Resident Evil 1.5
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Resident Evil’s Big Nintendo Swing and a Miss - IGN
This article explores the history of Resident Evil on Nintendo handheld consoles, detailing both successful and failed attempts. It covers the ambitious but ultimately cancelled Game Boy Color port, the forgotten Resident Evil Gaiden, and the successful Resident Evil: Deadly Silence on the Nintendo DS, contrasting them with modern handheld experiences on platforms like the Steam Deck.
The Resident Evil Game That Died so That RE2 Could Live - IGN
This article details the development history of Resident Evil 2, focusing on the canceled 'Resident Evil 1.5' build. Directed by Hideki Kamiya, this early version was scrapped by producer Shinji Mikami due to being boring and uninspired, leading to a complete overhaul by Noboru Sugimura. The 'Resident Evil 1.5' build later resurfaced and became playable, representing a rare instance of lost media being experienced by fans.
