RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA X ---JAPAN TO U.S. CHANGES FAQ AND CODE: VERONICA VERSIONS FAQ--- SONY PLAYSTATION 2 WRITTEN BY: CVXFREAK COPYRIGHT 2001/2002 BY CVXFREAK VERSION 1.1 DATE: JUNE 29, 2002 After being asked so many questions regarding all versions of Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X/BioHazard CODE: Veronica Complete, a FAQ needed to be made. I own CODE: Veronica Complete and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X, so the differences will be made in this FAQ. ======================================================================== CONTENTS ======================================================================== 1. UPDATES 2. RESIDENT EVIL 3. WHAT IS BIOHAZARD? 4. COMPLETE OR X? 5. DEMO CODE: VERONICA 6. ORIGINAL CODE: VERONICA (DC) 7. BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA COMPLETE (DC) 8. BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA COMPLETE(PS2) 9. RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA (DC) 10. RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA X (PS2) 11. CHANGES FROM JAPANESE VERSION TO U.S. VERSION (CVC/CVX) 12. COMPARISONS OF ALL VERSIONS 13. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 14. FUTURE OF RESIDENT EVIL 15. CONCLUSION ======================================================================== 1. UPDATES ======================================================================== JUNE 29, 2002 Made some changes. NOVEMBER 16, 2001 Began the FAQ and finished it. ======================================================================== 2. RESIDENT EVIL ======================================================================== In March 22, 1996, Capcom released Resident Evil in Japan and 8 days later in America. It redefined survival horror, making Alone in the Dark a thing of the past. The game itself supported marvelous graphics, FMV and fun gameplay. Remakes of the game were imminent, knowing Capcom. Resident Evil: Director's Cut added to an already great game. Resident Evil 2 appeared on the PlayStation (PS one) and soon appeared on the Dreamcast and N64. It boasted even greater graphics, a wonderfully crafted storyline and to add, it sold faster than any PS one game to date, selling 1 Million copies within a month. Resident Evil 3: Nemesis or Last Escape was then released, adding flavor to the Resident Evil storyline, adding quick options, the auto-turn and a new nemesis. CODE: Veronica was released for Sega's Dreamcast shortly after. It had the best graphics of any Resident Evil game to date, and sported the best voice acting, etc. Capcom rereleased CODE: Veronica as CODE: Veronica Complete and CODE: Veronica X for both the PS2 and the Dreamcast. What were the differences? Read on to find out. ======================================================================== 3. WHAT IS BIOHAZARD? ======================================================================== BioHazard is the name of Resident Evil in Japan (like Pokemon is called Pocket Monsters in Japan). The reason why it is called Resident Evil in Europe and America is because the band, Biohazard, copyrighted the name in those territories. So if you ever wanted to import Resident Evil from Japan but you could never find it, its because the name isn't called Resident Evil on the box. Remember that! Besides the name game, Resident Evil and BioHazard remain identical in game terms. But not completely identical. Look on to find out. ======================================================================== 4. COMPLETE OR X? ======================================================================== So is it called Resident Evil CODE: Veronica Complete, Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X, BioHazard CODE: Veronica X for BioHazard CODE: Veronica Complete? Well... here is a chart, showing the names in their appropriate countries (including PAL EUROPE/ AUSTRALIA areas). AMERICA | JAPAN | EUROPE ------------------------ RECVX | BHCVC | RECVX RECVX= Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X BHCVC= BioHazard CODE: Veronica Complete Does that clear anything up? Other *UNOFFICIAL* names: | JAPAN | --------- BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA PERFECT EDITION BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA DIRECTOR'S CUT BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA SPECIAL EDITION | AMERICA/ PAL | ---------------- RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA COMPLETE RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA PERFECT EDITION RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA DIRECTOR'S CUT ======================================================================== 5. DEMO CODE: VERONICA ======================================================================== The demo version of CODE: Veronica was released in Japan as a demo along with the Dreamcast version of BioHazard 2 Value Plus. It featured the first part of the game (of course) and eventually was outfitted to the final product. ======================================================================== 6. ORIGINAL CODE: VERONICA (DC) ======================================================================== This version is identical to all future versions, except that a mini game, according to mysticcat, a friend of