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Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake (PS5) Review: Horror Classic Reburn
The remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly offers a visually stunning and atmospheric experience, preserving the original's horror while modernizing gameplay with features from newer titles. Despite a disappointing 30 fps cap even on PlayStation 5 Pro, the game excels with its expanded lore, new content, and faithful yet enhanced presentation, making it a must-play for horror fans.
Resident Evil Requiem’s New Stalker Makes Mr. X Look Tame, But Can She Beat Nemesis?
This analysis compares the new 'Girl Stalker' enemy in Resident Evil Requiem to iconic predecessors Mr. X from Resident Evil 2 Remake and Nemesis. The article argues that while Mr. X provides predictable pressure and Nemesis offers relentless aggression, the Girl Stalker's unpredictable tactics, use of the environment, and psychological manipulation make her the most terrifying and effective stalker enemy in the franchise's history.
Resident Evil Requiem Is Hooking Millions of Players – Here’s Why
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved significant success, with over five million copies sold in its first week and a peak Steam concurrent player count of 344,214, surpassing previous series entries. The game's appeal is attributed to its semi-open-world Raccoon City exploration, dual-character gameplay with Leon and Grace, engaging survival horror mechanics, and sublime gameplay that encourages replayability through unlockable content and difficulty options.
Resident Evil Requiem Gets A Small Switch 2 Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Capcom has released a small update, version 1.1.1, for Resident Evil Requiem on the Nintendo Switch. This patch addresses issues that could block player progression and includes general improvements to overall playability. The game was previously praised for combining classic survival horror elements with action-focused gameplay.
A Silent Hill Super Fan Plays Resident Evil For the First Time
A self-proclaimed Silent Hill superfan shares their journey into the Resident Evil franchise for the first time, overcoming initial apprehension with survival horror mechanics. After a failed attempt with the Resident Evil 2 remake, they successfully completed it and are now committed to playing through key titles featuring main characters before tackling Resident Evil 9.
Inside Unsealed: The Mare – How One Developer Turned Nightmares Into Psychological Horror
Simon, the solo developer at Gamhalla, discusses the inspirations and design of his upcoming psychological horror game, Unsealed: The Mare. Drawing from personal experiences with sleep paralysis and nightmares, the game focuses on atmosphere, player awareness, and audio cues for survival. Unsealed: The Mare is set to launch on March 10th for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Resident Evil Requiem is Still Almost Entirely Sold Out Online, With Physical Copies Only Available at Select Retailers - IGN
Physical copies of Resident Evil Requiem are nearly sold out online across all platforms in the US, with limited stock remaining at select retailers like Amazon for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. Digital preorders are widely available, and the PC version has discounts on third-party sites. The game, developed by Capcom, released on February 27 for PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu launches July 15
The cooperative survival psychological horror game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is set to launch on July 15 for PlayStation 5. The game focuses on cooperative survival and psychological horror elements.
Leon’s Voice Actor Says RE Code Veronica Remake Would Make Fans ‘Go Ballistic’
Leon Kennedy's voice actor, Nick Apostolides, believes a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica would be a massive success and highly anticipated by fans. He suggests that using the modern RE Engine and storytelling techniques could create an exceptional game, building on Capcom's recent remake successes like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4.
Potential Remakes of Resident Evil 1 and Code: Veronica Under Consideration - GameHaunt
Capcom is reportedly considering remakes for Resident Evil 1 and Resident Evil Code: Veronica, with the latter targeting a 2027 release and the former a 2029 release, according to insider Dusk Golem. Resident Evil Zero is also rumored for a 2028 remake. This news follows the strong sales of Resident Evil Requiem, which sold five million copies and influenced the decision to exclude the Spencer Mansion from its content to avoid repetition with upcoming remakes.
Resident Evil – Code: Veronica Remake Would be “One Hell of a Game” Says Leon Kennedy’s Voice Actor
Voice actor Nick Apostolides, who voiced Leon S. Kennedy, expressed enthusiasm for a potential remake of Resident Evil – Code: Veronica, citing its challenging gameplay and unique story. While Capcom has focused on mainline remakes like Resident Evil 4, rumors suggest a Code: Veronica remake might be in development for an early 2027 release. The game's narrative significance and its pioneering use of multiple protagonists are highlighted as reasons for its importance within the franchise.
Resident Evil Requiem review - Reframing Evil | TechStomper
Resident Evil Requiem is highlighted as a pivotal and outstanding installment in the series, effectively blending horror with thrilling action. The game is praised for its near-perfect execution of both elements.
Haunted Pikachu dolls? Dead-eyed Ditto-humans? A Look at Pokemon Pokopia | TAG
The article discusses the unique and bizarre post-apocalyptic world of Pokémon Pokopia, which offers a refreshing departure from the traditional Pokémon formula with its haunted dolls and unusual characters. It also touches upon other gaming news including Resident Evil Requiem's narrative approach, deals on Nintendo titles like Mario Kart World and Splatoon 3, the divisive nature of Mega Evolutions in Pokémon, new book preorders, a Star Wars character comparison, a quirky dungeon crawler, and the ongoing drama surrounding Ashes of Creation.
Resident Evil 2 Remake Arcade Version Announced
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced an arcade version of Resident Evil 2 Remake, launching first in Japan and Europe with immersive features like haptic guns and environmental effects. The arcade version will include new cutscenes and enemy changes. Resident Evil 2 Remake originally released in 2019 for multiple platforms.
Resident Evil Requiem review – Reframing Evil
Resident Evil Requiem successfully continues the franchise's comeback, introducing a new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, while also featuring the return of Leon S. Kennedy. The game blends classic survival horror elements with modern action, offering a compelling narrative that explores the lingering trauma of the Raccoon City disaster. Visually impressive thanks to Capcom's RE Engine, it provides a tense and atmospheric experience, though some may find the late-game leans more towards spectacle than horror.
Resident Evil Requiem Reivew on PS5 | 4ScarrsGaming
Resident Evil Requiem on PlayStation 5 combines resource management with intense combat, largely succeeding in its execution. The game features characters like Grace and Leon, offering a blend of survival horror elements.
Resident Evil Requiem Reivew on PS5 | 4ScarrsGaming
This review of Resident Evil Requiem explores Capcom's attempt to synthesize classic survival horror tension with modern action and first-person psychological horror. It analyzes the dual-protagonist structure featuring Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy, pacing, monster design, atmosphere, and technical performance on platforms like the PlayStation 5.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 2, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026. Notable titles include Scott Pilgrim EX, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon, launching across various platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Mirage 7 Review - Dry Dry Desert
Mirage 7 is an action-adventure game with survival horror and point-and-click elements, set in a desert world with a sci-fi twist. While it features intriguing lore and world design, the game is hampered by tedious combat, inconsistent puzzle logic, and a rushed, unsatisfying narrative conclusion. The experience is also very short, concluding in under four hours.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 9, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of March 9, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch 2. Titles include the survival craft game Blossom: The Seed of Life, the horror experience Crabmeat, and the city-builder Timberborn. Other notable releases are Solasta II (Early Access), GreedFall: The Dying World, FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, 1348 Ex Voto, WWE 2K26, and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.
