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Resident Evil 1 to GameCube

A remake of the original Resident Evil is on its way to Nintendo's next-generation console.

September 12, 2001

Capcom Entertainment has announced that it is under development with a special remake of the original Resident Evil and that it's coming to GameCube.

The title, which is scheduled to be released in the spring of 2002 in Japan for Nintendo's next-generation console, will reportedly feature massively updated graphics that will rival those of Devil May Cry for PlayStation 2, if not surpass them. Additionally, Capcom will inject new GCN-exclusive elements into the remake such as original gameplay mechanics and story alterations.

The game will debut for GameCube in addition to the already-planned Biohazard 0, which sources indicate is still under development.

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Wow... looks real good. Almost like a completely new game. I hope they changed the voice acting on it though. That was the single most annoying thing about that game.

As for Biohazard 0. Wasn't that the prequel to Resident Evil 1 that followed the fate of the first STARS team that went in the mansion? It was originally planned for N64 but was scrapped?

WOW! It looks like now the ENTIRE Resident Evil series is now Gamecube exclusive. Resident Evil Zero and Resident Evil 4 will be released for Nintendo Gamecube only!

Resident Evil zero was indeed a prequel to the first game, however the lead character was Rebecca Chambers the medical officer of S.T.A.R.S Bravo team. The story if I'm not mistaken took place just outside the famed Mansion in Raccoon City. The Game had only one area playable at 99 E3 and it was that of a train wreck that took place around the forrest area. I myself did'nt get to play the game but from what I've heard from others I wasnt missing much. This game will see its debut on the Nintendo Gamecube..and as far as these screens go I cant wait to see what Capcom did to this remarkable game. I for one kinda like the bad voice acting you cant beat...

Barry: "Oh and Jill...heres a lockpic perhaps itrs best that you 'The Master of Unlocking' take it with you."

but as far as changing some elements of the story I pray it's minor and nothing that will affect it continuity. Now if youll excuse me I think I'll boot up my PS for some zombie cappin' before I go to bed.

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zero

But these games can't be on Gamecube, its just a kiddie system

i dare you to Download that movie and watch it with the lights out and then you try to tell me its a kiddie system. Be warned the footage is gory, and thats how I like my Res Evil. These two pics dont do the footage any justice. you HAVE to see it.

-zero

Well I'm a fan of the Resident Evil franchise and the graphics do look sweet in the video, but the gameplay looks the same. After watching it a few times, I just got a little bit disappointed because it just looks like nothing new beyond flashier graphics. The IGN report quotes the Nintendo spokesman as saying that games focus too much on graphics and that gameplay is more important. Then we are left with what looks to be the same game (I know - it's a re-make - I get it) and the only thing they did was give it a facelift (a nice one at that). At first, I was thinking this would be the only thing that could get me to buy a gamecube - but after watching it a few times I don't feel the need to. I've been there done that with that game... a remake would be great, but they would have to change it up a little more than that... at least improve the gameplay a bit.

Also - seeing as how this is one of Capcoms largest money makers (if not THE largest), it seems odd to me that they would make it exclusive to the Gamecube... do they not want to make money? Obviously, Nintendo gave them a gazillion dollars and probably bought exclusive rights at a projected loss in order to sell more systems. As a consumer, I didn't feel that their game lineup had enough to offer me that would warrant me purchasing their system... I know they have a large fanbase and people love their games, but I think this was a strategic move trying to tap into markets that have been held by Sony so far. You can talk about Microsoft buying up game developers and whatnot but this sounds like much the same thing.

I'll bet Nintendo paid an exorbanent amount for this exclusivity. It's a fairly brilliant move on their part - great timing too - right before system launch. Capcom could happily make this game available for all console and PC platforms and roll in the dough - Nintendo had to compensate them for this. The only other explaination is that this game is only going to be exclusive for a period of time and then later released on other consoles.

Here's his quote from the Nintendo spokesman:
"porting or remaking the games for other systems basically means the creator only needs to duplicate the game for the other system. I feel, from a business point of view it might be a good, but from the creator's point of view it isn't a good idea."

Uhh... why not?? As a creator of anything, your goal is to get your creation into the hands of as many people as possible. This statement makes no sense.

"Mikami and Capcom expressed their wish to create the Biohazard series for Nintendo GameCube"

... after we gave them piles of cash


I don't know - while I don't think this is enough to get me to buy a gamecube, it's a start. I'm still going to wait and see if they decide to port later to other systems. This at least is enough to get me "on the fence" about Nintendo whereas before I was nowhere near the fence.

Obviously my statement was making fun of peopel who call it a kiddie system. Next time, i guess I'll just hit you over the head with my sarcasm hammer.

Remakes of all the Resident Evil games including Code Veronica? Where do I pre-order my Gamecube?

Wow!! This looks awesome!! I didn't own a playstation when the first RE came out and started with the second one on. I've heard the first one was pretty good but never got a chance to go back and play it. RE1 is so old though I think the updated graphics and extra's definately needed, and if the game rivals Devil May Cry (which is awesome BTW) in graphics thats quite an accomplishment.

