New Resident Evil 6 Gameplay Trailer

Capcom have revealed a new set of gameplay clips from Resident Evil 6' campaigns. 

The latest clip features bulky fan favourite Chris Redfield, who is shown in a boss fight against a  huge snake. 

Resident Evil 6 features Leon S. Kennedy and Chris Redfield, who are also joined by Ada Wong and Sherry Birkin, amonst new characters such as Jake Muller. The game will be released on the 2nd October 2012 for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. A PC version is also planned for a later release. 

Resident Evil 6 Poster Shows Playable Characters

Capcom have revealed a new poster for Resident Evil 6 which features all of the playable characters in this upcoming addition to the popular zombie series.

Leon Kennedy and Chris Redfield return once again to the series, whilst Sherry Birkin makes her second appearance. The trio are joined by newcomers Helena Harper, Piers Nivans and Jake "Wesker Jr" Muller. The six will be paired off to take starring roles in the three in-game campaigns. 

As well as this, it has been reported that Resident Evil 6 will allow players to run and shoot (a first in the series), and zombies will be able to run, jump and use weapons. 

Resident Evil 6 is expected to be released on the 2nd October for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. 

Resident Evil 6 "Captivate" Trailer

Capcom unveiled a new trailer for Resident Evil 6 at Captivate, which has now been released online. 


Expanding on the original teaser clip, this new trailer reveals that, one decade on from the Raccoon City incident, Chris Redfield and Leon S. Kennedy now have to stop the new C-Virus. The virus introduces a new zombie, the J'avo, which has the ability to regenerate. The trailer also shows us a longer glimpse at Jake Muller, the son of the late Albert Wesker. It turns out that Jake's blood is the cure for the outbreak, but with him evading authorities, catching him isn't going to be an easy task.


Fans will enjoy seeing Leon and Chris sharing the screen together, as well as a few other familiar faces in the form of Sherry Birkin from Resident Evil 2, and Ada Wong. 


Resident Evil 6 was scheduled for a release on the 20th November 2012, but the trailer has confirmed that the game has now been shifted forward to a 2nd October 2012 release. Capcom have not explained the reason behind this as of yet.


Check out the trailer below, and let me know what you think! Personally, I think it's shaping up to be an excellent game. We'll see!

Resident Evil Revelations Review

The Resident Evil series has gone through a few changes throughout it's 15 year reign. Starting off as a straight-forward survival horror which combined puzzle elements, the series took a slight diversion upon the release of the excellent Resident Evil 4. The game successfully managed to refresh the series with more action, but still managed to retain most of the creepy horror that fans had been used to in the entries before this. 

However, this all changed with Resident Evil 5, which seemed to leave behind the aspect of the original titles which won fans in the first place-the survival horror element. More action and faster paced gameplay took its place, which worked exceptionally well in this worthy addition to the series, but many fans were left yearning for a title that returned the series to its roots. Yes, change is a good thing, especially in a series that has the potential to be seen as quite stale after all these years, but at the same time, there's nothing better than relishing in old memories.

This is where Resident Evil Revelations comes in. Released in January 2012 for the Nintendo 3DS, Revelations marks the second title for Nintendo's latest handheld system. However, unlike Resident Evil Mercenaries 3D, Revelations is not just a longer version of the series bonus mercenaries’ mode, it's a full blown story.

 Fitting in between the events of Resident Evil 4 and 5, Revelations sees series regular Jill Valentine and her new partner Parker investigating some mysterious goings on aboard a supposedly abandoned cruise liner, the Queen Zenobia. At the same time, her long-time friend and partner Chris Redfield is desperately trying to track Jill down, with the help from scantily-clad agent Jessica Sherowatt. 

Most of the action takes place aboard the Queen Zenobia, which is a perfect setting for the tension and horror that the game promises from the start. Like the mansion in Resident Evil 1, the Queen Zenobia has an abundance of twisting, dark and claustrophobic corridors. It’s easy to become paranoid that something is lurking in the darkness, just waiting to take you by surprise. The paranoia is justified though, as there are plenty of these moments in Revelations, and you’ll jump on several occasions throughout the story.

