Should I play the original or the remake of Resident Evil 3?

Play the Resident Evil 3 Remake for modern controls, smoother action, better graphics, and an expanded hospital, but play the Original RE3 for more exploration, a less linear Raccoon City, story choices, and classic fixed-camera horror, as the remake is shorter and cuts major locations like the Clock Tower. Choose the Remake for action/modern fans or the Original for classic survival horror fans who enjoy exploration and classic mechanics.
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Should I play RE3 original or remake?

The Resident Evil 3 Remake offers superior graphics, smoother modern gameplay with improved dodging, and intense action, but significantly cuts content, areas (like the Clock Tower), and replayability from the original, which featured more expansive Raccoon City exploration, branching paths, multiple endings, and the beloved Mercenaries mode, leading many fans to prefer the original for its depth and atmosphere despite the remake's technical polish. 
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Is the resident evil 3 remake the same as the original?

Although Resident Evil 3 features the same premise as the original game, many parts were rearranged, especially when compared to the Resident Evil 2 remake, and several locations from the original were cut—namely, the clock tower, the graveyard, the park, and city hall.
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Is it worth playing resident evil 3 remake?

Resident Evil 3's remake is the weakest of the recent trilogy (2, 3, & 4), but it's still a damned good time. With it coming to Game Pass I don't feel bad recommending a download, as its short run time means you can finish it easily enough in a night or two.
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Why don't people like the RE3 Remake?

It removed Nemesis's name from the title, it didn't recreate the beloved RE3 opening, and it removed a lot of stuff from the original. I mean, RE2 also removed minor stuff from the OG, but it was still faithful, content wise. A lot of fans, reviewers etc. also complained how short the game is.
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Resident Evil 3: Original vs Remake

Which Resident Evil game is the goriest?

Having been designed with more weapons and monsters for a faster-paced experience, Resident Evil 4 is the most violent game in the series. An average play-through requires gamers to kill over 900 enemies. GWR Video Gamer's Edition 2008.
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Is a remaster or remake better?

The core gameplay, design, and story remain unchanged, making remasters less resource-intensive compared to remakes. While remakes aim to refresh and reimagine the original, remasters preserve the original experience, ensuring it meets modern technical standards.
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How long is RE3 og?

The original Resident Evil 3: Nemesis takes around 6 to 8 hours to beat for a first-time playthrough, with main story completion averaging about 6 hours, but it can be rushed in under 5 hours or extended with exploration and difficulty settings. A completionist run might take over 20 hours, though this includes Mercenaries mode and other extras not always counted in standard playthroughs. 
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Can I skip the Resident Evil 3 remake?

Resident Evil 3 Remake is good. Don't skip on it. The story is pretty good, the banter between Carlos and Jill is fun. It has a few cons, the main is it cuts a bit to much from the original, resulting in a pretty short game.
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Why nemesis after jill?

Nemesis is after Jill Valentine because she's a member of S.T.A.R.S., and the Umbrella Corporation deployed Nemesis to hunt and kill all surviving S.T.A.R.S. members to cover up their illegal activities and get revenge for the destruction of their original Tyrant. Since Chris Redfield and other members were gone, Jill and Brad Vickers were the main targets in Raccoon City, making Nemesis relentlessly pursue her throughout the game. 
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Which Resident Evil game is the shortest?

The shortest Resident Evil game for a first-time playthrough is often considered the Resident Evil 3 Remake, clocking in around 5-6 hours due to its linear, action-focused design and cut content from the original. However, for absolute speedruns or specific side games, Resident Evil: Survivor is potentially the shortest canon entry at under 2 hours, while some players can speedrun the original RE1 in just over an hour, though these aren't typical experiences. 
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Why did they change Nemesis?

In a bid to make the Nemesis alien more animated, the front of her was completely redesigned to feature one striking eye instead of the two smaller ones.
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Should I play re 1 or re 0 first?

The first Resident Evil came to PlayStation in 1996, though for those coming to the franchise in 2022, you'll want to play the 2002 remake (or its more recent HD remaster), as it improves gameplay and expands on the story. RE 1 picks up right after RE 0.
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Does Nemesis drop anything in RE3 remake?

As in the original Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, Nemesis will drop cases containing special items if he takes enough damage; he'll be immune to further harm at that point, so use the stun period to grab the drop and escape.
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Is the RE3 remake rushed?

4 years ago, CAPCOM rushed the release of Resident Evil 3 remake, advertising it with a map of a full-fledged Raccoon City, only to limit players to a few streets. They also advertised it with a poster of a beloved location, the Clock Tower, only to limit players to its doorstep.
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Do I need to play RE1 before RE3?

Most resident evil games are written in a way that makes them work as stand alone games, you don't need to play one to understand another, although some stuff would confuse you it will only be stuff unrelated to the specific games story, it would only be stuff involving overall lore and side content.
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Is Claire's story shorter than Leon's?

In Resident Evil 2 Remake, Claire's scenario (specifically the "B" run) is generally considered slightly shorter and more streamlined than Leon's, due to some different item placements, puzzles, or areas, making her path faster for experienced players, though both A and B campaigns are roughly the same length in total game time, with player skill being the biggest factor. 
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Why was RE 1.5 cancelled?

Resident Evil 1.5 was scrapped because producer Shinji Mikami and the team felt the nearly finished game was "dull," lacked suspense, and didn't connect well with the original Resident Evil's tone, despite ambitious features like visible clothing damage. Issues included disconnected story elements, an uninspiring Raccoon Police Station design, technical limitations, and a disjointed development process, leading to a full restart to create the beloved Resident Evil 2. 
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Is the RE3 original worth playing?

It's ABSOLUTELY worth playing BOTH versions. The 3make gets a lot of hate because they cut a lot of material and locations from the original but it's not a bad game. It's just too short. The original version of 3 is fantastic.
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Which Resident Evil has the longest?

According to HLTB, RE6 is the longest. Four lengthy campaigns really stretch the game out.
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How many endings are in RE3?

The original Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (1999) has two main endings, determined by player choices in "Live Selection" moments, affecting whether Nikolai survives and if Barry rescues Jill. In contrast, the Resident Evil 3 Remake (2020) has a single, scripted ending, streamlining the story and removing alternate paths, though it expands playable sections for Carlos. 
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Has a remake ever been better than the original?

Many movie fans believe remakes like The Thing, The Fly, Scarface, Ocean's Eleven, True Grit, Casino Royale, The Departed, and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo surpass their originals due to updated visuals, deeper storytelling, better performances, or fitting their contemporary era, though personal preference always plays a role. Horror remakes, especially The Thing (1982) and Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978), are frequently cited as superior.
 
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Which is better, remastered or original?

There's no universal "better"—remastered versions often offer modern tech upgrades (better graphics, cleaner audio) but can lose the original's charm or dynamic range; originals provide nostalgia and authenticity, though they might sound dated or technically flawed; it depends on the quality of the remastering, your preference for modern polish versus vintage feel, and the specific artist/game. 
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Is FF7 a remake or remaster?

It is the first in a trilogy of games remaking Square's Final Fantasy VII (1997), originally released for the PlayStation. An enhanced version, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, was released for PlayStation 5 and Windows in 2021, and will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S in 2026.
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