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"Resident Evil 2" is simply the best computer game ever. It surpasses every other game in every genre in every possible way. It was one of the first games I bought for my PlayStation and when I started playing it that night I thought: "I'm just going to play for a few hours and then go to bed". - because it was rather late. Several hours later in the middle of the night I was still sitting in front of my TV having lost any sense of time - I just played on and on. I just couldn't stop.

Never before have I been sucked into a game like with "RE2". It was fantastic. I just HAD to go on. I didn't stop until I couldn't keep my eyes open anymore. At that time I guess it was five in the morning or so.

This game has it all. It's great to run around in old buildings and scary corridors searching for clues and keys, fighting dogs and zombies.

And the scenarios are so perfectly made. The graphics are spectacular. When you run around in those corridors it's like you're really there.

Of course this has something (or everything) to do with the music which is more than just great - I would say that the music is probably the best thing about the game. It creates the scary atmosphere - and believe me it's REALLY scary. And that's the great thing, that the game works perfectly.

The gameplay is also great. The story is great and the game is long and not too easy to complete - that's good. "Resident Evil 2" offers hours and hours of fabulous entertainment. Go out and buy it, then play it - if you dare face the terror...

Where do you even start with this masterpiece? Packed to the brim with content, 4 complete and unique scenarios with the bonus 4th survivor mode and extreme battle mode. A wide range of incredibly cool weapons at your disposal to take down the many creatures in your way of escaping Raccoon City with incredibly great cast of characters. Impeccable pacing and tone throughout the whole game with an incredible soundtrack. The game strikes the perfect balance between action and horror. Resident evil 2 built on the story for resident evil 1 in such a great and expansive way. From the intense opening of surviving the streets of the city to exploring the RPD and then plunging into the lab under the city it's just amazing start to finish. If you haven't played this you're robbing yourself of one of the best gaming experiences ever.

After having closed the case of the laboratory in the mansion in Resi 1, zombies and monsters inhabit Raccon City. Chris, Jill(the characters of RE1) and the STARS-members have disappeared. Chris`s sister Claire, enters the town on her motorbike, she stops at a coffee-shop, and is attacked by a zombie, Leon(the other main-character) enters and kills the zombie. Leon & Claire get into a policecar and drive to the police-station. Not everything is running smoothly though, the police-car is destroyed by a huge-truck, and Leon & Claire have to go to the policestation on foot!! The game starts here and is one of the most enjoyable of all time. RE2 was one of the most anticipated releases of all time, and was definetely worth the long wait(about 2years). The graphics are better, the sound is better, the story is better, the acting is better, the weapons are more powerful etc. A true classic that everybody must buy, now that it is on a budget price in Europe and the U.S. 10/10

The quest of video games to be more and more like the real-life equivalent of the situation they are depicting is one stretching back as far as the late 1970s, when such titles as Galaga were over the horizon. Indeed, in the mid-1980s, one game based on a laserdisc and knowing which button to push when was hailed as raising the interactive bar to something we had never seen before. While video games based upon films were frequently made, and even sold in great numbers, Capcom set the standard when they took George Romero's Night Of The Living Dead and used it as the basis for Biohazard, or Resident Evil as it is known to English-speaking audiences (presumably because the original name was previously copyrighted outside of Japan).

Resident Evil 2 picks up a little after the original game in the series. The virus that the evil Umbrella corporation has been researching managed to get out into the open, and people have been dropping dead like flies as a result. The story begins when two central characters are separated in a car crash, and both try to survive long enough to work out what on Earth is going on in Racoon City. It sounds like a very basic, even threadbare plot, and to tell the truth, it is. But therein lies the charm of Resident Evil and most all of its sequels. One can go anywhere, do anything, kill anything, and apart from the frustration of winding up with nowhere to go at times, the game will not penalise the player for it. In this day and age where racing simulators are nothing more than knowing which lever to jerk when, it makes for a nice change.

Of course, as the main influence makes clear, the player soon finds themselves battling with undead citizens (and worse) throughout the course of the game. Those who like to kill everything in sight may find the going a little tough, as the game rewards the player for knowing what to kill and when. A zombie in a wide, open area does not require immediate shooting, but a licker in a confined space should be put down as quickly and quietly as possible. Knowing the difference can literally decide whether you complete this game or not. But if one does get into a situation where they are low on ammunition and are not sure where they are meant to go, they can simply keep exploring until a solution presents itself. Such is the quality of the artwork on offer that it takes a while for this to become boring.

