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Survival horror fans are having the time of their lives at the moment, with remakes and new entries coming from franchises including Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and now Fatal Frame. Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo have paired for Fatal Frame 2 Crimson Butterfly Remake, though sadly this one doesn’t reach the heights of other remakes in the genre.
I’ve played, and loved, Project Zero 2 many times over, with both the PS2 and Nintendo Wii versions. While it would have been nice for Koei Tecmo to get the frame rate under control for the sake of the cinematic quality beating at the heart of Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, in every other area, this remake deepens the gameplay mechanics while maintaining the incredible art direction and torturously beautiful story. That makes it the superior version of the finest horror game of all.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is back with new mechanics, locales, and just enough changes to make it worth experiencing again.
Beyond that, I can't list all of the many subtler changes that fans of the original will appreciate. I love how loose items are now perfectly detailed, so no more grabbing a nondescript sphere to discover that it’s actually a folklorist’s journal or pack of film. Grab scares are much less frequent, so the few times they proc are more effective. Don't worry about the game’s 60 FPS ceiling on PC, as it felt perfectly smooth in motion on a decent rig with max visual settings, and enemy reactions to camera clicks look wonderfully grotesque. The new photo mode works well, complete with unlockable ghost stickers to jazz up your creations.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake is an excellent survival horror that does something different with its combat, improving on the original in every way.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a beautiful game that is often chilling, so any horror game fan will want to check it out.
Echo Apsey goes on a spooky trip to Minakami Village in the Gamer Guides review for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake | Review | The PS2 horror classic has gotten a makeover!
The Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake houses a deftly created horror game. Mio & Mayu’s story is harrowing, and despite little preamble you quickly become invested in Mio’s attempt to save them from the telegraphed inevitable outcome. Entrapping spirits with your Camera Obscura is a smart design choice that is unfortunately bogged down a little by marathon battles, but the impeccable audio design, visual horror, and the world built by the development team shows a genuine love of the horror genre and papers over what issues I may have with some of the action. The world exploration…
Once you've played Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Re:Zero, you'll understand why it's still considered the greatest masterpiece in the entire series.
The Fatal Frame (also known as Project Zero or simply Zero) franchise has always been a cult classic horror series. One that manages to terrify and deliver excellent stories, yet it’s one that has stayed relatively under the radar, not really achieving the same level of appeal that games like Silent Hill or Resident Evil managed in the same time frame. It’s a shame as well, since Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is held in high regard, often touted as not only the best in the seri...
The survival-horror genre has been in a great spot in the past few years. With Resident Evil returning to its former glory with the seventh entry in the series and every game that has followed it, culminating with Resident Evil Requiem, the Silent Hill series returning with a remake of the second entry in the series and the first brand new game in years, and a wealth of solid indie titles, fans of the genre have had plenty of scary experiences to immerse themselves into.
I really need to start turning down horror games. No, really, I'm as helpless as the protagonist of KOEI TECMO's long-running photography-based horror
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a full remake of the 2nd installment in the classic Japanese horror adventure game series, originally released in 2003.
FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE is a triumphant return for the series. It maintains the gameplay core and narrative of the original game, while adding exciting new features like a new over-the-shoulder perspective and new mechanics. There are some major issues, such as with pacing, the lackluster side stories, and the abundance of technical glitches. Still, the Crimson Butterfly REMAKE is a great time, regardless if you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the series. Though, you may ...
Visit Minakami Village in the remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly. A cozy village with friendly inhabitants... who might want you dead.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake doesn’t just enhance a beloved PS2 survival horror classic – it rises above it to deliver thrilling ghostly encounters that will keep you glued to your camera lens.
The remake of Fatal Frame II stays true to the original, improving on the graphics and gameplay without compromising the horror experience of the original.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake made some bold changes, but despite the some dramatic overhauls, it remains faithful to the original. The game continues the trend of good horror genre remakes and has the quality to satisfy vigilant old fans and invite newcomers to the franchise.
We review the remake of Fatal Frame 2. Will it scare both older and younger generations of gamers? We find out!
