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Resident Evil 5
Game
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Resident Evil 4 (2005)
Developer Capcom
Resident Evil 4 is a 2005 survival horror game developed and published by Capcom for the GameCube. Players control the special agent Leon S. Kennedy on a mission to rescue the president of the United States's daughter, Ashley Graham, who has been abducted by a religious cult in rural Spain. Leon fights hordes of enemies infected by a mind-controlling parasite and reunites with the female spy and mercenary Ada Wong.… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
522 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Lemmy) · newest Nov 5, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
94
LovedLoved
373 positive · 23 negative
95% range 91–96%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 373 | 23 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 45 | 2 | 69 |
| Lemmy * | 1 | 0 | 9 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
32,204 of 34,437 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
96% recommend · 250 yes, 11 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 261 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (93,163 of 98,887 positive).
Players widely praise the original Resident Evil 4 as a masterclass in pacing and gameplay that still holds up today. [1][2][3] Many reviewers prefer the 2005 original over the remake, citing its unique soul, humor, and over-the-top set pieces. [1][4][2][5] Some players note that the game requires mods like RE4_Tweaks and the HD Project for the best experience. [6][7][8]
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Representative posts
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Unpopular opinion: Even after the Remake, the 2005 OG still holds the crown. It’s not just "nostalgia," it’s a literal masterclass in pacing. Modern tech is cool and all, but RE4 (2005) has a specific "soul" and atmosphere that the remake just couldn't replicate. The combat loop with the laser sight is still peak, and if you think the controls are "dated," that’s a certified skill issue. Mikami basically wrote the …
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I have no nostalgia for this game. It still holds up in 2026 as one of the best action-horror games ever made. Actual masterpiece in gameplay and pacing, no chapter or moment feels like it goes on too long. Played this now after playing remake 1.5 years ago and I wholeheartedly believe this game is an overall much better experience. While the remake is a lot more serious, the original has much more humor and over …
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Yup, this one's a banger. One of my favourite games of all time. Better than REmake, because it's got its own identity and everything's been thought of meticulously instead of aping other current games' mechanics and bloating the game. But let's dial it back before you stop reading this. Why is this "old" game so good? Resident Evil 4 is a classic for a good reason. This game not only kickstarted third person …
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this game is pretty awesome ngl. imo, better than the remake. IN. MY. OPINION, let us share opinions on the internet :/
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There's a reason why this game is known as a classic, and I may have understood why it's called that. The story is still fun. The gameplay, while a little outdated, still feels great. Honestly? I prefer this version over the remake
Summarised from 26 of the 261 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
Players who liked Resident Evil 4 (2005) talk about masterful pacing and gameplay that still feels great; those who didn't talk about some players find the controls outdated and frustrating. Which matters more to you?
Critics, per Wikipedia
The GameCube and PlayStation 2 versions of Resident Evil 4 have a score of 96/100 on Metacritic, indicating "universal acclaim". These versions have the top ranking on Metacritic's list of the Best Video Games for 2005. In addition to the gameplay, the characters and story received positive commentary, leading to the finished product being deemed as one of the best video games ever made. GameSpot's Greg Kasavin praised the voice acting, but claimed that it was betrayed by "some uncharacteristically goofy dialogue". Yahoo! Games' Adam Pavlacka and GameSpot's Kevin VanOrd acclaimed Capcom for adding great amounts of detail to the characters. IGN's Matt Casamassina went into further detail in…
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 522 · most liked firstUnpopular opinion: Even after the Remake, the 2005 OG still holds the crown. It’s not just "nostalgia," it’s a literal masterclass in pacing. Modern tech is cool and all, but RE4 (2005) has a specific "soul" and atmosphere that the remake just couldn't replicate. The combat loop with the laser sight is still peak, and if you think the controls are "dated," that’s a certified skill issue. Mikami basically wrote the DNA for every over-the-shoulder action game we play today, and it’s embarrassing…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Playing this game in the current landscape of video games is like waking up dehydrated and drinking ice-cold water at 3 am.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →On February 3rd 2026 Capcom released an update to RE4 Remake that removed Denuvo, a DRM which requires a costant internet connection, and replaced it with the Enigma Protector. This DRM is supposed to prevent "cheating" (any kind of modding of the game) and it's russian developed. Tested by the Youtube channel Digital Foundry in the video "Resident Evil 4 PC: Is New DRM Impacting Game Performance?" has been found that the Enigma Protector DRM causes an average of -10% in framerate drops, with…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What's the greatest videogame of all time?. Rules: just pick 1 and explain why. I've been playing since the NES and despite being from a low income family I had the luck of being able to play and own many consoles over the 3 decades of my life, plus some pc. If you ask me right now? Resident Evil 4 (2005). A before and after in gaming, to this day still extremely fun to play even for casuals but 20 years ago it was THE masterpiece. And everyone took notice of it, everyone played it, even…
