Anthology series begins in July 1998 (affectionately known as the Mansion Incident).
Unless stated, PS1 original provides the entertainment.
Back art sets the standard.
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| A series of gory attacks in the area surrounding a remote biotech lab brings in S.T.A.R.S. (Special Tactics and Rescue Squad) to investigate. |
And there was me thinking that S.T.A.R.S. stood for Special Tactics and Rescue Service.
HA HA HA!
Somewhat ironically, in Paul W. S. Anderson's live-action universe, it is Squad.
At least heavily cut European/North American intro got things right.
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| (Special Tactics And Rescue Service) |
But newspaper headline has its own problems.
STARS isn't abbreviated, And should be lowercase and there's some awful spacing issues.
So instead of:
'STARS'(Special Tactics And Rescue Service)sent to save Raccoon City.
Daily rag should read:
'S.T.A.R.S.' (Special Tactics and Rescue Service) sent to save Raccoon City.
Perhaps more amusing is this.
In April 1996, Marvel published a free one-shot comic to promote original game's release, throwing in two discount coupons.
How generous.
It explains that after Bravo team's helicopter crash-landed, Richard Aiken fled to the isolated mansion.
Right off the bat.
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| While on a mission to investigate a series of disappearances in a remote mountain community, a team from Special Tactics and Rescue Squad (S.T.A.R.S.) runs into trouble. |
What is HAPPENING here?
The Mandela effect?
Wesker assembles Alpha team and Richard encounters Yawn.
12-page short ends when chopper lands, setting up iconic FMV intro.
Back to the game.
Files
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| Plant 42 Report 4 days have passed etc etc. It has been effected by the T-Virus differently than other plants have been and shows unique shape in addition to its size. |
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| Barry's Picture Depending on player's decision-making, the beard to be feared can die either Underground or inside Laboratory. With his dying breath, he will give Jill a family photo. My dearest Moira and Poly. Blah blah. Your father will watching you all from heaven. |
How do I know?
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| Gamecube (2002) |
Guess daughter changed name by deed poll.
Also, final sentence makes no sense, and should read:
Your father will be watching you all from heaven.
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| Fax Regarding the "T-Virus" outbreak which occured recently, this Committee conducted a field survey. According to the survey results, it occurred to me nobody knew how to spell. |
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| Orders 3. Destroy the Arkley lab including all researchers and lab animals in a manner which will seem accidental. |
Arklay Mountains seems destined to remain within the confines of picture frame, unless like Resi 7, Village makes reference.
Ever approached a door and witness hinged barrier miraculously change colour as it opens?
No? Me neither.
But this is a major problem inside the Spencer Mansion.
As so many examples exist, selection follows.
One more.
Skulking around kitchen attracts an unwelcome guest.
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| Door is rosewood (kinda). |
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| CG of zombie walking downstairs shows door is grey/silver. |
Exiting room.
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| Light-ish brown. |
Telepathy?
Miscellany
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| Portrait inside dining room is described as being A picture of a woman. Remarkable really, as this is Altobello Malone's Portrait of a Gentleman (widely believed to be Cesare Borgia, Son of Pope Alexander VI). |
Using slides on projector reveals Wesker ain't Mr. Clean.
Title is Umbrella Bio-Organic Weapon Official Report.
Caption isn't even close.
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| "Umbrella Inc." "Bio-weapon Materials" |
Why even bother?
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| Jill finds Richard, who explains he was attacked by a huge... snake, and also... poisonous. |
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| In the next room, we assume bloody handprint belongs to Richard. |
So how the FUCK did 'terrible demon' sink poisonous fangs into our man when shield key is needed to access room?
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| Even after serum is fetched, endeavour is fruitless. Before biting the dust, he gives Jill his invisible radio. |
Here's a splendid continuity error.
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| You'll first encounter Yawn in the attic. |
Fighting serpent is a waste of ammo, but does result in scaring bastard away.
Most importantly, monster bears no battle scars.
After defeating Plant 42, a fight to the death awaits back in the mansion.
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| Note that beastie has magically sustained physical damage. |
Hmmm.
Check this out.
Hunters turn up once Armour key is got.
Now compare above to CG.
Yup, heavy duty double-door is missing and after creature exits room, crest plaque has also mysteriously disappeared.
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| Jill and Barry observe the ultimate lifeform - Tyrant. |
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| Ms. Valentine is all present and correct, but... |
See what I did there?
(Laughs).
Curious.
Dual Shock Ver. is no different.
Same shit happens if playing as Chris.
Character bios
Additional comments made at my discretion.
Alpha Team
Barry Burton
Chris Redfield's old friend and partner. Former SWAT team member, Barry maintains and supplies for all S.T.A.R.S. members. He has over 16 years of experience, and has lead many projects to success. Barry is a trusty ally, but has had some troubles with his wife and 2 daughters recently. He may look or sound depressed at times.
Oops. Printing has led to a mistake.
Joesph Frost
Previous member of S.T.A.R.S. Bravo Team, and already stationed in Raccoon City. Joseph was recently promoted to serve as vehicle specialist for Alpha Team. Many members are jealous of his promotion, but he was moved up by Wesker himself. Joseph is young, enthusiastic and very curious.
