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{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
|cover = RE4Ultimate.jpg | |cover = RE4Ultimate.jpg | ||
|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Capcom}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Capcom}} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/ | + | {{Infobox game/row/porter|QLOC|Windows}} |
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|February 28, 2014}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|February 28, 2014}} | ||
|steam appid = 254700 | |steam appid = 254700 | ||
− | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = |
|strategywiki = | |strategywiki = | ||
+ | |mobygames = resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition | ||
|wikipedia = Resident Evil 4 | |wikipedia = Resident Evil 4 | ||
|winehq = | |winehq = | ||
+ | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Series|Resident Evil}} | {{Series|Resident Evil}} | ||
'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} The game was originally designed around a 30 FPS frame rate. Various issues, both minor and major, can occur when playing at 60 FPS. See [[#Issues when running the game at 60 FPS|Issues unresolved]]. |
− | + | {{++}} Some improved textures over previous versions. The [[#Resident Evil 4 HD Project|Resident Evil 4 HD Project]] is highly recommended. | |
− | {{++}} Some improved textures over previous versions. | + | {{--}} Mouse controls are hit-or-miss. While they work fine for some, others experience issues such as unresponsiveness, possibly to the extent of being unplayable.<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/135512625249159191/ GOD AWFUL CONTROLS :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref><ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/35221031620740948/ Mouse aim is garbage :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref><ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/154644519323714055/ Either my mouse is terrible or... :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref> See [[#Mouse aiming problems|mouse aiming problems]] for potential fixes. A controller is recommended. |
− | {{--}} Mouse controls are hit-or-miss. While they work fine for some, others experience issues such as unresponsiveness, possibly to the extent of being unplayable.<ref>[ | ||
{{--}} Positional audio is hit-or-miss; many sound effects are mono.{{cn|date=October 2016}} | {{--}} Positional audio is hit-or-miss; many sound effects are mono.{{cn|date=October 2016}} | ||
'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://www.residentevil.com/4/ Official Website] |
+ | {{mm}} [https://residentevil.fandom.com/wiki/Resident_Evil_4 Redident Evil Wiki] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
{{mm}} [http://residentevilmodding.boards.net/board/105/resident-evil-steam-version-modding Modding forum] | {{mm}} [http://residentevilmodding.boards.net/board/105/resident-evil-steam-version-modding Modding forum] | ||
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{{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-RE4 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-RE4 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 2581-1 | Steam | | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| GMG | resident-evil-4 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| GMG | resident-evil-4 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
{{Availability/row| Steam | 254700 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 254700 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
− | + | ===[http://www.re4hd.com/ Resident Evil 4 HD Project]=== | |
− | + | {{ii}} Resident Evil 4 HD Project is a mod aiming to revise the textures of the game. It intends to be very faithful to the original look, as the creators even went to the real-life European locations to capture photos of the art and architecture. It also re-does effects such as lighting so that they make more logical sense, while fixing some of the environmental problems leftover in the game | |
− | + | {{++}} Current version was released July 13, 2018, which basically covers the vast majority of the environments. A trailer with comparisons is [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUcd2DDykOM here]. These are still yet to come: Characters, enemies, background files, and some effects (blood, fire) and lighting retouchments. There is no release date for the next version. | |
− | + | {{ii}} For instructions on downloading and installing the HD Project, see [http://www.re4hd.com/?page_id=6064 here]. Windows 10 users may encounter problems installing the HD Project using the provided .bat file. If so, see [http://www.re4hd.com/?page_id=4750 here]. | |
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− | ===[http://www.re4hd.com/ Resident Evil 4 HD | ||
− | {{ii}} Resident Evil 4 HD | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
{{Game data| | {{Game data| | ||
− | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile}} | + | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Games\Capcom\RE4\|{{p|game}}\BIO4\input.ini}} |
}} | }} | ||
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |origin | + | |discord = |
− | |origin notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |epic games store = |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |epic games store notes = |
− | |uplay | + | |gog galaxy = |