mine, a mini game, featuring the minor character, Rodrigo Raval, was removed from the final version. I don't know where he got this tid bit of information, but thanks to mysticcat for the information. ======================================================================== 7. BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA COMPLETE (DC) ======================================================================== This is the original BioHazard CODE: Veronica with new cut-scenes that were absent from the original. The game, though, was basically the same as the original, gameplay-wise, except that Battle Mode is now unlocked. This game will never see the light of day in America or PAL areas because of the low Dreamcast support. The PS2 version of this game has been released, though. The original CODE: Veronica for DC is available now, for $19.95, the cheapest price from Capcom.com. ======================================================================== 8. BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA COMPLETE (PS2) ======================================================================== This is the original BioHazard CODE: Veronica with new cut-scenes that were absent from the original, ported to the PS2. The game, though, was basically the same as the original, gameplay-wise. It also contains a Devil May Cry Demo, which isn't in any DC version. The game is available in all territories now. For comparisons, seek that particular section. ======================================================================== 9. RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA (DC) ======================================================================== This is the original BioHazard CODE: Veronica without the new cut- scenes. The game, though, was basically the same as the complete version for DC, gameplay-wise, except that Battle Mode is locked. This game was released as a limited version in Japan and as unlimited versions in Japan, America and PAL areas, for Dreamcast. This game is available for amazingly cheap, $19.95, at Capcom.com or other retailers. ======================================================================== 10. RESIDENT EVIL CODE: VERONICA X ======================================================================== The PS2 version of CODE: Veronica, this game supports the cut-scenes that were excluded from the original. The game is now one DVD ROM, as opposed to the dual GD-ROM on all Dreamcast versions. It also contains a Devil May Cry Demo, which isn't in any DC version. The game is available in all territories now. ======================================================================== 11. CHANGES FROM JAPANESE VERSION TO U.S. (CVC/CVX) ======================================================================== FEATURE | US/PAL VERSION | JAPANESE VERSION ------------------------------------------- DIFFICULTY MODE | NONE | NORMAL/EASY/VERY EASY DISC NUMBER | 2 (DC), 1 (PS2) | 2 (DC), 1 (PS2) VOICE LANGUAGE | ENGLISH | ENGLISH JAPANESE SUBTITLE | NO | YES RELEASED FOR DC | NO | YES | RELEASED FOR PS2 | YES | YES | CONTAINS DMC DEMO | YES (PS2) | YES (PS2) MAIN NAME | RESIDENT EVIL | BIOHAZARD | SUBTITLE | CODE: VERONICA | CODE: VERONICA RERELEASE SUBTITLE | X | COMPLETE | ======================================================================== 12. COMPARISONS OF ALL VERSIONS ======================================================================== Here are comparisons of every version of every CODE: Veronica game out right now, in all territories. These are all comparisons of all the detail and the big difference between all versions of CODE: Veronica. | GAMES | DISC # | NEW SCENES | DIFFICULTY | PLATFORM | COUNTRIES | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | RECV | 2 | NO | NO | DC | US/PAL | | BHCV | 2 | NO | YES | DC | US/PAL | | RECVX | 1 | YES | NO | PS2 | US/PAL | | BHCVC | 2 | YES | YES | DC | JP | | BHCVC | 1 | YES | YES | PS2 | JP | | DEMO | 1 | NO | NO | DC | JP | | BHCVC | 2** | PROBABLY***|PROBABLY****| GAMECUBE | JP(UR) | RECV: Resident Evil CODE: Veronica BHCV: BioHazard CODE: Veronica RECVX: Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X BHCVC: BioHazard CODE: Veronica Complete DEMO: Demo CODE: Veronica UR: Unreleased **Most likely amount of mini discs for GameCube version, since a Mini Disc holds 1.5 GIGS of data, which might not be enough to hold both data from the Dreamcast versions. ***CODE: Veronica Complete has been announced its own port on the Nintendo GameCube. It will most likely feature the new scenes from the PS2 version and the DC Complete version. This is not guaranteed, but the odds are that the GCN version will feature the new scenes. ****At least the Japanese version will probably have difficulty, as every other complete Japanese version of CV/CVC has had difficulty. The America/PAL version, if it arrives, will probably not have any difficulty. ======================================================================== 13. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ======================================================================== QUESTION -------- Why aren't there any difficulty modes in the PAL/American versions? ANSWER ------ I don't know why they removed them. One can guess that Capcom games were getting too easy for Americans. QUESTION -------- Why is the Dreamcast version 2 disc when the PS2 version is 1? ANSWER ------ Well, each Dreamcast GD-ROM holds 1 GIG of data, versus the PS2's DVD- ROM, which holds 3.45 GIGS. QUESTION -------- I have a gameplay question! ANSWER ------ Ask! I made a FAQ for all CODE: Veronica games! QUESTION -------- I want CODE: Veronica X on Dreamcast! I don't have a PS2! Is importing a good idea? ANSWER ------ If you own the original CODE: Veronica, go ahead an import. The new scenes are worth it. You will need a Japanese Dreamcast, or preferably a DC-X boot disc, available at Electronics Boutique or other retailers. Grab one, because they will vanish once the Dreamcast is completely discontinued. Please note that some key elements, like puzzles, are in Japanese, so you'll need quite a few FAQS, if you haven't played or beaten the original. QUESTION -------- I spent money on the original CODE: Veronica. I don't want to spend more on a rehash! How do I find out the new scenes? ANSWER ------ I am partially against downloads, so refer to my "New Events Guide" available at GameFAQS.com. QUESTION -------- I bought CODE: Veronica Complete for DC, but I never bought the original, so I can't read files! Where can I find File Transcripts? ANSWER ------ I made a FAQ for File Transcripts at GameFAQS.com! Check them out! QUESTION -------- About importing, are the voices in Japanese like Shenmue or in English? ANSWER ------ All versions of RE/BH are in English voices. QUESTION -------- Why is RE/BH in English only? ANSWER ------ Seeing as how the voice acting isn't exactly top notch, Japanese voice acting would be expensive and dubbing would add to costs. Its an advantage for Americans. QUESTION -------- Which version is better? BHCVC for DC or RECVX for PS2? ANSWER ------ Graphics-wise, the PS2 version is dimmer, but sharper and clearer. If you don't know Japanese, the PS2 version is good. If you know Japanese and you have methods for playing Japanese games on your DC, then go for BHCVC (DC). For convenience, assuming you live in PAL/America, grab the PS2 version if you have a PS2. If you live in Japan, the DC version is advised. QUESTION -------- Which version do you prefer? ANSWER ------ That depends. I liked CODE: Veronica Complete for DC better, because I played the original and CVC had Battle Mode unlocked and better lighted graphics. If you have a universal DC or a PS2, and you played the original, grab the DC version. If you have a universal DC and a PS2 and never played the original, grab the PS2 version. QUESTION -------- Which version is more expensive? ANSWER ------ The DC version can be expensive to import, along with the DC-X. The PS2 version can be pricey if you don't have a PS2. Here are the prices... | PS2 VERSION | DREAMCAST VERSION | GAMECUBE VERSION | ------------------------------------------------------ | $50 | APPX $58**--$78***| APPX $60-70**** | APPX: Approximate value. **Without DC-X. ***With DC-X. ****Likely price for GameCube version import. GameCube can be modded easily, so boot disc not required. ======================================================================== 14. FUTURE OF RESIDENT EVIL ======================================================================== In March 22, 2002, The GameCube saw a fully graphical remake of the original Resident Evil, along with new areas and elements. This is a GameCube exclusive. Following that, Resident Evil Zero will hit GameCube exclusively. Resident Evil 2 will see a port on the GameCube, as well as Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Resident Evil CODE: Veronica Complete will see a likely upgrade on the GameCube. After that, Resident Evil 4 sees its long awaited release, exclusive to the Nintendo GameCube. In November 2001, Gun Survivor 2: Biohazard CODE: Veronica was released for the PS2, which originally appeared on arcades. It is CODE: Veronica's Battle Game in depth. It is available as of the time of the writing of this FAQ. Also, around the same time, Europe got a GameBoy Color/Advance version of Resident Evil Gaiden. It features Leon Kennedy and Barry Burton and takes place on a ship. It has also since then been released in Japan and the U.S. in very limited quantities. Thanks to IGNCube, IGNPS2 and IGNPocket for all the above information. ======================================================================== 15. CONCLUSION ======================================================================== Finally, when people e-mail about difficulty modes in CVX or the likes, I can refer them to this copyrighted document. I have several to thank for this document. Thanks to: Capcom... ...for releasing Resident Evil CODE: Veronica ...for making Resident Evil a GameCube exclusive CJayC... ...for hosting my documents IGN... ...for giving me Resident Evil information mysticcat... ...for information about the CODE: Veronica Beta My family... ...for being my family Myself... ...for writing this document No thanks to: No one... ...for nothing is annoying me right now CVXFREAK ReBioHazard6587X@hotmail.com This document may not be reproduced in any way. This document may not be sold in anyway. This document may not be plagiarized. This document may only appear on GameFAQS.com. This author WILL sue the living hell out of you, should you violate these rules. Copyright 2001/2002 CVXFREAK