As promotion has already happened, context should be past-tense, ie. 'were'.
Chris Redfield
After being kicked out of the Air Force, Chris became a drifter until he met Barry Burton. Barry recruited him for the newly formed S.T.A.R.S. Now Chris has been reassigned to a smaller unit at Raccoon City headquarters to prove himself quickly. A tough guy who possesses both a strong mentality and great vitality, Chris has a great advantage with weapons when surrounded by many enemies.
Jill Valentine
An intelligent soldier that has rescued many S.T.A.R.S. members from danger in the past. Jill has been reassigned to Raccoon City just like Chris. She is excellent with special mechanical devices such as lock picks. Jill has strong moral convictions and fights for what she believes in. While she has a great capacity for holding items, her small vitality puts her at an immediate disadvantage.
Brad Vickers
Brad is a computer expert and is an excellent information gatherer. Unfortunately, his fear and dying and lack of enthusiasm for rushing into danger have earned him the nickname "Chickenheart". While Chris a qualified pilot, Brad has become the helicopter flier for Alpha Team.
Albert Wesker
Wesker has risen quickly inside the S.T.A.R.S. organisation and currently leads the Alpha Team. Viewed by many as a "cool guy", from his snappy haircut to perpetual shades, Wesker was recruited by a headhunter for his sharp insight and eventually founded the ST.A.R.S. unit in Raccoon City.
Bravo Team
Richard Aiken
A very important member of S.T.A.R.S. serving as Bravo's communications expert. The only link back to headquarters out in the field. Richard actually has to pull double duty as radioman for both units since Alpha Team really has no trained operator, except for Jill (who has a knack for technology). A very positive person, Richard greets new members warmly.
Rebecca Chambers
The youngest member of the group, Rebecca has been recruited for her knowledge of field medicine and First Aid. She is nervous around other members, both because of her age (18) and due to her lack of experience. Rebecca is eager to please and will take on any task assigned to her without hesitation.
Could final sentence be any more suggestive?
[Yak Yak Yak].
Enrico Marini
Bravo Team's leader, and Wesker's second in command for the S.T.A.R.S. unit. Enrico feels threatened by the arrival of Alpha Team, thinking that Chris or Barry may end up replacing him as #2 to Wesker. Nonetheless, Enrico is a dedicated S.T.A.R.S. operative and is always proud to lead the unit when Wesker lets him.
More soon.
Forest Speyer
Forest is a great sniper in addition to his duties as Bravo's vehicle specialist. He is a consummate professional, and his work earns him great respect from the other members. He instantly clicks with Chris, and it seems they'll end up good team-mates.
Again, I have a problem with context, as 'clicks' should be clicked.
Kenneth J. Sullivan
A quiet but very talented field scouting officer. Also is an expert on chemistry. He wonders why his chemical experience would be necessary in Raccoon City but quickly discounts his hesitancy since Wesker himself sought him for enlisting in S.T.A.R.S.
Now for Director's Cut.
Call the following whatever you want, but what they did is beyond reason.
First off, all names are in CAPS and there's a clear break between name and profile.
Apart from Wesker, all Alpha bios have been shortened.
WHY?
Barry's 'final' sentence is slightly reworded and corrects goof.
He has over 16 years of experience, and has led many successful projects.
Switching to Bravo, things get more interesting.
Richard
A very important member of S.T.A.R.S. serving as Bravo's communications expert. The only link back to headquarters out in the field. Richard actually has to pull double duty as radioman for both units since Alpha Team really has no trained operator.
Previously:
Richard actually has to pull double duty as radioman for both units since Alpha Team really has no trained operator, except for Jill (who has a knack for technology). A very positive person, Richard greets new members warmly.
Last act of Rebecca's blurb is changed to:
She is nervous around other members, both because of her age and lack of experience.
I kinda get why sexual innuendo was removed, but why leave out age?
Enrico
Enrico feels threatened by the arrival of Alpha Team, thinking that Chris or Barry may end up replacing him as number 1 to Wesker.
Checking back, he was threatened by the prospect of Redfield or Burton replacing him as #2 to Wesker.
I am very FUCKING confused.
Kenneth's is the final to be rewritten.
A quiet but very talented field scouting officer, Kenneth formerly worked as a chemist. He wonders why his chemical experience is necessary in Raccoon City but quickly discounts this hesitancy since Wesker himself enlisted him in S.T.A.R.S.
Title screen
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| Director's Cut: Resident Evil |
Especially since cover art disagrees.
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| Resident Evil: Director's Cut |
Bonus round
Ignoring ports (where no two are the same), I briefly dissect final remake on DS.
Deadly Silence offered two gameplay modes - Rebirth and Classic.
Latter speaks for itself, and although former is basically Director's Cut, new FPS knife sections utilise stylus and a host of rooms boast exclusive puzzles.
Oh, some areas have more than one type of enemy, which to this day - remains unique.
Anyway.
This is more cosmetic, but still a head-scratcher.
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| Tyrant CG bizarrely omits Jill/Chris. |
New director Minoru Nakai was unavailable for comment.
End credits doesn't list live-action cast, but 'special appreciation goes out to the original Resident Evil staff!'
Masterful Gamecube remake is up next.