− | |uplay notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
+ | |origin = | ||
+ | |origin notes = | ||
+ | |steam cloud = true | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = | ||
+ | |uplay = | ||
+ | |uplay notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Video settings== | ==Video settings== | ||
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{{Video settings | {{Video settings | ||
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition/en |
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = limited | |multimonitor wsgf award = limited | ||
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|widescreen resolution notes= | |widescreen resolution notes= | ||
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
− | |multimonitor notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | + | |multimonitor notes = Menus and game are {{term|Vert-}}. Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. |
|ultrawidescreen = hackable | |ultrawidescreen = hackable | ||
− | |ultrawidescreen notes = Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | + | |ultrawidescreen notes = Menus and game are {{term|Vert-}}. Use [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. |
|4k ultra hd = true | |4k ultra hd = true | ||
|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
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|vsync notes = Enabled by default. See [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | |vsync notes = Enabled by default. See [[#Vertical sync (Vsync)|Vertical sync (Vsync)]]. | ||
|60 fps = true | |60 fps = true | ||
− | |60 fps notes = | + | |60 fps notes = Originally designed for 30 FPS; see [[#Issues when running the game at 60 FPS|Issues when running the game at 60 FPS]]. |
|120 fps = false | |120 fps = false | ||
− | |120 fps notes = Frame rate | + | |120 fps notes = Frame rate can be set to 30 or 60 FPS. Game's speed is bound to the frame rate.<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/1698294337762675827/#c1698294337771432186 Unlocking Framerate :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref> |
|hdr = unknown | |hdr = unknown | ||
|hdr notes = | |hdr notes = | ||
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{{ii}} Even though Flawless Widescreen claims it supports Resident Evil 4, it does not work past patch 1.0.2; a modified plugin is required to support later versions. | {{ii}} Even though Flawless Widescreen claims it supports Resident Evil 4, it does not work past patch 1.0.2; a modified plugin is required to support later versions. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Unofficial Flawless Widescreen FOV patch by λ|ref=<ref>[ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Unofficial Flawless Widescreen FOV patch by λ|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/348292957935818890/ FOV / Flawless Widescreen FIXED! :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref>|fix= |
# Install and open [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | # Install and open [https://www.flawlesswidescreen.org Flawless Widescreen]. | ||
# Install the Resident Evil 4 plugin and close the program. | # Install the Resident Evil 4 plugin and close the program. | ||
# Go to the Flawless Widescreen installation folder. | # Go to the Flawless Widescreen installation folder. | ||
# Go into the <code>\PluginCache\FWS_Plugins\Modules\ResidentEvil4\Dependencies\Scripts\</code> folder. | # Go into the <code>\PluginCache\FWS_Plugins\Modules\ResidentEvil4\Dependencies\Scripts\</code> folder. | ||
− | # Download the modified [https:// | + | # Download the modified [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1112-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-flawless-widescreen-fov-patch/ ResidentEvil4.lua]. |
# Copy the modified <code>ResidentEvil4.lua</code> to <code>Scripts\</code> and replace the existing file. | # Copy the modified <code>ResidentEvil4.lua</code> to <code>Scripts\</code> and replace the existing file. | ||
# Open Flawless Widescreen and adjust the FOV as needed. | # Open Flawless Widescreen and adjust the FOV as needed. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Change FOV with Cheat Engine|ref=<ref>[ | + | {{Fixbox|description=Change FOV with Cheat Engine|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/541907675757495539/ FOV Fixed Again! :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref>|fix= |
+ | {{ii}} This method is meant for 1.0.6, not 1.1.0. It will probably not work on 1.1.0, while the above method likely will. | ||
# Download and install [http://cheatengine.org/downloads.php Cheat Engine], but be warned during installation: Cheat Engine is one of those types of programs where if you just install it blindly, you'll also install other unnecessary programs, so be sure to deselect checkboxes. | # Download and install [http://cheatengine.org/downloads.php Cheat Engine], but be warned during installation: Cheat Engine is one of those types of programs where if you just install it blindly, you'll also install other unnecessary programs, so be sure to deselect checkboxes. | ||
− | # Download the [ | + | # Download the [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1113-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-fov-cheat-table/ cheat table]. |
