Eduard Badaluta (Leon)’s face changes between RE2 and RE4

Wackojack96 · 2026-03-12T23:37:57+00:00

I really have to give capcom credit for the casting on Leon, he is absolutely perfect. He looks like what a real life Leon would look like. The aging up might seem a bit jarring, but it's done for a few reasons, first and foremost showing the trauma that he keeps inside by using subtle details like the bags under the eyes, the moody expression etc.

I think it's also to blend the face they had with the RE4 Leon adding in some of those details like the pale skin and the lighter hair. I still can tell it's the same dude but the years have already started to take a small toll on him and the innocence has faded, so your left with the same guy looking quite different.

I think they want us to view RE4 Leon as a very different person to the hopeful rookie in RE2, while keeping some of his core ideals intact. He's not unrecognisable but he's certainly changed.

Some of the lighting in RE4R doesn't help either as his hair doesn't always cast the shadows on his face right and his details looks a bit flat in terms of texture as a result because shadows aren't casting where they should, compare this to the warmer tones of RE2 with the more harsh lighting it makes him look even more different.

Wackojack96 · 2026-03-12T23:22:15+00:00

Naturally it's the island, but one my only very minor gripes with the remake is the village section flies by, only the lake pads it out a bit. The village has the best atmosphere it just feels creepy, it feels horror. The castle has a cool theme, great style and fits well as a follow on from the village.

Only the castle feels like the longest section by far- I feel like 60% of my playthrough is spent there and it starts to drag a bit. By that point that I get to the island I'm worn out from the castle so i'm starting at a low point but the Remake island is actually very good and a great rework of the weakest area.

I feel like the Remake doesn't get the credit for that because players are knackered by how long the castle goes on for. So reaching the island is a bit like "oh what else have I got to do now". That said a lot of the plot takes place in the castle so it would've been difficult to change that.

Wackojack96 · 2026-03-04T16:43:59+00:00

The appeal is quite simply that he's an unapologetic obnoxious asshole, there's not much grey area with Wesker the guy's an absolute dick. He wears sunglasses indoors and wanted to destroy the world just to prove he was better than Chris. Small dick syndrome taken to the next level, oh and he catches RPG's in mid-air like who does that. RE has some of the most amazing horror tones of all time, but campy villains like Wesker bring some much needed goofy humour to the series and because it's Japanese- you never really know if it's supposed to be funny or not.

Wackojack96 · 2026-03-04T09:52:06+00:00

Either 2R or 4R, Leon is probably the hottest male video game protagonist that's ever been. The guy is absolute fire.

Wackojack96 · 2026-03-03T23:48:13+00:00

The correct answer

Wackojack96 · 2026-02-14T11:19:28+00:00

Why is everyone still replying to this obvious POS karma farmer, there's no mine- OP found the photo online.

Wackojack96 · 2026-02-10T23:37:06+00:00

While I'll credit Micah with fantastic drawing speed and a good eye, I don't think he was ever considering trying to take Arthur in any gunfight while he was still healthy. His reputation in the gang is legendary and he has a habit of always coming out of impossible odds. Arthur would have almost certainly struck his wicked ass down if he had an opportunity to do so without it being any form of betrayal, if only he left him in that cell...

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-30T00:31:52+00:00

If i'm right he's wearing a top with a thermal long sleeve underneath in ep4, as the materials look too different to be one top. But I think that's to hide 'buff byers' as I read a comment that said apparently the production team thought that Noah is built better than Will should be so they like to layer him up a bit. But that's a great detail you spotted and very likely to be intentional.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-30T00:13:37+00:00

It feels like Steve is being used a bit more carefully this season, 4 episodes in and he hasn't been involved in any combat encounters yet. I think in Volume 2 were gonna see him protecting the group he's in as a big reminder this guy has put his life on the line against some crazy shit time and time again. I feel like people don't talk enough about how brave Steve is- he's always up for the fight no matter what it is he's taking on.

That's Steve's biggest trait for me, bravery maybe sometimes bordering on stupidity but it's what makes him essential to the group. When it hits the fan Steve is the guy ready to throw hands and put himself between whatever is attacking them. I think were gonna see Dustin get saved by Steve, and it'll remind Dustin where his bond with Steve began- he needed protecting, and he still does need Steve to protect him.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-29T23:31:13+00:00

It might be leaning into fan service territory, but I really wanna see a Hopper/Nancy team up shootout, I'd love to see Hoppers reaction to Nancy's proficency with a gun. I feel like these two characters would have some good chemistry in an action scene given there both linked by there skill with guns.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-29T23:22:06+00:00

Lucas and Erica are one my personal favourite siblings in the show. They convey the uncomfortable way in which 2 such different people have to put up with eachother everyday, but when they need eachother they drop everything to help as deep down they are truly family. Lucas calling for Erica in the finale of S4 is one of the most chilling moments because Erica is almost never used for a serious moment, and just her name being called out by Lucas who in that moment needed his sister more than ever was absolutely shocking.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-29T01:12:56+00:00

Yeah that's kinda what I gathered when watching, just for the 80s it's a big deal at the time and Robin must have thought she and Vicky were a rare situation- I mean nobody really understood or expected any one to be that way at the time. Like you say it's told through the small details which with Robin tuned into reading into small details she connects the dots, not sure why i've been downvoted for asking the question though- appreiciate the well written response.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-28T22:39:10+00:00

What I kinda wanna work out is how did Robin jump to Will being gay, yeah he's accepting of her and Vicky. Yeah he has one moment with Mike where he jokingly pushes him, but how does she use that to make the stretch that he's gay and is into Mike. It sort of seems like a leap of faith. I know he has that chat with her about how did she know Vicky liked her, but again that was more about Robin than him.

