All its versions
| Game | Year | Platform | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Evil(this page) | 1996 | PlayStation, Sega Saturn, PC | Original |
| Resident Evil | 2002 | GameCube, Wii, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch, PC | Remake |
What it is
The survival-horror landmark: S.T.A.R.S. members explore the Spencer Mansion with fixed cameras, scarce ammo, and puzzle locks.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC | 1996 | Standard | — |
| PlayStation | 1996 | Standard | — |
| Sega Saturn | 1997 | Standard | — |
| Nintendo DS | 2006 | Resident Evil: Deadly Silence | — |
| PC | 2024 | Standard | Digital · GOG re-release |
Where it sits in the story
Arklay and Spencer Mansion (July 1998)
Where it sits for newcomers
For fans
The PlayStation original is foundational, but the 2002 remake is the better first version of the mansion.
See the full where-to-start guide →