positive · AI labelView post →after a decade or so of being recommended I finally tried re4. Absolutely goated, can't wait to try re4-re mastered after re9
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Lightning in a bottle Two of the most important elements of a good game are Engaging Core Gameplay Mechanics and its Replayability Value , RE4 exceeded these conditions in leagues above any other games. During the period when the Resident Evil series was going through an identity crisis, longtime collaborator Hideki Kamiya was assigned to give resident evil a fresh new start but his vision strayed far away from the classic Resident Evil formula, ultimately Shinji Mikami (Creator of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Do yourself a favour and install both re4_tweaks and HD Project before playing it. Childhood favourite and will always remain a top fave of mine. Could never get tired of this game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →[Humble Bundle] Resident Evil: Decades of Horror Bundle. **$3 Tier:** * Resident Evil Revelations * Resident Evil (Remake) * Resident Evil Revelations 2 Episode 1 **$10 Tier:** All of the above and... * Resident Evil: Revelations 2 Deluxe Edition * Resident Evil 0 * Resident Evil 4 (2005) * Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition * Resident Evil 6 **$20 Tier:** All of the above and... * Resident Evil 2 (Remake) * Resident Evil 3 (Remake) * Resident Evil 7: Biohazard **$35 Tier:** All of the above…
neutral · AI labelView post →This game should belong in a museum. This is the pinnacle example of the evolution in gaming, which plays great even by today’s standards, with a couple of nitpicks. The original RE4 had as many as 4 concepts. Every concept had its own build, every single one of which was eventually scrapped except the last one. The dev team actually was doubting the success of RE4, but Shinji Mikami involved, wrote the final story in 3 weeks, and RE4 took only a year to develop in the end. And despite the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There's a reason this game has influenced Dead Space and many other third person over the shoulder games that came after. DO NOT ever skip this just because of the remake, some things the Remake did better, some of it this version does. (For both story, characterization and enemy encounters) Unlike the RE1 Remake where most would consider the remake to be the definitive version, I still recommend playing this first before the remake just to see what are the differences between the two.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →After finishing both Resident Evil 4 Remake and Resident Evil 4 (2005), I can honestly say that this is one of the rare cases where both versions deserve to be experienced. I started with the remake, which quickly became one of my favorite games of the year. The combat feels incredible thanks to the parry system, movement is much smoother, the horror atmosphere is stronger, and the game does an amazing job modernizing almost every aspect of the original experience. Compared to Resident Evil…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this game is pretty awesome ngl. imo, better than the remake. IN. MY. OPINION, let us share opinions on the internet :/
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have no nostalgia for this game. It still holds up in 2026 as one of the best action-horror games ever made. Actual masterpiece in gameplay and pacing, no chapter or moment feels like it goes on too long. Played this now after playing remake 1.5 years ago and I wholeheartedly believe this game is an overall much better experience. While the remake is a lot more serious, the original has much more humor and over the top set pieces, that I wish were included in the remake.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →My favorite game of all time. Would highly recommend getting re4_tweaks, it adds a bunch of quality of life improvements like an FOV slider, reloading without aiming, improved camera controls, disabling QTEs if you want, smooth analog turning like RE5, and plenty more. I can never play RE4 without it now.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →# 🔥 Resident Evil 4 (2005) – A Timeless Masterpiece Some games are more than just games. They become part of your childhood, your memories, and who you are as a gamer. **Resident Evil 4 (2005)** is one of those games for me. I still remember the first time I stepped into that mysterious Spanish village. The atmosphere, the tension, the unforgettable Ganados, and that terrifying chainsaw sound… Everything about this game left a permanent mark on my childhood. Leon S. Kennedy became an iconic…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The best action horror game there was, the best there is and the best there ever will be.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →it was the first story game I ever played! I could play this game again and again And can we talk about Leon?? He’s hoooot no matter the graphics.. LEON will always be LOEN