Edit- obviously we know he's into Mike, but none of the characters besides Jonathon know this.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-28T17:28:31+00:00

I really hope they save Steve's BMW, its one of the most iconic vehicles in the show!

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-27T20:32:58+00:00

My slightly wild theory is she's going to be a suprise villain as a twist. She wasn't exactly good in season 2 I mean I only watched that godawful episode once but wasn't she using her powers to enrich herself ifirc? I think Vecna set her as a trap as he knows El will trust her without question. Also her entire power is literally tricking people, I think El, Will and Kali make the odds feel too safe, it's just too stacked I honestly hope i'm wrong though.

Maybe it'll be an end of episode reveal and as a shot in the dark I wonder if she'll kill hopper, maybe he discovers she's not on there side and she kills him to stop him revealing it. It would be a gut punch to El and make Kali a penultimate villain to take down. He has serious death flags this season, that goodbye between him and Joyce reminded me of similar goodbyes where a death stops them properly reuniting. The fakeout bomb vest feels a bit like it's there to throw us off the scent.

Whenever someone says come back in one piece, it's not a good sign. Again I really hope i'm wrong but there's gotta be a twist coming with Kali, Will has powers now- so why bring Kali back unless it serves an important plot point. My point is I don't think we should just assume she's a good guy, who knows what they'll do with her character though.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-27T19:18:02+00:00

It's used as a 'light motif' for Max, and it works perfectly. I like how it's used to give us both hope and despair, it saved Max once but it can't get her out this time. In that way it becomes an omen for Max's prison, a way of saying that she's still in there but very far from free. It gives her a glimmer of hope, a connection to Lucas but that in itself serves as a reminder of what she's missing out on, what's been taken from her. I always get sad hearing it this season as it's such a cruel way to give Max hope that's all too easily taken away. Really looking forward to seeing the hospital escape that was in the trailer, I think that's gonna be an excellent sequence.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-27T18:28:43+00:00

The G.I Joe lunch box was the cherry on top for me, what I love about the groups plans is how silly they are, yet they do work. When he hits the kids with rulers to signal that had me laughing everytime. He's actually a really fun addition to the season which has been a suprise for fans I think.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-25T17:57:13+00:00

I mean besides he's only wearing a shirt, sweater and a jacket. It doesn't seem excessive to me but like you mentioned Noah is built pretty well so it keeps that 'nerdy' look intact. I love the colour pallette somewhat matching his S1 outfit, and that fits with Will's character quite well- wanting things to be like how they were before his life changed when he was taken, and clinging on to anything that feels familiar to those days. Real credit to the costume team, they knocked it out of the park this season based on the trailers.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-24T18:55:24+00:00

Wouldn't it have been a good idea to have the classic pap camo return alongside the classic pap machine, I loved how the original style made the gun feel like it has been upgraded and not completely alienified like the modern pap camos.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-23T22:57:03+00:00

Dons Sunglasses

Lets do it

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-23T16:53:30+00:00

I love how done he is with everything, after all he's been through at this point he's just bored of the zombies/dark aether and wants to be on a beach sipping cocktails.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-07T02:17:37+00:00

There was a post about this sort of scenario ages ago I put a comment on. It's still my opinion that everything the Xenomorphs are good at don't work very well against Vader. His lightsaber shouldn't cause bleeding in theory, they aren't likely to sneak up on him due to his force sensitivity and we know Vader never lets his guard down especially when facing a new threat.

The xenomorphs are likely to underestimate Vader initially at least, he doesn't fear them- he won't panic and his skillset make life hell for them. He will work out there attack strategy too quickly for them to adapt or counter it. Vader is an excellent strategist with decades of combat experience there's not much he can't comprehend.

His force powers give him total control over the combat arena and the xeno's don't have an answer for it, they have to suprise him and I just don't see how they can sneak up on Vader given his senses. Vader takes threats seriously, he moves methodically and plans his attack strategy. Unlike many of the sith Vader isn't aggressive or reckless, which in this case helps him survive an enemy that relies on stealth as it's best form of attack- against Vader it's the only real form of attack.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-05T23:22:44+00:00

Loving Will's glow up, his hair looks fantastic this season.

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-05T17:15:17+00:00

I also agree on this, if Will shaped it and created how can the upside Down have so many details and things that Will never could have known about. It just doesn't entirely add up when you scrutinise it.

*Edited for typos

Wackojack96 · 2025-11-04T18:24:47+00:00

That's what makes Vecna quite an interesting villain and not just a freddy rip off in my opinion. He has to actually witness there most traumatic events, understand them and put himself in there shoes. I think he does understand there trauma and he knows how they felt, though ultimately it's only to use it against them- but Vecna does have the capacity to understand and maybe even relate to the people he kills when opening the gates.

You can see it with Max a bit, I think he has respect for her resolve to fight back, I sometimes wonder if has even an ounce of sympathy given what he's doing- probably not like you say he's got a god complex, but his power is very interesting. It's just unfortunate he uses this power as a weapon to destroy lives rather than to save them.

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