IGN has hailed Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways “a must-have for all Resident Evil 4 owners” in their recent review, praising its remarkable level of detail and exceptional production values. According to the review, the package not only offers a unique, cinematic story experience, but a wealth of content and bonus materials that make this version of Resident Evil 4 one of the most feature-rich titles in the series.
IGN’s review has praised the additional story content in Separate Ways, which picks up after the events of Resident Evil 4 and takes players through five missions, each following a different character from the game. The segments are filled with puzzles, hours of bonus dialogue not found in the original game, plenty of suspense and adventure, and a fitting sense of closure.
The review also notes that Separate Ways offers a wealth of bonus content, such as the Mercenaries mode, which features two new playable characters, Alessa and Rebecca Chambers, and gives players the chance to fight their way through nine arenas for points and rewards. The disc also includes a gallery of artwork and promotional materials for the game, plus a bonus DVD containing cutscenes from the game, as well as interviews with the game’s staff.
IGN also pointed out that, while the new content in Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways may not appeal to those who have already played through the original game, it offers enough new scenarios and challenges to make it a worthwhile investment for fans of Resident Evil 4 who have already beaten it. They concluded by saying that the package is “a must-have for all Resident Evil 4 owners, and a great way for newcomers to experience the wonders of one of the best horror games ever released.”