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>it supports 480p resolution :) (gamecube only 480i)
>Wiimote Only OR Wiimote + Nunchuck OR Classic Controller OR Gamecube Controller
>No changes at all vs game cube version
>One Disc Only (vs two disc gamecube version) :)

This is the all-time classic Resident Evil with better graphics and more content than the original release from the PSX.

The bad thing about this Wii port of the Gamecube remake is that there are no changes at all. The controls for this port have not been upgraded, which is a big letdown since I expected controls like RE 4. Because of that, the controls feel very dated, and you'll probably need a classic (or Gamecube) controller to enjoy playing this game.

It may seem like I'm complaining about a minor detail to some people, but as a Wii owner I think that the way of playing is what makes the Wii so unique. And also after seeing other Gamecube ports from Nintendo for the Wii, I expected more from Capcom.

Aside from that very important detail, the game is great. So if you never had the opportunity to own or play the Gamecube version (like me), or never played Resident Evil at all, give this release a try.

I first played Resident Evil as a senior in high school, and I didn't really like it. I was surprised that it made game of the year (If I remember right). It wasn't until I played part 2 that I began to like the series. Code Veronica for the Saturn was stunning, and was the only reason I bought a Saturn.

I didn't even know there had been a remake of part 1 until 3 days ago, so I borrowed my friend's Wii and tried it out. I thought this game was incredible.

Visuals/Graphics --> beautiful. The gripe I have with the fixed camera angles is that it's hard to see what's really going on or about to happen. Sometimes, as in the real part 1, I'd be fighting an enemy while the screen kept popping back and forth b/w two views. Annoying. However, you can learn to deal with it. The big reason I like the fixed angles is the beauty. I've yet to feel that RE4 and RE5 have as much beauty as RE0 and this one. Also, as one reviewer said better, it does make the game scarier.

Sound --> terrific. I love the zombie sounds, as monotonous as they may be. I played this on my 7.1 system, and hearing that random thunder scared the heck out of me. You could kill a monster, stand there for a second, and then the thunder just goes off. Timing! It just sounded great! I also loved the sound of that stun gun destroying the zombies.

Gameplay/Moves --> great. The dagger and stun gun were awesome. Movement is a bit clumsy, but, it's like the others, really.

Overall, this game was a blast. To the updated graphics/sound to big-as* Neptune (that scared the heck out of me) to Tyrant (I hated them all, except this one), this game is worth the buy, and I'm considering buying a Wii just for this game. Also, the Lisa Trever storyline was a great addition, and with a disturbing theme. My last gripe is about those giving this game a low score. They seem to keep comparing this game to RE4 & 5. Those two games ARE NOT, to me, true to the way the series started. I never thought I'd see an RE game that reminded me of Doom or Halo, but it occurred, and I'm curious as to who/what made Capcom reinvent (?) the series like this (obviously I can't stand Doom/Halo). Comparing RE4 & 5 to earlier Resident Evils I think is confusing, as I think these latest two games are tailored to a younger generation. Nevertheless, thank you Capcom for this game.

Originally released for Gamecube, Resident Evil (also known as REmake) comes to the Wii console without any major additions but is still incredible and worth every penny.

Using the "classic" format of the older RE games (pre-RE4 style), this is the definitive version. RE2 may have had more jump scares, but this game has much more suspense and of course superior graphics. Even today this game impresses with it's lushly detailed pre-rendered backgrounds and high-polygon character models. Chris & Jill never looked so good, and in fact I prefer how they look here compared to their new RE5 designs. This game is pure survival horror, so if you tire of the more action based game play of RE4/5 then get this game ASAP.

In terms of visuals and in game extras, it's exactly the same deal as with the GC game. While it would have been nice to get a wide screen mode, the game can be stretched to fit your screen by setting the Wii settings to 4:3 and fiddling with your HDTV options. The game doesn't look bad this way, but given the choice I prefer the 4:3 aspect. It would have been cool if Capcom had used the extra space from the borders to display the map/items or health meter during game play. This way the game would retain it's proper aspect but still take advantage of the extra space from the wide-screen TV.

Despite being on the bare bones side, this port does include one major visual improvement over the Gamecube version;http://www.amazon.com/review/edit-review 480p progressive scan mode. I admit this was the main reason why I picked up this port since I already own the GC version. In 480p, the game looks much sharper on my CRT HDTV. I also tried this mode through VGA on my PC monitor, and wow beautiful stuff. Even if it might seem like a small visual improvement, adding 480p to the package is worthwhile for those audio/visual enthusiasts out there.

In terms of controls, the game allows you with the option to use the Wii remote only, remote/nunchuk combo, classic controller and finally Gamecube pad. Currently I'm trying to finish the game using the classic controller and it offers a fresh experience. In short, REmake vets who want to try out different control setups have a good variety to choose from here, as well as the original GC controls.

And I should also point out there is no need to swap discs anymore either unlike the GC version which was spread across 2 discs. This makes speedruns a bit less annoying and it just feels nicer to have the entire game on one disc.

Overall I'm satisfied with this port of Resident Evil. It could have been a whole lot more, with new puzzles and features, but with the addition of 480p and new control setups, it's still a satisfying re-releases.

