Resident Evil 0 Wiki

Classic Survival Horror

A complete Resident Evil 0 wiki covering characters, story, weapons, items, enemies, puzzles, walkthroughs, bosses, and gameplay mechanics.

2002 Original Release2 Playable Characters4 Major Platforms1 Main Campaign

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Your Resident Evil 0 Journey

1

Beginner Guide

Learn partner zapping, the drop-anywhere item system, herb mixing, combat basics, and saving before you board the Ecliptic Express.

2

Character Roles

See what Rebecca Chambers and Billy Coen each do best, from herb mixing and puzzle items to heavy lifting and shotgun duty.

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Partner Zapping & Inventory

Master the two-character swap, six-slot inventories, and the floor-drop storage that replaces item boxes in Resident Evil 0.

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Boss & Combat Guide

Prep for the Leech humanoid, Infected bat, giant spider, Prototype Tyrant, and the two-phase final boss with the right weapons.

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Resident Evil 0 Achievement Guide: Full Trophy Roadmap, Tips & Leech Hunter Strategy

A complete Resident Evil 0 achievement guide: difficulty roadmap, Leech Hunter tips, Wesker Mode unlocks, and the fastest route to 100% completion.

Resident Evil 0 Beginner Guide: Partner Swaps, Item Drops, and Survival Tips

A practical Resident Evil 0 beginner guide covering the partner swap system, no item boxes, herb mixing, ammo discipline, and boss prep.

Resident Evil 0 Guide: Partner Zapping, Item Drops, and Every Major Boss

A complete Resident Evil 0 guide covering the Partner Zapping System, item dropping, herb mixing, boss strategies, and unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Laboratory Walkthrough: Survive the Final Lab and Queen Leech Fight

A complete Resident Evil 0 laboratory walkthrough: prep checklist, stage-by-stage route, leech enemy tactics, the Tyrant prototype, and the Queen Leech.

Resident Evil 0 Trophy Guide: Platinum Roadmap, Hard Mode Tips, and Leech Hunter Help

A complete Resident Evil 0 trophy guide: platinum roadmap, Hard mode strategy, Leech Hunter cleanup, Wesker Mode, and speed-run routing tips.

Resident Evil 0 Walkthrough Train Guide: Every Car, Puzzle, and Boss on the Ecliptic Express

A Resident Evil 0 walkthrough train guide: car-by-car objectives, partner zapping tips, item management, and how to survive the Ecliptic Express.

Resident Evil 0 Walkthrough: Complete Guide to the Train, Training Facility, and Final Boss

A full Resident Evil 0 walkthrough covering the Ecliptic Express, partner swapping, item management, every boss fight, and all unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Animal Puzzle Guide: Statues, Crests, and Creature-Themed Riddles

Solve every Resident Evil 0 animal puzzle: creature-themed statues, crests, and locks explained, with tips for Rebecca and Billy's toughest riddles.

Resident Evil 0 Chess Puzzle Guide: Solve the Chessboard Riddle Fast

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 chess puzzle? Learn how the chessboard riddle works, how to prep Billy and Rebecca, and the mistakes that cost you runs.

Resident Evil 0 Clock Puzzle Guide: Clues, Steps, and Partner Tips

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 clock puzzle? Get the clue-hunting method, step-by-step hand settings, partner zapping tips, and fixes for common mistakes.

Resident Evil 0 Puzzle Solutions: Every Major Brain-Teaser and How to Beat It

A complete walkthrough of Resident Evil 0 puzzle solutions, from the train's ring lock to lab valves, plus partner-swap tips that save time.

Resident Evil 0 Statue Puzzle Guide: Solve the Training Facility Statue Lock

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 statue puzzle? Learn how the statue lock works, how to prep your partner, and the mistakes that force a long backtrack.

Resident Evil 0 Train Brake Code: How to Solve the Ecliptic Express Brake Puzzle

Stuck on the Ecliptic Express? Here's how the Resident Evil 0 train brake code puzzle works, what to collect first, and the mistakes that stall players.

Resident Evil 0 Water Treatment Plant Puzzle Guide: Valves, Water Levels, and Safe Routes

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 water treatment plant puzzle? Learn the valve logic, item-drop strategy, and enemy routes that get you through fast.

Resident Evil 0 Herbs Guide: Every Mix, Combo, and Inventory Tip

Master Resident Evil 0 herbs: all green, red, and blue mix combos, who can combine them, and how to stash them with no item box.

Resident Evil 0 Hookshot Guide: Location, Uses, and Inventory Tips for Every Player

The Resident Evil 0 Hookshot is a must-carry key item. Learn where to find it, which gaps it solves, and how to manage its inventory cost.

