A few days ago, Capcom and GOG surprised fans by announcing that they would be re-releasing the original Resident Evil trilogy on PC. In addition to providing easier access to the original trilogy, DRM-free, GOG also revealed that the original Resident Evil 2 is based on the 1998 Windows PC release.
It’s been difficult keeping this secret, but I’m happy to report that GOG is doing the impossible and bringing back the classic Resident Evil trilogy! I’ve been playing ports of RE1/2, and here are my thoughts on what I experienced! RT much appreciated! https://t.co/lh4dHfsnYd pic.twitter.com/p15HI87qTO
— Suzi Hunter (@TheSphereHunter) June 26, 2024
The news was first reported by YouTuber The Sphere Hunter, who revealed that she had the chance to play the first two games early, revealing that Resident Evil 2 Classic is based on the original Windows PC version, not the Sourcenext version. A GOG spokesperson also confirmed this detail to IGN in an emailed statement.
If you’re not familiar with these two ports, the first was released in 1998 for Windows 98, while the second, developed by software company Sourcenext, was a Windows XP-compatible port released exclusively in Japan in 2006.
The biggest difference between these two versions is that the Sourcenext version provided higher quality animated videos (FMV). Many Resident Evil fans have argued that the Sourcenext version is the definitive way to play Resident Evil 2 on PC. Although this version was only released in Japan, as content creator Ultra Creed pointed out, fans used the Resident Evil 2 Classic REbirth mod to not only translate the Sourcenext version into English (minus the FMVs ), but also to add support for modern controllers and added optional gaming features that you can enable, such as quick turns and tactical reloads.
In our review of the original PC version of Resident Evil 2, IGN wrote, “It’s just too superficial for the average PC gamer.” With so few changes from the Playstation version, one wonders why it took Capcom three months to get this one out. on the PC.”
The original Resident Evil is now available on GOG. Resident Evil 2 and 3 are not yet available.
Taylor is a journalist at IGN. You can follow her on Twitter @TayNixster.
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