Product Overview
- Product Name: Resident Evil Survivor
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Manual shows some light handling wear - everything else (disc and rear case artwork) is in perfect condition.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS1 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Resident Evil Survivor takes the world of Resident Evil in a bold new direction—blending first-person shooting with classic survival horror tension. Released by Capcom in 2000 and developed by TOSE for the PlayStation 1, this spin-off thrusts players directly into the nightmare as they explore the mysterious island of Sheena following a catastrophic helicopter crash. Stricken with amnesia, the unnamed protagonist must uncover his identity while battling through abandoned laboratories, twisted creatures, and the ever-present threat of Umbrella Corporation’s bio-organic weapons.
Unlike the traditional fixed-camera perspective of earlier series entries, Resident Evil Survivor unfolds entirely in first-person view—offering a new level of immersion and tension. Players explore corridors, collect ammunition and key items, and take down classic enemies such as zombies, Cerberus hounds, and Hunters. While the Japanese and European versions supported light gun controls, the North American release was modified to use only the standard DualShock controller, delivering a more traditional, exploratory gameplay experience. This shift gives Survivor a distinctive pace, combining horror atmosphere with arcade-inspired shooting mechanics.
As one of the most experimental titles in the series, Resident Evil Survivor occupies a unique place in the franchise’s history. It represents Capcom’s early attempts to evolve the Resident Evil formula and bring the series’ cinematic intensity into a first-person perspective—a concept that would later influence games across the genre. For collectors and fans of franchise history, this PlayStation original is a fascinating and often overlooked part of the Resident Evil legacy.
Gameplay Features
- First-person survival horror experience set on the eerie island of Sheena
- North American version playable exclusively with the standard DualShock controller
- Explore interconnected environments filled with puzzles, keys, and hidden lore
- Face classic Resident Evil enemies including zombies, Cerberus, and Hunters
- Collect weapons and ammunition strategically to survive escalating encounters
- Amnesia-driven storyline ties into the greater Resident Evil universe
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Resident Evil Survivor was the first game in the series to use a full first-person viewpoint, predating the later shift seen in Resident Evil 7: Biohazard by nearly two decades. Though its light gun support was removed from the U.S. version, its innovative format and narrative connections to the Umbrella Corporation expanded the lore in new ways.
The game spawned several sequels in Japan, including Resident Evil Survivor 2 – Code: Veronica and Gun Survivor 4: Biohazard Heroes Never Die, continuing its arcade-style lineage. Today, Resident Evil Survivor stands as an intriguing collectible—a bold experiment that bridged survival horror and first-person action during the PlayStation’s twilight years.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Shooter
- Year Released: 2000
- Publisher: Capcom
- Developer: TOSE
- ESRB Rating: M - Mature
- UPC: 013388210503
- SKU: 4700
- Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
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