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You'll Only Wish That You Were Fighting Zombies

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 108 / 129
Date: June 19, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is fun, scary, exhilarating....It's awesome. But be advised that the following review pertains to play with a Classic Controller (available pretty cheap here at Amazon Wii Classic Controller ), not the Wii Remote, and players can switch between the Wii Remote and the Classic Controller at any time.

So...I popped open a cold one, sat down with my new RE4 game and proceeded to have a heart attack from the terror the game caused. No, not really. I'm old, but hopefully not that old.

The game starts you (Leon) out in the woods in front of an old house on the outskirts of a Spanish speaking European village. You're a third person controlling Leon. The graphics look stellar and the sound is as realistic as it gets.

As you walk through the spooky woods towards the house your footsteps in the leaves are clear. Upon entering the house you are immediately attacked by a crazed local that doesn't seem to be a zombie. Based on the movies (and previous games from what I hear) you expect zombies. As you exit the house you are attacked by more locals (that will viciously kill you unless either you do them in first or safely make your way past). Zombies would have been a welcome adversary versus this unexpected enemy.

But don't worry; if you're looking for more than just crazed locals, you get them. Be careful what you wish for, because unless you know what you're doing, these boss/mercenary/creature battles are difficult (if your playing in the normal game mode which I'd recommend as opposed to the amateur and easy mode).

A map is provided for you to follow to your chapter destinations. There are typewriters scattered sparsely through the game where you can save progress (do NOT miss the opportunity to save when presented with one).

As you make your way to the target destinations, you are introduced to a variety of enemies that will try to stop you at every turn. As you are successful in doing so you are rewarded with the opportunity to explore areas that have a barrage of items that will be (very) useful for you to take. A word to the wise, however, clear any area of enemies (if possible) before going exploring!

The main objective is to rescue the daughter of the President of the United States. You are provided with only a few weapons at first to defeat the enemies in your way, and you really don't need a lot. A few are found free throughout the game, but most are available from The Merchant (that you will encounter somewhere towards the end of just about every chapter) using money and items you find along the way that you can trade. You can also trade your weaker weapons with The Merchant for more powerful ones.

I completed the game without purchasing most of the weapons; however, "Tuning Up" the weapons I already owned with The Merchant was crucial. By default at the start of the game you get the handgun, a knife and some grenades. I traded out a handgun twice and shotgun once for better versions. For what it's worth, in addition to regularly tuning up my already-owned weapons, the only weapons that I purchased/obtained/traded that ultimately were critical to survival were--in order--the shotgun, the Punisher, the Red 9 (with stock), the semi-auto rifle (with scope from Merchant and be sure to find the free Infrared Scope), the Striker, Broken Butterfly and the Rocket Launcher (in hindsight I'd suggest not wasting money on the ONE SHOT Rocket launcher; it gets you past most adversaries quite easily, but it depletes your cash for more important items with more longevity).

If I had to find a negative in RE4, it would be a stretch, but...the game doesn't start you out with a big enough attaché case to fit all of the weapons and health that you'll acquire along the way; you'll have to spend precious Pesetas with The Merchant on bigger cases a couple of times.

Bottom line: RE4 is the best game that I've ever played, but I'm a relatively new gamer so take that with a grain of salt. Finishing this game was a bittersweet moment, because it was so dog-gone fun.

Combine some green herb with some yellow and red herb for better health, then sell a Gem-Laced Beerstein to The Merchant so that you have enough Pesetas to add Resident Evil 4 to your Amazon cart.

The Wii game features all the extras of the PS2 version (two bonus games and other fun extras). The Wii version of RE4 also includes a trailer for Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles , scheduled for release only on Wii in late 2007. X Boxers and PS3ites will get Resident Evil 5 in 2008 (according to GamePro magazine Gamepro - Ca ).

Reinventing Evil

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 73 / 78
Date: June 19, 2007
Author: Amazon User

In January of 2005, Resident Evil 4 hit the scene. Since it's release it has already gone on to be labeled as one of the greatest games of all time. It redefined not only Resident Evil, but the action genre as a whole. The game was originally meant to be a Gamecube exclusive, but found its way to the PS2 later in October 2005. It then had another release on the PC. Now it comes to the Wii. If you've got a Wii and you for some reason haven't played Resident Evil 4, then this is probably the best version yet.

