Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)

What is Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)?

Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon) is the PlayStation re-release of the iconic 1998 survival horror classic featuring enhanced DualShock controller vibration support. This version contains Leon Kennedy's campaign, where players experience the rookie cop's nightmare through zombie-infested Raccoon City. The game blends atmospheric tension, strategic combat, and puzzle-solving as Leon investigates the T-virus outbreak. The Dual Shock edition includes rearranged music tracks and exclusive content while maintaining the original's fixed camera angles and tank controls that defined PlayStation-era horror.

Game Features

• DualShock Vibration Feedback: Controller rumbles during gunfire, zombie attacks, and environmental events for immersive feedback
• Alternate Soundtrack: Newly arranged musical score that dynamically responds to gameplay situations
• Classic Survival Horror: Limited resources, intricate puzzles, and permanent consequences for decisions
• Zombie Mayhem: Gruesome enemy designs with location-based damage modeling (limb destruction, headshots)
• Multiple Endings: Story variations based on in-game choices and completion time
• Unlockable Content: Special weapons and costumes rewarded for achieving specific objectives
• Tank Controls: Deliberate movement system that amplifies tension during encounters

How to Play Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)?

1. Movement: Use the D-Pad (PlayStation) or Arrow Keys/WASD (keyboard) for tank-style directional movement. Forward/backward moves your character relative to their facing direction.
2. Camera Adjustment: No manual camera control – perspectives shift automatically between fixed angles.
3. Actions:
   • Interact/Confirm: Press X button (PlayStation) or Z key (keyboard) to examine objects, open doors, or fire weapons
   • Cancel/Run: Press Circle button (PlayStation) or X key (keyboard) to cancel actions or sprint while moving
4. Combat:
   • Aim: Hold R1 button (PlayStation) or Shift key (keyboard) to enter aiming mode
   • Fire: Press X button (PlayStation) or Z key (keyboard) while aiming to shoot
   • Reload: Automatic when ammunition is depleted
5. Inventory: Press Triangle button (PlayStation) or A key (keyboard) to access your item menu. Combine herbs with X/Z, equip weapons with X/Z, and assign items to quick slots.
6. Defense Items: When grabbed by enemies, quickly press X button (PlayStation) or Z key (keyboard) to use defensive items like knives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Dual Shock version different from original Resident Evil 2?
This edition adds controller vibration effects, a remixed soundtrack, and includes the "EX Battle Game" minigame mode unlocked after completing the main campaign.

Can I play Claire's story on Disc 1?
No, Disc 1 contains only Leon's campaign. Claire's scenario is on Disc 2, though completing both characters' stories unlocks the full narrative.

Are there difficulty settings?
Yes, you can choose between "Normal" and "Arranged" modes. Arranged mode features different item placements and enemy spawns for experienced players.