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Resident Evil 4
Also known as: RE4, Biohazard 4 (JPN), Resident Evil 4 (EU)
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The fourth installment of Capcom's pivotal "Survival Horror" series continues on Nintendo GameCube and PS2. The title takes place in 2004 some six years after the events that transpired in Resident Evil 2. The government has destroyed the Umbrella Corporation, which has been behind just about every plot and disgusting bio-chemical mutation in the survival horror series. Now-US agent Leon Kennedy (of Resident Evil 2 fame) has been dispatched to Europe to save the President's daughter from "crazed organizations." RE4 boasts some of the most impressive visuals to date on Nintendo's next generation console, and takes the series into the realm of truly three-dimensional gameplay. Stagnant environments found in previous Resident Evil games are replaced by detailed 3D surroundings complete with dynamic camera work.

Previews

RE4: The Thing Under the Lake - December 8, 2004
We detail one of the most terrifying boss fights in Resident Evil history. Drop dead gorgeous new movies included.

RE4: Be Very Afraid - December 6, 2004
We go hands-on with the dazzling new build. Find out why we'll never sleep again. Plus 14 new direct-feed movies show off never-before-seen events and areas.

Resident Evil 4 - November 23, 2004
Capcom reveals a ton of new details on weapon upgrades, the new inventory system, controlling Ashley and more.

TGS 2004: Evil Makes Progress - September 24, 2004
A look at Capcom's updated Resident Evil 4 build.

E3 2004: Resident Evil 4 - May 12, 2004
Raccoon City nuked and Leon on the run from satanic monks. Capcom pulls back the curtain.

Resident Evil 4 - March 17, 2004
You think you know, but you have no idea. New hands-on impressions and media.

E3 2003: Resident Evil 4 First Look - May 13, 2003
Unbelievably gorgeous, horribly disturbing, and only on GameCube.

Features

Resident Evil 4 Q&A; - November 10, 2004
Is there a virus? Is Ada Wong in the game? 12 quick answers from the game's producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4: Live from Japan - October 15, 2004
We travel to Osaka to get all the answers on the mysterious bosses, the weapons, the gore, and more. This is an in-depth look at the entire project.

Making a Better Evil - October 6, 2004
Five suggestions to help make what is bound to be one of 2005's best games even better.

The Five Best Things About Resident Evil 4 - July 1, 2004
We expose Capcom's Resident Evil virus.

Resident Evil Series Profile - June 25, 2004
IGNcube explores RE's twisted plotlines. Today Jill's stalked by an invincible Nemesis.

Interview: Kobayashi - June 2, 2004
RE4's Producer discusses what keeps him up at night.

Insider Video Features: Perrin Kaplan Video Interview - May 26, 2004
The on-screen version of our E3 2004 interview; discusses DS, Legend of Zelda, third-party support, and much more.

GameCube Best of E3 2004 Awards - May 21, 2004
Zelda, Resident Evil, Metroid Prime 2 -- wow! Click here to read up on our picks for the cream of the crop.

E3 2004: Resident Evil 4 Interview - May 13, 2004
Producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi talks about infected villagers, monsters, playable characters, story developments and why we will be scared out of our wits.

Resident Evil 4 Secrets Revealed - March 23, 2004
Is Umbrella Corporation in the game? What about zombies? Capcom lifts the veil.

Xbox: The Xbox Dream Five - March 18, 2004
They aren't on Xbox yet, but we want them to be.

Interview: Resident Evil 4 - March 17, 2004
Producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi gives us the spooky details on the game.

The Most Anticipated Games of 2004 - January 23, 2004
We give you 20 reasons to love your GameCube this year.

Graphs: Resident Evil GCN Sales - January 16, 2004
Original games = good. Ports = bad.

News

RE4 Marketing Push - December 17, 2004
Capcom prepares massive campaign to promote the latest in the series.

RE4 European Release Date - December 17, 2004
The horror masterpiece to set sail soon.

RE4: Evil Controller - December 14, 2004
Brandish the bloody chainsaw.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4 - December 6, 2004
Three lengthy clips from the latest build show off all the glorious horror.

RE4: Ada Wong Revealed - December 6, 2004
The beauty crossed Leon's path six years ago, and now she's back. Screens and details.

RE4: Japanese Launch Details - November 4, 2004
Price and bonus DVD revealed.

Resident Evil 4 Exclusive No More - October 31, 2004
Capcom Japan announces that a PlayStation 2 version is in development.

FilmForce: Games-to-Film Frenzy II - October 13, 2004
Which games are headed to the big screen?

RE4 Dated in Japan - October 13, 2004
The wait won't be too long.

Gear: Nuby Preps Resident Evil 4 Controller - October 6, 2004
In the shape of -- yes -- a chainsaw. Official prototype image included.

NubyTech Preps Resident Evil 4 Controller - October 6, 2004
In the shape of -- yes -- a chainsaw. Official prototype image included.

Resident Evil 4 Media Blowout - October 4, 2004
The brand new trailer. Plus director Shinji Mikami plays through the advanced demo. All in direct-feed!

Resident Evil 4 - September 15, 2004
Behold the official box art.

Resident Evil 4 Demo For Japan - August 27, 2004
If you want to play the game in 2004, here's your chance.

