Resident Evil 3 remake is looking to be quite a reimagining of the PS1 original, so it's no surprise that some mechanics from that game won't be returning. Similar to last year's Resident Evil 2 remake, Capcom is taking creative liberties with RE3 in both its source material's story and mechanics.
One particular omission in the upcoming remake is Live Selection, a system from the original where you're forced to decide between two choices within a limited time that would alter your approach to a dangerous situation.
During a recent interview with GameSpot, RE3 co-producer Pete Fabiano explained that the decision to remove Live Selection was to ensure a more authored experience. "So with this [remake], the director wanted to tell a consistent story with Jill, and how she and Carlos overcome Nemesis and eventually escape Raccoon City," said Fabiano. "We just wanted to keep it cohesive, so that you'll have a singular, more consistent narrative throughout."
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