Several games are added to the Xbox Game Pass every month, offering gamers a chance to experience their favorite titles by paying just one subscription fee. While the people over at Xbox try and go for a game list that appeals to a wide audience, inevitably they will add a title here and there that doesn’t sit right with fans.
Such is the case with their latest addition to the catalog: the Resident Evil 3 remake. The game is fun and action-packed, but Resident Evil purists and fans of the original felt it left a lot to be desired. Will its presence on Xbox Game Pass go down well? First, let’s understand the criticisms behind the game.
Resident Evil 3 was Just Announced on Xbox Game Pass
The announcement was made via the official Xbox Game Pass page on X. Maybe the people over at Microsoft wanted to make sure every gamer would have a (Jill) Valentine for the 14th of February.
The game is now available via cloud streaming, Xbox consoles, or on Windows PC. This news is going to excite some Resident Evil fans who are still waiting on something new, such as Resident Evil 9, but others are not as upbeat about this game.
The Resident Evil 3 remake was criticized for cutting out some very iconic content from the 1999 classic. In fact, as much as half of the campaign areas were missing in the 2020 remake.
It also did away with the choice-based story paths and the star of the game, Nemesis, was no longer as feared a pursuer as before.
This left fans feeling like it was a hollow experience, and the cut content made the overall game far too short for a full-price title. The success of the Resident Evil 2 remake also had fans wondering why Capcom dropped the ball on this project.
Resident Evil 3 is Considered a Black Sheep among the RE Remakes
The remakes of both Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 stayed true to their source material and built upon an already strong foundation to provide a truly memorable experience.
Resident Evil 3 may not have been at the same level, but many still consider it a fun action-packed game. Taking control of Jill Valentine and facing off against Nemesis might now feel more in line with an action game than horror, but it is nonetheless an enjoyable experience at least once.
It is also a far more linear experience as compared to Resident Evil 2, leading players into one action sequence after another at a breakneck pace. The dodge mechanic also enables Jill to evade danger with ease, but some may feel it is far too easy an escape.
While the game may be too short for a $60 investment, it could be a fun playthrough as part of an already existing subscription.
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