# Open the cheat table to load it in Cheat Engine. | # Open the cheat table to load it in Cheat Engine. | ||
# Start the game and {{key|Alt|Tab}} out. | # Start the game and {{key|Alt|Tab}} out. | ||
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# Select <code>bio4.exe</code> and click Open, then click Yes. | # Select <code>bio4.exe</code> and click Open, then click Yes. | ||
# At the bottom part of Cheat Engine, check the boxes on the left beside the character to show the values below. | # At the bottom part of Cheat Engine, check the boxes on the left beside the character to show the values below. | ||
− | # Check the boxes beside the camera views you wish to modify to freeze the values (e.g. '''FOV''', '''Gun''', '''Knife''', etc) | + | # Check the boxes beside the camera views you wish to modify to freeze the values (e.g. '''FOV''', '''Gun''', '''Knife''', etc.) |
# Select one or more of them, then press {{key|Enter}} and type in a new FOV value. | # Select one or more of them, then press {{key|Enter}} and type in a new FOV value. | ||
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# Change <code>vsync 1</code> to <code>vsync 0</code>. | # Change <code>vsync 1</code> to <code>vsync 0</code>. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ===Ambient Occlusion (AO)=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Install the ambient occlusion mod (not for cutscenes)|ref=<ref>[https://reshade.me/forum/general-discussion/4083-depth-buffer-detection-modification?start=180#27009 ReShade Forum: Depth Buffer Detection Modification (10/60)]</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Disable the game's anti-aliasing for the mod to work; however, you can add SMAA in with [[ReShade]]. | ||
+ | # Download [https://www.sendspace.com/file/0430ah this] and extract to the game's <code>Bin32</code> folder. | ||
+ | # Open <code>d3d9.ini</code> with notepad. | ||
+ | # Change the four paths to where RE4 is located. | ||
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+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} This AO mod can be very taxing on the frame rate, and you may have to choose between AO and 60 FPS. If you choose AO due to the frame rate hit, then change it to 30 FPS in the game's settings. | ||
+ | {{ii}} For more information, see [https://www.resetera.com/posts/6392350/ this]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Brightness=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} It is recommended to set in-game brightness to the MAX level. Any value below the maximum will make the whites look like bright gray. Beyond that, lowering the brightness does not give you more detail (you’ll only get a duller image).<ref name="re4hd"/> | ||
==Input settings== | ==Input settings== | ||
{{Input settings | {{Input settings | ||
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
− | |key remap notes = | + | |key remap notes = {{key|backspace}} cannot be bound due to being reserved for menu commands. |
− | |acceleration option = | + | |acceleration option = always on |
|acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration if "Aiming Mode" set to "Classic". Positive mouse acceleration if "Aiming Mode" set to "Modern". | |acceleration option notes = Negative mouse acceleration if "Aiming Mode" set to "Classic". Positive mouse acceleration if "Aiming Mode" set to "Modern". | ||
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
|mouse sensitivity notes = | |mouse sensitivity notes = | ||
|mouse menu = true | |mouse menu = true | ||
− | |mouse menu notes = Not supported on inventory screen | + | |mouse menu notes = Not supported on inventory screen. |
|invert mouse y-axis = true | |invert mouse y-axis = true | ||
|invert mouse y-axis notes = Also affects controller Y-axis. | |invert mouse y-axis notes = Also affects controller Y-axis. | ||
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|steam input api = unknown | |steam input api = unknown | ||
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
+ | |steam hook input = unknown | ||
+ | |steam hook input notes = | ||
|steam input presets = unknown | |steam input presets = unknown | ||
|steam input presets notes = | |steam input presets notes = | ||
|steam controller prompts = unknown | |steam controller prompts = unknown | ||
|steam controller prompts notes = | |steam controller prompts notes = | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
+ | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/612-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-playstation-buttons/ DualShock Button Prompts]=== | ===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/612-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-playstation-buttons/ DualShock Button Prompts]=== | ||
− | {{ii}} This mod adds PlayStation buttons | + | {{ii}} This mod adds PlayStation buttons. [http://residentevilmodding.boards.net/thread/978/darksamuss-ps-xbox-button-mods Original post here]. |
{{--}} Even though game does support DirectInput and button rebinding, game will show wrong buttons mixed with generic button prompts with [[Controller:DualShock 4|DualShock 4]]. Use of XInput wrapper is required. | {{--}} Even though game does support DirectInput and button rebinding, game will show wrong buttons mixed with generic button prompts with [[Controller:DualShock 4|DualShock 4]]. Use of XInput wrapper is required. | ||
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|notes = Only certain parts have subtitles that can't be turned off. | |notes = Only certain parts have subtitles that can't be turned off. | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |fan | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Hungarian | ||
