Resident Evil 4 Ultimate HD Edition is the remastered edition of released in 2005 survival horror game Resident Evil 4, developed by Capcom. The original RE4 was the fourth game in the Resident Evil series. By many fans, it is considered to be the best game of the franchise. Resident Evil 4: Ultimate HD Edition can boast significantly better graphics with high-resolution textures. It is worth to mention that the new edition added full mouse and keyboard support, including customizable key binds, mouse acceleration, and sensitivity settings.

Storyline

In Resident Evil 4, the player takes the role of former Raccoon City police officer, Leon S. Kennedy, who is now working for the U.S Government. Leon is being assigned for an extremely important mission to find and rescue the U.S President's daughter, Ashley, who was studying in Europe. The girl went missing, and all the traces lead Leon to Pueblo, a small village in Spain. Upon arrival at the destination, Leon realizes that the situation is a lot more serious and the President's daughter is in deadly danger. Leon finds out, that Ashley has been kidnapped by a mysterious cult guided by the man named Osmund Saddler. All the people living in the village became mindless, bloodthirsty mutants, infected with the parasite known as Las Plagas (The Plague). Once simple farmers, now they pledge their lives to Los Illuminados (The Enlightened One). Leon must do whatever it takes to rescue the girl, and destroy the cult.

Gameplay

The gameplay in RE4: Ultimate HD Edition remains almost identical in comparison to the original game. The action is presented from The Third Person Perspective (TPP) and the game is an example of a survival-horror genre. During the gameplay, players explore numerous locations, occasionally solve environmental puzzles, and of course, fight dangerous enemies. This time, combat is the most essential element of the game. The protagonist can use a variety of different weapons such as pistols, shotguns, assault rifles, or even grenade launchers or crossbow with exploding ammo. In addition to that, from time to time players will have to complete spectacular QTE sequences (Quick Time Events), during which they will have to press the right button at the right time.

Reception

The game gathered mostly favorable reviews. Full of combat and fast-paced action gameplay attracted a lot of fans. Introducing full support for mouse and keyboard is one of the most praised features of the re-mastered edition, as it was the main reason for the negative opinions about the original Resident Evil 4.

Key Features

• Renewed edition of one of the best games of the franchise RE 4: Ultimate HD Edition is a great opportunity to experience a multi-awarded RE game with high-resolution textures.
• Engaging storyline and interesting characters fulfill an extremely dangerous and important mission. Discover what motivates mysterious cult and face Las Plagas.
• Challenging survival-horror experience fight through hordes of monstrous enemies and fell the chills crawling up your spine.
• Vast and diverse arsenal pistols, shotguns, crossbows, and assault rifles are at your disposal. Use them to save Ashley and get out of this hellish place.
• Full mouse and keyboard support long-awaited M&K support is finally here. Enjoy classic Resident Evil 4 with the possibility to configure your controls however you want!