Preview: How the 'Resident Evil 4' remake improves on the original

Although Ampo said it stays true to the original, the developers wanted to focus on improving two elements: the story factor and depth of the action. — Capcom

Capcom has performed a delicate balancing act with the Resident Evil remakes. The developers have been able to satisfy fans of the original games while also drawing in a new generation of players into the franchise with the modern updates.

That approach will be put to the test when the Resident Evil 4 remake launches later this month. It’s the title that changed the trajectory of the franchise and is one of the best examples of a wholesale revamp to the series. It’s beloved in a way that few entries are and has seen numerous iterations on the Wii and the Meta Quest 2.