It takes some getting used to and even then still feels slightly odd since the button placement to quickly snap around is not optimal. It definitely adds to the game's intensity and feels more first-person like, since you won't be able to see behind you like you can in other third person games. One thing that's really noticeable right from the beginning is how close the camera is zoomed in over the shoulder, almost as if you were standing cheek to cheek with your merc. Like previous games in the series, Umbrella Corps is a third person shooter, but utilizes a more tactical approach with its competitive 3v3 setup. The narrative is a nice addition to the Resident Evil lore, albeit a minor one.
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Though obviously not quite grandiose as other Resident Evil games, the plot works well enough and is fully explored in the game's short single player campaign, called The Experiment, and even hints at a possible return of a long-time series character.
As a mercenary in service to one of these corporations, it's your job to explore the zombie infested sites and collect valuable DNA samples and other artifacts while fighting off rival mercenaries. Set two years have Resident Evil 6, corporations similar to Umbrella with biotechnology divisions dedicated to recreating the T-Virus have discovered locations filled with Umbrella secrets and research.
Narrative isn't always a focus for competitive shooters, and Umbrella Corps is really no different, but there is some semblance of a plot given that it fits into the Resident Evil universe. It comes as no surprise that Capcom hopes to jump into the competitive shooter scene given how the Street Fighter community has grown in recent years, it's just too bad the Umbrella Corps needs a lot of work. The mainline series seems to be going back to its horror roots, but Capcom hasn't forgotten about those who like the action-heavy titles and has now released a team-based competitive shooter in the form of Resident Evil: Umbrella Corps. Between the surprise announcement of Resident Evil VII a couple of weeks ago, the Revelation series, and all of the HD re-releases, there's plenty of Resident Evil to go around. It's an exciting time to be a Resident Evil fan. By Chris Matulich, posted on 30 June 2016 / 10,716 Views