Resident Evil 0 Ink Ribbon Guide: Save Smart, Carry Less, Survive Longer

Master the Resident Evil 0 ink ribbon system with save strategies, inventory tips, and difficulty breakdowns for Rebecca and Billy's prequel nightmare.

Resident Evil 0 Inventory Guide: Slots, Drops, and Partner Swaps Explained

Master the Resident Evil 0 inventory: six slots per character, no item boxes, and a drop system that turns every room into storage.

Resident Evil 0 Items Guide: Inventory, Herbs, and Key Item Tips

A complete guide to Resident Evil 0 items: how the drop-anywhere system works, which herbs to mix, weapon picks, key items, and inventory tips.

Resident Evil 0 Weapons Guide: Every Gun, Ammo Type, and Unlockable Ranked

A complete breakdown of Resident Evil 0 weapons: handguns, shotgun, grenade launcher, hunting gun, magnum, ammo types, and unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Antagonist Guide: Dr. James Marcus, Queen Leech & Every Villain Explained

Meet every Resident Evil 0 antagonist — Dr. James Marcus, the Queen Leech, Wesker, Birkin, and the Proto Tyrant — with boss tips, lore, and a full roster.

Resident Evil 0 Billy Coen Explained: Backstory, Abilities, and His Unresolved Fate

Who is Billy Coen in Resident Evil 0? Explore his convict backstory, partner abilities, story ending, and why Capcom never brought him back.

Resident Evil 0 James Marcus: The Mad Scientist Behind the T-Virus Outbreak

A deep dive into Resident Evil 0 James Marcus — his leech experiments, his assassination, and the Queen Leech boss that brought him back.

Resident Evil 0 Protagonist Guide: Rebecca Chambers, Billy Coen, and Why Both Matter

Meet the Resident Evil 0 protagonist duo: Rebecca Chambers and Billy Coen. Their backstories, gameplay roles, and story impact explained in one guide.

Resident Evil 0 Rebecca Chambers Guide: Stats, Partner Tactics, and Survival Tips

A complete Resident Evil 0 Rebecca Chambers guide: her S.T.A.R.S. backstory, herb mixing skills, partner tactics with Billy Coen, and survival tips.

Resident Evil 0 Wesker Explained: Story Role, Wesker Mode, and Unlock Guide

Albert Wesker secretly drives Resident Evil 0's outbreak. Here's his story role, how Wesker Mode works in the HD remaster, and tips to unlock it fast.

Resident Evil 0 Difficulty Levels Explained: Easy, Normal, Hard & Wesker Mode

Compare all Resident Evil 0 difficulty levels — Easy, Normal, Hard, Wesker Mode, and Leech Hunter — with survival tips, rewards, and which mode to pick.

Resident Evil 0 Extra Game Modes: Leech Hunter, Wesker Mode & Unlockables

A complete guide to the Resident Evil 0 extra game content: how to unlock Leech Hunter and Wesker Mode, what they reward, and tips to clear them.

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter Guide: Leech Charms, Ranks, and Rewards Explained

A complete guide to Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter: how to unlock the mode, collect all 100 leech charms, survive the Leech Man, and earn every reward.

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter Rewards: How to Unlock Every Bonus and Infinite Ammo

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter rewards explained: how the graded bonus system works, what a perfect 100-charm run unlocks, and tips to get there.

Resident Evil 0 Unlockables Guide: Leech Hunter, Wesker Mode, and Unlimited Ammo

Every Resident Evil 0 unlockable explained: unlock Leech Hunter, hit the 100-leech tier for unlimited ammo, and play Wesker Mode in the HD Remaster.

Resident Evil 0 Wesker Mode: Abilities, Unlock Guide, and Tips for the Bonus Campaign

Wesker Mode in Resident Evil 0 HD Remaster explained: how to unlock it, Wesker's dash and Gaze of Destruction, difficulty tips, and trophy advice.

Resident Evil 0 Ending Explained: Queen Leech, Billy's Fate, and the RE1 Setup

A full breakdown of the Resident Evil 0 ending: the Queen Leech final boss, the Tyrant escape, Billy Coen's fate, and the epilogue that leads into RE1.

Resident Evil 0 Lore Explained: The Train, the Leeches, and the Birth of the T-Virus

Dive into Resident Evil 0 lore: the Ecliptic Express, James Marcus, the leech queen, Billy Coen, and how the prequel sets up the entire series timeline.