+ | |interface = true | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/resident-evil-4/resident-evil-4-hd/2156 Fan translation]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
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|notes = | |notes = | ||
|fan = | |fan = | ||
− | |fan notes = | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Russian | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = [http://www.zoneofgames.ru/gamebase/file/5101/ Fan translation by «ZoG Forum Team»]. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = hackable | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation: [https://tribogamer.com/traducoes/393_traducao-do-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-para-portugues-do-brasil.html here], Fan audio: [https://silentfandub.blogspot.com/2018/09/patchre4-dublado-pc-uhd-steam.html here]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Mute on focus lost=== | ===Mute on focus lost=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Set mute in background|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set mute in background|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | ||
− | # Install Special K by following the [ | + | # Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Special K Unofficial Guide]. Manual local installation may work better. |
# Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | # Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | ||
− | # Open <code>{{p|game}}\Bin32\d3d9.ini</code> or <code>{{p|userprofile}} | + | # Open <code>{{p|game}}\Bin32\d3d9.ini</code> or <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Mods\SpecialK\Profiles\bio4.exe\SpecialK.ini</code> depending on the installation method you used. |
# Change <code>MuteInBackground=false</code> to <code>MuteInBackground=true</code> under <code>[Window.System]</code>. | # Change <code>MuteInBackground=false</code> to <code>MuteInBackground=true</code> under <code>[Window.System]</code>. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|osvr = | |osvr = | ||
|osvr notes = | |osvr notes = | ||
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|keyboard-mouse = | |keyboard-mouse = | ||
|keyboard-mouse notes = | |keyboard-mouse notes = | ||
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|trackir = | |trackir = | ||
|trackir notes = | |trackir notes = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking = | ||
+ | |tobii eye tracking notes = | ||
|play area seated = | |play area seated = | ||
|play area seated notes = | |play area seated notes = | ||
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|play area room-scale notes = | |play area room-scale notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ==Issues unresolved== | ||
+ | ===Issues when running the game at 60 FPS=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} The game was originally designed around a 30 FPS frame rate. Various issues, both minor and major, can occur when playing at 60 FPS. | ||
+ | |||
+ | * The game engine cannot skip frames, which means if it can't maintain a capped 60 (or 30) FPS, it will run in slow motion.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utc9ogq2fys Resident Evil 4 - Ultimate HD Edition : Slow-Mo - YouTube]</ref> | ||
+ | * The minecart and the statue bridge QTEs were not re-timed for 60 FPS, so they require twice as many button presses in the same time frame.<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/254700/discussions/0/1621724915820619962/ QTE not working :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions]</ref> | ||
+ | * Some animations weren’t ported properly, such as the rifle and bow reloading, and appear jarring in contrast to the rest of the game.<ref>[https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2016-resident-evil-4-remastered-face-off Face-Off: Resident Evil 4 Remastered • Eurogamer.net]</ref> | ||
+ | * All effects generated by animated textures (flames, for example) are still running at 30 FPS.<ref name="re4hd">[http://www.re4hd.com/?page_id=6064 Instructions and Download | Resident Evil 4 HD Project]</ref> | ||
+ | * The frequency of certain effects and events, such as the speed in which water moves, are at 2x speed.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50DzMInXku0&t=454 resident evil 4 HD Project | Chapter 3-2 FULLY REMASTERED 2019 - YouTube]</ref> | ||
+ | * Minor differences in the spawn behavior of some enemies/areas.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G39L_BxZVJg RE4 Steam - 15 enemies on Village - YouTube]</ref> | ||
+ | * The Black Knights' death animation runs twice as fast at 60 FPS.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8rWkXBqDOs Resident Evil 4 UHD animations with Double speed in 60 FPS - YouTube]</ref> | ||
+ | * Leon's hitbox is bigger at 60 FPS and does not get reduced anymore by the Ditman glitch.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcBi8p3z7cw Resident Evil 4 Steam UHD 30/60 FPS Hitbox Differences - YouTube]</ref> | ||
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== | ||