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The best game humanity has ever produced, no contest. I can speedrun it half-asleep, no-damage bosses blindfolded, and tear through Pro without healing. Mercenaries 100 combo, ez. And I still come back 3–4 times a year like some kind of addict. This game owns my soul.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There's a reason why this game is known as a classic, and I may have understood why it's called that. The story is still fun. The gameplay, while a little outdated, still feels great. Honestly? I prefer this version over the remake
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A 20+ year old game has no business being as much fun as this one is. 10/10, will replay again 5 years later All achievements on my play through in Oct 2025.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →[Humble Bundle] Resident Evil: Decades of Horror Bundle. **$3 Tier:** * Resident Evil Revelations * Resident Evil (Remake) * Resident Evil Revelations 2 Episode 1 **$10 Tier:** All of the above and... * Resident Evil: Revelations 2 Deluxe Edition * Resident Evil 0 * Resident Evil 4 (2005) * Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition * Resident Evil 6 **$20 Tier:** All of the above and... * Resident Evil 2 (Remake) * Resident Evil 3 (Remake) * Resident Evil 7: Biohazard **$35 Tier:** All of the above…
neutral · AI labelView post →i got the alternate ending where everyone was actually playing Bingo and gave me Ashley immediately letting me complete the game in just 10 minutes
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Yup, this one's a banger. One of my favourite games of all time. Better than REmake, because it's got its own identity and everything's been thought of meticulously instead of aping other current games' mechanics and bloating the game. But let's dial it back before you stop reading this. Why is this "old" game so good? Resident Evil 4 is a classic for a good reason. This game not only kickstarted third person shooting (and inspired basically everyone of them that came after), but it's also got…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Finished this game on another platform, so much better than RE remakes despite its being 20 years old.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →regardless of what people say, this game has actually aged quite well. it only takes about 10minutes to get the hang of the controls and the cycle of combat
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →legendary game still really good in my opinion probably makes a good gift just saying Leon Scott Kennedy is a heck of a main character you get to play since the beginning, it's a rewarding experience, at the time of this review 97% of recent reviews are positive, the number has a personal meaning for me you don't need to know (in case you want to: it was my english score in pre-school, it was the lowest score of the class, everyone else scored 98 or higher which made me sad at the time I must…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →replayed the entire series to prepare for RE9, and the nostalgia from this game alone...peak. still holds up great to this day. the residents are still evil and fond of bingo, and midgets still rule castles with right hands that come off. remember to shoot the lake water for a lot of money.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Survival Reimagined – A Review of Resident Evil 4 Overall Rating: 11/10 Resident Evil 4 is not just one of the greatest entries in the series—it is one of the most influential and accomplished games ever made. It reshaped survival horror, redefined third-person action, and set a new standard for pacing, combat, and immersion. Set far from the familiar streets of Raccoon City, the game follows Leon S. Kennedy into a hostile rural nightmare where survival is earned through precision,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gamecube, PS2, iOS, Wii, Xbox 360, PS4 & Switch... I've owned and played through RE4 across all of those platforms, so it goes without saying that even with the remake being available in current day, the OG RE4 is still very well worth your time! Going through another playthrough right now and I just found out about a really good UHD visual overhaul, the Resident Evil 4 HD Project, thanks to the guys over at RE4HD.com - If you want to see RE4 looking about as sharp and visually beautiful as…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I say this wholeheartedly — I played the hell out of this game on the GameCube. I was fortunate enough to be gifted it at such a young age. Little did I know how peak it would be. The mix between action and survival horror blends so well. I’ve been a huge fan of the series ever since. Shinji Mikami absolutely killed it — and then doomed us all until RE7 came around. I’ve done more than 100 runs across all the re-releases. I’m a total sucker for this game. I’ll say this confidently: if you…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Original game is so great even today despite the fact that is so outdated by everything that is modern today ..this game still stands as a GOAT ! Graphics still looks good with that 2005 vibe and aura ...and even for the time the details are insane ...it almost feels like this game wasn't really created in that time. Gameplay is a little bit