One criticism of the game that is perfectly valid is that the zombie models only seem to have four varieties. Occasionally, different types will appear if certain conditions are met, such as not picking up any items during the trip to the police station, but for the most part, it is a rather generic bunch. Another problem is the save point system, which can make the quest seem repetitive at times if resumed. However, the fun of the game truly lies in revealing threads of the plot, which, while occasionally cliché, is put together like an elegant series of Chinese boxes. Questions are raised constantly, and half the fun is in finding the answers. In a complete contrast to the second feature film, the motions and attacks of the enemy are completely consistent, and even make sense from a biological point of view. One other criticism I have that applies to all of the Resident Evil games I have played to date is that in so-called tense moments, when a mass-attack by zombies or other terrors begins, one can often tell when they have completely beaten off their opposition by when the background music calms down. Although I am not entirely sure that is a bad thing.

The replay value of the game is heightened by the ability to complete one character's quest, save the results, and use them on the other's. What one does in one game directly affects what happens in the other. Decisions such as who should take the submachine gun, for example, are of great importance in the game, as are such things as opening doors or killing certain major enemies. Getting into the underground lab towards the end of the game is quite a chilling moment, too. Notwithstanding the fight that takes place on the way down, this deserted research lab is enough to put the wind up any a dedicated viewer of horror films. A contrast, as it were, to the godawful second film adaptation.

If I were giving Resident Evil 2 a score, it would be ten out of ten. Sure, it is looking old considering it was originally released on the PlayStation and Dreamcast, but unlike the vast majority of games, it has the ability to withstand the test of time. It is well worth hunting around the stores that specialise in second-hand or liquidated stock for.

To many people, video games are just that...games. A lot of people feel that way. I will tell you that you don't play this game... you live it. In the many hours you will spend playing this game, you will either find: (A)You think its an ok game (B) You like this game (C) You love this game. I bought this game the first day it came out which was 4 years ago, and I still play it over and over. That, my friends is the mark of an awesome game. I have to say... I'm 16, I've seen every zombie movie known to man, and I never had a nightmare on the subject or been afraid after the movie....this game scared the living @$#% outta me. There is not a better shoot em up zombie game on the market. This is the ultimate achievement in survival horror!

The game was a revolution when it came out and the graphic and story was ground breaking. I know that there have come better games now,but this one is a classic.

The game is very adictiv and the story is very frightening and scary. Even though it is a video game,you really care about the characters.

I have completed the game in every way possible and gotten all the secrets so I know what i am talking about. The scenes and enviroment is very detailed and the gci video segments are as good as it gets. The game is very gory and also sometimes scary.

This game is much more challaging than other games before and it is not easy to complete it and get all the secrets.

This video game beats every zombie movie.

One of my favourit games.

Resident evil 2 is one of the strongest entires in the series, I have been a fan of this series since I was young since I played it back on the good ol PS1. The games graphics were great for the time, the characters were entertaining, the story was silly yet very interesting, the music, tone, monsters, weapons, content and replay value makes it stand out even more. This game also has very good atmosphere and is one of the most memorable experiences I have in a game. The puzzles range from medium to hard, the boss fights are varied and entertaining (tho some are a bit easy). The game controls do take a bit of getting used to tho, they are fine once you get used to them and they do work fine but since they are tank like it put of some gamers. The game is just amazing overall and one I will never forget. One of the best PS1 games out there and my favorite in the PS1 trilogy.

I actually like this game and the controls are easy on dolphin emulator which i don't have a N64 system. I tried this game on the N64 emulator but the controls are not very good.

This is a great classic resident evil game and i really like it. I used to play this game on n64 emulator but the controls were not very good. I like the sourcenext PC version way better and the seamless HD mod looks great. I also like how you can now play the biorand mod and choose different characters from the series and that it has background music from RE4, RE Code Veronica, and etc.

I aldo like how this game is short and not long. My favorite RE characters is Leon and Jill and they have good personality and love how Leon says is sarcastic jokes in this game and RE4. This game on soucenext has a debug menu which i like in case you run low on ammo or healing and you can't find any you can add how many ammo and healing you want in the inventory.

The characters aren't as interesting as the original, but the horror and replayability well makes up for it. After completing the game, you play the 2nd Scenario, a different version of the 1st. And both characters,Leon and Claire, have 2nd Scenarios (Thus giving you 4 different Scenarios)

I'd recommend this game to anyone who liked the first, but I think if you are gonna play this game you should play the original first, it's alot better.

1998's Resident Evil 2 was directed by Hideki Kamiya and is a near-perfect continuation of the first.

Picking up the story two months after the events at Spencer Mansion we now play as Claire Redfield and Leon Kennedy. Unlike its predecessor, both lead characters have almost entirely different story campaigns that intertwine and connect throughout. This makes replaying the game all the more enjoyable as we get to see how both respective stories play out and ultimately come together.

