Summary
The originalResident Evilgame has been released on PC through GOG, and there are plans to bring the originalResident Evil 2andResident Evil 3: Nemesisto the platform as well. While the HD remaster of theResident Evil 1remake has been readily available on modern platforms, it’s been trickier to relive the OGResident Evil.
TheDirector’s Cutversion of the originalResident Evilgame hasmade its way to PS4 and PS5 through PS Plus Premium, but otherwise the game has been unavailable on most modern gaming platforms. That changes now withResident Evil’s debut on GOG, giving survival-horror fans the chance to relive the classic, DRM-free with some “quality of life improvements.”
PC gamers canbuy the original 1996Resident Evilthrough GOG right nowfor just $9.99. It includes four localizations, new rendering options, full support for modern controllers, and more. This re-released version ofResident Evilis otherwise a replica of what the game was like when it released in 1996, meaning it doesn’t include the extra content that was included in theDirector’s Cutversion. Still, it’s great to see the originalResident Evilgame make a comeback, and hopefully,Resident Evil 2andResident Evil 3: Nemesisaren’t too far behind. There’s also the option to buy all three games in a bundle for $24.99, so anyone that chooses to go that route can enjoy a slight discount.
Resident Evil is Available Now on GOG
For those who are somehow unfamiliar with the game, the originalResident Evilcoined the phrase “survival-horror” and helped innovate the genre. Set in theinfamous Spencer Mansion, the game blends horror action with puzzle solving as players fight the horrific monstrosities prowling the estate and try to unravel the mystery behind their origin.
Horror fans can keep their fingers crossed that Capcom bringing the originalResident Eviltrilogy to GOG is just the start of the company’s plans for the classic games. While nothing has been announced, there is some hope that the OGResident Evilgames could be coming to other platforms in the near future as well. After all, Capcom has a long history of re-releasing its games on as many systems as possible,especially theResident Evilgames, and so one has to imagine that the classics coming to consoles and other PC platforms, like Steam, is just a matter of time.
While theoriginalResident Eviltrilogycould potentially make its way elsewhere at some point, for now, it’s only available through GOG. Survival-horror fans are free to check it out while they wait forResident Evil 2andResident Evil 3: Nemesisto eventually make their debuts.
Resident Evil
A series of gory attacks in the area surrounding a remote biotech lab brings in S.T.A.R.S. (Special Tactics and Rescue Squad) to investigate. On arrival, Bravo Team communications are abruptly cut off. Now it’s up to your team.You arrive at the isolated mansion under-powered and on the run. Arm yourself with anything you’re able to find: knives, pistols, shotguns, flame-throwers - search for hidden rounds to stay alive!There are puzzles to solve, traps to disarm and mysteries to uncover while trying to avoid a blood-bath with the freaks of nature that populate the mansion. Each lurking horror you survive will bring you closer to the source of the Resident Evil.
