Resident Evil 2 is a survival horror game for the Sony PlayStation 1 that plunges players into the zombie-infested Raccoon City. As either Leon S. Kennedy, a rookie cop, or Claire Redfield, a college student searching for her brother, gamers navigate the claustrophobic corridors of the city's police department and other eerie locales. Featuring puzzles, resource management, and intense combat against grotesque creatures, the game's atmospheric tension and terrifying story make it a classic of the genre, emphasizing exploration and quick decision-making to survive the relentless horrors.