Resident Evil 3 Remake 2020 Deluxe Edition

Resident Evil 3 Remake 2020 Deluxe Edition on PC is a third-person survival horror game built around urban exploration, scarce resources, close-range combat, and relentless encounters with Nemesis. The current PC storefront identity is simply Resident Evil 3; there is no separate official Deluxe Edition product listed alongside the base game. The Deluxe wording is best treated as a catalog or packaged-release label rather than Capcom's current standalone storefront name.

Developed and published by Capcom, the game reimagines Resident Evil 3: Nemesis through the company's RE Engine. It combines classic survival-horror inventory pressure with faster movement, more direct shooting, cinematic set pieces, and a stronger action focus than the fixed-camera entries that preceded it.

Raccoon City survival through an over-the-shoulder camera

The main campaign follows Jill Valentine during the collapse of Raccoon City. The over-the-shoulder camera keeps enemies, environmental hazards, and weapon handling in clear view while preserving the series' tension around narrow routes and limited supplies.

Exploration is organized around connected streets, interiors, underground areas, and Umbrella facilities. Jill searches for keys, puzzle items, ammunition, healing supplies, and crafting materials while the map tracks discovered rooms, locked doors, and items that may still be available.

Combat rewards controlled positioning rather than constant aggression. Zombies can absorb several shots, stronger creatures punish careless movement, and ammunition is limited enough that avoiding a threat can be more valuable than defeating it.

The signature addition is Jill's quick dodge. A well-timed evasive move can create space or open a short counterattack opportunity, giving skilled players a way to survive dangerous encounters without turning every fight into a damage trade.

Nemesis, crafting, and replay-focused progression

Nemesis is the campaign's defining threat. His appearances are structured around pursuit sequences, sudden attacks, and major confrontations that interrupt ordinary scavenging and force Jill to react quickly.

His role changes the rhythm of exploration. A familiar route can become unsafe when a scripted encounter begins, while explosive objects, environmental hazards, and careful positioning can help Jill escape or weaken an enemy without wasting valuable ammunition.

Gunpowder crafting lets players convert found materials into different ammunition types. The system creates meaningful inventory decisions: handgun rounds are reliable for common threats, while shells, grenade rounds, and magnum ammunition are better reserved for enemies that cannot be safely bypassed.

After finishing the story, the in-game Shop provides unlockable weapons, items, costumes, and other rewards purchased with points earned from gameplay challenges. Higher difficulty options include Nightmare and Inferno, which substantially change enemy placement, item availability, and combat pressure rather than merely increasing enemy health.

Players who prefer a slower puzzle-box structure can compare it with methodical fixed-camera survival horror such as Resident Evil HD. Resident Evil 3 is more mobile and combat-driven, but both games make route knowledge, inventory control, and resource conservation central to survival.

What the current PC package includes

The standard PC purchase includes the single-player Resident Evil 3 campaign and Resident Evil Resistance, a separate online multiplayer game set in the same universe. Resistance is not a cooperative version of Jill's campaign; it is an asymmetrical mode with a different structure and progression loop.

Resident Evil 3 also has optional add-ons sold separately on the current storefront. The Classic Costume Pack provides Jill and Carlos outfits inspired by the original Resident Evil 3: Nemesis designs.

Other available add-ons include a special soundtrack and an All In-game Rewards Unlock item. The latter unlocks rewards that can otherwise be earned through normal play, including the Shop and higher difficulty modes, so it does not represent a new story campaign or expansion.

There is no separate story expansion, season pass campaign, or Gold Edition-style narrative package attached to Resident Evil 3. Buyers comparing listings should therefore distinguish the base game, the included Resistance multiplayer component, and cosmetic or convenience add-ons.

Resident Evil Resistance is a separate 4v1 game

Resistance pits four Survivors against one Mastermind. Survivors cooperate inside Umbrella experiments, searching areas, completing objectives, managing time, and escaping before the match ends.

