Resident Evil 4: 5 More Hours of Extra Gameplay! [Mobile/Archive]

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 12:17 AM

Looks like Capcom went all out with making the PS2 worthwhile by adding Ada Wong as a playable character...with 5 extra hours worth of gameplay. Sounds pretty sweet, and apparently the graphics haven't taken as big a hit as most would expect.

Looks like I may have to pick it up for my Xmas break. Although, I feel bad for getting this version in lieu of the GC version. =(

Link for RE4 - Separate Ways: http://ps2.ign.com/articles/653/653900p1.html

Link for genearl preview: http://ps2.ign.com/articles/653/653750p1.html

redgopher

09-28-2005, 12:18 AM

Capcom is going to piss a lot of people off by doing this, especially with what they're doing to Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition.

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 12:39 AM

Capcom is going to piss a lot of people off by doing this, especially with what they're doing to Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition.

I didn't know a DC3 SE was coming out.

Dr Mario Kart

09-28-2005, 12:42 AM

Indeed, I refuse to buy this game again, but I want to play that extra part, so I'll have to wait until someone I know buys it, even though I'll be actively persuading everyone I know not to.

Vinny

09-28-2005, 12:42 AM

Capcom already pissed of a lot of people by port RE4 to the PS2...

Oh well, I still doubt it'll be as great as the GC experience was. A 9 month wait for a few extra hours of gameplay wouldn't do it for me. RE4 on the GC was worth the $50 launch price. RE4 on the PS2 won't be worth $50 me.

Non-GC owning PS2 owners deserve something... a 9 month wait and 5 extra hours of gameplay is better than buying a system for one game.:) Plus, the GC had the advantage of better graphics and I'm assuming load times (I can only image the load times for the PS2 version unless Capcom worked some magic into it).

I'll get this when it hits the $10 mark...LOL

Dezuria

09-28-2005, 12:46 AM

I finished RE4 for the GC, but wasn't even interested in the Ada part. So I don't care if it was expanded or not.. ;)

Fun game, but I expected more due to all the hype.

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 12:47 AM

According to the IGN article, the load times arn't much worse than the GC's on a non-final build. Of course, take that with a grain of salt.

BIG5

09-28-2005, 01:02 AM

I hope it's easy to unlock, because I'm only renting it.

The Successful Dropout

09-28-2005, 01:04 AM

i'll definitely pick it up for $15-25

what's this i hear about a DMC 3 SE???

bobo2k4

09-28-2005, 01:40 AM

Since I sold my GC years before RE4 even came out, im dying to get this.
I have to put NBA 2k6 on hold till Christmas.

What is this about DMC3 SE?
I never played DMC3 whats going to be in SE?

redgopher

09-28-2005, 01:48 AM

DMC3 SE http://www.gamespot.com/news/2005/09/14/news_6133197.html?part=rss&tag=gs_news&subj=6133197

whoknows

09-28-2005, 02:00 AM

Too bad DMC3SE isnt coming to the states (for now at least).

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 02:04 AM

I wonder if Tecmo got this much heat when they released Ninja Gaiden Black and Dead or Alive: Ultimate. From my understanding - they're like expansions as opposed to entirely diffrent games.

j-fever

09-28-2005, 02:46 AM

Capcom is going to piss a lot of people off by doing this, especially with what they're doing to Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition.

What a bunch of babys. Capcom rules!

It is about time they release the better Capcom Game Cube Games of PS2 (like Vewtiful Joe), the game-Cube is just too small of a market. Nintendo is an excellent system, but the PS2 is king. Who cares if a the dozen or so GC players are pissed, 400,000 other gamers will be very happy.

Do people complain when Agetec releses yet ANOTHER variation of the same Armored Core, how about Konami Metal Gear Solid Substance (and Subsistence!), Tecmo Ninja Gaiden Black, Sega Super Monkey Ball Deluxe to PS2 and XB, Techu for Activision, what about every new version of sports title that EA brings out hell no!

As far as quality, the reviews already prove the the difference between the basic RE4 game on both platforms is minimal, just like VJ!

Of course, Capcom has a serious case a sequelitis, Imagine Street Fighter II running on PS3.....whatever...

