Resident Evil 0 HD Reviews
Capcom proves once again that it's quite good at this remastering lark. Resident Evil Zero HD is a brilliant update of another classic GameCube Resident Evil game for a modern audience that demands to be revisited once more or discovered for the first time. It's scary good.
Nostalgia infiltrates this HD remaster through very subtle yet highly important artistic direction – the untouched cutscenes, the B-movie voice acting, the core controls modernized to a pleasurable degree of gaming satisfaction. The universe is equal parts haunting and stunning with each frame of the game a work of art in its own right – brought to life through modern 3D polygons and dynamic lighting. The key issues I have with the game are simply down to decisions made over a decade ago; they're core failures that the remaster hasn't been able to address – from a terrible inventory system to repetitive combat. Due to its competitive pricing in the modern gaming climate, I'd definitely recommend this HD remaster a reliable January buy to tide you over to any upcoming A-grade titles you may be salivating after… like hungry gaming zombies…
After all is said and done, it sounds like I’m being extremely rough on Resident Evil Zero but it’s still a pretty competent classic Resident Evil game.
Resident Evil 0 HD Remaster is a fantastic reworking of a solid entry into the mainline series.
Resident Evil 0 HD Remaster is a game that fans will no doubt pick up, while being worthwhile for newcomers as well.
At times then Resident Evil Zero is a frustrating experience, but persevere and you'll find yourself immersed in a great old-school survival horror game. The atmosphere's fantastic, and the character zapping system means you're never stuck too long banging your head against a hard puzzle. It won't be everyone, but what is, and it servers as a timely reminder of just how much Resident Evil has changed over the years.
Resident Evil 0 is a worthy entry in the Resident Evil franchise even though it lacks the scares and originality. It's often overshadowed by the first game, but not giving it a spin would be a grave mistake. RE 0 makes some notable changes to the core gameplay like controlling and swapping between the two main leads at any time, as well as a complete revamp of managing items. The systems can feel archaic and occasionally cumbersome, but various new challenges and puzzles make it worth the effort. RE 0 is a stunning looking game and the new HD visuals ensure that it looks better than ever. Whether you're playing for the first time or looking for an excuse to replay it, Resident Evil 0 is absolutely worth your time and investment.
The HD remastering of Resident Evil Zero may not have everything that the remake of the first game had, but it does feel like a more improved version of the original GameCube release. In particular, the analog movements make the game feel more modern even when everything else adheres to the original mechanics. The game still looks and sounds good even if there are parts that could have been done better, but the most important part — the gameplay — remains as good as it was all those years ago. If anything, it will be the fans who never owned any of the latter Nintendo consoles that will be thrilled with this release, since they can finally experience the game for the first time. Luckily for them and for anyone else who's a fan of the older style of Resident Evil games, the experience is better than ever.
For anyone that has been put off the modern direction this series has taken, Zero in HD on our new generation of consoles is the perfect remedy.
Some games get better with age, and nowadays it's not often a game attempts a slower pace, one where you carefully explore a relatively small but dense world. The enhancements to the graphics and controls are well done, making for a classic yet modern feeling experience, one that works well for veterans as well as newcomers alike.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Resident Evil Zero might have frustrating controls, clunky navigation, and the most punishing inventory system you can find. However, it's HD remaster makes the game look good and the updated controls, while still finicky, still provide an enjoyable gameplay experience.
Resident Evil Zero HD is a good old school survival horror, full of great, dark atmosphere. Despite the obvious technical improvements is the gameplay that suffers the most: clunky and often unintuitive, the game has aged badly, although this doesn't affect the overall quality of the game.
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RE Zero is a great example of why old-school horror releases are beloved and special. With a few new technical upgrades, it has largely made a graceful return on current systems. The emphasis on resource management, exploration, and puzzle solving are enjoyable features I wish more modern horror games employed. But, RE Zero still isn't without its flaws, especially with the way it handles combat.
It's hard to recommend, or not, RE0 on Switch. Loading times make the experience a little worst (but not game breaking) and its expensive selling price (10 euros more than in other digital shops) make it hard to recommend... unless you want it to play on portable. There is no new content, neither Switch exclusive content: it's a fast port.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Resident Evil Zero isn't quite up there with the likes of Resident Evil 2 or the remake, but it's still a solid horror romp that fans will want to pick up. And now it looks even better to boot.
Resident Evil 0 stands completely on its own. You can go into this game completely blind, having never played a single Resident Evil game, and be able to appreciate it all. In fact, it's the best way to jump into the series. I highly recommend this game to newcomers and veterans alike. Do yourself a favor and get this game.
Resident Evil Zero HD Remaster will remind you of the good 'ol days when horror was horror. You will appreciate this supposedly "outdated" mode of gameplay, especially if you recall the early days of this franchise with extreme fondness. Yeah, like most remakes, this one has to thrive on some nostalgia.
Featuring two characters for a majority of the adventure adds some interesting puzzle design, but also takes away from the feeling of isolation and dread. Fortunately the frightening and off-putting atmosphere helps to counteract that. While it isn't the best of the classics, Resident Evil Zero still manages to deliver an authentic survival horror experience.
Resident Evil Zero HD will satisfy any puzzle-solving fan and it uses the two characters wisely in many sections of the game. The information you collect from roaming around the map and picking up journal entries is fantastic and acts as a great origin story for the series. However, the story you play is weak, the characters are bland, and the shooting is terrible. There’s also no sign of horror in this supposedly horror game.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
The last of the 'classic' Resident Evil games, Zero is now clunky and often infuriating. But the HD conversion looks and sounds superb, and once you get used to its quirks, it's still a class act.