Resident Evil Village Winters’ Expansion Adds Third‑Person Perspective and New Content
IGN revealed new gameplay for Resident Evil Village, highlighting a third‑person mode that offers a fresh view of the village tale. The Winters’ Expansion, scheduled for release on October 28, expands the story campaign by presenting it from a new vantage point, inviting players to experience familiar events with different insights and challenges.
Capcom explained that implementing a brand‑new camera system required as much effort as developing a fresh game. The result mirrors much of the classic feel that longtime players recognize, yet the approach changes the rhythm and pacing of the action. A notable trade‑off is that players will not see the main character Ethan’s face because new facial animations would be necessary to support the updated perspective.
The expansion also adds a new story segment titled Shadows of Rose along with an upgraded Mercenaries mode. In this mode, players can step into the roles of Lady Dimitrescu and other familiar characters, broadening the roster and tactical options for replayability across missions and challenges.
Earlier previews showed a full remake of Resident Evil 4, which is expected to launch on March 24. A separate development note highlights a growing enthusiasm in the community for high‑fidelity fan projects, including large HD mods that reimagine first chapters and hubs with modern visuals.
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