This latest edition of the series' most iconic title is a faithful reconstruction that opted to play it safe rather than completely reinvent the experience.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a perfect example of what bringing a classic to the modern era can be. Updating gameplay and visuals to look and feel better while leaving the original unnerving story intact.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is a remarkable piece of interactive horror history. The nuanced storytelling and atmosphere immerse you in its strange, haunting world, while the Camera Obscura offers a unique mechanic that adds tension to every encounter. However, although the remake remains close to the source material, it doesn’t provide the significant upgrade that other modern revivals of iconic titles have delivered. Much of the original era’s DNA remains, with some clunky controls and awkward animations hindering the experience. Regardless, this is still a remake of a classic. Despite its flaws, fans and newcomers can immerse themselves in a pillar of the survival horror genre, one that continues to haunt with its eerie village and tragic story.
The cult Japanese ghost horror film is back in a new version to scare you again. Will it still be able to do so more than two decades after its premiere?
Koei Tecmo’s return to Minakami Village is a visual triumph that falters under the weight of its own legacy. While the Katana Engine creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere, the remake is hampered by sluggish movement, frustratingly tight combat encounters, and poor optimization, leaving the iconic sisters trapped in a technically uneven nightmare.
There is a fine line between Terror and Tedium, and Fatal Frame II: The Crimson Butterfly: Remake wobbles along this proverbial tightrope every time an angry
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake does a lot of things right in its effort to modernize a classic for a new generation of gamers. Its story is a highlight, while the revamped visuals and sound design really help sell the experience. It's a pity, then, that the revamped combat system feels so wildly imbalanced that it makes a crucial chunk of the game feel tedious rather than engaging. We'd recommend waiting for a few patches before taking this one on.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake is absolutely terrifying.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake successfully builds on the original game, adding new mechanics that enhance the gameplay and more. It's just a shame that its inventive camera-based combat can be frustrating at times, and its stealth sections can feel a little trial and error.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake successfully captures the soul and voice of a classic while improving on the...
An eerie and suspenseful remake with some frustrating design choices. Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly stands as one of the most beloved games in the Fatal Frame franchise, to the point [...]
Everyone has that one series they’ve always been curious about but have never tried. As a big horror fan who can sometimes be wary of older games, for me, that’s Fatal Frame. So naturally, when I heard that Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly—often considered the best in the series—would see…
A haunting story and superb atmosphere make Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake a memorable horror experience, but its frustrating combat system prevents it from reaching true greatness.
Fatal Frame II’s reputation has always been intriguing. Hyperbolic phrases like “the scariest game ever made” have often been associated with the 2003 PlayStation 2 game, and I can frankly understand why after playing the remake. Fatal Frame II is frightening with its near-constant jump scares, oppressive atmosphere, difficult enemies, and arguably too much darkness. But more so than fear, the emotion I frequently grappled with was frustration.
FATAL FRAME II: REMAKE has the potential to be something great. The most important elements of a great horror story are there, but they get lost far too quickly.
Overall, I really enjoyed my time with Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake. While it may not necessarily be as scary as the original released in 2003, it does have its moments of greatness when it comes to scares, and there will be times that even the biggest survival horror fans have to take a breather. The stars of the show here are the atmosphere and story, both of which are so incredibly well-made, do the original justice, and validate the need for this remake to see the light of day. However, the combat is a major let down and definitely won't be for everyone. The controls feel outdated, the movement speed is excruciatingly slow, and those two mixed together can make for a rather frustrating experience at times. Still, if you were a die-hard fan of the original Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, you'll enjoy what Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo have created here.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a game that undoubtedly divides even long-time fans of the franchise. On one hand, the graphics were hugely polished in terms of fidelity and the game runs super smooth even on the Switch 2. However, under the hood, you clearly feel that many other aspects remained untouched, which makes the experience feel a bit uneven. Less remake than remaster, yet there is fun to be had for the true horror fans who will gladly take the old-school mechanics—with the clunky combat at the center—in exchange for the eerie atmosphere that this remake successfully…
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is an immensely frightening and cleverly designed horror game, slightly held back by a couple of clunky aspects. Even so, the ingenuity behind the core concept and the freaky aesthetic go a long way in making this a very worthwhile remake.