The official GOG release is part of their , meaning it is DRM-free and specifically optimized to run on modern hardware without extra software.

If you are looking for the modern "HD" version (the 2002 remake), it is widely available as a separate product:

: Includes all four localizations, improved DirectX rendering, windowed mode, and full controller support. 2. Enhancing the Game with Mods

: You can find it on the Resident Evil GOG Store Page .

Whether you use the official GOG version or a legacy PC copy, fans have created massive "Remaster" mods to improve the 90s visuals:

: A free fan project that uses machine learning to upscale backgrounds and improve textures. You can download it at reshdp.com .

: Highly recommended for non-GOG PC versions to fix compatibility issues and bugs on modern Windows. 3. Resident Evil HD Remaster (2015)