A Long-Awaited Journey into Horror
I must admit, despite considering myself a dedicated fan of the Resident Evil franchise, there are still significant gaps in my gaming history. While I experienced a few titles during the Xbox 360 era, my true rekindling with the series began with Resident Evil Village in 2021. The blend of action and modern horror was exactly what I was looking for, yet it meant I had skipped the monumental 2019 remake of Resident Evil 2. Despite owning it on other platforms, I simply never found the right moment to start Leon Kennedy's journey.
The Power of Portability
Everything changed with the simultaneous arrival of the Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 remakes on the Switch 2. Capcom’s decision to drop all three titles at once provided the perfect incentive. For me, the deciding factor was portability; finally having these games in a handheld format gave me the push I needed to start from the beginning.
Exploring Leon and Claire’s harrowing experience in Raccoon City has been a fantastic journey. The tension, highlighted by the constant threat of Mr. X, remains just as electrifying on the Switch 2 as it is on any other platform.
Technical Performance and Impressions
Capcom has delivered a highly competent port. While the RE Engine titles are understandably less sharp on the handheld display compared to more powerful hardware, the compromise is well worth it for the sake of mobile gaming. Performance-wise, the games target a 60fps frame rate. While there are occasional dips into the mid-50s during particularly intense sequences, the overall experience remains remarkably stable given the visual ambition of these titles.
«It’s worth pointing out that the games all aim for 60fps, which is really quite remarkable when you consider some of the ambitious scenes they display.»
A Complete Library
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of this release is that players can now enjoy the entire narrative arc from Resident Evil 2 through Resident Evil 8 on a single device. Achieving this level of support for a console that has only been on the market for a little over a year is a testament to Capcom's commitment to the platform. If you have been waiting for the right moment to experience these remakes, the Switch 2 version is an excellent way to turn your handheld into a portable scare-factory.