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Resident Evil 7 Biohazard

Resident Evil 7 Biohazard

Fear and isolation seep through the walls of an abandoned southern farmhouse. "7" marks a new beginning for survival horror with the “Isolated View” of the visceral new first-person perspective.

95%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperCAPCOM Co., Ltd.
PublisherCAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release DateJan 23, 2017
$19.99
Peak Players18.2K
Metacritic83
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Resident Evil 7 Biohazard successfully revitalizes the franchise by returning to its survival horror roots through a terrifying first-person perspective. While the RE Engine delivers impressive visuals and a compelling new protagonist, some players find the gameplay shift and technical issues like DRM-related performance drops to be significant drawbacks.

Pros

  • Effectively returns the series to its survival horror roots with a focus on intense atmosphere and genuine terror.95%
  • The RE Engine provides high-quality graphics and immersive environments that enhance the horror experience.90%
  • Ethan Winters is highly regarded as a strong and relatable protagonist for the modern series.80%
  • The first-person perspective is a welcome change that significantly increases the tension and immersion.85%
  • Includes high-quality additional content, particularly the 'End of Zoe' DLC.70%

Cons

  • Technical issues such as significant FPS drops during saves and audio-dialogue desync have been reported.75%
  • The implementation of Enigma DRM is cited as a cause for performance degradation and lag.60%
  • Some long-term fans feel the gameplay and story deviate too far from the established Resident Evil identity.65%
  • Pacing issues lead to the later stages of the game feeling like a slog compared to the strong opening.50%
  • The 'Not a Hero' DLC is considered disappointing and inferior to the main game experience.55%

Notable Mentions

  • Frequently cited by reviewers as one of the scariest games they have ever played.
  • Viewed as a necessary and successful overcorrection following the action-heavy Resident Evil 6.
Confidence: 56%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 19, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
1.1K
Peak · last 90 days
3.6K
All-time peak
18.2K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$7.99since Jan 3, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
94%
All-time positive
95%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews126.2K
Positive: 120.3K (95%)Negative: 5.9K (5%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

20h

Avg Playtime at Review

89%

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