it does as groundbreaking in a 2019 context, as so much of RE4 is now commonplace, but its over-the-shoulder aiming and quick-time events were revolutionary in 2005. Despite it being 14 years later, the gunplay in the Resident Evil 4 Switch version is still great. Sure, it’s a bit silly that an action hero like Leon Kennedy can’t aim while moving around and instead stands grounded, but it allows for combat to have a methodical and satisfying feel to it. Watching the infected villagers close in on Leon while he desperately tries to get a shot off is a tense affair as the actual guns all … [Read more...] about Resident Evil 4 Switch Review
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Capcom: RE Engine Is Prepared To Run Next-Gen Console Games
It is no secret that next-generation consoles are already on the horizon now that both Microsoft and Sony confirmed the current development of its upcoming systems. Of course, a transition from one generation of machines to the other could prove to be a challenge for some gaming developers, especially because of issues that may arise from current game engines. However, Capcom recently revealed that its proprietary RE Engine is already prepared to run games for next-generation consoles. In a recent earnings report, Capcom revealed that the RE engine, which was used to make a couple of Resident Evil games and the latest Devil May Cry title, has been designed ever since the beginning to be easily tweaked for the next-generation. Capcom also revealed that it sees the engine as one of its strongest assets and was proud to say that the games that came out of it were given positive praise by both players and video game critics. Given this, it is likely that more Capcom games, whether from … [Read more...] about Capcom: RE Engine Is Prepared To Run Next-Gen Console Games
Green Man Gaming Birthday Sale Stars Resident Evil 2 50% Off
My, how time passes — digital gaming retailer Green Man Gaming has been around for nine years! They’ve had a pretty good track record for offering up some great discounts — what better way to celebrate their nine-year anniversary than with a sale? The Green Man Gaming Birthday Sale starts off with some strong openers.Let’s break down our picks for Day 1 of the Green Man Gaming Birthday Sale! Resident Evil 2 ($30.09, 50% off – Our Review) is the beautifully-rendered remake of the second Resident Evil game. Replay a classic with modern graphics! Conserve ammo, solve puzzles, and avoid the deadly Mr. X as you try to unravel the many mysteries of Umbrella Corporation! You can also grab the Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition for $41.99, a 40% discount. Dying Light ($13.60, 66% off – Our Review) puts you in a city that’s been cut off from the rest of the world. Why? Deadly zombies. ’nuff said. Gather supplies during the daytime and get … [Read more...] about Green Man Gaming Birthday Sale Stars Resident Evil 2 50% Off
Capcom Would ‘Love’ to See DmC: Devil May Cry 2
In 2013, Capcom released DmC: Devil May Cry, a reboot of its hack-and-slash Devil May Cry series. The game was criticized by fans for a number of reasons, including its redesigned look for Dante and for not continuing the story of Devil May Cry 4, but it was still met with a largely positive reception by critics. Ultimately, fan rejection of DmC saw the game fail to meet Capcom’s sales expectations, and so any plans for a sequel were shelved in favor of Devil May Cry 5, but that doesn’t mean the door is shut on DmC: Devil May Cry 2 forever. Speaking to US Gamer, Capcom producer Matt Walker said, “We’d still love to see a sequel, but we think it absolutely has to be made by Ninja Theory – so much of the amazing style and substance in that game was only possible because they have such a knack for what’s cool.” There is one pretty big problem when it comes to DmC: Devil May Cry 2 getting the green light, though, and that’s … [Read more...] about Capcom Would ‘Love’ to See DmC: Devil May Cry 2
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Teases Tigrex
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is set to be the game’s biggest expansion yet, adding a brand new area, new story quests, and of course, a new set of monsters. So far, there have been four new monsters confirmed for Iceborne, but hardcore Monster Hunter fans have noted that the end of the Iceborne expansion’s trailer teases a fifth monster will be coming to the game in the form of Tigrex. Tigrex is a flying wyvern monster that first appeared in Monster Hunter Freedom 2. The beast is notable for its blue and yellow markings, as well as its distinctive roar. Tigrex has remained a popular Monster Hunter monster, and so it’s no surprise that fans seem excited to see Tigrex in Monster Hunter World. At the 3:11 mark in the Monster Hunter World: Iceborne announcement trailer, the game’s September 6, 2019 release date appears on the screen. The date lingers for a second, and then fans can hear Tigrex’s roar. Of course, this isn’t an … [Read more...] about Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Teases Tigrex