Resident Evil Director's Cut (SLUS-00551) is a 1997 enhanced version of the original survival horror game developed by Shinji Mikami
for the PlayStation. This specific product ID refers to the original North American release, which is widely considered the definitive "non-DualShock" version because it retains the atmospheric original soundtrack by Makoto Tomozawa, unlike later "Greatest Hits" or DualShock re-releases. Quick Facts Release Date: September 30, 1997 (North America). Product ID: SLUS-00551. PlayStation (PS1). Key Inclusion:
Most original black-label copies included a playable demo disc for Resident Evil 2 New Gameplay Modes
The game introduced three distinct ways to play, selectable from the main menu: Arrange / Advanced Mode:
This is the core "Director's Cut" experience. It remixes the game by relocating items and enemies, adding new camera angles, and giving Chris and Jill new default outfits. Original Mode: Version del director de Resident Evil -SLUS-00551-
A port of the 1996 game. Notably, this version uses the Japanese difficulty balance, making it slightly easier than the original 1996 North American release by including and providing 3 Ink Ribbons per pickup instead of 2. Beginner Mode:
Designed for accessibility, it doubles the amount of ammo and ink ribbons found and increases the player's health and weapon damage. Exclusive Features Custom Beretta:
In Arrange Mode, the standard handgun is replaced by a "Beretta 92F Inox" with wood grips, which has a faster firing rate and a random chance to perform an instant-kill headshot. New Enemies: Features include a zombie version of Forest Speyer
on the balcony and "Hyper Zombies" that move faster and are more resilient. Visual Enhancements: Resident Evil Director's Cut (SLUS-00551) is a 1997
Several fixed camera angles were adjusted, particularly in the Mansion's main hall and during certain cutscenes, to provide a fresher perspective for returning players. Resident Evil Forums
What is the difference between resident evil and directors cut?
I believe you’re asking about the version or revision of the Resident Evil Director’s Cut for PlayStation 1, identifiable by its serial number SLUS-00551 (North American release).
Here is the detailed breakdown for that specific serial: No DualShock support (this came later with Director’s
SLUS-00551 corresponds to the original black-label release of Resident Evil: Director’s Cut (North America), version 1.0 (or 1.1 depending on internal tracking, but commonly labeled as v1.0).
SLUS-00551 followed by A (Disc 1) or B (Disc 2)SLUS-00551 and a suffix like P01, P02, or P03 — P01 tends to be the earliest pressing.As of 2025, a complete-in-box (CIB) copy of SLUS-00551 in excellent condition sells for:
If the listing includes the words "Version del Director" in a Spanish market (eBay Mexico, Mercado Libre), prices often drop slightly because sellers don't realize the US NTSC code is rarer there. You can sometimes snag a CIB copy for $70 USD.
Warning: Avoid "Greatest Hits" (green label) copies. They are identical in data to SLUS-00551 (they kept the clown music), but they are significantly less valuable to collectors. You want the original black label.
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