Overview

Tagline: Return to the nightmare that defined survival horror.

Genres: Shooter Puzzle Adventure
Modes: Single player

Resident Evil 2 (1998) is the original survival horror classic from Capcom, first released in 1998 and re-released on Steam for PC on April 1, 2026. Set during the Raccoon City outbreak, it follows Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they fight to survive zombies, monsters, and the Umbrella Corporation’s bio-organic horrors. The game is widely remembered for its cinematic presentation, dual-character structure, tense atmosphere, and lasting influence on the horror genre.

Price summary: Resident Evil 2 (1998) is generally priced between $4.73 and $9.99 USD, with frequent big discounts (often up to 53% during sales). The best current price is available at GamesPlanet US (≈ $4.73) compared to $4.99 on Steam. The all-time lowest recorded price is around $4.29. Prices may vary by region and promotional events.
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Store Price Discount
GamesPlanet US 4.73 USD -53% Best Steam 4.99 USD -50% GamersGate 5 USD -50% Fanatical 8.44 USD -16% Humble Store 9.99 USD GreenManGaming 9.99 USD

Screenshots

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System Requirements (PC)

Minimum
Recommended

  • OS: Windows 11
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 8500 or Ryzen 3 3100 or better
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1660(6GB) or Radeon RX 5600XT(6GB)
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 4 GB available space
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