Once again, the characters have an endearingly simplistic quality about them which gives them an effective emotional heart. Leon, along with his fun quips, has a comforting romance with Ada Wong, while Claire builds a sweet mother-daughter relationship with Sherry Birkin, which has an uplifting and heartfelt conclusion. Not to mention Claire's search for Chris giving us a perfectly intriguing explanation into what happened after Spencer Mansion.

There's plenty of creepy moments, memorable and intimidating new enemies (the lickers and the T-00), more Hollywood influences, entertaining cutscenes, the scale feels grander with more action, the puzzles and exploration come together seamlessly, the plot is consistently engaging, the score is solid (although I didn't care much for the boss-fight choir music), and much of the difficulty comes from the tank controls, which makes it all the more satisfying of an experience when you finally get the hang of it.

While there is some tedious backtracking at times, overall, this is a sequel that successfully ups the stakes, expands the RE world, introduces memorable new characters, and makes for a tense, fun and exciting experience. With a 10 hour playtime as Claire and almost 5 hours as Leon, I can certainly say Resident Evil 2 is another game that deserves its renowned recognition.

Resident Evil 2 got a remake recently so I decided to play the original before playing the remake.

WOW. This held up really well. The tank controls got a bit of taking used to, yet once I did they were never a problem, and are they ever appropriate for making you feel helpless. Just like the decision to limit your ammo, health and even saves. Yes, saves. It is not as annoying as it sounds. You can still save when convenient, just not in excess, and the game is very short so it's not like it's that big of a deal anyways.

I loved how this game worked around its limitations and still managed to get some good horror despite it. Building up to enemies before your first encounter with them and replacing loading screens with eerie door animations. The ambient, scarce soundtrack adds a ton to the atmosphere as well.

The cinematic aspects of the game aged VERY poorly, and Claire's story was not as polished as Leon's (barely any differences as well as an absence of clever build up) yet it still serves as an entertaining one-time experience. Let's see if the remake changes that.

Scarier than any horror movie ever made because you're in controlled of this blood fest which make it more scarier than watching other people doing it on the big screen or on your television screen. This game got two CDs which make the game much more entertaining.

Each cd contains a different character with a complete different story line which make the game much more fun. I recommend you to buy this game and the first game too (isn't as good as this game, still fun though)

****

I got this game for Nintendo 64 and loved every minute of it. The best way to play it is late at night in the dark. You start off playing one of two characters, both on their own agenda. Claire Redfield comes to Raccoon City to find her brother Chris, a STARS operative from the previous game. Leon Kennedy arrives to start his new assignment at the city's police department. After you play through the game as the first character, you follow through with the second character. The story varies slightly depending on who you take and actions the first character makes will affect the second character.

There's plenty of action here, as you must fend off the undead with limited ammo, so strategy is also key. If you escape from the city in a certain time limit and difficulty level, you can unlock secrets in the game. This is definitely a challenge for finding your way, solving puzzles and finding necessary items takes time and patience.

The music for this game is fantastic, and perfectly fitting for survival horror. There are plenty of times when this game will make you flinch because of the level of suspense it creates. The voices came through a little scratchy, and the acting was ok but better than the first game. Sure the plot may seem to be similar to a B movie, but this story gets you hooked. There are plenty of surprises here, and I personally love the way the two character subplots intertwine.

This game is amazing. There are 2 different versions of the game, one where you are Leo and one where you are Claire, meaning that to fully complete the game you have to beat it twice. The graphics in this game, while not great, are good. This is one of the only games I have ever played that made me nervous or scared at times. You never know when a zombie or other creature might just pop out of nowhere and make you jump. Once you die in the game, it is game over, you have to start from the beginning, so try to get as many health items as you can so when you are dying you can get your health back, and more importantly SAVE THE GAME AS MUCH AS YOU CAN, meaning whenever you see a type writer, go up to it and save the game. Because if you don't, believe me, you will regret it. The story in the game is original and exciting. How would you like to be stuck in a building full of flesh-eating zombies, giant crocodiles, vicious dogs, and plenty of strange creatures? The game is exciting at all times, as long as you continue to do new things and go to new places rather than going back to places you have already been. Resident Evil 2 is challenging, and will take quite a long time to complete, but is fun and exciting the whole way through, and is one of the best video games ever made. Play it if you haven't.

