The funniest bit of marketing leading up to the Resident Evil 4 remake’s upcoming release is no doubt the series of anime shorts loosely based on the game’s plot. Unlike the source material, these animated videos are silly and lighthearted from start to finish. And while they capture the series’ signature campy tone, they also lampoon the game’s most memorable — and sometimes tired — tropes. There are multiple episodes available, and each one is less than a minute long, making them easily digestible. Although the original Resident Evil 4 is beloved, the 2023 version is the definitive way to play, and the new animated shorts highlight the best reasons to try the remake.
