The Resident Evil 2 Remake is one of the scariest games to come out in recent years. Sure, you could say it’s because of the monsters or the zombie-like theme, but what really makes this game stand out in the horror genre are the mechanics behind the scares. Resident Evil 2 was an ambitious and unique game when it came out, but some of the technology it wanted to employ had yet to be invented.

The Remake brings to light this beloved relic of gaming with all new interactive elements of horror. Design-wise this game is marvel of mechanical ingenuity. There’s so much that could be said about its construction, so let’s limit it to ten; here are the 10 scariest things in the Resident Evil 2 Remake.

1 Changing Character Designs

The sound design of the Resident Evil 2 Remake is truly remarkable. Perhaps the best and certainly the scariest game mechanic, the sound design adds a whole to layer to the gameplay. With the use of binaural audio, the game can project directional sound through headphones to create a 3D audio experience. You can hear zombies around the corner, Tyrant walking a floor above you, and even breathing in a different room. The sound design is what really makes this game, delivering an experience that tantalizes the senses. It’s a truly chilling experience.

Gore

Screen Filters

Location Change

Limited Supplies

Ink Ribbon

Lighting

Doors

Ceilings

Sound Design

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