RE1 remake and Resident Evil Zero.........can't wait for GC and these games!!

this is awesome news! I can't wait for RE:4 and RE:0! Sweet!

I'm thrilled by this news. I don't have the time or money to invest in multiple systems, and I had already decided to go with the GC. This will help attract older gamers, and assuming these sell well, well entice other developers to make more mature games. Personally, I couldn't care less if a game is "mature" or not as long as it is fun to play. However, many due and appealing to them will help ensure the success of the GC and keep it from losing out in the older market to PS2 and X-Box. This should be a ferocious system war and the increased competition means one thing--more great games for us gamers.

Hey Julio..my bad bro im sorry. =P

Trigger theres no way to tell for sure if Nintendo bought in largely to Capcom. However you can't tell the news doesnt excite you? If you read further then you'll see that the game has been completely revamped. I dont remember being able to psuh zombies off of you in RE 1....that kind of ability wasnt available until RE2 and Nemesis. If anything I think that this remake is what Capcom had in mind for this game since day 1, but due to the limitation of the PSOne could not be realized until now on the Gamecube. If this new RE does as well as Capcom thinks it will (and believe me it will) you should know by now that games dont stay "exclusive" for long. I doubt Capcom will turn its back on the system RE was born on. And from what I understand the story has been tweaked a little too adding more to an already stunning story line.

Your entire post is exactly what Miyamoto was talking about. Sure they could just port over old RE: DC and no one would really care, but come on man you know as well as I do that if they just simply ported it over with no improvements and no new material you'd still be complaining just as much. You dont want a GC you think its weak? fine dont buy one. Take the complaining to Aint it cool news. Because if you truly were a fan of the RE franchise you'd be excited but it seems to me like your a fair weather fan only happy when it involves the Playstation. I own many systems and I've learned you cant always be loyal because your wallet and your total gaming experience will always pay and youll end up looking like this.....



so more talking about Capcom selling out they make software and they are simply doing what is best for the gamers and the games we play. I cant say theat im going to buy an XBox but I have made space on my TV for both the GC and PS2. I cant wait to see what else they have in store for the gaming community. Now if you'll excuse I must go and order my copy of Capcom VS SNK 2 for DC =)

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I already have all them on my Dreamcast, but I am still looking forward to the new ones on Gamecube. Don't think I will rebuy the old ones again though.

I love RE games. Just anyother reason for me to buy GC .

Resident Evil 0, 1, and 4 are not being released on DC

That's true - and it doesn't really mean anything if they did. The news doesn't excite me. At best - it ensures a system rental from me to at least try it out. I know the game has been remade from scratch... I guess what I'm saying is that they should've changed more than just the graphics - like re-do the story line and all the scares and whatnot. If it's the same game - I'll be able to play for 5 minutes and then get bored after the awe factor died down.



I think you're mistaken, but I'll admit that it's been a few years since I've played.

Well, it's not like the GC is the ONLY capable system, but obviously they couldn't do this for the PS. The original Resident Evil is exactly what they had in mind at the time. This remake is what they have in mind now.

I doubt that too - that's why I said so.

You completely missed my point. That's ok... whatever.

Whatever - don't get all fanboy on me. "You don't like it, don't buy one!" is getting tired. I'm not complaining anyway. You get your feelings hurt so easily. I am not a fair weather fan. I am still a fan of capcom, but I don't like the exclusivity deal. I'm not a Playstation fan either - I've never owned one. I don't own a Dreamcast or a 3DO or a Neo Geo or whatever else. The only console I've ever owned is an Atari 2600 (and a Pong system), so product loyalty isn't in my blood. I've certainly played them all... and I've never liked what Nintendo had to offer.

This isn't what's best for gamers... Capcom is doing this because of money... not because of gamers. Gamers would benefit if the game was offered on the other consoles. That way they wouldn't be limited by what console they own... not everyone can afford more than one console.
I like Sega, Sony, and I have a good feeling about the X-Box. I'm a PC Gamer at heart, so I dont' know for sure if I'll be getting a console at all. I might get one, or I might get none, or I might get all 4. Who knows? I did say that I'm "on the fence" about it with the GC now... whereas before you couldn't get me near one. I think it's a brilliant marketing strategy on the part of Nintendo and Yes - I think they paid a bundle for the exclusive rights... temporary or not.

I will stay out of the battle and just say the game looks amazing.

I'm not arguing with that - I admitted that the graphics indeed look sweet.

Trigger said that it doesn't excite him.


If you have been paying attention to Trigger's comments towards other things and his reviews... I think that is the best compliment something could get from him.. So i take it he is atleast not hating this.


I'm excited about this.

We are ALL entitled to our opinions....some of us don't feel the need to adhere to the popular thought....others do apprently

With that said, this game looks soooooo creepy it's not funny.

It will be wild to play this game!!!

1 more GC sold right here!

-keyser "I bet 'BILL' wished he thought of this" soze
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The game cube is sold on me just for this game series. the graphics look amazing. romero would be proud.