Aesthetically, Revelations is definitely the best looking 3DS game to date. The characters look great, the cinematic cut scenes are incredibly impressive on such a small screen, and the environments have been well designed. There are plenty of details, such as a variety of lighting, rust and grime which all help to add to the uneasiness that is quickly felt when you cautiously guide Ms. Valentine and co through the winding corridors. Capcom have really done themselves proud in terms of the graphics, and it is hard to imagine that anything will best them on the 3DS for a while. We shall see though.

 Another area that Capcom have achieved in is the sound. The game uses the Nintendo 3DS’ surround sound capabilities to the maximum. The orchestral sounding score really helps to heighten the action sequences of the game, but it is the sound effects that greatly emphasise the horror, and this is where the high level of detail is really picked up on. Everything sound has been accounted for, from the slithering, shambling footsteps of the enemies, wind howling menacingly or even, in trademark Resident Evil fashion, the ‘lovely’ sound of blood dripping. Playing Revelations with headphones in is where the real horror comes in, as the surround sound, and these atmospheric sound effects really immerse the player in the scares.

Those completionists out there will relish in how much content is packed into Revelations cartridge. Players have the option to use their scanner to pick up any hidden items, discover secrets, and unlock new characters, costumes and weapons.

In Revelations, Capcom has steered clear of the zombies from the older entries in favour of the Ooze, a Regenerator-type creature which has the ability to enter from any opening. This of course heightens the uneasiness, as players will have no idea where they will pop up next. Hallways that you have traversed and cleared of these infected beings may appear to be empty, but are they really? This is where Revelations really harks back to the older days of the Resident Evil series, as the fear of uncertainty is constantly harrowing you.

 Revelations quickly fits in with the horror aspects of the series. There’s plenty of blood filling the environment, enemies are at times incredibly horrific (look out for Rachel, you’ll end up dreading her appearing once again as the game progresses), innocent people die terrible deaths, and the settings, especially the Queen Zenobia, leave little room for an easy escape. Like the titles before it, Revelations thrives on the unexpected first encounters, and the realisation that a hard confrontation with an antagonist is always close by. The boss battles are also well thought out, and the story fits in well with the rest of the Resident Evil timeline.

In terms of the controls, the game is much better to handle when using the Circle Pad Pro add-on which simply clips on to the 3DS. It may look rather bulky, but it’s rather comfortable to use, and enhances the gameplay, which is a little fiddly at times when used normally. Capcom avoids the co-op play that Resident Evil 5 introduced, and instead includes an AI partner (Parker) who will help you to shoot down enemies when the situation is getting a little sticky. Thankfully, unlike Resident Evil 5’s Sheva, Parker will not want to heal you constantly, and does not drain your resources. In fact, you are left to your own devices for the most part.

As well as the main story, Revelations comes packaged with Raid mode, where players are able to work through a series of short missions to increase rank, unlock new weaponry and upgrades, new characters, and much more. In the absence of a mercenary’s mode, the Raid mode fills the hole perfectly, and makes a break from some of the longer levels and tough boss battles.

 Another welcome addition is play coins, which can be unlocked by using the Nintendo 3DS’ pedometer. Play coins can be exchanged for unlocks, so it works as a good incentive for keeping on the move.

Resident Evil Revelations is a fantastic 3DS title, and also a worthy addition to the Resident Evil series. It pushes the boundaries of the 3DS console with fantastic graphics and high quality sound. It’s also nice to see a return to the spirit of the original games, which Resident Evil 4, but 5 in particular stray away from somewhat. It’s fantastic to see that the series works just as well in portable form, and fans should not be deterred by this. It’s just as good, even better might I add, than the console versions. It is by far the best game available on the Nintendo 3DS so far, and survival horror fans will love that there are plenty of opportunities to get scared within. 

