Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City
May 18, 2012 14 years ago
Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City is a third-person shooter and is a spin-off of the long-running Resident Evil series. Unlike the main games in the series, it is less of a survival horror game and more of an action-packed shooter. The game includes twelve playable characters, however the players can choose only four characters for the online modes. Each team member has their own special role and abilities.
What it’s like
Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City abandons the franchise's signature survival horror for a chaotic, squad-based third-person shooter. Set during the events of RE2 and RE3, it casts players as either S.T.A.R.S. operatives or Umbrella soldiers in objective-driven multiplayer matches. The experience is defined by its frantic pace and tactical depth, where choosing one of twelve unique characters with distinct abilities is crucial for team synergy. While the narrative serves primarily as a backdrop for the action, the character roster offers strong variety, encouraging replayability through different playstyles. The atmosphere leans heavily into military horror, utilizing dense hordes of zombies and grotesque mutants to create tension, though the focus remains squarely on combat efficiency rather than atmospheric dread. It is a loud, explosive shooter that prioritizes team coordination and fast-paced engagement over exploration or complex storytelling.
Strong in Co-op / MultiplayerCombatGameplay / MechanicsDifficulty / ChallengePacingSocial / Relationships
Keep in mind The game suffers from significant technical issues, including persistent bugs, poor netcode, and a lack of post-launch support that has left the multiplayer community largely dormant. Additionally, its heavy shift toward arcade-style action may disappoint fans seeking the methodical, resource-scarce survival horror experience characteristic of the main series entries.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, destructoid.com, digit.in, steamcommunity.com, gamesradar.com, steambase.io.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 20, 201214 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 26, 201214 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | May 18, 201214 years ago |
