VR and Resident Evil Are a Match Made in Heaven

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Over the years, Resident Evil has repeatedly reinvented itself. Some experiments, like the focus on action-oriented gameplay, haven’t always been a hit, though some changes, such as the use of a first-person perspective, have managed to breathe new life into the franchise. In recent times, Resident Evil has been dipping its toes into virtual reality (VR), and the results have been nothing short of phenomenal.

Since Resident Evil 7 received its VR mode in 2017, the series has remained the go-to spot for the scariest virtual reality experiences. Most recently, Resident Evil Village’s VR mode has continued carrying the torch on the PS VR2, and gamers can look forward to Resident Evil 4‘s remake also receiving a VR mode. Judging by the success of Capcom’s experiments, VR could be an integral part of RE‘s future if wielded correctly.

Resident Evil 7 is already a pretty terrifying game when played in pancake mode. When things are taken to into VR, a whole new realm of horror is introduced. It isn’t possible to simply turn away from a scary scene anymore, leaving players feeling truly trapped in Ethan’s nightmare as he tiptoes throughout the Baker family’s house. The action elements that the franchise has increasingly embraced also benefit from VR, as the gunplay is far more realistic. Players now have to physically reload and cock their weapons before firing, which becomes an