When you think survival horror, chances are the first thing that comes to mind is Resident Evil . When the series debuted on the PlayStation almost 30 years ago, it was by no means the first survival horror game - with Alone In The Dark and Sweet Home laying the groundwork years before. But Resident Evil is the series that has arguably done the most to define and shape the genre.
In the decades since the original Resident Evil game debuted, Capcom's franchise has spawned multiple sequels, spin-offs and remakes, along with numerous movies and TV shows. If you've never played a Resident Evil game before, though, you may be wondering where the best place to start is, and whether you need to play the series in order to get the most out of the franchise. To help you get started, we've put together this guide on how to play the Resident Evil series in order , which walks you through how to play the games in chronological and release order, along with tips if you're just getting into Capcom's iconic franchise.
How to play the Resident Evil games in order If you're looking to play your first Resident Evil game and don't know where to start, rest assured you don't have to play the series in any particular order. While you'll learn more about the lore, returning characters and Umbrella's nefarious schemes the more games you play, you can easily jump into whichever game interests you the most. Despite some narrative threads continuing, you'll still be able to enjoy each game as a standa.
