Best Resident Evil game for beginners, Digi Mart USA News: Fans of the Resident Evil series have offered a clear answer to which entry newcomers should start with, and it is not necessarily the highest-rated game. According to a Notebookcheck report on a Reddit discussion, the top comment, with more than 700 upvotes, recommends the Resident Evil 2 remake.
The 2019 remake follows Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield through the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City.
Its focus is on tense exploration, puzzles and careful ammunition management. Many users consider it an excellent starting point because it blends the series’ classic strengths, particularly its unsettling atmosphere and survival pressure, with modern controls and an over-the-shoulder camera.
Players who prefer more action may look elsewhere. A comment with more than 380 upvotes suggested Resident Evil 4 Remake for a more action-oriented experience.
Instead of navigating narrow police station corridors, Leon frequently faces larger groups of enemies, with combat playing a bigger role, though the game still includes plenty of horror.
The report also points to Resident Evil Requiem, the latest entry in the series, as a natural next step. Although the games have interconnected stories, the developers say Requiem can be enjoyed without prior knowledge.
Having played Resident Evil 2 or 4 may, however, help players appreciate references to earlier events. According to the report, all three games also run on the Steam Deck.
