Post by Nester the Lark on Jul 8, 2007 10:25:46 GMT -5
3PS #32
Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
System: Wii
Resident Evil 4 is not only considered one of the best games of its generation, but often one of the best of all time. Much is made of how it reinvented the Resident Evil series, but more importantly, it is an absolutely superb action-adventure-horror game in its own right. With so many polished elements and near flawless execution, an encore is perfectly justified, and Capcom has given us one with Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition.
Calling this version a “Wii Edition” may give the impression that it has somehow gotten smaller, but that’s certainly not the case! Everything from the original 2005 GameCube version is present, plus the extra content from the PS2 version. These include the extra “Separate Ways” side missions, the extra costumes, and the new weapons, as well as the movie browser. It should be noted, however, that even though all the cutscenes are rendered in real-time (as in the original GameCube version), the PS2 costumes still don’t appear in them. And although there is no brand new content added to this version, it’s still an all-inclusive, deluxe edition of the game.
As for the controls, well, they used to be great… Now they’re even better! For shooting, aiming is done with the Wii remote while the nunchuck’s analogue stick is used to control the camera angle. You also use the remote to slash with the knife, although you can still tap the A button if you prefer. The remote has even been worked into the QTE’s, requiring vigorous shaking to avoid unfortunate consequences. But if you still prefer traditional methods, the game is entirely compatible with both the GameCube controller, which makes the game play just like the original version, and the Wii Classic Controller, which bares more resemblance to the PS2 interface. You should be able to find a control method that suits you best.
Saying you’ve never played Resident Evil 4 (and assuming you’re mature enough for it) is like saying you’ve never played The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It’s a landmark game. An essential. It gives you a brilliant and lengthy adventure, topped off with addictive mini-games and unlockables galore. And as it’s been said, combining the GC and PS2 versions creates the definitive edition of the game. The new Wii controls only enhance the experience, but you still have the option of playing with a traditional controller. The passage of time has only validated this game’s reputation. Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition is a masterpiece that belongs in every mature gamer’s library.
Release:
JP: May 2007
US, EU: June 2007
AU: July 2007
Bonus Links:
Official Trailer
Resident Evil Official Site
My original RE4 write-up - From the TPCGW
A Leon Mii
Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
System: Wii
Resident Evil 4 is not only considered one of the best games of its generation, but often one of the best of all time. Much is made of how it reinvented the Resident Evil series, but more importantly, it is an absolutely superb action-adventure-horror game in its own right. With so many polished elements and near flawless execution, an encore is perfectly justified, and Capcom has given us one with Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition.
Calling this version a “Wii Edition” may give the impression that it has somehow gotten smaller, but that’s certainly not the case! Everything from the original 2005 GameCube version is present, plus the extra content from the PS2 version. These include the extra “Separate Ways” side missions, the extra costumes, and the new weapons, as well as the movie browser. It should be noted, however, that even though all the cutscenes are rendered in real-time (as in the original GameCube version), the PS2 costumes still don’t appear in them. And although there is no brand new content added to this version, it’s still an all-inclusive, deluxe edition of the game.
As for the controls, well, they used to be great… Now they’re even better! For shooting, aiming is done with the Wii remote while the nunchuck’s analogue stick is used to control the camera angle. You also use the remote to slash with the knife, although you can still tap the A button if you prefer. The remote has even been worked into the QTE’s, requiring vigorous shaking to avoid unfortunate consequences. But if you still prefer traditional methods, the game is entirely compatible with both the GameCube controller, which makes the game play just like the original version, and the Wii Classic Controller, which bares more resemblance to the PS2 interface. You should be able to find a control method that suits you best.
Saying you’ve never played Resident Evil 4 (and assuming you’re mature enough for it) is like saying you’ve never played The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It’s a landmark game. An essential. It gives you a brilliant and lengthy adventure, topped off with addictive mini-games and unlockables galore. And as it’s been said, combining the GC and PS2 versions creates the definitive edition of the game. The new Wii controls only enhance the experience, but you still have the option of playing with a traditional controller. The passage of time has only validated this game’s reputation. Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition is a masterpiece that belongs in every mature gamer’s library.
Release:
JP: May 2007
US, EU: June 2007
AU: July 2007
Bonus Links:
Official Trailer
Resident Evil Official Site
My original RE4 write-up - From the TPCGW
A Leon Mii