improved make it more easy as of an 3rd person but still use the same mechanics as previous titles....it also give you the opportunity to organize…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Im not ever sure what so say here... Just so you know that ive been missing out this classic for decades simply because i was annoyed with the infamous tank controls,where leon can walk and shoot at the same time. It all becomes way more manageable with just using a controler, because trying toplay this game with keyboard and mouse is a pain in the аss. Anyways, this is the quitessential Resident Evil game, the one that shaped the entire saga from this point on, and also huge influenced oher…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Dear diary!!! I can’t even describe all the awesomeness I experienced in this game. This is what you call the original Resident Evil 4. The developers clearly did an amazing job here. It has action, killing, monsters, horror, and cute girls. Everything you need in one game. Overall, I’m very glad I got to experience the original version, and it left me with very pleasant memories. Yes, there are some minor gameplay differences compared to the Resident Evil 4 remake, but these changes are…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this is the best video game ever made in both aspects measurable and immeasurable. re4 is objectively and subjectively superior to all other video games past, present, and future. the remake is also excellent. I've played it countless times and I can't wait until I play it again. I will play this game over and over for the rest of my life. you should play it too
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is as close to perfect as any video game can get in my opinion. RE4 features some of the best atmosphere, sound design and art direction of any video game ever, horror or otherwise. The gameplay may be a bit stiff by modern standards but I think it's aged like a fine wine. By the time Leon asks "Where's everyone going, bingo?" I've already become fully engrossed in the gameplay and no longer think about the fact that I'm not able to move and aim at the same time. For me, it doesn't matter…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →in another effort to review every video game that has helped distract me from the crushing weight of my own mortality and the unavoidable horrors of the human condition: i'd give this game a 7/10 with the footnote: remaster this, remaster that. why don't you remaster yourself some hoes
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The original Resident Evil 4 is and has always been one of the greatest entries in the series, contrary to what the LARPers and tourists who don't actually play the games will tell you ("I didn't get the Carlos DLC"). It goes without saying that it is possible to enjoy the 2023 Remake and the original simultaneously as both games are fun and do the story justice. Just had to add that bit in there because I have seen an uptick of people online who cry about the old games and "muh tank controls"…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →For anyone who wants this list without reading the article :) ::: spoiler List 50: Animal Crossing: New Horizons (2020)\ 49: Hades (2020)\ 48: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997)\ 47: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (1992)\ 46: League of Legends (2009)\ 45: Fortnite (2017)\ 44: Elden Ring (2022)\ 43: Celeste (2018)\ 42: Batman: Arkham City (2011)\ 41: Metroid Prime (2002)\ 40: Chrono Trigger (1995)\ 39: God of War (2018)\ 38: Shadow of the Colossus (2005)\ 37: Pokémon Gold and…
neutral · AI labelView post →The gameplay style, atmosphere, and replayability are incredible. Everything about this game is perfect. It’s surreal that a game this fun can exist. Optimization: you’ll need re4_tweaks to run the game without headaches (hd project already come with it).
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this game reminds me of nintendo gamecube and my gamecube "borrowed" from me then sold when i was a naive child by a much older relative I thought I could trust and ive lost other things in similar ways of betrayals of trust many times from others too! *teeth clattering steam popping out ears face turning red breaks the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ keyboard as im typing king crimson style just kidding clearly im typing anyway screaming so prolonged i start becoming super saiyan yes this part happened im a saiyan*…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is the Resident Evil that makes me want to come back and replay it again and again years and years after. Controls are starting to show its age but its just that satisfying to play. Most importantly, HAVE YOU SEEN LEON'S HAIRSTYLE?! 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I liked it. was my first time playing. got the HD Project mod. looked awesome and really helped with it being a bit dated. enjoyed the story a lot.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game literally revolutionized the gaming industry and it holds up extremely well for its time. I’m not a big fan of tank controls, but despite that, it still plays somewhat smoothly. I kinda like RE4 Remake a tiny bit more than this one, but regardless, both games are masterpieces. There isn’t much I need to say, tbh. RE4 is a CLASSIC and a MUST-PLAY for sure.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Amazing for it's time, but it's definitely showing it's age. Also, I am EXTREMELY dissapointed that the little guy's right hand DID NOT come off...