PenguinMaster

09-28-2005, 02:54 AM

There was an article about this a couple months ago in OPM, I've been excited about it since. I'm not going to pay $40 (the launch price) for it, but I'll probably rent it and then buy it for $10-$15. Resident Evil 4 was the most expensive game I've bought this year (at $30), so I'm not spending a lot to rebuy it.

GizmoGC

09-28-2005, 03:48 AM

redgopher

09-28-2005, 03:50 AM

What a bunch of babys. Capcom rules!

It is about time they release the better Capcom Game Cube Games of PS2 (like Vewtiful Joe), the game-Cube is just too small of a market. Nintendo is an excellent system, but the PS2 is king. Who cares if a the dozen or so GC players are pissed, 400,000 other gamers will be very happy.

Do people complain when Agetec releses yet ANOTHER variation of the same Armored Core, how about Konami Metal Gear Solid Substance (and Subsistence!), Tecmo Ninja Gaiden Black, Sega Super Monkey Ball Deluxe to PS2 and XB, Techu for Activision, what about every new version of sports title that EA brings out hell no!

As far as quality, the reviews already prove the the difference between the basic RE4 game on both platforms is minimal, just like VJ!

Of course, Capcom has a serious case a sequelitis, Imagine Street Fighter II running on PS3.....whatever...

God, you're a douchebag.

I'm talking about a publisher re-releasing the same game with some cool extra features mere months after the original release, not sequels.

This is the same thing as the movie industry double dipping in DVD sales with movies like Resident Evil, The Fifth Element, I Robot and many more.

ManChowder

09-28-2005, 06:57 AM

anyone hear anything about EBGames special edition of RE4 for PS2? It says it comes with a metal case, but does that mean it's the same as the gamestop one? If it's a regular collector's case like Doom3 or Splinter Cell:CT then I'll grab it for sure, but I never liked that gamestop one.

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 10:18 AM

dcfox

09-28-2005, 10:59 AM

Capcom is going to piss a lot of people off by doing this, especially with what they're doing to Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition.
I am pissed off about this. I bought the GC version at launch and I think this is tantamount to a slap in the face of everybody else that did. Five exta hours in a 50 hour game like Final Fantasy isn't a big deal. But five extra hours in a 20 hour game like Resident Evil 4 is huge. All I know is there's no way I'm picking up a second copy for the PS2.

Dr Mario Kart

09-28-2005, 11:05 AM

This makes me wonder how well
a) Viewtiful Joe 1 PS2 vs GC
b) Killer 7 PS2 vs GC

javeryh

09-28-2005, 11:07 AM

Dr Mario Kart

09-28-2005, 11:13 AM

I'm still waiting for the GCN version to hit $20. I doubt the PS2 version will be that much better - plus, although it is rare, any type of graphical hit will probably make it a little worse of a game since it is supposed to be so immersive.

I dont think a graphical hit will affect immersion at all, but I do concur that it wont be significantly better. I think at this point I'm comfortable with adding it to my extensive boycott list.

ManChowder

09-28-2005, 04:23 PM

Interesting - I think GS is selling the same package so it may be like SC:CT instead of RE4 for GC.

I sure hope so! Imagine one of those SC:CT cases all red with the RE4 logo(not that crappy tin that gamestop had) that would be truly awesome. I would definitely buy it even though I own RE4 on the GC.

The VGM

09-28-2005, 04:32 PM

I'll get this when it hits the $10 mark...LOL

AKA never.

I don't get what everyone's getting pissy about, just rent the new one. No one is making you BUY IT. I'm bout to get it launch day, and if DMC3 Special Edition comes here, ima get that too.

CaoPi

09-28-2005, 04:53 PM

hah I hate it when they make expansions and release them at full price take Metal gear 3 substinance for case....

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 05:28 PM

hah I hate it when they make expansions and release them at full price take Metal gear 3 substinance for case....

They're releasing the regular PS2 version at $39.99, not $49.99 like the GC version at launch. The SE version is $50, however.

chickenhawk

09-28-2005, 05:30 PM

AKA never.

I don't get what everyone's getting pissy about, just rent the new one. No one is making you BUY IT. I'm bout to get it launch day, and if DMC3 Special Edition comes here, ima get that too.

I'm with you (although not necessarily on launch day). I don't like te double dipping either, but at least in RE 4's case, you had to know that there would be extras. Xbox owners have gotten better versions of the GTA series in the past when they got later releases. I'll likely buy the PS2 version cheap if the extras seem worth it (which they do). DMC 3 I will likely get near launch cause I love that series (if it comes here of course).

