Resident Evil 2 is a remake of the classic 1998 survival horror video game of the same name. It was developed and published by Capcom in 2019. The remake is much more than just an HD remaster. While fans of the original will feel like they're in familiar territory, they'll be met with new puzzles, new enemies, and new secrets to discover. Our walkthrough covers how to unlock all extras and achieve the S+ rank in every scenario.
The following Resident Evil 2 cheats apply to the 2019 remake for PS4, Windows PC, and Xbox One.
How to See Every Ending in Resident Evil 2
There are four main scenarios in Resident Evil 2, each with their own unique ending. Like the original game, players initially have the option to play as Leon Kennedy or Claire Redfield. Whichever character you choose, the puzzles and enemies you encounter are largely the same, but you meet different characters and use different weapons. Leon's scenario is slightly more difficult because there are two additional boss fights.
Complete the game as either Claire or Leon to unlock an alternate scenario for the other character. In the B scenarios, some puzzle solutions are different, and you traverse certain locations in a different order. There's also a new end boss you must defeat to see the “true” ending.
How to Unlock Everything in Resident Evil 2
When you unlock a secret weapon, it appears in the item box during your next playthrough. New game modes appear in the main menus. Unlock secrets by completing the specified tasks:
How to Unlock Weapons and Scenarios
Here's how to get Resident Evil 2's infinite ammo weapons and extra scenarios:
UnlockableRequirementClaire B Scenario
Finish either of Leon's scenarios on any difficulty.Leon B ScenarioFinish either of Claire's scenarios on any difficulty.Indestructible Combat Knife
Destroy all 15 Mr. Raccoon bobbleheads.Submachine Gun with Infinite Ammo
Achieve an S rank in any scenario on Hardcore difficulty.Minigun with Infinite Ammo
Achieve an S+ rank in either of Claire's scenarios on Hardcore difficulty.ATM-4 Rocket Launcher with Infinite AmmoAchieve an S+ rank in either of Leon's scenarios on Hardcore difficulty.Infinite Ammo Samurai Edge Pistol
Achieve an S rank in any scenario on Normal difficulty.The 4th Survivor ScenarioFinish Leon or Claire's B scenario on any difficulty.The Tofu Survivor Scenario
Finish the 4th Survivor scenario.Konjac and Uiro-Mochi in The Tofu Survivor Scenario
Finish The Tofu Survivor scenario with Tofu.Flan and Annin Tofu (Only in The Tofu Survivor Scenario)Finish The Tofu Survivor scenario with Konjac or Uiro-Mochi.How to Unlock Alternate Costumes
To switch costumes, press Options on your controller, then select Costumes from the menu. You unlock more costumes once you meet certain requirements:
CostumeRequirementAlternative Costumes for Leon and Claire
Finish the game with either character.Casual Costume for LeonFinish either of Leon's scenarios.Classic Police (Injured) for Leon
Finish any scenario on Hardcore difficulty.Classic Tank Top for ClaireFinish any scenario on Hardcore difficulty.Jacket Costume for Claire
Finish either of Claire's scenarios.Police Costume for LeonFinish either of Leon's scenarios.Tank Top Costume for Claire
Finish either of Claire's scenarios.Ada With No Trench CoatEquip Leon's alternate costume while playing as Ada.You also unlock extra accessories as you complete the optional modes, and more costumes can be purchased as DLC.
How to Earn S and S+ Ranks
When you finish the game, you're graded based on your performance. The highest rank you can get is S+, but the grading scale is different depending on how you play the game.
RankRequirementS Rank (A Scenario, Standard Difficulty)
Finish the game in under 3.5 hours.S Rank (B Scenario, Standard Difficulty)
Finish the game in under 3 hours.S Rank (A Scenario, Hardcore Difficulty)
Finish the game in under 2.5 hours.S Rank (B Scenario, Hardcore Difficulty)Finish the game in under 2 hours.S+ Rank (A Scenario, Standard Difficulty)Finish the game in under 3.5 hours, don't use infinite guns, don't save more than three times.S+ Rank (B Scenario, Standard Difficulty)Finish the game in under 3 hours, don't use infinite guns, don't save more than three times.S+ Rank (A Scenario, Hardcore Difficulty)Finish the game in under 2.5 hours, don't use infinite guns, don't save more than three times.S Rank (B Scenario, Hardcore Difficulty)Finish the game in under 2 hours, don't use infinite guns, don't save more than three times.Resident Evil 2 Remake Puzzle Solutions
Clues for solving puzzles can be found by exploring your surroundings, or you can just use this guide.
