The Resident Evil series is famous, but
- I’m too scared to do it
- Bad for your heart
- Threw it halfway
.
Especially after 7, the horror tone became stronger, and
more people felt that it was not suitable for them.
However,
Resident Evil = Not all of the works are scary.
In this article,
- A work that is easy to play even for people who are not good at horror
- Why is the work less scary
in an easy-to-understand manner.
Conclusion: There is no problem as long as you choose the wrong work
To conclude first,
- Avoid first-person perspective
- Choose action-oriented works
By just being aware of these two points,
Resident Evil will become much less scary.
Works that people who don’t like horror should avoid
Before looking at recommended works,
First, let’s organize representative examples that should be avoided.
Works requiring special attention
- Resident Evil 7
- Resident Evil RE:2
The reason is clear.
- Many closed spaces
- Tracking type enemies are strong
- Low ammo and recovery
Because it is designed to maximize fear.
Recommended ① Resident Evil RE:4
Why is fear suppressed
RE:4、𝐁
- Very strong action element
- There is an exhilarating feeling of defeating the enemy
- Many bright outdoor maps
.
Why it’s suitable for people who don’t like horror
- There is always a way to fight
- The main character is reliable
- Easy to understand the distance to the enemy
Because “fighting” and “conquering” come before “scary,”
you can enjoy the game more than fear.
Recommended ② Resident Evil 5
Bio 5 is a work with particularly weak horror elements in the
series.
Special
- Many daytime maps
- Gunfight focus
- Cooperative play required
Why is it hard to feel scary
- Always have a partner
- Easy to see enemy appearances
- The sense of work is stronger than the tension
This is a work that even people who are not good at horror can enjoy
as an action game.
Recommended ③ Resident Evil 6
This is a work with mixed reviews, but
It is suitable for people with low tolerance for horror.
Reasons
- Completely action route
- Less worry about running out of bullets
- Focus on speed
More than fear
- Amount of operations
- Flashy production
is in the foreground, the
horror feeling is quite weak.
Recommended ④ Resident Evil Revelations 2
This work is located between horror and action.
Special
- Many single roads
- Character switching system
- Mainly solving puzzles
Why is it relatively safe
- Less sudden surprises
- Number of enemies is controlled
- Focus on atmosphere, less gore
Suitable for people who want to experience “bio science that isn’t too scary.”
Points to consider when choosing for people who are not good at horror
Choose third person perspective
- First person is too immersive
- Third person allows you to see around you
This difference is very large.
Focus on the strength of the main character
- Those with combat experience such as Leon and Chris
- Avoid ordinary protagonists
The protagonist’s sense of security = the player’s sense of security.
Choose a work that supports cooperative play
- You can play with someone
- Feel less lonely
This alone will
reduce your fear considerably.
What to do if you still feel scared
- Decrease difficulty
- Play during bright hours
- Decrease volume
- Understand the content first with videos
By “devising ways to reduce the fear,” it is possible to enjoy only the charm of the
series.
Summary: Bio is a series with a wide range of scary
Biohazard is
- All works are full of horror
- No scary people
.
If you don’t make a mistake in choosing the work
- As an action game
- Focus on story
You can enjoy it to the fullest.
If you are not good at horror,
We recommend starting with RE:4 or 5.
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