Resident evil for oculus quest 2 release date

Along with a new gameplay trailer, Oculus has announced its full VR remake of Capcom’s beloved survival-horror masterpiece will make the jump to virtual reality this October. IGN has a full hands-on preview of Resident Evil 4 VR you can read right now.

Without spoiling too much of the preview, Resident Evil 4 VR is a refreshing new take on the 2005 classic and makes the horror shooter feel practically new.

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Resident Evil 4 VR supports both full-motion movement and teleportation travel. One of the biggest changes to RE4 in VR is how items are managed. You’ll now be able to draw your weapons and items directly from your virtual body, whether that’s reaching to your belt for a gun, or pulling a health item from your left shoulder.

Entire puzzles and other objects, like the typewriter you use to save, have been recreated in VR to be fully interactive as well.

When Resident Evil 4 was first released in 2005 it became an instant classic. Not only did it modernize the Resident Evil series, but many of the franchise’s newest games are directly inspired by Resident Evil 4 today.

Be sure to check out our hands-on preview of Resident Evil 4 VR or read our original Resident Evil 4 review.

Resident Evil 4 VR takes one of the greatest, most thrilling video game campaigns of all time and nigh-flawlessly translates it to VR, making for an even more intense, breathtaking, and terrifying experience than ever. It may not innovate or execute everything as elegantly as a made-for-VR game like Half Life: Alyx, and it doesn’t necessarily replace the original as the definitive version, but it’s, without doubt, a definitive killer app for Oculus Quest 2.

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  • Android Central

    Oct 28, 2021

    90

    This isn't some half-assed port. Armature Studios fully converted Resident Evil 4 to 1st-person VR, only leaving 3rd-person for cutscenes and QTEs. You'll rarely find a VR game of this length and production value, combining classic and modern mechanics into a compelling package.

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  • Game Rant

    Oct 29, 2021

    90

    Resident Evil 4 VR's Oculus Quest 2 exclusivity means that it has an incredibly limited audience right out of the gate, and it's hard to recommend someone buy a brand new VR headset to play this one game. However, hardcore Resident Evil 4 fans may want to consider biting the bullet and doing that anyway, as VR completely reinvigorates the game and succeeds in making a 16-year-old experience feel new.

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  • Jeuxvideo.com

    Oct 28, 2021

    85

    Let's be clear: Resident Evil 4 VR is arguably one of the best VR action games available on the Oculus Quest today. While visually the weight of the ages is felt, the frantic pace of the action has not aged a bit. Even better: virtual reality offers a second youth to the title of Capcom thanks to much freer movements (move and shoot at the same time!) And movements that respond to the fingers and the eye. From a cult TPS, but which had taken the lead in the wing due to an outdated grip, Resident Evil 4 here becomes a nervous and particularly effective FPS.

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  • GamingTrend

    Oct 19, 2022

    80

    Resident Evil 4 is a fantastic game no matter what you play it on, but the jump to VR has a few issues. The controls feel good in a vacuum, but certain options will make the game exponentially harder. If you’re someone who doesn’t get sick in VR, this is one of the best titles on the platform. If you do get sick, however, stick with the 2D versions.

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  • UploadVR

    Oct 28, 2021

    80

    Resident Evil 4 VR is an incredible, if not definitive take on an all-time classic. There are a lot of rough edges to this port like the constant cutting to virtual screens, lack of spatial audio and certain combat encounters that simply don’t translate well to VR. But, for every moment of Wii-waggle boulder dodging or tarnished memories of once much more demanding boss fights, developer Armature mines gold elsewhere. Whether it’s the brilliantly redesigned puzzles, the slick satisfaction of pulling off headshots with careful aim or simply taking in this world of terror from a fresh new angle, there are a lot of reasons to relive the horror. I suspect it’s best enjoyed as a novel way to revisit one of the all-time greats than it is to approach fresh but whatever your circumstances, you’re bound to enjoy the ride. Games like The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners might be the future of VR, but Resident Evil 4 is a welcome reminder that it’s well worth looking to the past too.

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  • Gameblog.fr

    Oct 28, 2021

    70

    Resident Evil 4 returns in virtual reality exclusively on Oculus' Quest 2. If the game is identical to the original material in its graphics and game design, seen from the inside, it must be spectacular. Especially since the game is not stingy with epic moments. In addition, the ease of use on the quest is optimal and in-game interactions with objects, weapons included, are successful. Resident Evil 4, on the other hand, is a game full of cutscenes. But there are really plenty of them, every 3 seconds, even in the middle of a fight. And when that happens, you are often placed in a dark room with a screen. Even though the cutscene is only half a second ... Then you come back to the game, in the body of Leon Kennedy. Until the next cutscene. This breaks up the immersion, which has been successful, and that's a shame. A big black point for this Resident Evil 4 which would have benefited from evolving for VR and not remaining too faithful to the original material, even if it means sacrificing the kinematics or the game mechanics. Another big black point, no bonus of end of game other than a new game +. Soon in DLC? Clearly, if you have a Quest 2, 40 € to fork out and you are a big fan of Resident Evil 4, do not shy away from your pleasure, we recommend the purchase. But when we read each other again, we say to ourselves that there are a lot of conditions.

