Resident Evil 4 Remake | iPhone 15 Pro Max

Gaming

We played Resident Evil 4 Remake on iPhone 15 Pro Max

Here’s how it went

Published

December 19, 2023

The iPhone 15 Pro Max made quite a buzz in its release when it declared that it can run AAA games. Apple has been making headway in the gaming space. We got to try it for ourselves by playing Resident Evil 4 Remake (RE4R) on an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Apple was kind enough to give us early access so we played a few hours of it. You’ll need 31GB of space to install the game. You’ll be given estimates on how long the download will take depending on your internet speeds. It took us a little over an hour.

How to play

To play, you simply need to purchase the game, download, install, and then you’re free to control Leon Kennedy in his mission to retrieve the president’s daughter.

You do have to go through a few settings first. To start you’ll be asked to adjust your display size and brightness. Depending on how you want to play, this will be very helpful.

If you’re playing just on the iPhone, you don’t have to adjust much. However, we tried hooking it up to an LG C2 TV via an HDMI adapter. It doesn’t fully cover the whole screen but you can increase the display area to minimize the black bars.

To start, the controls are displayed on the screen. For the best experience, use a bluetooth controller. By default, the on screen buttons display are using the PlayStation labels. That’s why we paired it with a DualSense controller and an Oivo controller phone clip mount.

Don’t fret though, you should be able to use it with whatever bluetooth controller you have lying around. You can dive into settings and change the displayed buttons.

Type A is PlayStation, Type B uses the Xbox orientation, while Type C follows the Nintendo orientation.

We also tried using the GameSir G8 Galileo mobile controller but it doesn’t support natively and we didn’t have the patience to map the buttons. In theory, you can use this, just have to go through the whole button mapping thing.

Graphics and performance

Now onto what you’re probably most curious about. What is gameplay like exactly? Honestly, it’s smooth and lag-free. Going into this, we expected plenty of frame drops and lags, but that isn’t the case at all. Which is important in an action-oriented horror game like Resident Evil 4 Remake.

If you’re playing in our recommended set-up: iPhone 15 Pro Max + Phone Clip + Controller, the experience is seamless. There’s zero lag input and you can easily react to what the game throws at you — which is plenty.

You’ll encounter plenty of jump scares and your aiming and quick trigger skills will be challenged. With game mechanics like this, it helps that the gameplay is smooth.

But with smooth gameplay comes lower resolution. This is the area where the iPhone 15 Pro Max sacrifices the most. This is most evident when we connected the iPhone to a larger display. It isn’t bad per se, it just isn’t meant for large format displays.

The graphics resolution is similar to low graphics settings in mobile and PC games. You lose some detail but it’s not so bad that it’ll be disorienting when you play. That’s especially true if you stick to smaller displays like the iPhone itself, a 12-inch iPad, or even perhaps a 15-16 inch external display. But anything beyond that and the experience isn’t optimal.

iPhone as the best gaming console?

Apple was subject to much ridicule online when it told IGN that they see the iPhone as “the best gaming console.” It’s a bold statement, sure. But with their A17 chip and the rest of the silicon chips equipped on their devices, they might be well on their way.

Think about it, no other smartphone maker has had the ability to run this caliber of a AAA game. At least, not yet. We’ve asked other gaming smartphone makers and they have confirmed that they are monitoring the situation.

For Apple, this is only the beginning in the steps they have to take when it comes to gaming. They have a huge mountain to climb before the general public takes them seriously in the gaming space, but they are most certainly headed in the right direction.

Resident Evil 4 Remake is on the App Store for US$ 60. It’s on pre-order as of writing and will be available to download on December 20.

Accessories

Genshin Impact DualSense controller coming in January

Sony, HoYoverse partner for better PlayStation 5 experience

Published

December 14, 2025

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Sony and HoYoverse have partnered for the Genshin Impact Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller.

The timing couldn’t have been better as Genshin Impact Version Luna III approaches PlayStation 5. There is a new 5-Star Pyro character in Durin, and a new story chapter set to take place in Nod-Krai.

The specially-designed controller features the popular open world RPG’s classic elements. It has an ethereal white, gold, and green palette.

It is also adorned with arcane glyphs of a fantasy realm, including emblems of Traveler Twins Aether and Lumine. Trusted companion guide, Paimon, is also present in the peripheral.

