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Dreamcast : Resident Evil 2 Reviews

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Below are user reviews of Resident Evil 2 and on the right are links to professionally written reviews. The summary of review scores shows the distribution of scores given by the professional reviewers for Resident Evil 2. Column height indicates the number of reviews with a score within the range shown at the bottom of the column. Higher scores (columns further towards the right) are better.

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Game Revolution 65






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Resident Evil 2- Best in the series?

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 11
Date: December 14, 2000
Author: Amazon User

Resident Evil 2 is everything a great sequal should be: More zombies, tougher bosses, and a more in depth storyline. Except for Code: Veronica this is arguably the best Resident Evil game on the Dreamcast. The higher resolution only serves to make a great game better, the additions to the VMU are very conveniant for knowing what health level you are at and how much ammo is left. The storyline is far better than game 1. Claire Redfield, sister of Chris from the first game, is visiting Raccoon city from out of town when she comes in contact with the victims of Umbrella Corp.s "T-Virus" which turns the carriers into flesh eating zombies. Originally The virus was concentrated only on one lab but it has now spread throughout the town. It is up to you to save the town and live through the expierience. Sound good? If not get this game anyway, this is not to be missed!

Beautiful Storytelling

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 5
Date: March 04, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I have played all three console editions of this game. The first I played was the Playstation version and although I liked the cinematics, I could not get past the controls to save my life. Second, I got the N64 edition, which offered, in addition to all the cinematics, a 3rd person control system that made navigation much smoother than the PS edition. So, when I heard of the Dreamcast edition, I immediately went out and bought it right away. It unfortunately lacked the 3rd person controller option of the N64 edition (but the 1st person controls were drastically improved to the point where one wouldn't spend four or five minutes getting your character to turn a corner). But in spite of that, it had all the great storytelling elements and in-game graphics from the N64 version (w/expansion pak) and the FMV cinematics quality of the PS version (not to mention sound). But actually, that's my only complaint about the DC version, the cinematics are...well...just too good! For the N64 version, the cinematics were reduced graphically (and cropped top and bottom to simulate a letterboxed look) and the sound was a tad tinny, but there was something really visually spectacular about the blurred, Matrix-like frame-rate (case-in-point: First appearance of the 'Licker') and the cropping (case-in-point: Claire's entrance into the diner in which a close-up of her face--in the N64 version--shows only her eyes, whereas the DC and PS versions show her full-face, even the lousy dubbing of her line, "Hello?"). But, all things considered, this is easily one of Capcom's best games, and easily the best multi-console translation of a Capcom game. Truly suspenseful, awfully tear-jerking (who doesn't become overwhelmed with feelings of desperation as they see Claire, cradling the lifeless body of Sherry Birkin in her arms, walking away from the train after she has just discovered Umbrella's underground lab! A great game in any form! We love you, Capcom!

Welcome To Raccoon City!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 7 / 9
Date: January 27, 2001
Author: Amazon User

How does wasting zombies at the turn of every corner sound? Pretty good to me! That's what you get when you purchase Resident Evil 2. For those who have played it on the Playstation, you know what this is all about. The DC has finally put out the game series to keep it competitive. You begin the game by playing as Leon, a rookie cop for the Raccoon City PD, or Claire Redfield, depending on wich disk you put in. You and Claire are split up. You must find and fight your way to the Police Station. Once you are there, the real adventure begins. Solving puzzles and of course killing a bunch of zombies! I don't want to give all the details as to what you need to do or what you encounter. It would ruin the fun for you. The "T" Virus plays an important role in the whole situation. And don't forget, pay attention to the clues and read all diaries and faxes that you find! They are very important! For those of you who have played Code Veronica on the Dreamcast, you will find some differences in this game. First the game play and control is the same. The disappointing things are the graphics are not as good as Code Veronica. Don't get me wrong, they are not bad, just not as good. That is why only 4 stars. Second, the game difficulty, I feel, is much eaiser than Code Veronica. I finished the game in about 8 hours. It took me about 36 to 40 hours to complete Code Veronica. It was a very entertaining and SCAREY 8 hours though! The best part of this game is that it leads into Code Veronica and Resident Evil 3 very well. Why was this not released first? Anyway, the bottom line is this; if you liked Code Veronica or scarey games, it is well worth the money. Otherwise keep looking.

