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Three Resident Evil Titles to Launch Simultaneously on Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom is preparing a major release for the Nintendo Switch 2. Ports of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Resident Evil Village will launch on the same day. Early reviews from Western publications confirm these are not mere token releases, but full-fledged editions optimized for the Switch 2's capabilities.
The re-release of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard in its Gold Edition has received rave reviews and become the critics' top favorite. Journalists are calling the Switch 2 version the perfect survival horror. The game successfully retains the classic atmosphere, first-person perspective, the terrifying setting of the Baker mansion, and the tense gameplay with constant resource scarcity.
Visually, the game is almost on par with versions for stationary consoles. Reviewers particularly highlight the stable 60 FPS frame rate in both handheld and docked modes—without drops or hitches—as well as near-instant level loading that takes mere seconds. The inclusion of the full suite of DLC in the Gold Edition makes the purchase especially worthwhile. Critics emphasize that Resident Evil 7 has "aged like fine wine": the game has not lost its relevance and is still capable of scaring and captivating players.
The reception for Resident Evil Village was slightly more restrained but overall positive. Critics praise Capcom for developing the ideas of the seventh installment and its successful shift towards action. Story episodes featuring Ethan Winters—from Lady Dimitrescu's castle to the sinister Heisenberg factory—are noted for their dynamic pace, keeping players engaged. The Gold Edition offers expanded content: in addition to the main campaign, the release includes the story DLC about Rose, the "Mercenaries" mode, and a third-person perspective option.
Both games demonstrate a commendable level of optimization on the Switch 2, though there are differences between them. Resident Evil 7 earned praise for its flawless performance: a stable 60 frames per second in any console mode makes the port exceptionally polished, without any technical issues. Resident Evil Village received minor remarks regarding its performance in handheld mode: occasional frame rate dips are noted in open areas. However, when docked to a TV, the situation changes—the game demonstrates a stable frame rate and high-quality graphics.