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Play Overview
Resident Evil 4 (2005) is a survival shooting game where you play U.S. government special agent Leon S. Kennedy, on a mission to rescue the President's daughter from a cult. You play by exploring the different areas, searching for equipment and fending off zombies with guns and other weapons.
In rural Spain you fight hordes of villagers infected by a mind-controlling parasite. In a groundbreaking departure from previous games in the series, your view of the world moves with you as more mobile enemies steadily surround you. Play involves dealing with the zombie threat while also managing resources.
The result is a game that has become renowned for for its story, gameplay and strong voice acting. It has won many awards and influenced the form of survival horror games, popularizing the over-the-shoulder view of the world.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Resident Evil 4 18 months ago. It was re-examined by Ben Kendall and updated 8 months ago.
In rural Spain you fight hordes of villagers infected by a mind-controlling parasite. In a groundbreaking departure from previous games in the series, your view of the world moves with you as more mobile enemies steadily surround you. Play involves dealing with the zombie threat while also managing resources.
The result is a game that has become renowned for for its story, gameplay and strong voice acting. It has won many awards and influenced the form of survival horror games, popularizing the over-the-shoulder view of the world.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Resident Evil 4 18 months ago. It was re-examined by Ben Kendall and updated 8 months ago.
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Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
This game has helped players develop their Skill as part of the following pathways:
Age Ratings
Content Rating
Gameplay contains strong, graphic violence throughout, featuring decapitations, dismemberment and mutilation. There are also scenes in which defenceless human characters are killed in gruesome ways, including being tied to a stake and immolated. The game also includes the use of strong language ('*!@?*').
Skill Level
14+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it's important for parents and guardians to consider the maturity required to process the game content.
Our Game Pathways reveal how 15-year-olds play this game:
- 15-year-old: Becoming a Gamer
Costs
Resident Evil 4 usually costs £14.99 to £32.98.
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Resident Evil 4
resident evil 4 (2005)
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 11/01/2005, updated in 2023
Price: 75% off
Out Now: Android, GameCube, PC, PS2, PS3, PS4, PS5, Switch, Wii, Xbox One, Xbox X|S and iOS
Skill Rating: 14+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Adventure, Shooting (Action, Fighting, Role-Play and Traversal)
Accessibility: 28 features
Components: 3D First-Person
Developer: Capcom USA (@CapcomUSA_)
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