Resident Evil 4 is a third-person survival horror game released by Capcom. The game follows Special Agent Leon S. Kennedy, who is sent on a mission to rescue the daughter of the President of the United States, Ashley Graham, from a sinister religious cult in rural Spain.
Resident Evil 4 features many changes from its predecessors, such as an improved targeting system, a new over-the-shoulder camera perspective, and more emphasis on action over puzzle solving. The game also introduces new enemies, including the Zealots, a violent religious cult led by Osmund Saddler, who are using a new biological threat called Las Plagas.
The game was a huge critical and commercial success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide. It was acclaimed for its gameplay and graphics, as well as its engaging narrative and memorable characters. The game is considered by many fans to be one of the best games in the Resident Evil series and one of the best horror games ever created.
Change of Direction
Resident Evil 4 was a huge step in a new direction for the franchise, abandoning the classic fixed-camera gameplay of previous games and introducing a more dynamic third-person view and intense action.
Revised History
The game originally started with a completely different story, where Leon S. Kennedy investigated a mansion in a small European town. However, the plot was completely revised, and Leon ended up being sent on a mission to rescue the daughter of the President of the United States in a remote village in Spain.
Influences
Resident Evil 4 was influenced by action movies like Rambo and The Terminator, as well as horror movies like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and The Evil Dead.
Characters
The game features several memorable characters, including the mysterious vendor who supplies Leon with weapons and items, and the zealous enemies, called "Los Ganados", who are able to work together to surround the player.
Difficulty
The original game was quite challenging, with a difficulty that many players considered too high. In response to the criticism, a "Separate Ways" version of the game was released, which offered an easier difficulty and a new playable story featuring the character Ada Wong.
