The best order to play the ‘Resident Evil’ games

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Resident Evil burst into the computer gaming world way back in 1996. To date, there have been ten core games in the series. But how should gamers play them? There are two ways to go – by chronological order or release date.

Those interested in progressing through the story might want to opt for chronological order. However, those interested in seeing the franchise’s evolution, from humble PS1 beginnings into modern AAA series, should play in release order. The release order is not drastically different from the chronological order, and allows new players to get the same experience that hardcore fans had. To get a feel for how the series started and why it has become so popular, play the following:

The Capcom game that started it all, Resident Evil created the setting that spawned multiple entries and spin-off movies. You play as Chris Redfield or Jill Valentine, members of the elite Special Tactics And Rescue Service (S.T.A.R.S.) in their mission to rescue Bravo Team after a helicopter crash. The survivors have taken refuge in an abandoned mansion, and it is Jill and Chris’ job to figure out what the heck is going on there. This game is a great introduction to the series (even if the controls are sluggish by modern standards). Just be prepared for a certain infamous jump scare behind one of the many ominous-looking doors.

Set two months after the events of the first Resident Evil, the second installment involves much of the same puzzle-based gameplay – this time moving the action beyond the mansion to the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City. The evil Umbrella Corporation certainly has some questions to answer. A smash-hit on release, the game took the series’ popularity to dizzying heights. A 2019 remake is available