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  • Score distribution:

    1. Positive: 15 out of 18

    2. Mixed: 1 out of 18

    3. Negative: 2 out of 18

    1. titansoftime

      Oct 31, 2021

      10

      Saying that this is the best version of the game is the understatement of a century. I just got to chapter 5 and every step along the way hasSaying that this is the best version of the game is the understatement of a century. I just got to chapter 5 and every step along the way has been un fricking believable. Having my wife try it out and seeing her on the ground screaming swinging a knife was worth it in itself. Expand

      • 8 of 9 users found this helpful

    2. Zaoteus

      Mar 29, 2022

      10

      It's definitely the best port of a non-VR game to the VR version, I hope we have more Resident Evil games getting a VR port as good as thisIt's definitely the best port of a non-VR game to the VR version, I hope we have more Resident Evil games getting a VR port as good as this one! Too bad it didn't come out for PC too, Quest has extremely limited hardware, it could have been much more used if it had been released on PC, not to mention that Oculus has its own launcher, they could have released it for PC on the Oculus launcher! Expand

      • 0 of 1 users found this helpful

    3. Dperks

      Aug 27, 2022

      10

      Resident Evil 4 is easily one of my favorite games of all time and I was skeptical about a neatly two decade game working well for VR but ifResident Evil 4 is easily one of my favorite games of all time and I was skeptical about a neatly two decade game working well for VR but if it was good on the Wii then why not VR but god damn it RE 4 is so good that works on any format. The moment to moment gunplay of RE 4 feels so smooth and easy to play in VR it really needs to be experienced to properly understood. Now this version is currently missing some content in both of Ada's story although it does have new content in the form of mercenary missions some of which are an absolute blast to play. Some minor changes I noticed was first of all some censored dialogue which is annoying but not a deal breaker although I don't know why they got rid of all the flirting between Leon and Houngan that really seemed unnecessary. The price for upgrades have changed a bit to account for the fact you don't need to upgrade accuracy which its in VR that makes sense. And with the freedom that comes with VR like moving and shooting or being able to duel wield some weapons also means that this version is easier once you get the hang of the controls. The biggest drawback really is the platform the Quest 2 while is cool, easy to use and comfortable it does require Facebook connectivity and I like any sensible person hate Facebook or "META" and recently the Quest 2 went up in price so if you have one already definitely play this if you haven't otherwise. If you don't have one I cant recommend a nearly 2 decade rerelease to be the system seller even if it is one of the greatest games of all time. Expand

      • 0 of 0 users found this helpful

    4. Flabb

      May 30, 2022

      9

      Awesome, this sold me om VR! Love RE4 and to convert this from 3rd person to an awesome VR experience is just amazing! I’m hoping to see moreAwesome, this sold me om VR! Love RE4 and to convert this from 3rd person to an awesome VR experience is just amazing! I’m hoping to see more classic games converted to VR after this! Expand

      • 0 of 1 users found this helpful

    5. CharlyPlayman

      Oct 30, 2021

      9

      Excellent conversion to Oculus Quest 2 of one of the best game ever made. Same as the original but in VR, highly recommended

      PROS: Easy and
      Excellent conversion to Oculus Quest 2 of one of the best game ever made. Same as the original but in VR, highly recommended

      PROS: Easy and fully functional menus + Superb weapons mangement in game + Everything works really well

      Minor problems: Some actions are in 2D + To swap second weapon you need to go to the menu + Ashley's head is like a little crushed
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      • 6 of 7 users found this helpful

    6. vikasgames94

      Sep 18, 2022

      8

      I had played Resident Evil 4 in 2008 on my PS2. It was one of my favorite games even though I never finished it. I don't remember much of itI had played Resident Evil 4 in 2008 on my PS2. It was one of my favorite games even though I never finished it. I don't remember much of it either. I was 14 back then.

      However, the moment I started the story on my Quest 2, everything came back to me. It's like a time capsule. You used to play as Leon. Now, you are Leon. I knew this place. I knew where to go for at least 5-6 hours. It felt like somebody threw me inside my CRT TV in 2008.

      For new VR users who are looking for a story driven game, it's PERFECT. For fans, it's a time capsule and I love it.

      As a VR game, it lacks some immersion because of limited interaction with environmental objects. It helps the game a lot with performance and keeping you focused. However, if you've been in VR for years, you do notice it.

      Must buy for 80% of VR users. 100% for new users. Not as scary as other horror games.
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      • 0 of 0 users found this helpful

    7. Panchogul

      Mar 31, 2022

      0

      Hasta la horrible versión de ps2 vale más la pena que este ridículo y absurdo port en "realidad virtual".

      Is Resident Evil 4 on Oculus Quest 2 the full game?

      You can play Resident Evil 4 VR exclusively on the Oculus Quest 2. Resident Evil 4 VR will NOT be coming to PC, Steam, or Playstation.

      Is Resident Evil 4 VR released?

      Oculus Studios, Capcom, and Armature Studio released Resident Evil 4 VR in October 2021. The game reimagines Capcom's classic survival horror action game in first-person.

      Can you play Resident Evil on Oculus?

      The answer is yes! Thanks to the incredible efforts of a modder by the name of praydog, you can now experience Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3 on any PC VR headset compatible with the SteamVR platform. You can play through the entirety of each single-player campaign in VR with support for motion controls.

      What time will Resident Evil 4 VR come out?

      Announced earlier this year, the Resident Evil 4 remake will release on March 24, 2023 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4 and PC via Steam. The game will also support PlayStation VR 2.