In case you don't know the story, Resident Evil 4 follows Leon S. Kennedy, a former RPD police officer trying to forget the horrors of Raccoon City. He now works as an agent for the President. The President's daughter has been kidnapped, and it's up to Leon to rescue her. Yet when he arrives to the location there's something weird about the locals. Leon will quickly discover that there are indeed things much worse than being mauled by zombies.

Most gamers are aware of Resident Evil 4's greatness, but it never hurts to go through it again. Resident Evil 4 sports some of the best gameplay in the entire series. Instead of a fixed camera, it follows Leon around and you see things from over his shoulder. This means Resident Evil 4 was the first Resident Evil to go fully 3D and it works out just fine. The environments are fantastic looking, with even the tiniest things given details. Even two years later, the game still looks absolutely fantastic. There are even some XBOX360 games that don't give this kind of attention to detail. There are no frame rate issues and no horrific load times. Best of all, the game remains a good challenge.

When it comes to the Gameplay of Resident Evil 4, however, the Wii is a completely different experience. At first it was hard not to be a little nervous about the controls. Just about every game ported to the Wii has had control issues. Surprisingly, Resident Evil 4 does not. The Wii controls are excellent. Nearly flawless. You'll use the nunchuck to run around, and the Wii remote serves as your gun. In the interactive cutscenes, you'll use the wii remote and nunchuck to do things like dodge when the game says dodge. Or when the game tells you you'll need to cut the rope after the first boss for instance, you'll use the wii remote to cut the rope. At first you might think these Wii Controls are all tacked on, but in the end it makes Resident Evil 4 a completely different experience altogether, and once you get adjusted to them, you'll wonder how you ever did without them. Even if you've played through the Gamecube or Playstation 2 versions, you might want to give the Wii version a shot just because of the controls alone.

If I had any real criticism regarding the control scheme, it would be that Leon doesn't turn automatically when you aim the remote to the far left or far right of the screen (like how the main character turns in Red Steel). Instead you have to turn him using the nunchuck. There will be plenty of moments where you'll take damage unfairly. Even worse, you may get confused if games like Red Steel have you used to that sort of thing. This can also make some boss battles harder than they have to be. Clearly Capcom was aware that the controls would take a moment to get used to as bosses are not nearly as tough as they were in the other versions of the game. Anyone who mastered the Gamecube or PS2 version will find the Wii version to be fairly easy. In fact, it even feels as though the difficulty has been taken down a notch.

If the Wii Remote controls aren't working for you or you want to play the traditional way, the game supports the Classic Controller, and that's just cool if you want other options.

The Wii version has no additional extras, however. This may disappoint a few gamers. It includes all the extras of the PS2 version at least, but it's a little disappointing that aside from the Wii Controls, Capcom didn't put in any other extras exclusive to the Wii version at all.

The game sounds about the same as it did on the Gamecube. In terms of the technological aspects of the game, it's a direct port here. All the voice acting and dialog is the same, and it still sounds good.

The only really major problem with Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition is simple: It's another port. The controls here work well, though, but it's the fact that this is the fourth time the game has been released. In all honesty how any people haven't played the game yet that want to? Even with the fantastic Wii controls and affordable price it's going to be hard to tell those who own the Gamecube or PS2 versions to get this one. Even if the Wii Controls make the game a completely different experience, it's still the same game that was released in 2005.

Pros:

+Fantastic Gameplay
+Pretty good storyline overall
+Good voice acting' music and sound effects
+The game still looks incredible
+All the Playstation 2 extras are here
+A flawless port, no framerate issues or load time issues whatsoever
+The Wii Controls are almost flawless
+The classic controller is available for those who don't want to use the Wii Remote and Nunchuck

Cons:
-No Wii Exclusive extras
-The game is slightly easier
-It's the fourth version of Resident Evil 4. If you've already got the PS2 or Gamecube version of the game you'll have to ask yourself if the Wii controls really justify another buy. It's a completely different experience, but what it really boils down to is that it is STILL the same game you got back in 2005.

