Resident Evil 4 Remake
The Resident Evil 4 remake was not only a beautiful example of what a remake should be—that is, a thoughtful consideration of its audience balanced with dedication to the original game, aided by the gorgeous graphics that passing years allow—but also a reminder of how timeless Resident Evil 4 itself is.
Endearingly goofy dialogue and entertaining but complex relationships between protagonist Leon S. Kennedy and the lucky ladies in his life still resonate after nearly two decades. Who can forget the highly capable Ada Wong, or the (against all odds) hopeful Ashley Graham? The unbridled strength of the game’s mutant enemies, who encapsulate how grotesquely selfish human greed can be when left unchecked, continue to terrify, too. Not many games feel so fresh after 20 years, but Resident Evil 4 does, and so it’s a rare classic that continues to work for its widespread respect. — Ashley Bardhan
Playable On: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows
Rough Average Playtime: 16 hours