The controller will be available in these markets, with preorders now available in select retailers:

Singapore: SG$ 119
Malaysia: MYR 419
Philippines: PhP 4,890
Indonesia: IDR 1,549,000

Naturally, players can expect an immersive experience with the PlayStation 5 and DualSene controller combo.

There’s haptic feedback, support for 4K visuals, and lightning-fast load times, allowing players to continue exploring Teyvat and uncover its secrets.

For Sony, the collaboration is the latest in a long list of partnerships that more recently include the Ghost of Yōtei PS5 bundle, as well as the God of War, Death Stranding, and Fortnite edition controllers.

Meanwhile, for Genshin Impact, the controller succeeds recent tie-ups with Duolingo and UGREEN.

Gaming

CODE VEIN II: New characters, weapons unveiled in latest trailer

One-Armed Resurgence Offspring trailer reveals more

Published

December 14, 2025

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The One-Armed Resurgence Offspring trailer for upcoming game CODE VEIN II has been revealed.

Bandai Namco’s dramatic exploration action RPG is set to release on January 29, 2026 on PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S and the next day for PC (Steam).

The most recent trailer focuses on new characters, new fields and terrain, and new weapons. Among the new characters are Lyle McLeish, a young Revenant possessing exceptional swordsmanship talent.

He lost his life in a conflict, but was reborn as Revenant by Craig McLeish, leader of the Dawn Chorus. Driven out of his homeland, Craig formed the Dawn Chorus with the intent of reclaiming their homeland, the Corroded Scar.

He is joined by his group of armed fighters who continue their quest to make Corroded Scar their home. The area was once dangerous, with potent acid erupting from the surface. Its entrance is also firmly sealed, and only the abandoned outpost stands silently.

New weapons

In CODE VEIN II, there will be an assortment of weapons with different advantages and benefits. There’s the beginner-friendly One-Handed Sword for swift combo attacks, or the heavier Two-Handed Sword for devastating slashes that increase in power and reach.

Moreover, there’s the Twin Blades, a new weapon type which allows players to leverage mobility and inflict swift combos. There’s also the classic Bayonet so users can switch between close-range and long-range attacks.

Lastly, there’s the Rune Blades, Halberds, and Hammers. Each have their specialized techniques so players can turn the tide against enemies.

Revenants against the Resurgence

CODE VEIN II is set in a dystopian future wherein civilization has collapsed due to the Resurgence phenomenon. Humanity has only survived due to the immortal vampire-like creatures called the Revenants.

However, the sudden appearance of the Luna Rapacis has turned all Revenants into mindless cannibals, and set the world on a path to ruin.

As a Revenant Hunter, the protagonist has been tasked with saving the world, and together with a young girl, must embark on a journey 100 years into the past.

The game is a combination of exploration action. Players can venture through dangerous areas and tackle powerful foes alongside a partner in a bid to save the world from ruin.

Gaming

Phantom Blade Zero launching in September 2026; new trailer unveiled

Launch date revealed at TGA 2025

Published

December 14, 2025

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Phantom Blade Zero is officially launching on September 9, 2026. This worldwide release date was revealed during The Game Awards 2025.

Along with the release date announcement, another trailer has also been unveiled. The title will be available via PlayStation 5, Steam, and Epic Games.

The new trailer starts off with a first-person perspective of an unknown character being chased around a burning village. This figure is revealed later on carrying a baby. He finishes off those who tried to stop him from escaping.

Then, the trailer previews some of the other areas within the game’s world. It then cuts to the protagonist, Soul, in another round of fast-paced and exhilarating combat to showcase Phantom Blade Zero’s gameplay.

This part serves as a follow-up of what is known so far in terms of how players should utilize combos, parrying, blocking, and more abilities.

The electrifying combat scenes show Soul wielding even more various weapons. There were a long spear and a large mace to bludgeon opponents. Moreover, there was a scene that showed him finishing off a new enemy: a giant boss that had its own large axe.

The clip progressed with a bit of dialogue and narration. This is to refresh viewers about the game’s plot. Soul, of course, has 66 days left to live and must do everything in that span as he is also framed for murder by The Order.

Developed and published by S-GAME, the third-person action RPG has been in the works since 2022.

Prior, its Year of the Snake trailer previewed its gameplay mechanics, snake-themed weapons, ang boss fight. There, Soul squares off against several opponents, and utilizes combos while wielding swords.