Resident Evil 2 remake's '98 costumes are a blast from the past Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Resident Evil 2 remake's '98 costumes are a blast from the past PoLeon. News by Wesley Yin-Poole Deputy Editorial Director Updated on 16 Feb 2019 15 comments Capcom's released '98 costumes for both Leon and Claire to wear in the Resident Evil 2 remake - and they're as nostalgia-fuelled as you could hope for. Both costumes are a free download right now, and each turns Leon and Claire into their polygonal originals from the PSone era. Here's how Leon looks: And here's how Claire looks: Fans are already having fun replaying the game with these new retro threads. Expect plenty of polygon clipping, too, especially when you aim! It's cool Capcom made these costumes free to all players - and it's clear Capcom's social media team is fully aware of the memes that have emerged following the launch of the superb remake. In announcing the '98 costumes availability on Twitter, Capcom had a bit of fun referencing the Mr. X Gon' Give It to Ya meme. Knock knock open up the door, it's real – the '98 Classic costumes are available starting today as a free download on PS4, XB1, and Steam! pic.twitter.com/BOoUEzCLix- Resident Evil (@RE_Games) February 15, 2019 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings It's a cool time to be playing the Resident Evil 2 remake. Three bonus survivor modes went like for free this week, each telling the story of characters from the Resident Evil 2 universe. Meanwhile, I'm happy messing around with '98 costumes just for a laugh. Ah... the memories! Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 5 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Sennheiser's legendary HD 599 open-back headphones are just £70 at Amazon in the Prime Early Access Sale Comfortable with neutral sound and a wide sound stage. Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. 1 Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store