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Throughout 2026, Capcom has released 11 titles on the Nintendo Switch 2, utilizing the RE Engine to bring the Resident Evil series to the hybrid platform. The author notes that the engine functions exceptionally well on the new hardware, allowing for high-quality ports of Resident Evil 2, 3, and the remake of Resident Evil 4.
Performance on the console is generally strong, with the games targeting 60 frames per second. In docked mode, the titles run at 1080p resolution. Portable play also maintains 60fps, though it utilizes a native resolution of approximately 600p upscaled to 1080p. The reviewer highlights that these adaptations are visually faithful to the originals.
Despite the impressive performance, the reviewer notes some technical limitations. Resident Evil 4 exhibits occasional popping, texture flickering, and image noise, particularly in handheld mode where Leon S. Kennedy's hair rendering struggles. Additionally, the reviewer criticizes the lack of motion control support for aiming and notes that Resident Evil 3 lacks its original multiplayer component.
Ultimately, the reviewer concludes that these ports are highly enjoyable. While Resident Evil 4 shows more graphical concessions compared to PC or other consoles, the portability of the Switch 2 makes these versions a compelling choice for fans of the survival horror series.