Resident Evil 0 Story Explained: Rebecca, Billy, and the Ecliptic Express

A complete Resident Evil 0 story explained guide: the Ecliptic Express, Rebecca and Billy Coen, Marcus's leeches, and how the prequel sets up the mansion incident.

Resident Evil 0 Story Explained: Rebecca, Billy, and the Train That Started It All

A full breakdown of the Resident Evil 0 story: the Ecliptic Express, Rebecca and Billy, Dr. Marcus, and how the prequel sets up the mansion incident.

Resident Evil 0 Timeline Explained: Where the Prequel Fits in the Series

A complete Resident Evil 0 timeline breakdown — key dates, locations, characters, and exactly where the 1998 prequel fits in the series chronology.

Resident Evil 0 Achievement Guide: Full Trophy Roadmap, Tips & Leech Hunter Strategy

A complete Resident Evil 0 achievement guide: difficulty roadmap, Leech Hunter tips, Wesker Mode unlocks, and the fastest route to 100% completion.

Resident Evil 0 Beginner Guide: Partner Swaps, Item Drops, and Survival Tips

A practical Resident Evil 0 beginner guide covering the partner swap system, no item boxes, herb mixing, ammo discipline, and boss prep.

Resident Evil 0 Guide: Partner Zapping, Item Drops, and Every Major Boss

A complete Resident Evil 0 guide covering the Partner Zapping System, item dropping, herb mixing, boss strategies, and unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Laboratory Walkthrough: Survive the Final Lab and Queen Leech Fight

A complete Resident Evil 0 laboratory walkthrough: prep checklist, stage-by-stage route, leech enemy tactics, the Tyrant prototype, and the Queen Leech.

Resident Evil 0 Trophy Guide: Platinum Roadmap, Hard Mode Tips, and Leech Hunter Help

A complete Resident Evil 0 trophy guide: platinum roadmap, Hard mode strategy, Leech Hunter cleanup, Wesker Mode, and speed-run routing tips.

Resident Evil 0 Walkthrough Train Guide: Every Car, Puzzle, and Boss on the Ecliptic Express

A Resident Evil 0 walkthrough train guide: car-by-car objectives, partner zapping tips, item management, and how to survive the Ecliptic Express.

Resident Evil 0 Walkthrough: Complete Guide to the Train, Training Facility, and Final Boss

A full Resident Evil 0 walkthrough covering the Ecliptic Express, partner swapping, item management, every boss fight, and all unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Animal Puzzle Guide: Statues, Crests, and Creature-Themed Riddles

Solve every Resident Evil 0 animal puzzle: creature-themed statues, crests, and locks explained, with tips for Rebecca and Billy's toughest riddles.

Resident Evil 0 Chess Puzzle Guide: Solve the Chessboard Riddle Fast

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 chess puzzle? Learn how the chessboard riddle works, how to prep Billy and Rebecca, and the mistakes that cost you runs.

Resident Evil 0 Clock Puzzle Guide: Clues, Steps, and Partner Tips

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 clock puzzle? Get the clue-hunting method, step-by-step hand settings, partner zapping tips, and fixes for common mistakes.

Resident Evil 0 Puzzle Solutions: Every Major Brain-Teaser and How to Beat It

A complete walkthrough of Resident Evil 0 puzzle solutions, from the train's ring lock to lab valves, plus partner-swap tips that save time.

Resident Evil 0 Statue Puzzle Guide: Solve the Training Facility Statue Lock

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 statue puzzle? Learn how the statue lock works, how to prep your partner, and the mistakes that force a long backtrack.

Resident Evil 0 Train Brake Code: How to Solve the Ecliptic Express Brake Puzzle

Stuck on the Ecliptic Express? Here's how the Resident Evil 0 train brake code puzzle works, what to collect first, and the mistakes that stall players.

Resident Evil 0 Water Treatment Plant Puzzle Guide: Valves, Water Levels, and Safe Routes

Stuck on the Resident Evil 0 water treatment plant puzzle? Learn the valve logic, item-drop strategy, and enemy routes that get you through fast.

Resident Evil 0 Herbs Guide: Every Mix, Combo, and Inventory Tip

Master Resident Evil 0 herbs: all green, red, and blue mix combos, who can combine them, and how to stash them with no item box.

Resident Evil 0 Hookshot Guide: Location, Uses, and Inventory Tips for Every Player

The Resident Evil 0 Hookshot is a must-carry key item. Learn where to find it, which gaps it solves, and how to manage its inventory cost.

Resident Evil 0 Ink Ribbon Guide: Save Smart, Carry Less, Survive Longer

Master the Resident Evil 0 ink ribbon system with save strategies, inventory tips, and difficulty breakdowns for Rebecca and Billy's prequel nightmare.