PuzzleSolutionLion Statue (A Scenario)
Lion, Branch, BirdLion Statue (B Scenario)Crown, Flame, BirdUnicorn Statue (A Scenario)
Fish, Scorpion, VaseUnicorn Statue (B Scenario)Twins, Scale, SnakeMaiden Statue (A Scenario)
Woman, Bow, SnakeMaiden Statue (B Scenario)Ram, Harp, BirdLeon's Desk
Left lock: NED; right lock: MRGPolice Station 3F LockDCMMen's Locker Room Lock
CAPWest Office SafeLeft 9, right 15, left 7Waiting Room Safe
Left 6, right 2, left 11Control Room LockSZFChess Puzzle (A Scenario)
Right Wall: Pawn, Queen, King; Left Wall: Bishop, Rook, KnightChess Puzzle (B Scenario)Right Wall: Pawn, Rook, Knight; Left Wall: Queen, Bishop, KingTreatment Pool Room Safe
Left 2, right 12, left 8Greenhouse Control Room Codes (A Scenario)
3123; 2067Greenhouse Control Room Codes (B Scenario)
2048; 5831How to See Rebecca Chambers
While exploring the sewers in any of the main scenarios, you can find a roll of film in the upper-floor workroom. Backtrack to the police station darkroom to develop the film, which reveals a picture of a desk next to a flag.
Go to the S.T.A.R.S. office and inspect the suspicious desk to discover a wooden box. Examine it to reveal an upgrade for your weapon. Now, check the same drawer on the desk again to find yet another roll of film. Develop it to see a photo of Rebecca Chambers from the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil Zero.
How to Earn Every Trophy/Achievement
To unlock every trophy/achievement in the RE 2 remake, expect to play through every scenario at least once.
TrophyRequirementRaccoon City Native
Earn every trophy.Hardcore College StudentFinish either of Claire's scenarios on Hardcore difficulty.Hardcore Rookie
Finish either of Leon's scenarios on Hardcore difficulty.A Hero Emerges
Finish either of Leon's scenarios on any difficulty.A Heroine EmergesFinish either of Claire's scenarios on any difficulty.A Small Carbon FootprintTake less than 14,000 steps during one playthrough.Complete Vermin ExterminationDestroy every Mr. Raccoon bobblehead.Frugalist
Finish any scenario without using a recovery item.Minimalist
Finish any scenario without opening an item box.A Vault-like MindOpen a portable safe.Master of Unlocking
Open every safe and lock in the game.A Waist of Space Find every hip pouch.Bon AppétitShove a grenade in an enemy's mouth and shoot it.CustomizerCustomize any weapon.Don't Need No Stinkin' Gun
Defeat any enemy with the knife.Eat This!Counterattack using a sub-weapon.First Break-InOpen a dial safe.Hats Off!
Shoot Tyrant's hat off his head.Hip to Add SquaresFind a hip pouch.Keep Their Heads Ringin'Use a stun grenade against a Licker.Like Skeet Shooting
Shoot a lunging enemy out of the air.Lore ExplorerRead every file.That'll Hold 'EmBoard up a window.The Basics of Survival
Combine two items.Treasure HunterFind two hidden items using photo clues. Vermin ExterminationDestroy a bobblehead.Zombie Roundup
Destroy three enemies at once using a sub-weapon.Leon "S." KennedyEarn an S rank with Leon.Sizzling Scarlet HeroEarn an S rank with Claire.
Broken Umbrella
See the true ending.A Great Need for a ShowerEscape the sewers.Gotcha!Beat G Stage 2 using the crane just once.Grim Reaper
Finish The 4th Survivor scenario.
Hide and SeekFinish Sherry's section.Hack CompleteFinish Ada's section.In the Blink of an Eye
Beat Super Tyrant with five minutes to spare.One Slick Super-spyFinish Ada's section without using a weapon.Never-Ending RainEscape the police station.Path to the Goddess
Solve the Goddess Statue puzzle.Young Escapee
Escape the bedroom in 60 seconds or less during Sherry's section.Welcome to the City of the DeadEnter the police station.With Time to SpareBeat G Stage 4 with four minutes left until detonation.Got 'Em
Destroy every bobblehead hidden in The Ghost Survivors mode.Hell of a SheriffFinish the No Way Out scenario.