This game is better than first. With all new characters this game succeeds at everything it set out to do. The fact that the two characters get special attention really sets this game apart from all the others. The voice acting has improved immensely. The gameplay and replay value are great. The enemies in the game all have a unique look with each having a different myriad of attacks. This game is well made with good music and a great look. My rating 9/10

This is one pretty good game. I am eleven and I got this game and beat it when i was seven. And I still play it occasionly if I am bored. Good story, pretty scary, good puzzles, and gore. I ain't going to spoil anything for you but I am sure you'll get to a nerve racking point. And once you beat you unlock minigames. There is also many secrets in the game.

I do have a few complaints though. Ammo is sometimes scarce in certain areas, meaning if you run out, you have to use the weak a$$ knife. Camera angles are annoying sometimes. And there is so much backtracking! But aside from all that, it is still a great and classic game. It may even be better than Dead Rising. And I love that game. But RE2 is definitely one of the greatest zombie games around.

In the same way that Resi 3's remake is almost an action payoff to Resi 2's, this original version is lightspeed after the ominous mansion in 1. The menu is snappier, guns fire faster, and going through doors takes 2 business days instead of 3.

That's not to say the previous game is bad, this entry just immediately lets you know what it's about with its opening action set piece: weaving through a fiery cityscape infested with zombies.

It never achieves the suffocation of that first game, only really coming close during the initial police station sojourn. It was strange to be playing this second to its remake, and I was dreading Mr. X around every corner (yes, even in the A playthrough). Knowing roughly where things were without touching the game prior made me understand psychics just a little more.

The jumpscares absolutely got me this time round, but they're a poor replacement in the scare department. Sure, palpitations spiked, but I never had to work up the courage to charge into the unknown. In this, I was a machine, eviscerating every potential grievance down the line. Rookie cop? No. Terminator? Yes.

The atmosphere is fantastic. Areas are all very distinct; the sewer didn't overstay its welcome - I've done my fair share of sludge trudging in the first two Souls games alone - and the gradual unraveling of the "science" behind the supernatural is my favourite part of these games.

Inventory management is here to stay, I only had to run back to get a valve or crank (to crank it) 3 times. We're improving. I did reload Leon's save one time cause I yoinked both the shared items and mentally processed the warning text after the button push. There are times to slow down after all.

B routes are definitely better here. I was pretty impressed by how different Claire's experience was. It still doesn't really quite line up with Leon's plot, nor does it achieve its full potential of cross-save connectivity, but it's still kinda neat.

Everything here is accompanied by the best soundtrack I've come across in the franchise. You bet your ass I'll be switching over to it when I replay the remake - it'll probably be jarring but you gotta let the vibes flow sometimes.

The game overall is easier, much more casual-friendly than the first one. Usually I would rebel against the Skyrimification, but here, I don't mind so much. RE2 specifically has the roots of aspects I kinda love about the series (a middle ground of action and horror, slightly more goofy geopolitics, chad Leon).

I'm glad I went back and played this. I love seeing how the series mutated, every little piece aligning closer and closer to what I know it as today. It's easy to see why there were no breaks on the "bigger is better" school of thought until 6. So far, so good.

You must play this game if you love horror movies (and especially zombie movies). It is even better than the first one. It is my favorite game of all time. I actually don't like a lot of games, but I am really fond of this one!

One of the best games I ever played, even though I only played it recently, I truly enjoyed it.

The survival horror genre of games is quite common, but finding one with an excellent plot and awesome scenery is a lot harder to find! 'Biohazard 2' (Resident Evil 2) has got to be one of the most freakish and well developed games of its time!! A true winner in horror gaming!!

First off, Resident Evil kicks ass.

Second, Resident Evil 2 was even better. So if you all liked the original Resident Evil, you'll LOVE RE 2.

Graphics are amazing, as well as gameplay. There's tons of "jumping out at you scenes" as well as scenes that are just downright creepy.

The actors/actresses that voice the characters in this game pull the job of very well indeed. Leon Kennedy especially.

Cutscene graphics rock, I had to watch it twice to make sure it wasn't actual people I was watching. The hair even bobs around on Leon's head as he runs!

Excellent storyline. Excellent characters. Excellent game.

The game will keep you playing for HOURS. I know it did to me.

The second installment is better from the first one. The game play is more challenging and although not as scary as the first one, the puzzle and game play is very addictive as well as the first one and code Veronica on Dreamcast.

Overall, a must for horror's fan.

For context, I had never played this game until just a week ago. And once I got into it, I couldn't care less about the dated graphics or tank controls. This game was awesome. I still prefer the 2019 remake though mostly because of the absolute terror the villains of that game brought to the table, even though I loved how Mr X functioned in this game as well. If I had grown up with this game it probably would've been in my top 3 of the series, and I can safely say that I understand anyone who has this as their number 1.