Highlights

  • Resident Evil 4 is getting a VR Mode on PlayStation 5, launching on December 8, 2023, providing an immersive experience using PlayStation VR2.
  • Players will have access to a free demo of the VR Mode that doesn't require the full game, allowing them to experience the immersive survival horror gameplay.
  • The VR Mode features intuitive controls and 3D audio to enhance the overall sense of dread and suspense in the game, promising a visceral and intense experience.

Resident Evil 4 is getting a VR Mode, set to launch on PlayStation 5 on December 8, 2023. This free DLC marks a significant addition to the acclaimed survival horror title, providing players with an immersive Resident Evil 4 experience leveraging the capabilities of PlayStation VR2. Alongside the mode, there will also be a free demo that doesn’t require the full game.

Released on March 24, Resident Evil 4 marked the rebirth of one of the best PS2 survival horror games. Developed by Capcom, the Resident Evil 4 remake garnered widespread acclaim for reviving all the elements that made the original a success and improving upon it with the latest technology. Players assume the role of Leon S. Kennedy, tasked with rescuing the President's daughter from a sinister cult in a remote European village.

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A new trailer announced that a Resident Evil 4 VR Mode for the PlayStation 5 will be available on December 8, 2023. In this major mode, players will delve into the heart of the game's intense narrative, facing challenges with a whole new level of immersion only achievable in virtual reality. The experience promises to be a visceral one, intensified by the addition of 3D audio to elevate the overall sense of dread and suspense in this scary Resident Evil title.

When Will Resident Evil 4 VR Mode Be Available?

  • December 8, 2023

The VR Mode faithfully represents weapons from the main story, ensuring intuitive controls that heighten the immersive experience. For those yet to own Resident Evil 4 on PlayStation 5, Capcom is also releasing a free standalone VR Mode demo on the same day. This demo provides a glimpse into the game's immersive survival horror gameplay, allowing players to experience the beginning of the story of one of the best Resident Evil remakes.

I’m actually jealous of anyone who gets to experience the game this way for the first time.

As reported by PlayStation.Blog, directors and producers of the game shared their excitement about this venture. Keisuke Yamakawa, director of Resident Evil 4 VR Mode, emphasizes how the technology of PlayStation VR2 enhances the player's connection with the game's world, also adding that “All of us on the team have worked hard to bring you, the players, a fresh way to experience Resident Evil 4’s main story.” Masato Kumazawa, the producer, expresses gratitude for the opportunity to bring this fresh experience to players, ensuring both newcomers and veterans can enjoy the game in a novel way. “I’m actually jealous of anyone who gets to experience the game this way for the first time,” the producer said.

Resident Evil 4 has been highly acclaimed by players, and this new mode promises to reinvigorate its survival horror experience. As the release date approaches, fans might be gathering some excitement for this major VR mode.