Resident Evil 2 remake arrives on MacOS in December

Horror game fans have a reason to celebrate: the Capcom announced that it will release the remake of Resident Evil 2 for macOS in 2024. The news comes after the success of the versions of Resident Evil 4 e Resident Evil 7: Biohazardwhich are now available for Mac and other platforms Apple.

The release of Resident Evil 2 for Mac is scheduled for December 31, 2024according to the Mac App Store listing. Players will be able to re-immerse themselves in the zombie nightmare that plagued Raccoon City in 1998, now with improved graphics and modernized gameplay.

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Players will be able to test for free

An interesting feature is that the game will initially be offered as a free download, allowing users to try out some elements before deciding to purchase in full via an in-app transaction. This approach could attract new players to the franchise, as well as please longtime fans.

To run the remake of Resident Evil 2, you will need a Mac equipped with Apple Silicon M1 chip or higher, running macOS 13 or newer. The initial download will take up 22.1 GB of space, but the full installation will require 31 GB of storage.

The Mac App Store listing also mentions requirements for iPhone and iPad, indicating that the game can be played on mobile devices with an A17 or M1 chip (or newer), running iOS or iPadOS 17.0 or later. This expanded compatibility demonstrates Capcom’s commitment to bringing the Resident Evil experience to the Apple ecosystem as a whole.

Resident Evil 2: A journey from PS1 to modern remake

Originally released in 1998 for the PlayStation 1, Resident Evil 2 quickly became a classic in the survival horror genre. The game featured the protagonists Leon S. Kennedy e Claire Redfield fighting to survive in a Raccoon City infested with zombies and other horrifying creatures.

The original version impressed players with its pre-rendered graphics, tense atmosphere, and challenging puzzles. The “zapping” system, which allowed each character’s campaign to be played interconnectedly, was an innovation that significantly increased the replay value.

Over the years, Resident Evil 2 has received ports for various platforms, including the Nintendo 64, Dreamcast, and PC. However, it was the remake released in 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC that really revitalized the classic for a new generation of gamers.

The 2019 remake completely reimagined Resident Evil 2, keeping the essence of the original story but updating virtually every aspect of the game. The graphics were recreated from scratch using the RE Engine, offering stunning visuals and an even more immersive atmosphere.

The gameplay has also been modernized, abandoning the tank controls and fixed cameras in favor of a more fluid and dynamic third-person perspective. The remake also expanded some areas of the game and added new content, providing a familiar yet new experience even for series veterans.

The critical and commercial success of the Resident Evil 2 remake has cemented its position as one of the best games in the franchise, attracting both old fans and new players. Now, with the imminent release for macOS, a new wave of gamers will have the opportunity to experience this classic.

Source: Apple Insider