Q: Does this update work on Windows 10/11?
A: Yes. Tested on Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 23H2. Run as administrator for first launch.
Q: Can I transfer my save from an older CODEX release?
A: Possibly. Save files are usually in %PUBLIC%\Documents\Steam\CODEX\883710\remote. But v20191218 may corrupt earlier saves. Back up first.
Q: Does it include "Ghost Survivors" No Way Out mode?
A: Yes. The December 2019 patch includes the final "No Way Out" scenario (originally added in April 2019). resident evil 2 update v20191218 incl dlccodex hot
Q: Why is the file called "hOt" or "HOT"?
A: Scene groups sometimes mark a second, corrected release as "HOT" to indicate it's the fixed, preferred version over a previous "PROPER" or "READNFO" release.
Q: Can I replace the crack with a different one (e.g., ALI213, PLAZA)?
A: Possibly, but not recommended. CODEX’s emulator is finely tuned to the v1.04 executable. Q: Does this update work on Windows 10/11
Assuming you have either:
After applying the v20191218 update (or installing the pre-packaged release), the in-game version will read as: Assuming you have either: After applying the v20191218
You can verify this in the main menu under "Options > Game Settings > Version Information."
Despite being a "hot" fixed release, users reported minor issues:
By December 2019, the following substantial content had been released:
| DLC / Update Name | Type | Release Date | Description | |-------------------|------|--------------|-------------| | Extra DLC Pack | Paid | Jan 25, 2019 | Includes Samurai Edge (Albert, Chris, Jill models), original soundtrack swap, and the "Elza Walker" costume. | | The Ghost Survivors | Free | Feb 15, 2019 | Three "what-if" scenarios: No Time to Mourn (Robert Kendo), Runaway (Katherine), Forgotten Soldier (Ghost). Later added a fourth: No Way Out (Hunk’s scenario). | | 98 Classic Costume Pack | Paid | Feb 15, 2019 | Classic low-poly models for Leon (RPD uniform) and Claire (maker outfit). | | Texture Update / Performance Patches | Free | March–June 2019 | Improved DX11 rendering, fixed HDR, reduced stuttering on AMD CPUs, and improved load times. | | Update v1.04 (Official) | Free | Dec 18, 2019? | This is the key. Capcom’s official December 2019 patch (v1.04) focused on minor bug fixes, DirectX 12 improvements, and general stability. The CODEX v20191218 repack mirrors that official v1.04 update. |