Despite its trailer, Capcom says its Resident Evil - Code: Veronica remake is third-person and taking its cue from Resident Evil 2
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Key Points:
- Capcom has confirmed that the Resident Evil Code Veronica remake will use a classic third-person perspective, aligning more closely with the original game rather than the first-person style seen in recent series entries.
- Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi stated that the remake draws gameplay inspiration from the 2019 Resident Evil 2 remake and takes place three months after Resident Evil 2, focusing on Claire Redfield's character development and new training.
- Despite the announcement trailer showcasing a first-person view, the final game will honor the original's style, emphasizing Capcom's commitment to respecting the source material in its remakes.
- The decision to remake Code Veronica follows Capcom's successful remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 4, with the development team aiming to explore Claire Redfield's story after her escape from Raccoon City alongside Leon S. Kennedy.