Resident Evil 3: Nemesis - Gamecube

by Capcom

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube
• Genre: Action/Adventure
• Rating: M - Mature
• Region Code: NTSC-U/C (US/Canada)
• Condition: NEW Factory Sealed

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00007KQC5
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 7, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (79 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,337 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Platform: GameCube

Product Description

Face off against the most terrifying mutations in Raccoon City.

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This is the next terrifying chapter in the Resident Evil series. You will join Jill Valentine in her attempt to escape a nightmarish city in ruins. You must help her flee from hordes of flesh-eating zombies, hideous mutants, and a relentless new nemesis. You’ll soon discover you must rely on cunning and brute force to stay alive. The game features challenging enemies that come back to life at any time, and a plot that reveals more details of Umbrella Corporation's devious activities.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Still A Good Game, But More Could Have Been Done With This Version November 19, 2005

By LeftManOut

Platform for Display:GameCube

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Being a huge fan of Resident Evil, and having played both the remake of the original and Resident Evil 0 on Gamecube, when I heard that Resident Evil 2, 3 and Code Veronica would also be making their way to the 'Cube, I was very anticipant. However my hopes were crushed when I found out that the games would simply be ported from their original versions found on the PS1 and PS2. Not only that but Capcom was planning on selling them at a whopping $40 price tag. Make no mistake there is absolutely nothing new about this version of Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. If you own the original PS1 version, then there is no reason to buy this as it is the EXACT same game. I'm really disappointed by Capcom's lazy attitudes towards the re-releases on Gamecube. In its day Resident Evil 3: Nemesis was a great game, and still today it is just as enjoyable. If you have never played it before, and you don't own a PS1 or PS2, then this would be a great way to get aqquainted with the game for the first time.

Story wise Resident Evil 3: Nemesis doesn't really break any new ground for the franchise. It actually takes place on the same night as Resident Evil 2, and in the same place. Instead of controlling Leon or Claire though, you are back to controlling Jill Valentine, who must now also escape from the zombie infested Racoon city. However a mysterious beast known as "Nemesis" has been unleashed to hunt down Jill and exterminate her, and there are frequent portions through out the game where you will run into him. It's more of a side story to the second game than an actual third installment (many rightfully consider Resident Evil: Code Veronica to be the third chapter in the story.) Despite that fact it's still an extremely fun game to play, as it has just as many creepy and tenseful moments are any of the other RE games (while being concentrated a bit more on action, like RE2). The graphics are pretty weak compared to anything of today's standards, but to be appreciated, you have to consider the time it came from. Capcom could have at least touched up the graphics and made the game a bit faster if they were simply going to port it, but I guess complaining about it isn't going to do anything.

Control wise it's exactly the same as every other RE game, just simply incorporating the Gamecube controller layout found in the previous Gamecube RE titles. I'm guessing if you're considering buying this, then most likely you've played a RE title somewhere before, so you should have no problems picking the game back up and getting to work. I actually like the layout and feel the Gamecube contoller gives the game, and it seems to be much better suited for the game the PS controller was.

Like I stated before, it's the exact same game found on the PS1, so if you already own any previous form of this game (Playstation, Dreamcast) there is very little incentive for you to pick this one up, especially with Capcom deciding that they'll just sell them for $40. I could understand $20 maybe, even $25 at the most, but no one should be taken advantage of like that. Capcom only ported the games with hopes of capitalizing on the market who had hopefully not played any of the RE games before they hit Gamecube. Even those who didn't most likely have a PS1 or PS2 and they can find the same game on that system for like $10. Don't let yourself be taken advantage of.

