Episode: 112.5: Resident Evil Requiem: Community Feedback
Summary
Hosts Neptune, Rombie, and Nick discuss Resident Evil news, including the Steam release of the original trilogy, new photo modes in Requiem, and upcoming manga and Funko Pop merchandise. The episode features community call-ins analyzing Resident Evil Requiem, with listeners praising Grace Ashcroft’s characterization and the care center level while critiquing Leon’s Raccoon City segment for pacing issues. The hosts debate narrative opportunities missed in Leon’s sections and speculate on potential DLC expansions.
Topics discussed
Intro and welcome to Episode 112.5
News: Steam workarounds and Capcom updates
Requiem news, photo mode, and Comic-Con figures
Call-ins: RE9 rumors and initial impressions
Deep dive: Grace's section, Leon's action, and pacing
Marketing, sales figures, and console strategy
Soundtrack analysis and environmental storytelling
Lore debates: Canon, remakes, and Spencer's role
Character arcs: Emily, Hunk, and narrative choices
Gameplay mechanics: Inventory, puzzles, and endings
Visuals, atmosphere, and RPD nostalgia
Future of the series and character legacy
Neptune's Biohazard Quiz and sign-off
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