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This episode explores the origins and legacy of the Resident Evil franchise, starting with its Famicom game.

The biggest horror franchise in the world began with a movie tie-in game for the Famicom that really should have been released in the western world, but didn't. Please like, subscribe, and we look forward to seeing you when new episodes are released every second Wednesday. Sources: 1UP Interview with Shinji Mikami Kotaku - The NES Game that inspired Resident Evil Gameinformer - Place of Residing Evil We welcome you to get in touch with us! Visit us on: GamingHistory.Club Facebook Instagram Theme tune created by Tom Docherty

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