Resident Evil

Resident Evil games — survival horror franchise by Capcom

Resident Evil is a long-running game series that blends survival horror, action, and storytelling around outbreaks, bio-weapons, and high-risk exploration. The franchise includes mainline entries, remakes, and spin-offs, with different styles depending on the title.

  • Survival horror roots with limited resources, puzzles, and tension-driven progression.
  • Action-focused entries with heavier combat and set-piece pacing.
  • Multiple eras: classic fixed-camera titles, modern third-person, and first-person horror.

What to expect from Resident Evil gameplay

Most Resident Evil games focus on moving through dangerous locations, managing inventory, and unlocking new areas as you gather tools and key items. Some entries lean more into horror and exploration, while others emphasize combat and mobility.

  • Exploration with locked areas that open up as you find items and solve puzzles.
  • Resource management: ammo, healing, and inventory space matter.
  • Enemy encounters that reward positioning, timing, and smart item use.

Main entries, remakes, and spin-offs

The series is easy to approach because many games tell self-contained stories, while remakes offer modern versions of classic titles. Spin-offs vary widely in tone, perspective, and modes.

  • Mainline games: the core storyline and flagship gameplay styles.
  • Remakes: updated versions of classic Resident Evil titles with modern controls and visuals.
  • Spin-offs: experimental formats, co-op-focused entries, and side stories (varies by game).