The Mastermind plays from a strategic control perspective, using cameras, traps, creatures, and a card-based toolkit to shape the arena. This creates a very different experience from the campaign's scripted Nemesis encounters.

Resistance supports online player-versus-player play, but the Resident Evil 3 story campaign itself is single-player only. There is no campaign co-op, split-screen story mode, or option to control Jill and Carlos simultaneously with another player.

Because Resistance depends on an online player population and separate matchmaking, it should be considered an additional multiplayer component rather than the main reason to buy Resident Evil 3. The campaign remains the core PC experience.

PC features, controls, and localization

The PC version uses Capcom's RE Engine and supports an adjustable third-person presentation with keyboard-and-mouse controls and gamepad input. The camera and movement system are designed for direct aiming, evasive movement, and fast responses during enemy encounters.

Current PC feature listings include HDR support, Steam Cloud, achievements, trading cards, Family Sharing, and Steam Remote Play on Tablet. Capcom's enhanced PC version also includes options associated with ray tracing, high-frame-rate presentation, and 3D audio, with no new gameplay campaign added by those upgrades.

The Steam listing provides interface, full audio, and subtitle support in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and several additional languages. Portuguese-Brazilian, Polish, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Thai, and Latin American Spanish are listed primarily for interface and subtitles rather than full voice acting.

The PC storefront version is distributed through Steam and displays a third-party end-user license agreement. No separate launcher requirement is identified in the current storefront description, while Resistance naturally requires an online connection for its multiplayer functions.

Who should play it

Resident Evil 3 is a strong fit for players who want fast survival-horror combat, a focused campaign, memorable boss encounters, and a clear replay loop built around higher difficulties and unlockable equipment.

It suits players who enjoy over-the-shoulder shooting, dodge timing, crafting ammunition, and cinematic pacing more than long stretches of backtracking. The campaign is direct and aggressively paced compared with the more labyrinthine design of Resident Evil HD or the slower investigation emphasis of some classic entries.

Players looking for a large, branching campaign, extensive puzzle complexity, or a fully cooperative story should set their expectations carefully. Resistance adds online variety, but it does not turn the main adventure into a co-op game.

For a more combat-heavy series comparison, third-person action horror with expanded exploration like Resident Evil 4 Remake offers a broader adventure structure, while Resident Evil 3 remains more compact and pursuit-focused.

Resident Evil 3 FAQ

Is Resident Evil 3 Remake 2020 Deluxe Edition the official PC name?

No. The current Steam product is listed as Resident Evil 3. Resident Evil 3 Remake and Resident Evil 3 Remake 2020 Deluxe Edition are common catalog and search phrases, but Capcom does not currently present a separate standalone Deluxe Edition product for the PC game.

What is included with Resident Evil 3 on PC?

The purchase includes the Resident Evil 3 single-player campaign and Resident Evil Resistance. The Classic Costume Pack, special soundtrack, and All In-game Rewards Unlock are separate optional add-ons.

Does Resident Evil 3 have campaign co-op?

No. Jill and Carlos appear in the single-player story, but the campaign cannot be played cooperatively. The included multiplayer component is Resistance, an online four-Survivor-versus-one-Mastermind game.

Is Resident Evil Resistance a separate mode or a separate game?

Resistance is a separate multiplayer experience included with the Resident Evil 3 purchase. It uses its own asymmetrical rules, characters, objectives, camera-control tools, and match-based progression rather than extending Jill's campaign.

Does Resident Evil 3 have a dodge mechanic?

Yes. Jill can perform a quick dodge, and precise timing can create an opening for a counterattack. The mechanic is especially important when facing aggressive enemies in confined spaces or during Nemesis encounters.

What kind of replay value does Resident Evil 3 offer?

Replay value comes from higher difficulty modes, challenge rewards, Shop unlocks, alternate costumes, weapon experimentation, and improving route efficiency. It is structured around mastery and repeat runs rather than an open-ended campaign or branching multiplayer story.