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{{ii}} Some players have reported problems using the mouse to aim their weapon.{{cn|date=2017}} This can potentially be improved by changing the aim mode to "Modern" and adjusting the sensitivity level. | {{ii}} Some players have reported problems using the mouse to aim their weapon.{{cn|date=2017}} This can potentially be improved by changing the aim mode to "Modern" and adjusting the sensitivity level. | ||
− | ===Can't pass | + | ===Can't pass QTEs=== |
{{ii}} In some QTEs, such as when Leon is hanging on a ledge in Chapter 4, mashing the buttons as fast as you can might still not pass the QTE. This is because of botched 60 FPS support, requiring QTEs to be mashed faster.{{cn|date=2017}} Try changing it to 30FPS, or use Cheat Engine, attach the process, Speed Hack it to 0.5, thus giving you more time to press the button. After the QTE, simply exit Cheat Engine and continue the game. Another tip is to mash the button even before the prompt appears. | {{ii}} In some QTEs, such as when Leon is hanging on a ledge in Chapter 4, mashing the buttons as fast as you can might still not pass the QTE. This is because of botched 60 FPS support, requiring QTEs to be mashed faster.{{cn|date=2017}} Try changing it to 30FPS, or use Cheat Engine, attach the process, Speed Hack it to 0.5, thus giving you more time to press the button. After the QTE, simply exit Cheat Engine and continue the game. Another tip is to mash the button even before the prompt appears. | ||
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+ | ===Button prompts not showing=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Game would not show you any prompts for context actions and in QTE's. To fix this you need to exit the game, switch your Windows input language(keyboard layout) to English and then start the game again. | ||
===Crashes=== | ===Crashes=== | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=July 2017}}|fix= | ||
− | # Install Special K by following the [ | + | # Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Special K Unofficial Guide]. Manual local installation may work better. |
# Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | # Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. | ||
− | # Open <code>{{p|game}}\Bin32\d3d9.ini</code> or <code>{{p|userprofile}} | + | # Open <code>{{p|game}}\Bin32\d3d9.ini</code> or <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\My Mods\SpecialK\Profiles\bio4.exe\SpecialK.ini</code> depending on the installation method you used. |
# Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>. | # Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |macos 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Natural Gradient Mod=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This mod is for those who dislike the default color filters. The in-game brightness options can also be raised to give the desired effect. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=How to install Natural Gradient Mod|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=October 1, 2016|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Back up the original <code>gradients</code> folder before using this mod. | ||
+ | # Download the modified gradients [http://www.mediafire.com/download/rdhaegzgxw8bwsi/gradients.rar here]. | ||
+ | # Extract the contents of the archive to <code>{{p|game}}\BIO4\Gradients\</code>, replacing the original gradient files. | ||
+ | # Now run the game and change the color filters from the Video Settings menu as desired. You should now see the new gradients taking effect. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} Filters used in Natural Gradient Mod. | ||
+ | # Contrast boost | ||
+ | # GameCube/Wii color temperature | ||
+ | # GameCube/Wii color temperature with subtle contrast boost | ||
+ | # Horror filter, uses warmer red colors for a foreboding atmosphere. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Film Grain Removal Mod=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} This mod removes the film grain effect present in the game. | ||
+ | {{++}} Now is compatible with the [[#DualShock Button Prompts|DualShock button mod]], Just download this [http://www.mediafire.com/file/siw69x5kw51snqn/RE4UHD+PS+Button+Mod+V6+-+Chris+-+Albert+HD+Project+R3+Update.rar variant]. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=How to use Film Grain Removal mod|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://residentevilmodding.boards.net/thread/964/remove-film-grain-effect|title=Remove Film Grain Effect - Resident Evil Modding Forum|date=October 1, 2016}}</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Back up the original {{file|07000000.pack.lfs}} files before using this mod. | ||
+ | # Download the mod [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/613-resident-evil-4-ultimate-hd-edition-film-grain-removal-mod/ here]. | ||
+ | # Go into <code>{{p|game}}\BIO4\ImagePack\</code> (original textures) and <code>{{p|steam}}\BIO4\ImagePackHD\</code> (HD textures) and delete their respective {{file|07000000.pack.lfs}} file. | ||
+ | # Extract the contents of the mod and copy the modified {{file|07000000.pack}} into the <code>ImagePack</code> and <code>ImagePackHD</code> folders. | ||
+ | # Now run the game. You should now be able to play the game without the film grain. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Laser sight color=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Laser sight color can be customized by manually editing the {{W|RGB color model|RGB}} values. | ||
