Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: Capcom Production Studio 3
- Publishers: Capcom
Resident Evil: Dead Aim (2003)
Resident Evil: Dead Aim is a survival-horror game developed by Capcom and released exclusively for the PlayStation 2 in 2003. It is the seventh installment in the Resident Evil series, and the second to be released on the PlayStation 2. The game follows the story of Bruce McGivern, a member of the Anti-Umbrella Squad, as he investigates a terrorist threat involving a deadly virus.
Dead Aim is played from a third-person perspective, with the player controlling Bruce as he explores a variety of environments, including a cruise ship, an oil rig, and a research facility. The game features a unique camera system that switches to a first-person perspective when Bruce aims his gun. This system allows for more precise shooting, and it adds to the game’s sense of tension and suspense.
Bruce can use a variety of weapons to defend himself against the game’s enemies, including zombies, mutants, and bosses. He can also collect items and solve puzzles to progress through the game. Dead Aim features a variety of puzzles, some of which are more challenging than others. However, the game’s puzzles are generally fair, and they never feel like they’re just there to pad out the game’s length.
One of the things that makes Dead Aim stand out from other Resident Evil games is its focus on gunplay. Bruce is a skilled marksman, and he can use a variety of weapons to take down his enemies. The game’s shooting mechanics are solid, and it’s a lot of fun to take down zombies with a well-placed headshot.
Of course, no Resident Evil game would be complete without its share of scares. Dead Aim has its fair share of jump scares, but it also relies on atmosphere and tension to create a sense of dread. The game’s environments are dark and foreboding, and the sound design is excellent, with plenty of creepy sound effects and ambient noise to keep the player on edge.
Dead Aim’s story is well-written and engaging. It’s not the most original story in the world, but it’s well-executed, and it keeps the player invested from beginning to end. The game’s characters are also well-developed, and the player can’t help but root for Bruce as he tries to stop the terrorists and save the day.
Overall, Resident Evil: Dead Aim is a solid survival-horror game that’s well worth playing. It’s not the scariest game in the series, but it’s still a lot of fun, and it has a lot to offer fans of the genre.
Pros:
- Solid shooting mechanics
- Well-written and engaging story
- Well-developed characters
- Variety of environments to explore
- Plenty of puzzles to solve
Cons:
- Not the scariest game in the series
- Some of the puzzles can be frustrating
- The game can be a bit short
Score: 8/10
Review Score
7.5/10
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