Insider: Roundtable #122: Too Much for 2004? - August 18, 2004
Is there an overload of games in the year's end, can that even be a problem?

Official: Resident Evil 4 in 2005 - August 3, 2004
Scheduled to ship in early January.

Resident Evil 4: 55 New Screens - July 29, 2004
Ashley and El Gigante up close, Leon at the graveyard, lunatic villagers with torches, huge castle explosions and deadly new weapons!

Resident Evil 4 Video - July 26, 2004
You are dead. Watch what happens to Leon when the villagers gang up on him.

Resident Evil 4 - July 7, 2004
Nearly a minute of new footage spotlights Leon's battle with insane villagers.

Resident Evil 4 - June 28, 2004
Leon can run, but he can't hide. More than two new minutes of footage.

Resident Evil 4 - May 27, 2004
Watch Leon kick some villager ass in more than seven new minutes of uncut direct-feed-quality footage.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4: Eight Gory Minutes - May 27, 2004
Half of the entire E3 demo in widescreen. Weak hearts be advised.

Insider: Insider's E3 2004 Picks - May 20, 2004
Fran lays out his list of favorites from the show.

Insider: Capcom: E3 2004 Booth Report - May 18, 2004
Resident Evil 4 or Devil May Cry 3? This'll be a brawl...

E3 2004: Resident Evil 4 - May 14, 2004
See new movies of Leon killing cows and kicking villagers.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4 Widescreen - May 14, 2004
Crisp, direct-quality video in widescreen even. You have to see this and hear it!

E3 2004: Resident Evil 4 - May 11, 2004
Brand new trailer in 320x240 and 640x480 high-res!

Resident Evil 4 - April 16, 2004
Capcom releases the US trailer for the next installment in its creepy franchise.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4 (New Style) - March 30, 2004
Capcom's totally revamped sequel shows itself. Check out this sweet high-res trailer now.

Fresh Resident Evil 4 Trailer - March 29, 2004
Brand-new, the first lovely footage of the revamped RE4 has arrived. Must click!

Resident Evil 4 - March 19, 2004
Five brand new screens.

Resident Evil 4 - March 4, 2004
Screens of the reinvented title.

Resident Evil 4 in Japan - March 1, 2004
Japan gets details and video footage soon.

Playable Resident Evil 4 - January 30, 2004
Survival horror sequel shows up in Vegas.

Big Things for Resident Evil - January 20, 2004
Analysts expect huge numbers for RE4.

Resident Evil 4 Release Date - January 12, 2004
We take away the 'X' from '200X.' Get the scoop here.

Resident Evil 4 - January 6, 2004
Still only on GameCube.

TGS 2003: Resident Evil 4 - September 26, 2003
Creepy new images.

RE4 and Killer 7 Trailers at TGS - September 22, 2003
Capcom fans get set!

Resident Evil Collector Box - June 2, 2003
Capcom's survival-horror finest, all in one package.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4 (E3 2003) - May 13, 2003
High-Res: From Nintendo's press conference. New footage.

E3 2003: Resident Evil 4 Footage - May 13, 2003
Get it here first!

E3 2003: Resident Evil 4 at the Show - May 12, 2003
Details here!

Capcom Issues Statement on Resident Evil - April 4, 2003
Exclusive? Not exclusive? You make the call!

Capcom Considering RE5 - March 7, 2003
The company snags the Internet domain rights for the future project.

Resident Evil 4 - January 13, 2003
New screenshots.

Survival Horror 2004 - December 10, 2002
Resident Evil 4 a long way off, says Capcom.

Capcom on GCN Five Exclusivity - December 10, 2002
Details here.

Insider Video Features: Capcom 5 High-Res - December 6, 2002
Gorgeous footage in 640x480 and 400x300 resolutions.

Insider Video Features: Resident Evil 4 High-Res - December 5, 2002
The full trailer in 640x480 Quicktime form. Must download.

RE4 Screens - November 26, 2002
Click.

Capcom Big 5 Direct Feed - November 22, 2002
RE4, Viewtiful Joe, Dead Phoenix, Killer 7 and PN03 videos!

Insider: Inside the Capcom Conference - November 18, 2002
See how Capcom unveils five big GameCube games.

Capcom High Res Screens - November 14, 2002
See the games for the first time!

Resident Evil 4 Details - November 14, 2002
Download the awesome footage inside.

Capcom's Fantastic Five - November 13, 2002
Brand new franchises revealed, a first look at RE4, plus videos.

Capcom Brings the Evil to Cube - September 11, 2001
Biohazard 0, Biohazard, Biohazard 2, Nemesis, Code Veronica and Biohazard 4 -- exclusive!

Resident Evil 4 to Cube - January 8, 2001
Capcom pledges mutli-platform support for its next-generation Resident Evil sequel.

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Matt's RE4 Impressions!! (New Info)
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Published by: Capcom
Developed by: Capcom Production Studio 4
Genre: Third-Person Action Adventure
Number of Players: 1
Release Date
US: January 11, 2005
Japan: Unreleased
Europe: Unreleased

Features: 16:9 Support, 480p Support, Dolby Pro Logic II, Memory Card, Stereo Surround

Media Size: 2 GODs

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