Resident Evil 4 Remake It's just one of many episodes that recreate Capcom's horror saga. Not only does it recreate the graphics and gameplay, but the remake also puts emphasis on perfecting the narrative by adding some additional elements not found in the original. One example is the existence of linked events. Dark Side Chronicles.
IGN USA, in its interview Produced by Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, revealed whether Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is considered canon to the Resident Evil universe. Especially regarding the script titled “Operation Javier”, which focuses on Leon Kennedy's first mission as an agent of the United States government alongside his partner Jack Krauser.
But to talk about this, it is necessary to make some references to the story of Resident Evil 4 Remake that someone can understand. take into account spoiler. If you haven't played RE4 and don't want any expectations, don't proceed.
Links to Resident Evil 4 Remake and The Darkside Chronicles (spoilers)
Resident Evil fans probably sound familiar Operation JavierBecause the events of this mission played a major role in Jack Krauser and his disdain for both Leon and the US government. While the mission wasn't directly mentioned in the original Resident Evil 4, the 2023 remake references Operation Javier towards the end.
When asked about Darkside Chronicles' status as a canonical element of the Resident Evil story, producer Hirabayashi clarified this. Operation Javier itself is canonical The events depicted in the Resident Evil universe in Darkside Chronicles are not exactly the same as those depicted in the remake.
“The fact that Operation Javier took place is part of the current main story of Resident Evil. However, regarding the mission, not exactly the same “It's so much more than what was featured in Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles,” Hirabayashi told IGN. “.
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