According to the trailers we've seen so far, the Resident Evil 4 remake is set up to be a masterpiece. The gameplay looks fluid, and the villains are more unsettling than ever before. The original Resident Evil 4 was released in 2005, and its graphics have begun to show their age. With a fresh coat of paint, however, the remake plans on taking things to a whole new level of terror. Here are seven reasons why we're excited for the Resident Evil 4 remake.
7 reasons why we're excited for the Resident Evil 4 Remake
Capcom knows how to do remakes right
Considering that the Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3 remakes were faithful and graphically impressive, we doubt that Capcom has lost their spark. Each of these games fleshed out their characters, displaying the complexity of their personalities. The Resident Evil 2 remake displayed the naive drive of a rookie who wants to save everyone. The Resident Evil 3 remake focused on a seasoned soldier who doesn't know when to quit. We believe that the Resident Evil 4 remake will follow in the same footsteps, making a great game somehow even better.
We'll see a more human side of Ashley
In the original Resident Evil 4, Ashley felt like an inconvenience, due to the tedious escort mechanics. We rarely received opportunities to bond with Ashley, so it was difficult to feel like there was a reason to protect her. The remake plans to change that, with snippets of shared sentimental moments between Leon and Ashley. With these story bits, we're hoping to learn more about Ashley's past and personality, making her a more likable character.
More moments with Luis
Despite being a fan favorite, Luis Serra received only a few story moments in the original game. As seen in the third remake trailer, it seems as if Luis will be a central character in the remake's narrative, helping us learn more about this mysterious and charismatic man. There is even a scene where Leon and Luis shoot enemies in a moving minecart, which did not appear in the original game. We're hoping Capcom makes the most of this beloved character in the remake, demonstrating how great his role in the story truly is.
Las Plagas becomes scary again
While the Las Plagas cultists were unsettling in the first game, they could often be seen as more disgusting than scary. The remake combines both of these descriptors, creating a revolting and fearful depiction of the parasites. These enemies send a chill down our spine, with their realistic teeth and fleshy tendrils. The animation of Leon getting attacked by the hungry mouth of a Las Plagas cultist will forever haunt our dreams.
Leon Kennedy ages like fine wine
In the time between the events of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, Leon experienced intensive training. He dropped his rookie status and refined his skills, becoming an elite agent for the President. While we got to see his days as a hopeful kid in Resident Evil 2, he bears a concrete and mature determination in Resident Evil 4. His physical training also produced some killer biceps, making him quite the handsome agent.
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Leon maintains the same performance actor as the Resident Evil 2 remake
Nick Apostolides will be reprising his role as Leon in the Resident Evil 4 remake. Considering his phenomenal work on the Resident Evil 2 remake, we cannot wait to see how he embodies older Leon. In the Resident Evil 2 remake, Nick Apostolides captured the childlike innocence of Leon, imbuing him with unique facial quirks and habits. He helped Leon feel human, like he truly was a rookie who was dead set on saving the people of Raccoon City. In the remake, we are excited to watch how Nick Apostolides brings Leon to life.
The Ada Wong storyline gets a second chance
In the original Resident Evil 4, Ada Wong meets Leon, even though he believed she died in Raccoon City. However, the game doesn't portray Leon as being surprised, despite the close relationship he had with Ada in Resident Evil 2. This narrative decision was odd, and baffled the community, but the remake offers a chance at a new and better story direction. We hope Capcom pursues the Leon and Ada storyline further, improving the continuity between games. After all, it isn't every day that your childhood crush comes back from the grave.
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Published: Mar 6, 2023 12:53 pm