'Probably' everything that Resident Evil Village ripped off

The concept of Nazi scientists performing occult experiments to create super soldiers is central to films such as Outpost and Overlord.

It must be said that the latter basically raped Return to Castle Wolfenstein.

Anyway, once we enter Heisenberg's factory, we'll encounter some 'original' enemy designs, unless of course you've seen Richard Raaphorst's Frankenstein's Army. 

Soldat Zwei vs Burnt Match Man

Soldat Eins vs 4-Eyes Worker

Soldat Panzer vs Crypt Monster

But the prize goes to actual boss.

Sturm vs Propellerhead

Despite some subtle differences (no arms and chainsaw blades), it's absolutely fucking unbelievable.

MPI Media Group own film rights, but whether they'll take action remains to be seen.

In mitigation, the only thing Capcom could hide behind is that Air Man (who debuted in Mega Man 2) also has a propellor lodged inside his torso.

Still a huge stretch though.

Now feast your eyes on this shit.

Bride of Chucky

Angie vs Tiffany¹

¹Also appears in Seed of Chucky and Cult of Chucky.

Curse of Chucky

Angie biting Ethan's thumb vs Chucky failing to bite Barb's finger

Proof that opposites attract.

Heisenberg mutated² vs Tetsuo: The Iron Man

²Apparently modelled on a Royal Moth Caterpillar.

Akira

Dirty flasks vs Specimen jars

(Laughs).

Cut scene vs Underworld: Evolution (1202 A.D. opening sequence)

Snowy surroundings and house on fire?

Too convenient.

Soldats vs Resident Evil: Retribution (clone manufacturing)

How they're transported on pseudo conveyor belt is identical to shenanigans at Umbrella Prime.

Can it get any better (or worse)?

Maybe.

Tenebrae

Miranda³ vs Marion

Yeah, they're both photographs.

What the FUCK?

Dario Argento's masterful chiller was inspired by an obsessed fan making death threats against acclaimed director.

³Antagonist imitated Mia, as confirmed by Chris near the end.

Finally.

According to art director Tomonori Takano, Lady Alcina Dimitrescu was primarily influenced by Japanese internet urban legend Hasshaku-sama and notorious serial killer Countess Elizabeth Báthory. 

Fair enough.

But I'm suggesting something far more sinister.

Lust (Fullmetal Alchemist)

The facts.

Both are beautiful, have large breasts, can instantly extend fingers into malleable claws and possess incredible regenerative powers.

Remember, you 'saw' it here first.

Resident Evil Village - Beyond the Horror

Series references

Ethan's house

We begin with literature.

A Historical look into the Architecture of Eastern European Castles and Keeps by George Trevor

Dude designed the Spencer Mansion and Baker residence.

Gun Survivalist: A Heavy Firearms Manual for Field Combat Situations by Joseph Kendo

Robert's brother conceived the Silver Ghost, Leon's starting weapon in Resi 4.

Joke comes at the end.

Let me explain.

Mushrooms are a type of fungus, and fungus is a form of 'Mold'.

Resi 4 (cancelled Hallucination build)

Donna remotely controls Angie (and vicious friends) inside House Beneviento.

In what would later evolve into Devil May Cry, Leon is attacked by knife-wielding living dolls.

Resi 5

During boss battle with Heisenberg, Magneto wannabe says "I'm going to murder that boulder-punching asshole, but you're first."

HA HA HA!

Teddy bear

Plush toy is merely a treasure item.

Reused asset?

After all, we've seen shit before.

Resi 3

Resi 7

But wait.

In Revelations 2, Natalia gives Lottie big hugs.

Resi 4
Ada's Jet-ski Key.

Code: Veronica

Optional boss fight takes place at Otto's Mill.

Considering tough bastard wields an axe.

Steve the Monster

Best of all.

Resi Evil 1996 (uncut intro)

Before we assume control of Chris, our man sparks up a fag.

Across the board

Now the fun really begins.

House Beneviento

On the way to undoubtedly game's best section, numerous dolls swing from trees.

This echoes Dario Argento's giallo classic Deep Red.

One more.

A ball of yarn is seen on table.

Random?

Not really.

Prior to Amanda's death, look what's sitting on chair.

It's entirely plausible that gloomy interior was based on 'The House of the Screaming Child'.

P.T.

Telephone

Okay, Ethan also takes a call in Resi 7.

Baby

As we can hide from horrific monstrosity, gameplay mechanic very briefly smacks of Clock Tower 3, and/or spiritual sequel Haunting Ground.

The Shining

Angie taunts Ethan by saying:

"I'd make a much better daughter than Rose. Please won't you stay with me - forever?

As there's a distinct pause between 'me' and 'forever', this is very similar in principle to the Grady twins.

"Hello Danny. Come and play with us. Come and play with us Danny. Forever. And ever, and ever."

Hidden mother photography

Donna holding Angie seems to be lifted what was popular during the Victorian era.

Jacob's Ladder (1990)

Once Ethan gives Angie the point with scissors, heads begin to erratically shake.

Adrian Lyne's iconic thriller was bizarrely remade in 2019.

Want some free advice?

Great.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR FUCKING TIME.

Castle Dimitrescu

Less kick ass, but still interesting.

Dead by Daylight

Within castle walls, the scream of a terrified female is heard.

Bringing in Peter Griffin.

Shut up Meg.

This was no accident, because Leon, Jill and Nemesis will join asymmetrical universe on 15 June.

Brides of Dracula

Lady D's daughters, Bela, Cassandra and Daniela (not necessarily in that order).

Some examples.

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Van Helsing

Hellraiser

Shortly after getting captured, Ethan is literally hooked.

Miscellany

Mia, sorry Miranda, pours a glass of Regina Rose, Romanian for Red Queen.

This is assumed to be a shout out to live-action, but another RED QUEEN was introduced in The Umbrella Chronicles.

However, bottle of plonk is likely referring to name of Nero's sword in Devil May Cry 4 and 5.

Moreau is a direct nod to crazy bastard scientist appearing in H. G. Wells novel The Island of Doctor Moreau.

In-game file describes tests he performed on other human subjects by sending them to sleep and placing Cadou in their tummies.

Finally.

Goats of Warding basically replace Resi 2's Mr. Raccoon toys.

Destroying all twenty collectibles rewards 16,000 CP and the Heretic trophy/achievement.

But that's just for shits and giggles.

The Witch

Animal can be ignored or... 

Black Phillip is pure bleating evil.

Fun fact.

'Charlie' was reportedly a nightmare to train and extremely dangerous.

Ralph Ineson's ribs suffered the brunt of serrated horns and Finchy spent the rest of a five-week shoot on painkillers.

Stay tuned for my 'probably' feature.