Resident Evil and the Official Call for "Game-Like" Pet Photos

Resident Evil: The Horror Survival Classic and an Unexpected Social Media Trend

When it comes to horror survival games, the first title that probably comes to everyone's mind is the legendary Resident Evil series. The games are not only terrifying but also capable of genuinely scaring players. If memory serves right, in the very first installment, the corridor to the right of the mansion is infamous for a jump scare involving zombie dogs bursting through the windows—an experience that likely startled many players during their initial playthroughs.

Interestingly, this topic recently took a lighter turn online. Instead of focusing on horror, the official Resident Evil account launched a social media campaign a few days ago asking fans to submit photos of their pets that look as if they "jumped straight out of a game". The pictures sought that eerie or wild expression single to certain animals that resemble the intense mood of the game.

The response was overwhelming. The official tweet went viral with 14 million views, over 100,000 likes, and more than 2,600 replies. Many users uploaded photos of their pets, ranging from cats and dogs to birds, all capturing that distinctive "game-like" craziness. Because there was no restriction on the type of pet, the comment section turned into a lively showcase of fur and feathers exhibiting lively or even frenzied looks.

A glimpse into the intersection of gaming culture and affectionate pet fandom, showing how even a series known for terror can spark communal joy.

Like this terrifying dog, some animals just look like they belong in Resident Evil.

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— 【公式】バイオハザード / RESIDENT EVIL PORTAL Official (@REBHPortal) July 11, 2025