My First Impressions of Resident Evil Revelations

Resident Evil Revelations was released today on the Nintendo 3DS, which I picked up on my brand new Nintendo 3DS. Seeing as I've only had it a matter of hours, I am yet to be able to provide you all with an in-depth, full review, but I've spent those few hours playing the beginning of the game. So, I've written up my first impressions of the game so far. 


Now you may have noticed online that several gaming websites are raving about this handheld survival horror, and rightly so. Resident Evil Revelations works so well because it is putting the horror back into the Resident Evil series. The fast paced action sections of Resident Evil 5 are not present. Instead, we're presented with a slower paced, tense and atmospheric title, which brings back memories of Resident Evil 1. 

What works so well is the way in which this horror is presented. Revelations is set aboard the Queen Zenobia, a cruise ship which is adrift in the Mediterranean. It's claustrophobic, dark and of course, inhabited by plenty of biologically created monsters. Just like the wandering of Spencer's Estate, Revelations revels in the tight corners, the fixed camera angles and the ever-present fear that something sinister is lurking in the ominous shadows. 


And so the game begins with Resident Evil veteran, and all-round tough chick Jill Valentine, who is joined by the chubby Parker, as they board the Queen Zenobia in search for Jill's partner and close friend, the the bulky Chris Redfield. Of course, the boat is crawling with infected fiends and Jill is left to work her way through corridors of locked doors, puzzles, enemies and limited ammo. Again, everything about this game really harks back to the early days of the Resident Evil series, where things just seemed that little bit more intense. 

The game handles rather fluidly so far, and the Circle Pad Pro attachment is a must. Yes, it may look a little on the bulky side, but it soon feels like second nature as you get playing. The game also boasts impressive graphics which look fantastic in 3D, and the soundtrack adds a further element of tension. Overall, it's a well designed game, and proves to be a worthy addition to the handheld titles in the ever-expanding Resident Evil series. This will also serve to stem the gap for a while before Resident Evil 6 is released in November of this year.


So far, so good. 

Resident Evil Revelations TV Trailer

Capcom have released their first European television trailer for the upcoming 3DS title, Resident Evil Revelations. The trailer shows series regulars Jill Valentine and Chris Redfield, and plenty of explosions, action and zombies. 


Resident Evil Revelations will be the eighth instalment in the Resident Evil main series, and will support the new Circle Pad peripheral. It promises a return to the survival horror aspect of the earlier titles, such as limited ammo, and puzzle solving, and is set predominantly on a cruise ship. 


Resident Evil Revelations is released in Europe this Friday, and in North America on the 7th February for the Nintendo 3DS. 

Resident Evil 6's 6 Player Co-op

Resident Evil 6's co-op will feature support for up to six players, according to xbox.com.  Apparently 2-6 players will be able to jump into an online game, whilst offline co-op and split-screen modes will remain a maximum of 2 players only.


It is still not known whether this will be the main story mode or a seperate mode entirely.  


The game has been in development for two years already with over 600 staff working on it.  The game features Chris Redfiled, Leon Kennedy and the return of Ashley Graham.  With a host of new characters on board as well, this is bound to show some promise.


Resident Evil 6 Launches on  Xbox360 and PS3 on the 20th of November this year.

Written by Lewis Terry

Resident Evil 6 Trailer Released

The first trailer for Resident Evil 6 has just been released, and it's epic. Packed full of action, and what appears to be a return to normal zombies, the trailer also shows a much more manlier, older and rugged looking Leon Kennedy, as well as a return of Resident Evil 5's much bulkier Chris Redfield. 

The plot involves the killing of the President, and a whole new plague of zombies. Could this be a Leon and Chris partnership? Also, was that Ashley I heard in the trailer, or just some soundalike? I think it's time to give it another watch. You can do the same below. 

Resident Evil 6 is released on the 20th November 2012.