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The superior way to enjoy RE4 is surprisingly by playing the original version, not the remaster. Much more soul compared to the remaster.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I had already played the remake for Resident Evil 4 and assumed there really was no need to play the original. That's usually the point of a remake and I thought, "what's the point in putting myself through the dated and janky version of a game I've already played and enjoyed." I was wrong. Not only that, but I'm very glad I tried out and finished the original. I love both the remake and the original but for VERY different reasons. I appreciate the original for the effect it had in gaming more…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Coming back to the OG Resident Evil 4 after all these years is such a great experience. Playing it again definitely reminds me how much the gameplay has aged, especially compared to how smooth and modern the series feels today. Some mechanics can feel clunky and outdated, but honestly, that doesn’t take away from the experience for me. The atmosphere, characters, memorable moments, and overall charm still hold up incredibly well. It may show its age, but Resident Evil 4 is still a fantastic…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Day 11: Mass Effect 2. Played through it AT LEAST 8 times. Will add that Resident Evil 4 (2005) I’ve played equally as many times!
positive · AI labelView post →Resident Evil 4 (2005) / Resident Evil Requiem (2026) #ResidentEvil #REBHFun #LeonKennedy #ResidentEvil4 #ResidentEvilRequiem #Capcom
neutral · AI labelView post →Still my favorite game of all time. The PC port isn't the best version, but RE4 doesn't need much to hold up. Whoever was responsible for the decision-making in the remake has no idea what made the original game good: solid mechanics, just the right amount of creepy tension combined with horror camp, and legendary level design with encounters that have lived rent-free in my head for 20 years.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Grab this for next to nothing during a sale, slap on RE4 HD Project, tune it to your preference and off you go. Do not bother with the slog of a game design disaster that is the Remake unless you get it super cheap and plan on immediately modding as much of the filth out as you can.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Resident Evil 4. I've had this game in my library for quite some years already, even made a couple of attempts to play it in the past, but never got further than the first village section. And it's kinda crazy, as I've always been a fan of the RE franchise. Of course, that came from what I'd read on magazines about the games, watch on gaming-related TV shows, or what little I'd play at my cousin's house, as he owned a PS1 while I didn't. I also enjoyed the first two RE movies back as a kid.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There's a mysteriously writhing bag in found dumpster and it's the scariest thing ever.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →so peak This game has a unique style, unlike any other. I love it, especially the character building and the truly fantastic story Thanks to Capcom
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →10/10 best action game ever made if not for this we would never have any 3rd person shooters or action horror games,
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Get all the mainline Resident Evil games for just $35. https://web.archive.org/web/20230809210847/https://kotaku.com/resident-evil-re7-village-re4-sale-humble-steam-pc-1850722773 >Have you been wanting to play (or replay) all of the main entries that make up Capcom’s long-running horror series, Resident Evil? Well, buddy, I got a deal for you: A new bundle available until later this month combines 11 Resident Evil games, plus some DLC, into a $35 package. > >With the release of the very first…
neutral · AI labelView post →Side Quests is back and so is host @gooeyfame.bsky.social from @flashback64.com! They are a podcaster, YouTuber and U.S. government agent trying to rescue the President's daughter! The game they are talking about today is Resident Evil 4 (2005) by Capcom! funandgames.libsyn.com/side-quests-...
neutral · AI labelView post →Resident Evil 4 (2005) is one of the most influential and iconic action-horror games ever made. It completely changed the direction of the series and set a new standard for third-person shooters. The gameplay is incredibly engaging and tightly designed. The over-the-shoulder camera, precise aiming, and intense combat encounters make every fight feel exciting and skill-based. It’s constantly fun from start to finish. The level design is also excellent. Each area introduces new challenges,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Got it on sale for 5$ and installed the Resident Evil 4 HD project + RE4 tweaks for free. Then I was blown away by how great a modded GameCube game looks and plays on PC! (even with keyboard & mouse) The game has a nice soundtrack and I also enjoyed the story & dialogue even though it's a bit campy. I'd highly recommend this game and those 2 mods, it's a lot of fun and a great deal for 5$. Kudos to Capcom for promoting the HD project by pinning it in RE4's steam discussions instead of trying to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →my favorite game ever. way better than remake. installing re4 hd project is a must though.
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