Resident Evil 4 Remake originally featured a planned introduction called Chapter 0, where players would control Ashley Graham, the president's daughter. This intro sequence, designed to showcase Ashley sneaking through an expanded forest area, was partially completed before being cut from the final game. A new video highlights some of these elements, showing Ashley witnessing a ritual sacrifice and attempting to evade capture by the ganados. Despite some new sequences in the remake, Capcom decided to maintain the original's opening with Leon S. Kennedy, likely due to the lack of player investment in Ashley's character and to maximize the excitement of the game's start.

What was Chapter 0 in Resident Evil 4 Remake?

Chapter 0 was a planned introductory sequence where players would control Ashley as she navigated through a forest, ultimately leading to her capture. The section was intended to provide context for her character before the main events of the game commenced, but it was ultimately removed from the final release.

Resident Evil 4, first released in 2005, is a landmark title in the survival horror genre and has influenced countless games since. Its remake, launched in 2023, aimed to modernize the gameplay while retaining the essence of the original. This title reintroduced players to classic characters and intense survival mechanics, emphasizing exploration and strategic combat. The game's success has led to speculation about potential remakes of other entries in the Resident Evil franchise, highlighting its ongoing impact in the gaming world.