Relive the terror....

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 12
Date: December 18, 2000
Author: Amazon User

Fans of Resident Evil rejoice! We now have a new edition to the Dreamcast line up. Resident Evil 2 for DC is cleaner and sharper than it was on Playstation, and the perks on the VMU are nice. Sure, it isn't likely that in a police station there will be elaborate statues which hold secret keys and golden plates which act as activators. Just roll your eyes occasionally, and make note of all it does have going for it. The tone is disturbing, almost too disturbing. Perfectly keyed music, dog howling, the traditional zombies, some with a bit of a kick to 'em. An evolving and involving storyline. Finally, a worthwhile sequel, and they just keep getting better and better. Players must keep in mind tho that it's no Code Veronica. The graphics weren't engineered for DC, but for Playstation, and even tho it's been reformatted, this game did originate in 1998. Sure, you may have played it on Playstation, but it's been a couple of years. Enjoy the enhancement of Dreamcast play and reimmerse yourself in the world of survival horror. And for those of you visiting Racoon City for the first time.... good luck! ((imagine evil, wicked laughter here))

Resident Evil 2: The evil returns

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 2 / 4
Date: September 27, 2001
Author: Amazon User

The evil returns with brand new music that is awesome, new enemys, and new guns! This game rocks, frist you choose youre charcter Claire Redifield or Leon S Kennedy. You can fight new enemys like the licker. You learn about the new viriust the G viruis witness an scientist turn into a horrible monster. So I hope you enjoyed my review. Plus when you beat the game you can save it and unlock a secret to play a differnt version of the other chacter. So I hope you enjoyed my review.

Very good story and setting...

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: February 24, 2002
Author: Amazon User

even better than Code Veronica's setting and story. On the DC the graphics are upgraded and such but are kind of wierd at times, kind of Surreal almost.

Be warned, play this before Code Veronica or the less developed graphics will turn RE2 into a joke.

Fun, but no comparison to RECV

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: March 19, 2002
Author: Amazon User

This game is interesting, I would almost say great. But I can't because Code:Veronica is great and RE2's graphics just don't compare to it. Graphics are just bad. When I move on from the current screen picture, the game freezes for like 2 seconds, and as I move a lot that freezing is kinda annoying.

I am playing this game now, having already completed RECV, and this game just seems ridiculuos to me. Like playing International Karate on Atari after playing DOA2 on dreamcast.

Best Resident Evil!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: December 23, 2002
Author: Amazon User

It's another miracle RE from Capcom. A bunch of different things to do, and difficulty settings to help you in the game depending on your experience. I recommend to anyone who is looking for a thrill. In my opinion it's the best for it's time, better than RE 3 Nemesis by far. A must have for anyone, i give it a perfect 5.

cool game !!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 07, 2002
Author: Amazon User

super games (RE3),(RECV).Im fan this games.

RESIDENT EVIL 2

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: February 09, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Man, this game is hot! I simply love playing this game over and over. Even though I know where everything is in the game, I still find myself playing this game. For me, there is still some of Resident Evil: Director's Cut and Resident Evil 3: Nemisis that I want to finish. The graphics are amazing. People think these graphics are lousy, "you guys are idiots", line from Resident Evil: Director's Cut. Dreamcast, I admid, could have made an entire full production on making RE2 look like probably better than Resident Evil: Code: Veronica. Instead they gave us a cleaned up Sony Playstation version, which is way too cool for words. Added to the game, Dreamcast included 3 more modes of gameplay such as "nightmare" other than the standard modes. Awesome...in word amazing. The battle mode kicks [...]. Also in battle mode there's a Chris Redfield. The concept of the game is quite beautiful in everyway. The sense of characterism development as well as story development is apparent in all Resident Evil games, (mostly this one). All I own is a Sega Dreamcast and a Sony Playstation new model. Well simply because they both compliment eachother in the gaming industry. You can seriously tell that the level of dedication to Sony Playstation in Sega Dreamcast is obvious and way cool. [...] If you own a Dreamcast buy this game while you still can! You have to own this game. An essential buy. I mean, its way cheaper than the N64 version and the N64 version totally [...]. I can't say enough good things about this game, just buy it!


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