Resident Evil franchise
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Resident Evil has almost 10 games to its name, has been adapted into a series of films, and in general is lauded for being one of the best survival horror franchises of all time. If you’re a horror junkie like we are, chances are you’ve played at least one Resident Evil game.
The story backing Resident Evil is pretty lengthy at this point, making it nearly impossible to summarize in a few short paragraphs for the sake of this article. However, it stands out because it doesn’t feel like an elaborate piece of video game fiction. It’s crafted so well that it genuinely feels plausible. Unlikely, yes, but plausible.
At the heart of the franchise you have the Umbrella Corporation, the creation and outbreak of the T-virus, and the inner workings of Raccoon City as viewed by different characters. Each game and each film approaches the core story differently, and it’s fascinating to see how the plot continues to unfold, adding more lore on top of a concept already rich with lore.