The VGM

09-28-2005, 05:32 PM

Well I'm gettin it at launch cause A) It's kickass and B) This Limited Edition might actually be limited

swetooth9

09-28-2005, 05:35 PM

in addition to the extra 5 hours of gameplay, RE4 will retail for 40 bucks :)

trq

09-28-2005, 05:46 PM

This makes me wonder how well
a) Viewtiful Joe 1 PS2 vs GC
b) Killer 7 PS2 vs GC

I don't expect anyone to just take my word on this until I find the link, but the Cube version of Joe absolutely KILLED the PS2 version; after having been out for nine months or so, the cube version actually still outsold the PS2 version the week it released.

Not good at all.

swetooth9

09-28-2005, 05:51 PM

I don't expect anyone to just take my word on this until I find the link, but the Cube version of Joe absolutely KILLED the PS2 version; after having been out for nine months or so, the cube version actually still outsold the PS2 version the week it released.

Not good at all.

i'm happy that happened...that's how i got my copy (ps2) for 7 bucks new! :D

whoknows

09-28-2005, 07:05 PM

hah I hate it when they make expansions and release them at full price take Metal gear 3 substinance for case....

MGS3 is going to be 3 discs IIRC. And have a ton more stuff so I will gladly pay full price for that.

As For RE4, Yes I'm buying it on launch. All the extras are worth it and its going at $40 so I'm just going to get the Special Edition of it.

If DMC3 SE comes out in the U.S. I won't think twice before buying that. So far DMC3 was the game that was most worth my money....ever. I have put tons of hours on it so the SE would be awesome too.

zman73

09-28-2005, 07:40 PM

Ill get it when it hits 20, and keep my GCN version (tin) nice and sealed, since I beat that game a while back... that game is so good, I really dont mind the double dip

swetooth9

09-28-2005, 09:01 PM

MGS3 is going to be 3 discs IIRC. And have a ton more stuff so I will gladly pay full price for that.

As For RE4, Yes I'm buying it on launch. All the extras are worth it and its going at $40 so I'm just going to get the Special Edition of it.

If DMC3 SE comes out in the U.S. I won't think twice before buying that. So far DMC3 was the game that was most worth my money....ever. I have put tons of hours on it so the SE would be awesome too.

what's in the DMC 3 SE? i heard about it like a month ago, but i didnt see anything new that was in the SE...

js1

09-28-2005, 09:10 PM

what's in the DMC 3 SE? i heard about it like a month ago, but i didnt see anything new that was in the SE...

According to the latest issue of Famitsu, Capcom will release Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition for the PlayStation 2 this winter in Japan. Development of the game is reportedly complete, so its release should see no delays.

Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition will be an upgraded version of Devil May Cry 3 with a number of new features. The biggest addition revealed thus far is the inclusion of Dante's evil twin, Vergil, as a playable character. While Vergil was briefly playable in the original DMC3, players will now be able to unlock him and play the game from his point of view.

Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition will also include a new "very hard" difficulty setting, and a "demo digest" option that allows players to watch cutscenes from the game. The game is expected to be playable at this week's Tokyo Game Show.

Now that the show has begun, Capcom has unveiled its official Web site for Devil May Cry 3: Special Edition, showcasing some new artwork from the game, as well as Vergil and his various weapons.

Trakan

09-28-2005, 09:10 PM

what's in the DMC 3 SE? i heard about it like a month ago, but i didnt see anything new that was in the SE...

It's linked earlier in the thread.

The Successful Dropout

09-28-2005, 09:15 PM

my best guess is that DMC 3 SE will be coming to the states and that's why you haven't seen a pricedrop on DMC 3 yet....when the SE hits, the regular one will drop down to $20-$30

swetooth9

09-28-2005, 09:17 PM

oh yeaa...vergil..forgot about that...extra playable character and the cutscene "theatre"...sounds good...

whoknows

09-28-2005, 09:37 PM

Sadly in DMCSE "Very Hard" mode is between Normal and Dante Must Die mode...I was hoping it would be harder....ah well, playing as Vergil sounds really cool.

cag1000

09-28-2005, 09:40 PM

Will the ps2 version have a super cool tin version like the GS GC version?
Which should I get?
The GS tin version?
or the new PS2 version?