Overall this game is still good, and a worthy installment in the series, but Capcom's obvious laziness definitely brings down what could have been an oustanding game had it have at least been touched up. As it stands RE 3: Nemesis is solid, but not a necessary purchase if you own the original. If you have never played the game, and don't own a PS1 or PS2, then I'd say pick it up if you can find it at a reasonable price. Don't expect anything near the level or Resident Evil or Resident Evil 0, because this game does not stack up. It had a lot more potential, but Capcom just got lazy. What a shame. Read more ›

22 of 25 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars FIVE "S-T-A-R-S!" April 4, 2003

By Matt Spencer

Platform for Display:GameCube

We've all seen them before, "survival horror" games. The idea behind them being simple. Somewhat ordinary person thrown into a ... situation that they have to survive. Allies are scarce, the enemies are plentiful, and the ammo is practically non-existent.
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis brings something a little unique to the otherwise repetitive formula for Resident Evil games. Borrowing from something that was used in Resident Evil 2, the game adds "Nemesis". Basically a walking, organic, tank of a freak who's hunting you throughout the entire game. The only warning you get before he shows up to cave your head in is ominous music and his catch phrase "S-T-A-R-S!" If you haven't found the Resident Evil games scary to date, this little twist adds a whole new level of fear that keeps you on your toes throughout the entire game.
The plot is a little simplistic. It covers the day before Resident Evil 2 begins, to the day after Resident Evil 2 ends. And because the two take place in relatively the same area, there are instances where you'll explore areas seen in RE2. It's interesting to note that the creators of the game don't pay much attention to continuity. One of the most obvious examples being a window that's broken in one game, then mysteriously fixed in another. Worth pointing out, but not really integral to the plot of the game, or its worth.
The downsides of the game are little things. Voice acting is a little bad (a staple for the series), the controls are awkward, and the game is too short.
Graphics are good. Probably the best you would have seen on the Playstation One. On Game Cube they're a little below the mark, especially when compared to Game Cube's earlier Resident Evil releases like Resident Evil and Resident Evil Zero. There's not a lot of improvement in the graphics on the Game Cube, or at least no imporvements that my eyes can see. The game may move a little faster but that's about it.
All in all, it's a good game for a port. And a welcomed port since Nintendo now has the Resident Evil games exclusively on Game Cube. Adding in the Resident Evil 2&3 ports, along with the upcoming Code Veronica port will put most of the games on one system, so fans wanting to play through the entire series will be able to without buying two or three systems. Based on its original merits as a PSOne game, and the seamless transition to the Game Cube, this game deserves five stars. Read more ›

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars la la la la la...collecting stuff...running by zomOH MY GOD! September 18, 2003

By Brandon Morgan

Platform for Display:GameCube

Ok, installation three of the series...or is it four due to 0? or...whatever. Thusfar I have beaten the remake and obviously this one, currently I ordered 2 and am working on beating 0.
After playing the remake and 0, I thought that this would be the same old schpeal so I popped in the disc and began playing.
"Doo dee doo doo...run past zombies, no problem...collect that fuse? piece of ca...WHAT THE HELL IS THAT THING??!!!" That was pretty much my reaction. This game is NOT like the others. In this game you have to be on your toes at all times or else this Jason Voorhes like character will come to rip you to sheds. This is Nemesis, and the reason I compare him to Jason is because he ALWAYS finds you and HE WONT STOP CHASING YOU DOWN EVERY FRICKING ALLEY!!!!! Its sooo freaking scary and a littl annoying after a while.
Over all, its a bit short but worth the gameplay for the neverending game of tag between u and NEMESIS

27 of 38 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Buy only if you do not have a PS1 or PS2 January 17, 2003

By G. Guberlal

Platform for Display:GameCube

I have it. After beating Resident Evil Zero & the remake of the first, I wanted to jump right in on GC's RE3:Nemesis. There are slightly faster frame rates and a different use of controls to support the GC's controller. That's all.
The RE3 PlayStation Dual Shock Version with the original and rearranged data is the same as this passed off port. I don't need to review the game itself, it is another chapter in the saga that is well-known to fans.
If you don't have a PlayStation1 or 2, then this is a solid buy. If you've never played RE3 and don't have the PS, it is a solid buy again. Whoever is making up the stories about the better graphics or a remake is fooling you.
Don't get me wrong, RE3 is a great game, but it is a port. Graphics, game, content and all. I rated it 3 stars because of the marketing tactic. The original PS version is a 4.5 star game. You'll notice that this review will be posted on RE2 as well because Capcom did the same with that one.
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