The Evolution of the First Encounter in Resident Evil

In survival horror, the first enemy isn't just an obstacle—it's a statement of intent. From the slow, creeping dread of the Spencer Mansion to the claustrophobic panic of the modern remakes, this video analyzes how Capcom reinvents its most important scare for every era of Resident Evil. We break down the first enemy encounters from the original 1996 classic all the way to a glimpse into the future with Resident Evil: Requiem. 👇 Which opening terrified you the most? Let me know in the comments below! Timestamps (Make sure to fill these in based on your final render to boost your SEO and help viewers navigate) 0:00 - The Rules of Engagement 0:41 - Resident Evil (1996) 1:34 - Resident Evil 2 (1998) 2:12 - Resident Evil 3: Nemesis 2:44 - Code: Veronica, RE Zero & RE1 remaster 4:26 - Resident Evil 4 (2005) 5:04 - The Action Era (RE5 & RE6) 6:45 - Resident Evil 7 7:14 - Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes 8:24 - Resident Evil Village 8:53 - Resident Evil 4 remake 9:56 - Resident Evil Requiem #ResidentEvil #SurvivalHorror #GameDesign #Capcom #ResidentEvilRemake #HorrorGames #VideoGameAnalysis #ResidentEvilRequiem #leonkennedy #claireredfield #chrisredfield