As we countdown towards the release of Resident Evil Village, we begin our coverage by attempting to answer the question – what games do you need to play in preparation for Village if you are newcomer to the series?

Village, being a AAA title on the newly released PS5/Xbox will certainly attract new fans to the series and with over 20 mainline games in 25 years, it’s a bit of a minefield! With that in mind, join the team as we try to evaluate which of these games will make the REP Essential List for the purposes of Resident Evil Village!

The main criteria of course will be the lore, and what we think fans need to know to get the most of the hotly anticipated title. Please bear in mind, this is all guesswork – we are not privy or wish to know of leaks or spoilers so you can listen safe in the knowledge that its all predictions!

So, please download and enjoy our look at the entire franchise!

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Listeners of the Resident Evil Podcast will know that during Episode 66, released last month, we were teased with translated story material as read out by our supporters.

Now, the completed document is ready as theBatman brings together all the Japanese-only supplemental material for Biohazard/Resident Evil 4. Featuring full translations of the following books: Biohazard 4 Kaitai Shinsho, Biohazard 4 Official Guidebook, Biohazard 4 Perfect Capture Guide and Ada’s Report.

This collection shines a light on new lore information surrounding this classic game.

https://residentevilpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Biohazard-4-Lore-Document-Version-1.pdf

With special thanks to all our Patreon Supporters, without which, this translation project would not have been possible. A shout out and thanks to: Ploppy54,A.Schiffel,Psyniac,G.Venables,NightHawk,J.Chastain,M.Berringer,RPGs&DeathMetal, Didiaskforfries,L.Marriot,Bennynthejets,C.Kolhoven,Sylec,C.Soundhaus,Superdoneman,J.o’hara, S.Smith,K.Harvey,P.Macpherson,A.Farrer,JankMedia,Deththepersuer,BBMack,DarkenRaul, J.Osiris, AaronZ.

Episode 66 is now available to download on all good podcast apps! Here the team take a retrospective look back at the integral title – Resident Evil 4.

No, doubt a pivotal entry in the saga and with rumours of a remake, we cast our eye back on one of gamings most influential but controversial fourth main outing.

Does the game hold up in light of recent over the shoulder developments? Has it aged like a fine wine or in need of a remake? We also examine the undeniable legacy Resident Evil 4 has had on us all!Featuring file readings from our Patrons from the Biohazard 4 Japanese guide book, translated by theBatman, this is a feature length podcast to enjoy!Available on Apple, Google, Spotify and all good podcast apps (search: The Resident Evil Podcast) or directly from Podbean: https://tinyurl.com/4wfx5ow2