Fans revisit Code Veronica's campy voice acting ahead of remake

Capcom announced the Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake during Summer Game Fest 2026, prompting fans to revisit the 2000 Dreamcast original after 26 years. The reveal has renewed interest in the game's story and in whether updated gameplay and performances will change its tone.

Online clips have drawn attention to the original's often campy voice work, a reminder that performances were commonly rough in the late '90s and early '00s. Viewers should note that many of the highlighted scenes contain story spoilers. One clip spotlighted by horror creator DEERE has Claire accusing Alfred Ashford of being a "cross-dressing freak." Other compilations emphasize Alfred's extended sigh and Steve Burnside's bewildered reactions, while the most infamous scene shows Steve forced to shoot his father — a tragic moment undermined by an inappropriate tone.

Some fans want those comedic beats preserved, but others expect the remake to lean harder into scares.

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