Resident Evil 7 Gold Edition on PS5 is Capcom’s first-person survival horror entry in the long-running Resident Evil range, sitting alongside the more action-leaning remakes as the series’ grimmer, slower-burn alternative. It’s the one that rebooted the tone with a claustrophobic setting, scarce resources and a focus on tension over firepower, competing with modern horror staples that lean on atmosphere and vulnerability rather than constant combat.

Who is this for?

If you like horror games that make you listen for footsteps, weigh up every bullet and explore at your own pace, RE7 lands well. The Gold Edition is the version to get if you want the full package, since it bundles the base game with extra content that expands the story and adds replayable challenges, rather than leaving you to pick DLC piecemeal.

• PS5 version – built for current-gen play, with a smoother, more responsive feel than older console editions.
• Gold Edition content – extra modes and story add-ons that deepen the experience once the main campaign ends.