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Resident Evil 6

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 43 Ratings

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  • Summary: Resident Evil 6 is a Survival-Horror game that continues the struggle against the series' signature zombie inducing bio-terror, while raising the bar with all new game functionality. Players enjoy a diverse play experience, highlighted by the ability to select between three scenariosResident Evil 6 is a Survival-Horror game that continues the struggle against the series' signature zombie inducing bio-terror, while raising the bar with all new game functionality. Players enjoy a diverse play experience, highlighted by the ability to select between three scenarios featuring multiple characters and intertwined storylines. Within these scenarios both stories and action cross paths. Additional features include zombies as well as new enemies, upgradable firepower and characters, vehicle based options, the mini-game based Mercenaries mode, and single-player and co-op play options.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Gaming Age
    Nov 19, 2019
    91
    As it stands, these are both really solid ports of some pretty fun video games from the last generation brought to portable life on the Switch. If you’re in the market for more Resident Evil on the go, then you’ll likely want to pick both up when you have a chance.
  2. Nintenderos
    Nov 18, 2019
    82
    A game that leaves the surival horror in the background and focuses on fighting. It shines in its multiplayer section but fails to give us a more frightening story.
  3. Vandal
    Nov 6, 2019
    73
    Resident Evil 6 is not what you would call a Resident Evil, but it’s a good over-the-top action shooter that works pretty well on Switch. This version could’ve had a better optimization, but it’s perfectly playable.
  4. Hobby Consolas
    Nov 5, 2019
    70
    As in previous versions, Resident Evil 6 is a game that you can love or hate, depending on what you expect. If you're looking for classical survival, you won't find it here... but if you are looking for mindless action movie full of content, you will like it. The Switch port is at least very good: it looks and moves like a charm.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 13, 2019
    65
    Resident Evil 6 was a strange mix of messed up elements and good ideas, with too many action and shooting elements in the flow. The Switch version takes it portable, despite some bad textures and unstable framerate.
  6. Switch Player
    Nov 14, 2019
    60
    Resident Evil 6 on Switch offers staggering value and bombastic action, but its muddled tone and lack of survival horror may leave long-term fans torn.
  7. 4Players.de
    Nov 1, 2019
    55
    A solid conversion of a disappointing game.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. dabmann11
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    The first thing I want to say is I completely understand why people hate this game it's not really a Resident Evil game I love this game soThe first thing I want to say is I completely understand why people hate this game it's not really a Resident Evil game I love this game so much I had a lot of fun with it but I meant this game is awful it's fun awful if you're a die-hard fan of the series then you might be more mixed but I'm more of a newbie to the franchise so that's why I like this game so much and I also loves third person shooters so yeah I'm bad reviews but there you go… Expand
  2. Hyuugaraul
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    If you like Resident Evil 6 you wont be disappointed with this version. Play as handheld is awesome and now be able to aim with motionIf you like Resident Evil 6 you wont be disappointed with this version. Play as handheld is awesome and now be able to aim with motion controls for me makes this version a must buy.
    Sadly RE4 doesn't have motion controls...    … Expand
  4. DukeJon
    Oct 30, 2019
    9
    Motion control is the icing on the cake for this excellent game. All dlc game modes have been thrown in, making this a purchase packed full ofMotion control is the icing on the cake for this excellent game. All dlc game modes have been thrown in, making this a purchase packed full of content. 4 very different campaigns, agent hunt, online and local co-op play all band together to make this an easy decision to make. What's more, if you've already got resident evil 4 you get a discounted price.… Expand
  5. RothChild88
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    Very nice Switch port of a somewhat underrated game. If you are fan of the action Resi games this is a must buy. Motion controls are solid,Very nice Switch port of a somewhat underrated game. If you are fan of the action Resi games this is a must buy. Motion controls are solid, the campaign will give you plenty of bang for your buck, plus all the extras it is certainly a value buy especially if you cop it during one of the very frequent Capcom sales on the e-shop. No, this game is no masterpiece like Resi-4 but if you've played that one to death this is a fun game to pick up with plenty of evolutions to the gameplay that make this feel fresh, though still not as satisfying in the gameplay department as RE4, especially with the fantastic weapon upgrade system missing which is substituted by a less satysfying skill upgrade system. Haven't played the Co-op but should be a blast, as every campaign is designed specifically to be enjoyed fully with another player sitting next to you on the couch. If you are on the fence about this game due to the awful reception by critics and fans at launch definitely give it a shot and you'll be pleasently surprised.… Expand
  6. Smoke_jaguar
    Nov 1, 2019
    8
    One of my favorite RE games, even though it's more action oriented.. I think it works and it's a nice change from the "standard" RE formula.One of my favorite RE games, even though it's more action oriented.. I think it works and it's a nice change from the "standard" RE formula. Multiple characters to choose from so the re-play value is very high for this title. Some minor frame rate hick ups but nothing that takes away from my experience so far. The addition of motion controls is nothing less than awesome and works really well with the joy-con. The over the top action is so much fun and if you like action games with a hint of horror this is a must buy classic… Expand
  7. PPaul27
    Oct 29, 2019
    7
    Despite the good native resolution the variable framerate,in some moments, is more closer to the last gen than to the current (especially inDespite the good native resolution the variable framerate,in some moments, is more closer to the last gen than to the current (especially in Chris campaign)..The variable framerate in Leon, Ada and Jake campaign, insted, is more closer to ps4/xone version but not stable at 50/60 fps.. capcom can do better! However, switch portability always offers a good feeling.… Expand

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