Resident Evil 2 PS1
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £38.16 | £5.45 | £151.48 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £38.16 | £5.45 | £151.48 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £40.84 | £5.45 | £151.20 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £34.62 | £5.45 | £150.31 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £38.68 | £5.45 | £151.20 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £38.76 | £5.45 | £151.67 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £29.43 | £5.45 | £61.54 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £27.45 | £5.45 | £53.84 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £27.45 | £5.45 | £53.84 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £25.47 | £5.45 | £53.56 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £28.74 | £5.45 | £53.42 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £26.97 | £5.45 | £50.03 | 10 |
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Game History
Resident Evil 2 was developed by Capcom and released on January 29, 1998, in Japan for the PlayStation 1, followed by releases in North America in September 1998 and Europe in 1999. The game was directed by Hideki Kamiya and produced by Shinji Mikami, both key figures in establishing the survival horror genre.
The game was a commercial and critical success upon launch. It sold over 4.96 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling PlayStation titles of its generation. Critics praised its atmospheric design, improved controls over the original, and compelling dual-protagonist campaign featuring Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield. The game's fixed camera angles and resource management gameplay became hallmarks of the series and influenced countless horror games that followed.
Resident Evil 2 is historically significant to collectors for several reasons. The original PlayStation release featured multiple disc versions and regional variants, particularly the infamous "Greatest Hits" release which contained censored content compared to earlier pressings. The game received numerous ports to other platforms including Dreamcast, GameCube, and PC, each with varying features and content. Collector interest was reignited significantly in 2019 when Capcom released a full remake for modern consoles, which introduced the game to new audiences and increased demand for original copies.
An interesting development detail involves the game's production during the era when Capcom was experimenting with real-time graphics and pre-rendered backgrounds. The team created highly detailed pre-rendered environments that showcased the PlayStation's capabilities while maintaining the atmospheric tension the series was known for. Additionally, the game originally featured more elaborate puzzles and scenarios that were refined through development, with some content appearing in subsequent releases like the Director's Cut version exclusive to Japan.
Today, original copies of Resident Evil 2, particularly early pressings and complete-in-box versions with original cases and manuals, command significant prices in the collector market. The game's cultural impact on horror gaming and its technical achievements on the PlayStation continue to make it a cornerstone title for enthusiasts of classic survival horror and retro gaming.