Released in 2019, this downloadable content expansion enhances the Resident Evil 2 experience, available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. This shooter/adventure game introduces a series of non-canonical "what-if" scenarios that diverge from the main game's storyline.

What is the premise?

This expansion allows players to explore the potential fates of characters met during the events of Resident Evil 2, including Robert Kendo, the gun shop owner; Katherine Warren, the mayor's daughter; "Ghost," a U.S.S. operative; and Sheriff Daniel Cortini. Each scenario presents an alternate timeline where these individuals survive the initial outbreak in Raccoon City.

Gameplay and Scenarios

Each "what-if" scenario offers a unique narrative and gameplay experience. "No Time to Mourn" follows Robert Kendo as he attempts to escape Raccoon City after the death of his daughter. "Runaway" details Katherine Warren's attempt to free Ben Bertolucci from the police station jail. "Forgotten Soldier" focuses on the U.S.S. operative "Ghost" and his encounter with Ada Wong after obtaining the G-Virus sample. "No Way Out" sees Sheriff Daniel Cortini fighting for survival at a gas station until Leon Kennedy arrives.

Core Mechanics

The core gameplay mechanics remain consistent with Resident Evil 2, emphasizing resource management, strategic combat, and exploration. Players navigate familiar locations within Raccoon City, encountering hordes of zombies and other mutated creatures. Each scenario presents unique challenges and enemy placements, requiring players to adapt their strategies and utilize available weapons and items effectively.

Storyline Details

The game features a non-canon storyline where each campaign is set as a "what-if" scenario. In Kendo's "No Time To Mourn," he escapes Raccoon City by helicopter. In Katherine Warren's "Runaway," she fights off Brian Irons and attempts to free Ben Bertolucci. "Forgotten Soldier" reveals Ghost's encounter with Ada Wong after obtaining the G-Virus sample. "No Way Out" shows Sheriff Daniel Cortini surviving a zombie attack with Leon Kennedy's help.