Ecofreak

09-28-2005, 10:03 PM

Will the ps2 version have a super cool tin version like the GS GC version?
Which should I get?
The GS tin version?
or the new PS2 version?

If you're deciding factor is on the extras that come w/ the PS2, check out Gamestop.com for details. Pics of the case itself, however, are not up yet.

Nirvanaguy777

09-28-2005, 10:11 PM

Hehe I still find it funny how it says ONLY FOR GAMECUBE on the side of my RE4 game case, ahhhh shit I think Ill be purchasing RE4 for ps2 as well, fuck you capcom.

AlbinoNinja

09-28-2005, 11:19 PM

haha! i held out on all these great games and will be able to enjoy them later now with improvements!

Duo_Maxwell

09-29-2005, 03:31 AM

I don't expect anyone to just take my word on this until I find the link, but the Cube version of Joe absolutely KILLED the PS2 version; after having been out for nine months or so, the cube version actually still outsold the PS2 version the week it released.

Not good at all.

I don't have a link either, but I can back you up on that. And I don't know about Killer 7's sales, but the GC version recieved much more crictical acclaim than it's PS2 counter part.

manofpeace20

10-01-2005, 07:44 PM

It isn't like none of us knew RE4 wouldn't be coming to the PS2 since last Februrary. Game companies do this all the time. Seeing as how Gamecube has the smallest following of all three consoles, it was simply a business decision. XBOX did the same thing with Ninja Gaiden and Fable....Sony did it with each Metal Gear game. And how about when Gamecube got exclusive dibs on the Resident Evil Remake and Twin Snakes?

Ecofreak

10-02-2005, 02:46 AM

Man, the more I read about it the more I want to buy it - even at full price so I can play this Winter Break.

GizmoGC

10-02-2005, 03:05 PM

So they are calling the 5 hours of PS2 Loadtimes 'Extra Gameplay'? Interesting...

989boi

10-11-2005, 06:22 PM

is the premium editon worth the extra $10??

"The Resident Evil 4 Premium Edition includes a Custom Resident Evil 4 Steel Case, Resident Evil 4 game, a making of Resident Evil 4 DVD, a limited edition Laser Cell of Ada Wong and Brady Games' Resident Evil Prologue Mini Art Book."

Sounds just like the Gamestop Special Edition but this one has an Ada Wong laser cell instead.

dpatel

10-11-2005, 06:37 PM

I really hate how people complain about companies double dipping like this. I really don't mind. No one is forcing you to buy it. Even with the newer versions coming out, it still doesn't take anything away from your older version. Its not like they are taking away something from you. They add stuff that they think people wanted, and it is up to YOU if you buy it or not. I don't condone what they are doing but IMO, the original RE4, DMC3, MGS2, MGS3, Ninja Gaiden, and any other game that was double dipped has enough content on its own to justify a purchase.

It seems like a trend is starting though. DMC3: SE is news to me. I wouldn't be surprised if the majority of AAA titles followed suit and started releasing special editions of their games. It works for DVDs so expect it to continue onto gaming.

Haggar

10-11-2005, 06:42 PM

So they are calling the 5 hours of PS2 Loadtimes 'Extra Gameplay'? Interesting...

IGN is reporting the unfinished PS2 version has comparable load times to the Gamecube version. And the PS2 version isn't even finished.

I'm glad I waited for the PS2 version.

dudecool320

10-12-2005, 03:52 PM

God, you're a douchebag.

I'm talking about a publisher re-releasing the same game with some cool extra features mere months after the original release, not sequels.

This is the same thing as the movie industry double dipping in DVD sales with movies like Resident Evil, The Fifth Element, I Robot and many more.

That pisses me off when they re-release DVD movies months after release.:booty:

TheRock88

10-21-2005, 07:32 PM

Dont know if this has been posted yet, but to those who preordered from Gamestop (and possibly Game Crazy), it says that it comes with a bonus figure. Well, it looks like it's not gonna be the really good NECA ones. Its gonna be some cheap plastic figure, cant complain at least cause it's free.

http://www.thehorrorisalive.com/imagedisplay.php?img=news/pics/2005%2010%2015/01.jpg

Here's the link where it came from.
http://www.thehorrorisalive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=249