Resident Evil Set To Be Released On January 20 According to Capcom

Written by Brandon Hofer on December 04, 2014

News: The release date has been revealed for the Resident Evil remake along with two new videos to whet your appetite.

Capcom has just confirmed that Resident Evil is set for digital release across North America beginning on January 20, 2015 for $19.99. The game will be available on PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC. The intense horror fans first experienced with the release of the original Resident Evil is back. Taking place in the now notorious Raccoon City, players will choose to take on the role of either S.T.A.R.S. (Special Tactics and Rescue Service) team member Chris Redfield or Jill Valentine, who have been sent into the city to find the missing Bravo team. When the team is suddenly attacked by a ferocious group of mutated dogs, desperate for an escape they take shelter in the Mansion, but will they ever get out alive again? Players will need to be brave as they adventure through the dark, enclosed spaces searching out the horrors that await them. With limited ammo and survival items available gamers will need to keep their wits about them to survive the various traps and puzzles that greet them at every stage.

Some of the key features will include:

Upgraded visuals - using the latest resolution enhancement and 3D model technology, game resolutions and textures have been significantly upgraded, including 1080p support on current-gen consoles and frame rate options for PC

Fully remastered sound effects - 5.1 surround support provides a greater gaming atmosphere

All original difficulty levels plus new Very Easy Mode for novice players

Toggle visual and control scheme options at any time - Experience the terror at the classic 4:3 ratio or a stunning 16:9 widescreen mode. Purists can choose to play with the classic control scheme or enjoy a new alternative scheme in line with current standards where the character moves in the direction of the analogue stick.

Take a look at two videos that were released earlier today to celebrate the release date announcement and tell us what you think. Will you be getting Resident Evil when it launches on January 20?