# Resident Evil 2 on Switch 2

> Switch 2 port of Resident Evil 2 remake is my new favorite horror game.
- Title: Resident Evil 2 on Switch 2 · Polygon | Shortify
- Summary: Switch 2 port of Resident Evil 2 remake is my new favorite horror game. The Switch 2 port of Resident Evil 2 remake is better for nerves than big screens.
- Keywords: resident evil 2, switch 2, capcom, remake, horror, handheld gaming, survival horror, gaming, culture, Resident, Evil, Switch
- Source: Polygon — https://polygon.com/resident-evil-2-switch-2-impressions
- Author: Josh Broadwell
- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: resident evil 2, switch 2, capcom, remake, horror, handheld gaming, survival horror, gaming, culture
## Resident Evil 2 remake
I've tried playing Resident Evil 2 remake many times over the years and have never quite managed to finish it.
## Switch 2 port
The Switch 2 port of Resident Evil 2 remake is exquisite and easier for my nerves to handle than big-screen frights.
## Leon and Claire
Leon Kennedy is headed down to Raccoon City for a new police job while Claire Redfield searches for her brother Chris.
## Game mechanics
The remake has limited inventory, puzzles, and zombies that can send you to a game over screen.
## Switch 2 performance
The Switch 2 version has smooth framerate and HDR that makes lighting better than other handhelds.
## Handheld vs docked
Shadows look slightly blurrier in handheld mode but this is not an issue for most players.
## Recommendation
The Switch 2 port is recommended for horror fans who love survival horror games.
## Key takeaway

The Switch 2 port of Resident Evil 2 remake is better for nerves than big screens.