First of All, you will not find huge changes between this version and the original Resident Evil, but if you REALLY Love Resident Evil saga, you MUST have this one, the graphics are spectacular, is like open your eyes and then those old graphics in your PS One, now take shape, contrast and it looks just marvelous.

There are some minor changes on the gameplay and mainly defense, new bosses and other changes, but Man it is worthy, you'll have moments coming back to feel what you felt when first played RE but with increased intensity.

Camera Angles still fixed (pre rendered) but what the heck the intention of this game seems to be revive the experience as close as possible to the original providing an upgrade to your senses with much better visual and sound presentation, or at least that is how this was for me.

Come on RE lovers, if this title still is not in your collection, go for it

I am a die hard RE fan. One thing i cant stand are the people who bash the good games and praise the bad. This is a remake of the very FIRST RE game that came out on the first playstation. In comparison of the two this by far blows the original away. Alot of the complaints on this game are from people who have played RE4 first. If you are a true fan than you know you cant compare the two considering this came out first. They took a totaly different approach for RE4 and i have to commend CAPCOM on venturing into a new world with it. But as far as judging the classics, this is at the top.

So this game is almost exactly like Resident Evil 1. You still have trouble seeing enemies coming at you down the other end of the hallway. There are puzzles everywhere, and only limited inventory space, and limited ammo.

They did some things right though. The graphics are obviously much better. They got rid of the terrible acting job of the original and even managed to alter the set up of the mansion just a little. This game is for those who want to play the original without having to suffer through out dated graphics and bad acting. After having recently played the Director's Cut on the PS3, I wasn't in much of a mood to play the remake all over again. One of these days I'll go back and play it.

I can't play resident evil 4 or 5 because those games give me motion sickness.the way the camera is always moving.even my wife was getting sick just watching me play them.so i thought these classic remakes of resident evil 1,2,3 and 0 would be the same way.i'm glad to say they are not.while some may hate the fixed camera i don't because the whole screen isn't moving just cause a player turns his head to see whats around him.believe it or not many people are bothered by the newer games/so much so that the new call of duty games put in a fixed camera for people like me.anyways back to the game.this game has a great story and great graphics and stays true pretty much to the original.it has only added and enhanced the original i feel.i wish that wii had done the same thing with the old tomb raider game called anniversary.sadly they did not.i played that game for about 5 mins and felt sick as a dog due to the constant screen turning.i have played resident evil 0,1,2,and 3 all for the wii and they are all awesome.resident evil 1 is my favorite out of all of them however.i hate resident evil 4 and 5.not just because of the constant moving of the screen but because they have a totally different feel from the original games.i mean 4 doesn't even have zombies but brainwashed people.it's not the same.

Having owned the Gamecube version back in 2006, I had fun playing the game straight through and getting the junk scared out of me. I got rid of my Gamecube as well as the games, and retired my Resident Evil playing for a couple years.

I bought a Wii to experience some fun gaming again. I picked this game up and played it while on vacation, and I had a blast. I remember it being fun on the Gamecube, but using the wii remote for shooting (which you must get used to, I'll admit) makes the experience all the more fun.

Personally, I would rather get it on Wii than on Gamecube (even though they are interchangeable).

Wii is more fun for me, personally.

Well after reading all the reviews and being a Biohazard fan since day one of its release back in 96, I think, I have a few things to mention. Resident Evil (Biohazard in Japan) is a survival horror game since it first came out. Those of you complaining about the fixed camera angles and the controls need to know that this is the original Resident Evil and times have changed since. Resident Evil was meant to have fixed camera angles and the controls are as is all the way through RE3 Nemesis. Once all games went 3D alot of things changed. The way of controlling the character changed starting with RE:Code Veronica. It seemed awkward at first but fans got used to it and now that more time has gone by we have games like RE4 and RE5. I like All of the Resident Evil games and have had to get used to the change of controls and have never complained. But yeah, Resident Evil has changed alot. I have always been a loyal fan of Sony and never owned a console made by Nintendo. I have played and I own all of the RE games except for RE4 and Code Veronica because they're not on PS3 so I went ahead and purchased a Wii and got RE4 and this Resident Evil remake of the original (still no Code Veronica). I had never played the remake before and after playing it i have to say that I really liked it. Like in RE5 "Lost In Nightmares" either Chris or Jill says when they are revisiting the mansion after 10 years i think, "Kinda Takes You Back" and thats exactly what I was thinking as I was playing the game. There are new things in this remake that were not in the original. There are new rooms to explore and there is one room that was left out from the original. I like the improved graphics and I like how you can see them blink. Still the same game I remember from back in the days but different at the same time. I've read that its the same thing as the GameCube port but I wouldn't know...never owned anything by Nintedo up until now. If you have played the original and haven't checked out this version, you should. I don't think you'll be disappointed. I know I wasn't. I have surround sound and I love when its dark and I hear a zombie moan and I don't know if they're around the corner and I love the fixed camera angles!!....just like the good times, Kinda Takes You Back. Hope this helps someone considering of playing this game. I was thinking of getting RE0 but I see more negative than positive reviews about it? Anyone recommend?