Resident Evil 0 Inventory Guide: Slots, Drops, and Partner Swaps Explained

Master the Resident Evil 0 inventory: six slots per character, no item boxes, and a drop system that turns every room into storage.

Resident Evil 0 Items Guide: Inventory, Herbs, and Key Item Tips

A complete guide to Resident Evil 0 items: how the drop-anywhere system works, which herbs to mix, weapon picks, key items, and inventory tips.

Resident Evil 0 Weapons Guide: Every Gun, Ammo Type, and Unlockable Ranked

A complete breakdown of Resident Evil 0 weapons: handguns, shotgun, grenade launcher, hunting gun, magnum, ammo types, and unlockables.

Resident Evil 0 Antagonist Guide: Dr. James Marcus, Queen Leech & Every Villain Explained

Meet every Resident Evil 0 antagonist — Dr. James Marcus, the Queen Leech, Wesker, Birkin, and the Proto Tyrant — with boss tips, lore, and a full roster.

Resident Evil 0 Billy Coen Explained: Backstory, Abilities, and His Unresolved Fate

Who is Billy Coen in Resident Evil 0? Explore his convict backstory, partner abilities, story ending, and why Capcom never brought him back.

Resident Evil 0 James Marcus: The Mad Scientist Behind the T-Virus Outbreak

A deep dive into Resident Evil 0 James Marcus — his leech experiments, his assassination, and the Queen Leech boss that brought him back.

Resident Evil 0 Protagonist Guide: Rebecca Chambers, Billy Coen, and Why Both Matter

Meet the Resident Evil 0 protagonist duo: Rebecca Chambers and Billy Coen. Their backstories, gameplay roles, and story impact explained in one guide.

Resident Evil 0 Rebecca Chambers Guide: Stats, Partner Tactics, and Survival Tips

A complete Resident Evil 0 Rebecca Chambers guide: her S.T.A.R.S. backstory, herb mixing skills, partner tactics with Billy Coen, and survival tips.

Resident Evil 0 Wesker Explained: Story Role, Wesker Mode, and Unlock Guide

Albert Wesker secretly drives Resident Evil 0's outbreak. Here's his story role, how Wesker Mode works in the HD remaster, and tips to unlock it fast.

Resident Evil 0 Difficulty Levels Explained: Easy, Normal, Hard & Wesker Mode

Compare all Resident Evil 0 difficulty levels — Easy, Normal, Hard, Wesker Mode, and Leech Hunter — with survival tips, rewards, and which mode to pick.

Resident Evil 0 Extra Game Modes: Leech Hunter, Wesker Mode & Unlockables

A complete guide to the Resident Evil 0 extra game content: how to unlock Leech Hunter and Wesker Mode, what they reward, and tips to clear them.

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter Guide: Leech Charms, Ranks, and Rewards Explained

A complete guide to Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter: how to unlock the mode, collect all 100 leech charms, survive the Leech Man, and earn every reward.

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter Rewards: How to Unlock Every Bonus and Infinite Ammo

Resident Evil 0 Leech Hunter rewards explained: how the graded bonus system works, what a perfect 100-charm run unlocks, and tips to get there.

Resident Evil 0 Unlockables Guide: Leech Hunter, Wesker Mode, and Unlimited Ammo

Every Resident Evil 0 unlockable explained: unlock Leech Hunter, hit the 100-leech tier for unlimited ammo, and play Wesker Mode in the HD Remaster.

Resident Evil 0 Wesker Mode: Abilities, Unlock Guide, and Tips for the Bonus Campaign

Wesker Mode in Resident Evil 0 HD Remaster explained: how to unlock it, Wesker's dash and Gaze of Destruction, difficulty tips, and trophy advice.

Resident Evil 0 Ending Explained: Queen Leech, Billy's Fate, and the RE1 Setup

A full breakdown of the Resident Evil 0 ending: the Queen Leech final boss, the Tyrant escape, Billy Coen's fate, and the epilogue that leads into RE1.

Resident Evil 0 Lore Explained: The Train, the Leeches, and the Birth of the T-Virus

Dive into Resident Evil 0 lore: the Ecliptic Express, James Marcus, the leech queen, Billy Coen, and how the prequel sets up the entire series timeline.

Resident Evil 0 Story Explained: Rebecca, Billy, and the Ecliptic Express

A complete Resident Evil 0 story explained guide: the Ecliptic Express, Rebecca and Billy Coen, Marcus's leeches, and how the prequel sets up the mansion incident.