+ | |||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Change laser color|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/games/254700/announcements/detail/1316484896645005520 Steam Community :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 :: Events]</ref>|fix= | ||
+ | # Go to <code>{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\My Games\Capcom\RE4\</code>. | ||
+ | # Open <code>config.ini</code>. | ||
+ | # Change <code>laserR</code> (red), <code>laserG</code> (green), <code>laserB</code> (blue), and <code>laserA</code> (transparency level of the dot) to the desired values from <code>0</code> to <code>255</code>. | ||
+ | #* For example, people with color blindness may wish to change the laser sight to blue, which makes it easier to see: | ||
+ | <pre> | ||
+ | laserR 0 | ||
+ | laserG 0 | ||
+ | laserB 255 | ||
+ | laserA 255 | ||
+ | </pre> | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} To return to factory settings (red laser sight), simply set <code>laserA -1</code> and save. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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Developers | |
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Capcom | |
Windows | QLOC |
Release dates | |
Windows | February 28, 2014 |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Resident Evil | 1996 |
Resident Evil 2 | 1999 |
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis | 1999 |
Resident Evil Survivor | 2002 |
Biohazard 2 (Sourcenext) | 2006 |
Biohazard 3: Last Escape (Sourcenext) | 2006 |
Resident Evil 4 | 2007 |
Resident Evil 5 | 2009 |
Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City | 2012 |
Resident Evil 6 | 2013 |
Resident Evil: Revelations (series) | |
Resident Evil 4 Ultimate HD Edition | 2014 |
Resident Evil HD Remaster | 2015 |
Resident Evil Zero HD Remaster | 2016 |
Umbrella Corps | 2016 |
Resident Evil 7 Teaser: Beginning Hour | 2016 |
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard | 2017 |
Resident Evil 2 (2019) | 2019 |
Resident Evil 3 (2020) | 2020 |
Resident Evil Resistance | 2020 |
Resident Evil Village | 2021 |
Resident Evil Re:Verse | 2022 |
Resident Evil 4 (2023) | 2023 |
Key points
- The game was originally designed around a 30 FPS frame rate. Various issues, both minor and major, can occur when playing at 60 FPS. See Issues unresolved.
- Some improved textures over previous versions. The Resident Evil 4 HD Project is highly recommended.
- Mouse controls are hit-or-miss. While they work fine for some, others experience issues such as unresponsiveness, possibly to the extent of being unplayable.[1][2][3] See mouse aiming problems for potential fixes. A controller is recommended.
- Positional audio is hit-or-miss; many sound effects are mono.[citation needed]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
GamersGate | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Steam |
Essential improvements
Resident Evil 4 HD Project
- Resident Evil 4 HD Project is a mod aiming to revise the textures of the game. It intends to be very faithful to the original look, as the creators even went to the real-life European locations to capture photos of the art and architecture. It also re-does effects such as lighting so that they make more logical sense, while fixing some of the environmental problems leftover in the game
- Current version was released July 13, 2018, which basically covers the vast majority of the environments. A trailer with comparisons is here. These are still yet to come: Characters, enemies, background files, and some effects (blood, fire) and lighting retouchments. There is no release date for the next version.
- For instructions on downloading and installing the HD Project, see here. Windows 10 users may encounter problems installing the HD Project using the provided .bat file. If so, see here.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Capcom\RE4\ <path-to-game>\BIO4\input.ini[Note 1] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/254700/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\254700\remote\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/254700/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Field of view (FOV)
- Even though Flawless Widescreen claims it supports Resident Evil 4, it does not work past patch 1.0.2; a modified plugin is required to support later versions.
Unofficial Flawless Widescreen FOV patch by λ[4] |
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Change FOV with Cheat Engine[5] |
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Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Change sample rate[citation needed] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Disable Vsync[citation needed] |
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Ambient Occlusion (AO)
Install the ambient occlusion mod (not for cutscenes)[6] |
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Notes
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Brightness
- It is recommended to set in-game brightness to the MAX level. Any value below the maximum will make the whites look like bright gray. Beyond that, lowering the brightness does not give you more detail (you’ll only get a duller image).[7]
Input settings
DualShock Button Prompts
- This mod adds PlayStation buttons. Original post here.
- Even though game does support DirectInput and button rebinding, game will show wrong buttons mixed with generic button prompts with DualShock 4. Use of XInput wrapper is required.
