Yes, the 2023 Remake may have better graphics and smoother controls. Yes, the VR version may be more immersive. But for the PC purist who wants to experience the original Resident Evil 4 in its sharpest, cleanest, most complete form, there is no substitute. With a few community tweaks, this ten-year-old "Ultimate" edition finally lives up to its name. It remains, as Leon would say, "a life-changing experience."
| Setting | Recommendation | |---------|----------------| | Resolution | 1440p or 4K via config edit | | Framerate | 60 FPS (30 FPS for QTEs if struggling) | | Mouse Sensitivity | 2-3 with raw input on | | Mods | RE4 HD Project + RE4_tweaks | Resident Evil 4 Ultimate HD Edition
The Ultimate HD Edition was developed to address the shortcomings of earlier PC ports. Key enhancements include: Yes, the 2023 Remake may have better graphics
To truly make Resident Evil 4 Ultimate HD Edition live up to its name, you should invest an hour in modding. Here is the "Gold Standard" list: With a few community tweaks, this ten-year-old "Ultimate"
Despite its age, this edition requires modest hardware, making it accessible on most modern machines: Minimum Requirement Recommended Windows 10 Windows 10 Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz NVIDIA GeForce 8800GTS NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 15 GB available space 15 GB available space Modding & Community Legacy Save 75% on Resident Evil 4 (2005) on Steam