Everything old is new again

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 25 / 31
Date: June 20, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Resident Evil 4 was a departure for Capcom's influential survival horror series in terms of gameplay and style, and it worked for the better to say the least. Originally released on the Gamecube, and later the PS2, Resident Evil 4 was undoubtedly the best game in the franchise, and one of the best games ever made for either system as well. Now Capcom has ported the game to the Wii, and be glad they did. Everything that made Resident Evil 4 so good the first time around is here in spades, along with the additional features from the PS2 version (including Assignment Ada) and a new control scheme taking advantage of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk. Playing as Leon, the survivor of Resident Evil 2, you are on a hunt for the President's missing daughter in a Spanish village. Things aren't as they seem however as the blood thirsty townspeople begin to attack, with even bigger (and boy do I mean bigger) developments to come as well. If by some odd reason you have never played Resident Evil 4 before, you have been missing out to say the least. The overall ultra creepy atmosphere is retained, and the game still looks, sounds, and plays as superb as it has before. The control scheme really makes taking down enemies easier than before, as the laser sight from your weapon is done away with and replaced with a sight using the Wii Remote to pump bullets into your enemies. The Nunchuk is used to move Leon around, and it works flawlessly. The only real downpoint of the Wii Edition of Resident Evil 4 is that there is no brand new content made specifically for the new release. However, this is only a minor complaint at best considering the relatively cheap price tag to go along with one of the best games to be conceived in the past few years. All in all, whether or not you have played Resident Evil 4 before at any great length, it is definitely worth playing once again for the Wii. And if you have never played Resident Evil 4 before, consider this the definitive version of a classic masterpiece of modern gaming.

Best version of RE4 yet.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 12 / 12
Date: June 25, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Resident Evil 4 is generally hailed as one of the best action games ever made--for a reason. Once you pick it up and start playing, you won't want to stop. And its release on the Wii is undoubtedly the best version yet.

For those of you who have never played it before, the game centers around Leon Kennedy, on a mission to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. But with inhuman creature after creature flung at him, it quickly becomes obvious that these aren't any ordinary kidnappers he's dealing with. It's more or less a side story to the main Resident Evil plotline, so even if you've never played an RE game before in your life, don't worry--you won't get confused.

The game is amazingly fun to play. It does have a couple of "make you jump" moments, but for the most part, it's not really a scary game. It is very gory, however--Leon can die in any number of memorable and horrendous ways, such as having his head cut off by a chainsaw-wielding maniac. It can also be extremely difficult at times. The game throws near endless enemies at you from the beginning, forcing you to adapt to the controls quickly merely to survive. And believe me, you will die. You will die many times. What little scariness the game does have tends to come from being surrounded and fearing for your survival--although, on Normal difficulty it's not as bad as some other notoriously difficult games (coughDMC3cough).

Now, as for the Wii version. If you've played the game before, this is where you'll want to start paying attention.

The Wii controls work amazingly well, and are very intuitive after a few minutes of playing. To shoot, you simply hold B, aim with the Wiimote, and press A to fire. It works incredibly well and allows for previously unknown speed and precision--having played the Wii version, I doubt I could go back to aiming on a traditional controller. Simply wave the Wiimote, and it automatically attacks the nearest target with your knife. (I was skeptical of the auto-target before playing, but it really does work very well.)

Of course, the drawback to the controls themselves being easier to use is that the game itself is also a bit easier as a result, particularly if you've played it before. It's also a bit annoying that when using your rifle--the time at which you really NEED precise aiming--the game makes you aim using the joystick. But, these are merely minor nitpicks in what is otherwise an amazing game.

The Wii version has both the extra content that was included in the PS2 version, and the superior graphics and sound of the Gamecube version. So, if you've never played the game before, this is definitely the version to get. And even if you have played it before, at only $30, it might just be worth picking up again.

