
Sometimes the fear comes purely from the environment and sometimes it's paired with a well-placed monster lurking in just the right spot to make you jump out of your seat.

For survival horror fans, there is nothing more satisfying than entering a new area that is dripping with a well-crafted and terrifying atmosphere. Resident Evil's locations are just as pivotal a part of the game's overall entertainment and scare factor as anything else. Related: Scariest Opening Scenes In Horror Games

Since the first game's release in 1996, the series has introduced a variety of scary monsters and locations that have terrified audiences and caused many gamers to scream in fear. The Resident Evil series is responsible for the creation of the survival horror genre and has been a mainstay in popular gaming for over two decades.
