Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)

What is Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)?

Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon) is the PlayStation edition of Capcom's iconic survival horror masterpiece, featuring enhanced DualShock controller vibration support. This version focuses on Leon Kennedy's campaign – a rookie cop trapped in Raccoon City during a zombie outbreak. Players navigate claustrophobic environments, solve puzzles, and conserve limited resources while facing grotesque creatures. The "Disc 1" designation indicates Leon's scenario specifically, with Claire Redfield's story accessible via Disc 2. This edition delivers atmospheric tension through fixed camera angles, haunting sound design, and the visceral feedback of the DualShock controller during combat and enemy encounters.

Game Features

• Survival Horror Gameplay: Manage limited ammo and healing items while strategically engaging terrifying enemies
• DualShock Vibration: Controller rumbles during gunfire, zombie attacks, and environmental events for immersive feedback
• Two Character Campaigns: Leon's disc focuses on his story, with Claire's narrative available on Disc 2 for complementary perspectives
• Zombie Apocalypse Setting: Explore the Raccoon City Police Department and surrounding areas infested with undead and mutated creatures
• Puzzle Solving: Unlock progress through environmental puzzles and item collection
• Multiple Endings: Your choices and performance determine which of several conclusions you'll experience
• Tank Controls: Classic movement system where characters pivot in place before moving forward
• Dynamic Enemy Encounters: Zombies react realistically to damage, with locational limb destruction possible

How to Play Resident Evil 2 - Dual Shock Ver. (Disc 1) (Leon)?

1. Insert Disc 1 into your PlayStation console and power on the system
2. Select "New Game" from the main menu and choose Leon as your character
3. Navigate environments using directional controls: Move forward/backward and turn with the D-pad
4. Interact with objects/pick up items by pressing the X button when prompted
5. Aim weapons with R1 button, fire with □ button, and reload with ○ button
6. Access your inventory with △ button to combine items or examine key objects
7. Run by holding R2 button while moving (consumes stamina)
8. Solve puzzles by collecting clues and using inventory items in specific locations
9. Save progress at typewriters using ink ribbons (limited resource)

Keyboard Controls (for emulators):

• Movement: Arrow Keys or WASD
• Aim: Hold Z key
• Fire/Confirm: X key
• Reload/Run: A key
• Inventory: S key
• Map: D key

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Dual Shock version different from the original?
This edition adds controller vibration feedback during combat, cutscenes, and environmental effects, plus includes a bonus "Extreme Battle" minigame not found in the original release.

Can I play Claire's story on Disc 1?
No, Disc 1 contains only Leon's campaign. Claire's scenario requires Disc 2, though completing both stories unlocks additional content and reveals the full narrative.

Why do the controls feel "tank-like"?
The fixed camera angles necessitate deliberate movement controls where you rotate your character before moving forward, creating deliberate pacing and heightened tension during encounters.