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Resident Evil 4 (2023) for PS4 is a ground-up remake of the classic survival horror game, rebuilt with modern graphics and gameplay enhancements. Players step into the shoes of Leon S. Kennedy, six years after the Raccoon City incident, as he investigates the disappearance of the President's daughter in a remote European village. The game features redesigned visuals, updated controls, and a reimagined storyline while retaining the essence of the original. 

Here's a more detailed look at the game:

Gameplay:

Over-the-shoulder third-person perspective:

The game uses a modern third-person perspective, similar to the RE Engine remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 3. 

Modernized Controls:

The controls have been updated to feel more contemporary, though there's also a control scheme styled after the original game. 

Familiar Scenarios, New Surprises:

The remake features both iconic moments and new scenarios, with environmental interactions and twists on classic moments. 

Ganados:

The infected villagers, known as Ganados, are more intelligent and dangerous than the zombies of past games, using weapons and working together. 

Merchant Encounters:

Players can visit the Merchant to purchase and upgrade weapons, as well as trade for special items. 

Knife Combat:

Leon has new knife techniques, including parrying and stealth attacks, to help even the odds against the Ganados. 

Story and Setting:

Six Years After Raccoon City:

Leon Kennedy is now a secret agent sent to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a mysterious village in Europe. 

Intense Horror:

The game aims to evoke feelings of loneliness and fear of the unknown, with a focus on terror and madness. 

Reimagined Story:

The storyline has been updated with new details and surprises for even seasoned fans of the original.