The history and evolution of the Resident Evil franchise

The Resident Evil franchise is a popular series of survival horror video games developed by Capcom, a Japanese video game company. The first game in the series was released in 1996 and since then, the franchise has expanded to include numerous games, movies, and spin-offs. Here is a brief history and evolution of the Resident Evil franchise:

• Resident Evil (1996)

The first game in the series was released for the PlayStation console in 1996. It was a groundbreaking game that popularized the survival horror genre, which involved players navigating through dangerous environments and fighting off monsters with limited resources.

• Resident Evil 2 (1998)

The sequel was released in 1998 and introduced new gameplay mechanics and improved graphics. It also introduced the popular character Leon S. Kennedy.

• Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (1999)

The third game in the series was released in 1999 and continued the story of the first two games. It also introduced the Nemesis, a new type of enemy that would pursue the player throughout the game.

• Resident Evil Code: Veronica (2000)

This game was released for the Dreamcast console in 2000 and featured improved graphics and a more complex story. It also introduced the character Claire Redfield.

• Resident Evil 4 (2005)

This game was a major departure from the previous games in the series, featuring a new gameplay style that emphasized action over survival horror. It was also the first game in the series to be released for multiple platforms.

• Resident Evil 5 (2009)

The fifth game in the series continued the action-oriented gameplay of Resident Evil 4 and introduced cooperative multiplayer.

• Resident Evil 6 (2012)

This game was released in 2012 and was criticized for its over-the-top action and convoluted story.

• Resident Evil 7: Biohazard (2017)

This game returned to the survival horror roots of the series and introduced a first-person perspective. It was well-received by critics and fans.

• Resident Evil 2 (2019) and Resident Evil 3 (2020)

These are remakes of the original games that feature updated graphics, improved gameplay mechanics, and new story elements.

• Resident Evil Village (2021)

This game is the latest entry in the series and features a new protagonist named Ethan Winters. It continues the first-person perspective and survival horror gameplay of Resident Evil 7.

Throughout its history, the Resident Evil franchise has had a significant impact on the video game industry and popular culture. It has inspired numerous imitators and spin-offs, as well as movies, books, and merchandise. Despite some missteps along the way, the series has remained popular with fans and continues to evolve with each new entry.