Resident Evil
5 Iconic Horror Game Franchises That Still Give Us Nightmares
Capcom’s ubiquitous horror franchise is not only the biggest-selling entry on this list, but it’s also likely the most popular thanks to its multi-media proliferation. I mean, not many games can boast a live-action film series, a bunch of animated movies, comic books, and a TV show. Then again, this Japanese horror brand isn’t just any normal video game franchise.
Of course, popular doesn’t always equal best, but Resident Evil’s blend of intense action and chilling survival horror is one of those rare IPs that can proudly stand tall to don both aforementioned blood-drenched crowns.
Series stalwarts may balk at the idea of Resident Evil 4 being the best entry in the entire franchise – it undeniably transformed the core survival horror DNA to a more action-oriented experience, for better or for worse – but most fans, including yours truly, believe that the fourth iteration was indeed the most profoundly impactful.
Elsewhere, 2002’s GameCube remake of the first Resident Evil is absolutely stellar, especially for those looking for a more traditional count-every-bullet survival horror experience. Meanwhile, 2019’s Resident Evil 2 remake is another unforgettable experience; a wonderful reinvigoration of the Japanese publisher’s terrifying formula that retools its grisly blueprint for modern audiences.
The good news is that the Resident Evil franchise continues to go from strength to strength, and undoubtedly has a bright future ahead of itself following the critical and commercial success of this year’s Resident Evil Village.
