In a surprising move, the Resident Evil Director’s Cut available on PS Plus Premium/Deluxe has been quietly updated. Previously, players in certain regions were stuck with the less desirable PAL version, but now there’s a new feature that’s causing excitement: the ability to switch to the NTSC version that’s enjoyed by gamers in the Americas.
Sony keeps pushing forward with enhancements to PS Plus classic games by introducing regional switching options. We first noticed this issue back in 2022 when various regions reported that PAL versions ran at slower speeds and lower frame rates compared to NTSC versions, impacting the gaming experience. Thankfully, Sony committed to addressing this, and it seems they are delivering on their promise.
The Resident Evil Director’s Cut is the latest game to be patched with this welcome change, a fact brought to light by a keen Reddit user, the_andshrew.
For those who aren’t subscribed to PS Plus Premium and have been holding out for the NTSC version, you can now buy it individually from the PlayStation Store. And here’s a tip for long-time fans: If you’ve previously purchased the game on platforms like PS3, PSP, or Vita, you might qualify for a complimentary upgrade. Just log into your account, head over to the game’s page on PS Store, and check if you’re eligible for a free download.