Resident Evil 0 Story Explained: Rebecca, Billy, and the Train That Started It All

A full breakdown of the Resident Evil 0 story: the Ecliptic Express, Rebecca and Billy, Dr. Marcus, and how the prequel sets up the mansion incident.

Resident Evil 0 Timeline Explained: Where the Prequel Fits in the Series

A complete Resident Evil 0 timeline breakdown — key dates, locations, characters, and exactly where the 1998 prequel fits in the series chronology.

What is Resident Evil 0?

Resident Evil 0 is a survival horror game from Capcom and a prequel to the original Resident Evil. Set in 1998, it follows S.T.A.R.S. medic Rebecca Chambers and escaped convict Billy Coen as they uncover the truth behind the Umbrella Corporation's experiments.

The HD Remaster modernizes the classic experience with updated visuals, widescreen support, and additional content such as Wesker Mode. Our wiki covers every area, puzzle, weapon, and boss with detailed guides and reference tables.

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Developer

Capcom

Platform

PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo

Genre

Survival Horror

Original Release

2002

Playable Characters

Rebecca & Billy

Main Campaign

1

Bonus Mode

Wesker Mode

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Master Resident Evil 0 with essential walkthroughs, character and weapon references, puzzle solutions, boss strategies, and completionist guides.

Resident Evil 0 Beginner Guide

An accessible starting guide covering partner zapping, the no-item-box inventory, herb mixing, combat basics, saving, and survival tips.

1Swap control between Rebecca and Billy with the partner zapping button
2Drop items anywhere and remember each stash, because Resident Evil 0 has no item boxes
3Let Rebecca mix herbs and handle puzzle items while Billy moves heavy objects
4Conserve handgun ammo and pick fights you can win on the Ecliptic Express
5Save at typewriters with ink ribbons, since the game has no autosaves
6Keep two inventory slots free for puzzle items that appear without warning
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Resident Evil 0 Walkthrough

A complete route through the Ecliptic Express, training facility, and underground laboratory with key objectives, items, and boss encounters.

TrainEcliptic Express cars, the ring lock, and the brake sequence
FacilityTraining facility puzzles, the Infected bat, and the giant spider
LaboratoryUnderground lab, Prototype Tyrant, and the final boss
EndgameQueen Leech showdown, escape route, and ending
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Resident Evil 0 Characters

Introduces Rebecca Chambers and Billy Coen, their different gameplay roles, and when character switching matters most.

RebeccaS.T.A.R.S. medic who mixes herbs and carries puzzle items
BillyEx-Marine bruiser who moves heavy objects and fires the shotgun
VillainsJames Marcus, Queen Leech, and the origins of the T-Virus
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Resident Evil 0 Weapons and Items

A practical reference for weapons, ammunition, healing items, key items, and inventory management without item boxes.

HandgunCommon ammo and the baseline weapon for clearing rooms
ShotgunClose-range crowd control, best carried by Billy
MagnumRare boss killer; save it for the Prototype Tyrant
HookshotKey item and traversal tool; losing it stalls the mid-game
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Resident Evil 0 Puzzle Guide

Every important puzzle solution with the required items, switches, combinations, and character interactions.

Ring LockInsert the Gold and Silver Rings together on the Ecliptic Express
ChessSolve the chessboard riddle in the training facility
ClockSet the laboratory clock using the file clues
StatuesStatue and animal crest locks in the training facility
ValvesRoute the water treatment plant valves and levels
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Resident Evil 0 Boss Guide

Tactics, recommended weapons, positioning, and resource management for every major boss encounter.

S Tier

Prototype Tyrant: save magnum and grenade rounds, then punish the charge

A Tier

Final boss Queen Leech: two-phase fight, bring maximum healing

B Tier

Infected bat: dodge the swoops and unload during landing windows

C Tier

Leech humanoid: keep your distance, circle, and use handgun or shotgun

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Resident Evil 0 Achievements

Every achievement and trophy with concise requirements to help completionists unlock them all.

StoryComplete the campaign on any difficulty
HardClear Hard mode for the difficulty trophies
LeechLeech Hunter charms, ranks, and bonus rewards
WeskerFinish Wesker Mode and bonus-weapon cleanup
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Resident Evil 0 Wesker Mode

How the HD Remaster's Wesker Mode differs from the standard campaign, including abilities and practical tips.

UnlockClear the main story once on any difficulty
DashHigh-speed charge that knocks back enemies in his path
GazeCharged red-eye blast for leech and Eliminator crowds
TipsUse abilities to skip fights and save ammo for bosses
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about Resident Evil 0.

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From the Ecliptic Express to the laboratory, our community wiki covers every puzzle, boss, weapon, and secret in Resident Evil 0.