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | Only certain parts have subtitles that can't be turned off. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation. | |||
Italian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Russian | Fan translation by «ZoG Forum Team». | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation: here, Fan audio: here. |
Mute on focus lost
Set mute in background[citation needed] |
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VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | See Helix Mod: Resident Evil 4 Ultimate HD Edition. |
Issues unresolved
Issues when running the game at 60 FPS
- The game was originally designed around a 30 FPS frame rate. Various issues, both minor and major, can occur when playing at 60 FPS.
- The game engine cannot skip frames, which means if it can't maintain a capped 60 (or 30) FPS, it will run in slow motion.[8]
- The minecart and the statue bridge QTEs were not re-timed for 60 FPS, so they require twice as many button presses in the same time frame.[9]
- Some animations weren’t ported properly, such as the rifle and bow reloading, and appear jarring in contrast to the rest of the game.[10]
- All effects generated by animated textures (flames, for example) are still running at 30 FPS.[7]
- The frequency of certain effects and events, such as the speed in which water moves, are at 2x speed.[11]
- Minor differences in the spawn behavior of some enemies/areas.[12]
- The Black Knights' death animation runs twice as fast at 60 FPS.[13]
- Leon's hitbox is bigger at 60 FPS and does not get reduced anymore by the Ditman glitch.[14]
Issues fixed
Random slow downs
- If you're playing the game and it suddenly slows down, load the map and exit.[citation needed]
Mouse aiming problems
- Some players have reported problems using the mouse to aim their weapon.[citation needed] This can potentially be improved by changing the aim mode to "Modern" and adjusting the sensitivity level.
Can't pass QTEs
- In some QTEs, such as when Leon is hanging on a ledge in Chapter 4, mashing the buttons as fast as you can might still not pass the QTE. This is because of botched 60 FPS support, requiring QTEs to be mashed faster.[citation needed] Try changing it to 30FPS, or use Cheat Engine, attach the process, Speed Hack it to 0.5, thus giving you more time to press the button. After the QTE, simply exit Cheat Engine and continue the game. Another tip is to mash the button even before the prompt appears.
Button prompts not showing
- Game would not show you any prompts for context actions and in QTE's. To fix this you need to exit the game, switch your Windows input language(keyboard layout) to English and then start the game again.
Crashes
Stop "Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service" Windows service[citation needed] |
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Disable Bitdefender antivirus[15] |
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Run the game at screen refresh rate
- Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Set screen refresh rate[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Natural Gradient Mod
- This mod is for those who dislike the default color filters. The in-game brightness options can also be raised to give the desired effect.
How to install Natural Gradient Mod[16] |
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Notes
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Film Grain Removal Mod
- This mod removes the film grain effect present in the game.
- Now is compatible with the DualShock button mod, Just download this variant.
How to use Film Grain Removal mod[17] |
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Laser sight color
- Laser sight color can be customized by manually editing the RGB values.
Change laser color[18] |
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laserR 0 laserG 0 laserB 255 laserA 255 Notes
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7, 8 | Vista, 7, 8 |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon X2 2.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz |
AMD Phenom II X4 3 GHz Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 15 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 GTS AMD Radeon HD 4850 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 560 |
Notes
- ↑ When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/254700/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (254700) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ GOD AWFUL CONTROLS :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ Mouse aim is garbage :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ Either my mouse is terrible or... :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ FOV / Flawless Widescreen FIXED! :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ FOV Fixed Again! :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ ReShade Forum: Depth Buffer Detection Modification (10/60)
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Instructions and Download | Resident Evil 4 HD Project
- ↑ Resident Evil 4 - Ultimate HD Edition : Slow-Mo - YouTube
- ↑ QTE not working :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 General Discussions
- ↑ Face-Off: Resident Evil 4 Remastered • Eurogamer.net
- ↑ resident evil 4 HD Project | Chapter 3-2 FULLY REMASTERED 2019 - YouTube
- ↑ RE4 Steam - 15 enemies on Village - YouTube
- ↑ Resident Evil 4 UHD animations with Double speed in 60 FPS - YouTube
- ↑ Resident Evil 4 Steam UHD 30/60 FPS Hitbox Differences - YouTube
- ↑ Capcom - potential crash solution
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on October 1, 2016
- ↑ Remove Film Grain Effect - Resident Evil Modding Forum - last accessed on October 1, 2016
- ↑ Steam Community :: resident evil 4 / biohazard 4 :: Events