GOG has made a name for itself over the years as one of the bastions of game preservation in any form. While the Resident Evil games are widely available, GOG made a concerted effort to ensure the original titles were playable in their authentic, original forms.
Interestingly, securing the rights to offer Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, and Resident Evil 3 on GOG’s platform was not without its challenges. According to Marcin Paczynski, GOG’s senior business development manager, Capcom was initially bewildered by the idea that there would be significant demand for the original Resident Evil games.
Despite this initial skepticism, the collaboration ultimately proved successful for GOG. The classic Resident Evil titles sold well on the platform and received very high review ratings from users. For Paczynski, this outcome served as a strong validation of GOG’s commitment to game preservation and catering to fans who value the originals.
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