The evolution of Evil continues on Wii

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 14
Date: June 19, 2007
Author: Amazon User

It has been well over two years since Resident Evil 4 first debuted. It was definitely a milestone for Capcom's now infamous Resident Evil series, breaking away from the franchise's traditional outlook and implementing a more free action-oriented approach along with fresh gameplay additions such as quick action response time as well as buying and selling items. Despite the obvious drastic changes made to the game, it is very much Resident Evil at heart. The puzzle-solving, the herbs, and the typewriters are all still here. And now RE4 graces the Nintendo Wii, creating a new way to re-imagine this modern classic. You play as Leon S. Kennedy who is assigned to rescue the U.S. president's kidnapped daughter in Europe. The Umbrella Corporation is gone, but a brand new evil is about to emerge.

A lot of gamers became a bit worried when they realized this would have to utilize the Wiimote, which did not fare too well with other ports such as the disappointing Prince of Persia: Rival Swords. I'll tell you right now, the controls themselves are surprisingly quite intuitive. They are among the best when it comes to responsiveness, in contrast to the sensitivity issues that have plagued other Wii titles. The guys over at Capcom seem to have understood the Wiimote's capabilities well. The graphics, while they haven't gone through any significant change, are still impressive by today's standards. Everything from the detailed towns and caves to the monsters and elemental special effects are a stellar sight to behold. The framerate hardly ever falters either. The music, sound effects, and voice acting are top notch as well. Fans will be happy to know that all the special features from the PS2 version have also made a return here.

Seasoned and experienced RE4 veterans may find the new Wiimote play mechanics more of a handicap than anything else, thus making the game a little easier than before. And be warned though. Some gamers, especially first-timers, may grow weary and exhausted too soon due to the amount of action and thrills the game exerts on the player. Now that RE4: Wii Edition requires a little more physical activity, it may turn away those who didn't expect this much tension for a game. A lot of today's games are more action intensive, so hopefully this will just be a minor problem for the most part. Also, some action game purists may be a little disappointed by the fact that you cannot run or strafe while killing enemies, something that has always been a Resident Evil trademark. If you are concerned about violence and gore, then I would suggest you stay away from this product.

Such issues aside, for anyone who has never had the opportunity to play the game when it first came out (which I don't consider a requirement in order to play this one), this new edition may prove to be a very fun yet unique roller coaster of a ride. For those who have already played RE4 (on either the GameCube, PlayStation 2, or PC platform), it will serve to be an alternate but far more interactive experience to revisit an already great title. It really is the most well-made game done with a Wii makeover since The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, and one of the better titles on the system overall. It's almost as if this game was always meant to be eventually ported over to the console. As an excellent showcase for the Nintendo Wii, it is a good way to tide things over until newer more anticipated games for the system are released later on. The $29.99 price tag also makes this one well worth it.

Sometimes it's good to know what you're getting...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 6
Date: June 22, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Same fantastic RE4, intriguing control scheme. As someone who owned and beat RE4 on my 'Cube, I feel I can give an informed assessment of the new Wii incarnation after only 3 hours of play.

Let's face it...this game was breathtaking at the time. It's still pretty darn good! I'd rank it in the top 5 games on the market, regardless of platform.

This control scheme is fantastic, but at the same time gives me mixed feelings. The improved reaction time you have with the Wii-mote (as opposed to the analog joystick) makes the game MUCH easier than it was on the other systems. While this removes some of the sense of accomplishment, it also tells me that the Wii is capable of some crazy, intense action in the near future! (and the kind of action that will be tough to match with conventional controls)

Pros:
*It's RE4...'nuff said
*Incredibly intuitive control scheme...I could swear this game was originally developed specifically for the Wii (even though it wasn't)
*Saw it in the store running in 480 Progressive scan...definitely a "plus" if you can utilize this.

Cons:
*Still doesn't push the Wii's graphical capabilities (I realize it's less than the other systems, but that still doesn't mean it's bad)
*"Motion-sensitive" scenes (i.e. running from the boulder) could have been better if they used more than one unit's motion-sensitivity (could you imagine using both hands to simulate running during the same scene?)
*Same frustrating lack of firepower at the beginning of the game. How many times can you shoot someone in the head before they stop coming at you? Luckily, you can remedy this rather quickly.

Look at the pros, then look at the cons...You're getting a great game that was improved from it's original breathtaking format (RE4 is the first game since I was a kid where I had to take a break to settle down and get my pulse/perspiration back to normal) and best of all, you're getting it for a discounted price.

