In the original Resident Evil, players often notice a curious discrepancy: Chris Redfield begins his perilous journey without a pistol, whereas Jill Valentine is equipped with one from the outset. This notable difference in starting gear frequently puzzles fans, prompting the question: why is Chris unarmed?
Resident Evil 1: The Simple Reason Why Chris Redfield Starts Unarmed (While Jill Valentine Has a Gun)
By Finnegan Blackthorne
A Calgary-based gaming journalist with over seven years of experience covering the Canadian gaming landscape. Started his career documenting local gaming conventions before expanding into national industry coverage. Specializes in Canadian indie game development and emerging gaming technologies. His comprehensive reporting on prairie gaming culture and developer interviews has established him as a prominent voice in the Canadian gaming community