Resident Evil: Revelations 2

Resident Evil: Revelations 2 ought to please fans of older Resident Evil games -- those games where a spooky atmosphere and unexpected scares take precedence over running and gunning action. It has a slower, chillier pace than more recent games in the series, encouraging players to explore cautiously and soak up the creepy environment and frightening sound effects. That said, it doesn't have quite the same sophistication of level design or slow-burning intensity found in the best Resident Evil games -- a consequence, perhaps, of its episodic format. Also, the Switch version seems to have insanely long load times; you may even wonder if the console has frozen because it can take more than a minute to load one level. Additionally, the motion controls for the Switch aren't precise enough, regardless of what setting you try. Either it's too slow or it's way too fast, which isn't useful when you're trying to target enemy weak points carefully with the limited ammo you have.

The Raid mode helps make up for the campaign's shortcomings. This solo and multiplayer mode -- set in new environments not found in the campaign, with varying objectives ranging from speed runs to zombie-slaying chaos -- is designed to be played again and again, encouraging players to level up and unlock better gear. It could provide hours of entertainment beyond the story -- assuming you enjoy Resident Evil's distinctive, not-for-all-tastes style of combat. The same can be said for its Ghosts 'n' Goblins-inspired mini-game in the new Switch version, which is a great way to gain money for this mode. It's a great bit of added value for a game that already offers a decent amount of play for a budget price.