While this won't make fans out of the people that didn't like the original RE4, it's definitely an improvement to an already-great game. If you've never played RE4, you're in for a treat. If you like the version you have, you'll like this one even more.

I recommend it.

It's gotta be the second best Wii game out there!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 7
Date: June 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I had never played a Resident Evil game before, but when I read that Resident Evil 4 was coming out on the Wii, I decided to read up on it. Everything I read about the Gamecube version was excellent. I also read that the Wii just made it better. So, when I got it, I immediately started playing. I played for 2 hours, before I got tired and quit for the night. The next day, I played almost 9 hours. It's very addicting. And finally, on the third day, I played for maybe 7 hours and finished it. After you've beat it, you unlock a harder difficulty level and are able to replay the game with all the weapons and items you had when you finished it. It's a really nice touch. Plus, there's new weapons you can buy from the merchant... like... an INFINITE ROCKET LAUNCHER! It's really cool. The graphics are really nice. Of course, it's a last-gen game, but the graphics are still good. Aiming is great with the Wii remote. Sometimes, when there's a bunch of guys, it gets hard. It's got a good game length, too. It took me about 16 hours. I've been quite disappointed in the other shooters for the Wii, but this one makes up for it. So, if you want a great game for the Wii (heck, it's only $30; might as well buy it), then get RE4.

Is anyone else having this problem?

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: June 26, 2007
Author: Amazon User

It may sound like I've been hiding in a cave, but this is actually my first time playing Resident Evil. I bought it for my boyfriend's birthday but I've been playing it more than him! I typically don't like shooter games, but this is so much fun! The wii controls are actually very easy to pick up. If this is your first time playing RE4 or your fifth I think everyone will enjoy this remake on the wii.

Resident Wiivil 4

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: June 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

When I first bought Resident Evil 4 for the Game Cube it blew me away, with it's graphics and game play. When I heard that it was headed for the Wii, I decided to buy the Wii Edition, and I have yet to regret it. The new controls are great, they make the game a little easier, but they also make it twice as fun. If you own a Wii and liked RE4 on GC, PC, or PS2, get the wii version.

The only problems are:
It's easier
Nothing new.

Aside from that this is like RE4 for the First Time...Again
5/5

It was my favorite game before, and the spot is now even more secured.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 4
Date: June 24, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I do a lot of gaming. I played both the PS2 and the GC versions because of how much I loved it. Sadly, the PS2 was lacking the audio and video quality of the GC, where the GC was missing some of the bonuses of the PS2.

From the moment I picked up this version, i've loved it. The controls take some getting used to, but are very well done. When you get groups, it can be a little difficult. And one think i'm not entirely sure I like is the target they added for the aiming, instead of the small red dot from previous version. I felt this made it a little easier, but I also hadn't played the 'normal' mode in quite some time, so it may just be me.

The quality is excellent, and I feel it is worth the buy if you are a fan and have either of the two versions. It is like a graphics update for the PS2 version, and content update for the GC version. Not to mention the controls, which can be quite fun. For those who don't like using the new controls, I believe the classic control can be used.

Overall, I would recommend this to any RE fan with a Wii.

Pros:
+Graphics and Audio aren't updated from GC, but they are still amazing.
+It has good play length and plenty of bonuses to keep you going.
+The controls are so well done it is like the game was originally made for the Wii, even though it wasn't.
+The storyline is still very good.
+Never have issues on waiting for it to load.
+For those who don't want to use the Wii Remote and Nunchuck, there is the classic controller.

Cons:
-To some it seems easier, but I think that may be simply because of playing experience. I haven't yet played through professional yet, so I don't know. Normal mode for me does seem easier, but i've also mastered the storyline and know where every enemy is, so I think experience makes it easier. It may also be the new controls making it easier with improved reaction times.
-No Wii exclusive extras, but that isn't really something to worry about.

Really, those are the only cons I see, and as I said, the ease may be just experience coupled with the ease of use of the new controls. For someone new, who knows.

This is a game for old fans of RE4 and new fans alike. This is an amazing game that is at least among the top 5 best games around, and is my number 1 recommendation to anyone looking for a good game.

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