Resident Evil: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts
Resident Evil (1996): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

Resident Evil (1996) is a shooter, puzzle, adventure video game developed by Capcom Planning Room 2, available on PS1. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 78/100 on IGDB.
What is Resident Evil about?
Resident Evil is a survival horror classic in which a group of special forces agents, known as S.T.A.R.S, struggle against hordes of zombies and various other mutants in a mysterious mansion as they try to uncover the truth behind the terrifying infection. The gameplay environment consists of polygonal 3D characters placed over pre-rendered 2D backgrounds. As such, the game relies on pre-determined camera angles for a view of the action instead of a real-time camera like most games. The game is credited for coining the phrase "survival horror" and popularizing the genre.
Key details
Resident Evil was released in 1996 and supports single player. Platforms: PS1. Developer: Capcom Planning Room 2.
Should you play Resident Evil?
A solid 78/100 aggregate score makes Resident Evil a safe pick for fans of shooter, puzzle, adventure.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of game is Resident Evil?
Resident Evil is a shooter, puzzle, adventure game by Capcom Planning Room 2, released in 1996.
What platforms is Resident Evil on?
Resident Evil is available on PS1.
Is Resident Evil good?
Resident Evil has an aggregate score of 78/100 from critics and players on IGDB.



