Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition on Nintendo Switch 2
The Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition is now available natively on Nintendo Switch 2, following the success of Resident Evil Requiem and the ports of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 8 on the platform. This version brings updated gameplay mechanics and story elements to the 1998 sequel to Resident Evil, which was remade in 2019.Gameplay and Perspective Changes
The remake retains the core narrative of the original, following Leon Kennedy's first day in the Raccoon City police force alongside Claire Redfield's search for her brother Chris. The game is played in third-person perspective, a change from the original's fixed camera angles, and includes features such as targeted shooting, defensive weapons, and inventory management.Revised Story and Characters
The Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition includes revised character relationships and psychology, with Leon being less frantic in his pursuit of Ada Wong and Annette Birkin receiving more depth. Mister X, a significant antagonist, is portrayed as more cunning and relentless than in the original, adding tension throughout the police station.Game Features and Content
The game features a varied bestiary, including zombies, lickers, zombie dogs, and mutated creatures, as well as a giant crocodile. Players can unlock achievements, alternate scenarios, and additional mini-scenarios featuring characters like Robert Kendo and Hunk. The game also includes special outfits, weapons, and the option to choose the original soundtrack.Graphics and Availability
Graphically, the game runs well on both portable and docked modes of the Nintendo Switch 2, with only minor differences in texture quality. The game's immersive atmosphere is enhanced by its soundtrack, which includes French dubbing and sound effects that contribute to the survival horror experience. The game is available for 39.99 euros on the eShop.
