Is the Deluxe Edition worth it over the standard game?

Only if you want the cosmetic extras: alternate costumes, the original 1998 soundtrack swap and bonus weapons. The campaign itself is identical to the standard edition.

Do I need to have played the original Resident Evil 2?

No. The remake retells the same story with modern controls, so newcomers can start here.

How long is the game?

A first playthrough of one campaign runs roughly 6 to 10 hours; playing both Leon and Claire plus the unlockable modes roughly doubles that.

Is it too scary or gory for younger players?

It is rated PEGI 18 for graphic violence and gore, so it is intended for adults.

Does the Deluxe Edition include all the DLC?

It includes the Deluxe pack items (costumes, soundtrack swap, bonus weapons). The free Ghost Survivors mode is a separate free update.

Which platforms is it available on?

It has been released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC, and plays on newer PlayStation and Xbox consoles through backward compatibility.

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Resident Evil 2: Deluxe Edition

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Installation: How to activate your game
Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: 24 January 2019
Difficulty: idk
Game Type: GameSource

About the Resident Evil 2: Deluxe Edition

Resident Evil 2: Deluxe Edition is Capcom's 2019 remake of the 1998 survival horror classic, bundled with extra costumes, the original soundtrack swap and bonus weapons. It follows rookie cop Leon Kennedy and college student Claire Redfield through a zombie-overrun Raccoon City, with the series' signature puzzles, resource scarcity and Mr. X pursuit. The Deluxe extras are cosmetic and convenience items, not new story content. It holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from about 1,900 ratings.

Best forSurvival horror fans new to the seriesPlayers who want the 1998 original's soundtrack and costumesFans of tense, resource-scarce single-player campaignsCollectors who want the complete edition over the base game

Pros

Modern over-the-shoulder controls with the original's tension intact
Two interlocking campaigns (Leon and Claire) plus unlockable modes
Deluxe pack adds costumes, original soundtrack swap and bonus weapons
Strong atmosphere and sound design; Mr. X creates real pressure
Runs well on current consoles and PC

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Specs

Country Compatibility: See the list
Languages: See the supported languages
Installation: How to activate your game
Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release Date: 24 January 2019
Difficulty: idk
Game Type: GameSource

About the Resident Evil 2: Deluxe Edition

Pros

Modern over-the-shoulder controls with the original's tension intact
Two interlocking campaigns (Leon and Claire) plus unlockable modes
Deluxe pack adds costumes, original soundtrack swap and bonus weapons
Strong atmosphere and sound design; Mr. X creates real pressure
Runs well on current consoles and PC

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Cons

Deluxe extras are cosmetic and don't change the campaign
Puzzles and backtracking won't suit players who want pure action
Resource scarcity and limited saves frustrate some newcomers
PEGI 18: graphic violence and gore

What reviewers say

4.9 / 51,700 ratings

Reviewers and owners rate the remake highly, calling it one of the best survival horror games of its generation. Praise centers on the atmosphere, the two campaigns and the modern controls; complaints are mostly about the Deluxe extras being cosmetic and the deliberate difficulty.

What people mention

AtmospherePraisedOwners single out the dark, tense presentation and sound design as the remake's strongest point.
CampaignsPraisedPlayers like that Leon and Claire each get their own scenario with different weapons and story beats.
Deluxe extrasMixedBuyers say the costumes and soundtrack swap are nice touches but don't add new content.
DifficultyMixedLimited ammo and saves create tension for some and frustration for others.
PuzzlesMixedBacktracking and item puzzles are seen as classic series design by fans and as padding by others.

Questions and answers

Is the Deluxe Edition worth it over the standard game?: Only if you want the cosmetic extras: alternate costumes, the original 1998 soundtrack swap and bonus weapons. The campaign itself is identical to the standard edition.
Do I need to have played the original Resident Evil 2?: No. The remake retells the same story with modern controls, so newcomers can start here.
How long is the game?: A first playthrough of one campaign runs roughly 6 to 10 hours; playing both Leon and Claire plus the unlockable modes roughly doubles that.
Is it too scary or gory for younger players?: It is rated PEGI 18 for graphic violence and gore, so it is intended for adults.
Does the Deluxe Edition include all the DLC?: It includes the Deluxe pack items (costumes, soundtrack swap, bonus weapons). The free Ghost Survivors mode is a separate free update.
Which platforms is it available on?: It has been released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC, and plays on newer PlayStation and Xbox consoles through backward compatibility.