Absolutely the best Resident Evil game I've played ever and I have played and beating all of the RE games except Revelations 1 & 2.
Would definitely suggest playing through Resident Evil Biohazard before attempting RE Village since Biohazard leads directly into Village.
Just completed this game and couldnt be happier with the story and ending. Can't wait for the follow up!
Capcom really nailed it with RE Biohazard and Village!