Resident Evil 3: Nemesis Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Horror

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis

Certified classic

SystemSega Dreamcast
GenreHorror
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesResident Evil
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 24

Released for the Sega Dreamcast, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a horror game developed by Capcom.

Among the 13 Dreamcast horror games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

It is part of the Resident Evil series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil – Code: Veronica. The series also appears on other systems with Resident Evil (PS1) and Resident Evil 2 (N64). Capcom also made Street Fighter III, Dino Crisis and Project Justice for the Dreamcast.

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to be spooked
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you scare easily or dislike scarce resources
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is like

Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.

Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis walkthroughs & guides

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Resident Evil 3: Nemesis FAQ

Who made Resident Evil 3: Nemesis?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is Resident Evil 3: Nemesis multiplayer?

No. Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a single-player game.

How long does Resident Evil 3: Nemesis take to play?

As a horror game, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Resident Evil 3: Nemesis on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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