"Survive the relentless pursuit of Nemesis in the decaying streets of Raccoon City."
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About
Return to the zombie-infested streets of Raccoon City as ex-S.T.A.R.S. member Jill Valentine makes her final, desperate bid for escape. Combining classic survival horror puzzles with an unprecedented level of action, this 1999 masterpiece introduces the relentless stalker Nemesis. Players must navigate urban decay, manage scarce resources, and make split-second decisions to survive a nightmare that pushes PlayStation hardware to its absolute limits.
Story
Set concurrently with the events of Resident Evil 2, the narrative follows Jill Valentine's harrowing escape from Umbrella Corporation's T-virus outbreak. As the city descends into total chaos, Jill must not only battle hordes of undead and grotesque mutations but also survive being hunted by Nemesis—a bio-engineered monstrosity specifically programmed to eliminate surviving S.T.A.R.S. members.
Gameplay
Experience tension-filled third-person exploration featuring fixed camera angles and beautifully haunting pre-rendered backgrounds. Innovative action-oriented mechanics include a quick 180-degree turn, a highly rewarding timed dodge system, and the strategic use of environmental hazards like explosive barrels against the encroaching undead.
Key Features
- 1Relentless Nemesis Pursuit: A recurring, terrifying boss that chases you across areas, dodges fire, and uses heavy weapons.
- 2Live Selection System: Time-sensitive choices (Fight or Flight) that dramatically alter enemy spawns, encounters, and endings.
- 3Evasive Dodge Mechanic: A precision-timed button combo crucial for evading lethal lunges and Nemesis charges.
- 4Environmental Combat: Strategically shoot explosive barrels and hazards to clear dense groups of enemies.
- 5Enhanced Enemy AI: Face up to nine simultaneous enemies with improved stair-hunting capabilities.
- 6Ammunition Crafting: Collect and combine different gunpowder types to create specialized rounds for your arsenal.
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Unmatched tension and paranoia created by the unpredictable, stalking Nemesis.
- +Exceptional replay value driven by Live Selection choices, branching paths, and difficulty modes.
- +Pioneering action-horror blend that evolved the classic survival horror formula.
- +Memorable atmospheric art direction, dramatic lighting, and grotesque enemy designs.
Cons
- -Classic 'tank controls' can feel clunky and unintuitive by modern gaming standards.
- -Shorter core campaign length compared to its predecessor, Resident Evil 2.
- -Enemies can feel like massive bullet sponges on harder difficulty settings.
Game Ratings
Masterful pre-rendered backgrounds depicting urban decay
Revolutionary dodge and 180-turn mechanics
Unmatched dread induced by the stalking Nemesis
Iconic voice lines, haunting OST, and terrifying footsteps
Live selections, multiple endings, and unlockables
Who Will Enjoy This?
Thrive on resource management, puzzles, and fixed-camera tension.
Enjoy the dodge mechanics, environmental kills, and intense boss fights.
Fascinated by the Umbrella Corporation and the Raccoon City incident timeline.
Similar To
Engine & Setting
Resident Evil 2 (1998)
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Pacing & Tone
Dino Crisis (1999)
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Stalker Mechanic
Alien: Isolation
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💡 Did You Know?
Director Kazuhiro Aoyama heavily inspired Nemesis by the relentless T-1000 from Terminator 2.
The game was originally conceived as a spin-off title by an inexperienced team while Code: Veronica was in development.
It is the first game in the classic Resident Evil series to allow up to nine enemies on screen at once.
Playing on Easy mode gives you a massive arsenal from the start, but completely locks you out of the true ending.
Latest Updates & Events
Resident Evil 3 Nemesis (1999) - 50% OFF on Steam
Resident Evil 3 Nemesis (1999) is currently featured on the Steam store!
Scores
“S.T.A.R.S.!”— Nemesis
“A masterclass in persistent paranoia. Nemesis changed survival horror forever.”— Survival Horror Retrospective
Game Ratings
Masterful pre-rendered backgrounds depicting urban decay
Revolutionary dodge and 180-turn mechanics
Unmatched dread induced by the stalking Nemesis
Iconic voice lines, haunting OST, and terrifying footsteps
Live selections, multiple endings, and unlockables
Who Will Enjoy This?
Thrive on resource management, puzzles, and fixed-camera tension.
Enjoy the dodge mechanics, environmental kills, and intense boss fights.
Fascinated by the Umbrella Corporation and the Raccoon City incident timeline.
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Director Kazuhiro Aoyama heavily inspired Nemesis by the relentless T-1000 from Terminator 2.
The game was originally conceived as a spin-off title by an inexperienced team while Code: Veronica was in development.
It is the first game in the classic Resident Evil series to allow up to nine enemies on screen at once.
Playing on Easy mode gives you a massive arsenal from the start, but completely locks you out of the true ending.
Latest Updates & Events
Resident Evil 3 Nemesis (1999) - 50% OFF on Steam
Resident Evil 3 Nemesis (1999) is currently featured on the Steam store!
Timeline
The Raccoon City Incident
Arsenal of Survival
- •Samurai Edge Handgun
- •M37 Western Custom Shotgun
- •Grenade Launcher with various elemental rounds
- •Mine Thrower
- •Nemesis-dropping specialized weapons
Game Details
- Developer
- CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
- Publisher
- CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Survival Horror, Action
- Atmosphere
- intense