Resident Evil 6
Release Date: October 2, 2012
Action, TPP, survival horror, zombie, action adventure, splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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Steam
Resident Evil 6 is the sixth installment of the popular action survival-horror game series. Resident Evil 6 was produced by a dedicated team of Capcom's developers led by Eiichiro Sasaki. Plot is set 10 years the after events of Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City. The world is threatened by terrorist attacks using the dangerous T virus.
Resident Evil 6 for PC, X360 and etc. is yet another game from a famous survival horror games series, which has now more installments than the number in the title may suggest. It is noteworthy that it was not overwatched by Jun Takeuchi, the father of Resident Evil series.
RE6 does not follow the direction set by the two previous games, so in result zombies and the mysterious virus make a return. The player faces a global threat of bioterrorism in story campaigns that focus on three characters: Leon Kennedy engaged into an investigation of the epidemic in the Tall Oaks, U.S.A., Chris Redfield in pursuit of a mysterious woman, who caused death of many people in his department, and Jake Muller, a mercenary, son of Albert Wesker – who was the main antagonist of the previous games. Depending on which story you play, the game shifts in nature – for example, while playing as Leon it is more of a survival-horror, whereas when controlling Chris it becomes a shooter.
After completing three major campaigns, you get access to the fourth one, in which you control the key character for the story, Ada Wong. Equipped with a crossbow and a grappling hook, she works on her own, quite opposite from other characters, whose missions are cooperation oriented.
There is no shortage of innovations in Resident Evil 6. The main characters can now shoot while moving, slide on their backs, and use more advanced moves in melee combat. These changes are accompanied by the expanded bestiary. A mysterious C virus created even more terrifying types of zombies, including J'avo, an intelligent opponent, who can use firearms and mutate injured body parts, Sanagi, which are humans wrapped in cocoons, as well as ordinary living dead, however, they are now even more lively, as they can jump and run.
In addition to the three campaigns, which can be played in co-op (in this case, each character is accompanied by a friend), Resident Evil 6 for PC, X360 and etc. also features Mercenaries mode for up to six people playing online. In this mode you try to repel increasingly dangerous waves of zombies, to which end cooperation between the players is essential. There is also traditional multiplayer mode, which puts up to eight players against one another.
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Last Update: November 19, 2012
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Twinfinite: 3.5 / 5 by Zhiqing Wan
Resident Evil 6 continues down the divergent path of shaping the series into more of a third-person shooter game than survival horror, but there’s so much content here that’s actually fun to play through it’s difficult to criticize it too much. Resident Evil 6 HD won’t convert any haters, but if you loved the 2012 release and can’t wait to jump back into it with a friend, this is still the same game you enjoyed from four years ago.
Metro GameCentral: 4 / 10
The same linear, patronisingly simplistic time waster it always was, but if you really must have a remaster of Resident Evil 6 this isn’t a bad job.
Push Square: 3 / 10 by Sammy Barker
You can't polish a turd, and Resident Evil 6 is proof. This remaster may look the part at points, but its limp collection of lacklustre campaigns will leave you feeling dead inside. A low price point means that co-op enthusiasts may get some mileage out of the solid Mercenaries mode, but make no mistake, this is still a quivering corpse of a game. Avoid like a C-Virus plague.
The main pros of the game
- Gameplay Mechanics: Many users praise the gameplay mechanics, noting that it features one of the best control systems for a third-person shooter. The ability to run, dodge, and perform fluid combat maneuvers is highlighted positively.
- Co-op Experience: The game is designed for cooperative play, which enhances the overall experience. Players enjoy the dynamic and engaging nature of playing with friends.
- Content and Variety: With multiple campaigns featuring different characters (Leon, Chris, Jake, and Ada), the game offers substantial content and replayability. This aspect is often mentioned as a significant advantage.
- Action-Packed: The game is filled with high-octane action sequences, which some players find entertaining and fun, especially in a co-op setting.
- Graphics and Sound: Several reviews mention that the graphics and audio are decent to good, contributing to an immersive experience.
The main cons of the game
- Weak Storyline: A recurring criticism is the convoluted and lackluster story, which many players find confusing and unsatisfying. The interweaving of multiple campaigns sometimes detracts from the overall narrative coherence.
- Loss of Horror Elements: Many fans of the franchise express disappointment that the game leans more towards action and away from the traditional survival horror elements that characterized earlier titles.
- Camera and Control Issues: Some players report frustrations with camera angles and the control scheme, describing them as awkward or poorly designed.
- Quick Time Events (QTEs): The game is criticized for its heavy reliance on QTEs, which some players find tedious and frustrating.
- Enemy Design: Users mention that enemies can feel like "bullet sponges," leading to a gameplay experience that sometimes discourages gunplay in favor of melee tactics.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Exploration: Many reviews indicate that the game lacks significant exploration opportunities, with levels often feeling linear and corridor-like.
- Genuine Survival Horror: Players miss the tension and strategic resource management that defined earlier Resident Evil games, feeling that this installment sacrifices those elements for action.
- Better Inventory Management: Some players express dissatisfaction with the inventory system, finding it cumbersome and poorly implemented.
- Character Development: There is a sentiment that character reactions and development throughout the story are lacking, making it hard for players to connect with the narrative or the characters' journeys.
Summary
- In summary, while Resident Evil 6 has its share of fans who appreciate its action-oriented gameplay and co-op features, it also faces significant criticism for its story, loss of horror elements, and various gameplay mechanics that some players find lacking compared to previous entries in the franchise.
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Resident Evil Series
Resident Evil is a series of Japanese survival horror films published by the Capcom studio. Shinji Mikami and Tokuro Fujiwara are mainly responsible for its creation. It had its beginning on March 22, 1996, with the release of the game Resident Evil (also known as Biohazard) for the PlayStation console. It was during its promotion that the term survival horror was coined. The prototype of the series is the game released in 1989 Sweet Home, based on the film of the same name. Fujiwara himself was responsible for it, and many elements, such as QTE sequences or inventory management, were transferred to the series. Biohazard. Since then, the series has grown steadily, gaining more game installments, as well as film, animated and comic book and book adaptations.
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Resident Evil 6 Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows March 22, 2013
Switch October 29, 2019
PlayStation 4 March 29, 2016
Xbox One March 29, 2016
PlayStation 3 October 2, 2012
Xbox 360 October 2, 2012
Resident Evil 6 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Quad Core 2.7 GHz, 2 GB RAM (4 GB RAM - Vista/7), graphic card 1 GB (GeForce GTX 560 or better), 16 GB HDD, Windows XP(SP3)/Vista/7/8
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