Yes, I'd agree with the Max Payne style of story telling.
The mechanics are much better than RE. I don't think I really compare the game to RE at all. Eastern survival horror is different than Western survival horror (imo).
It's a beautiful looking game and plays really well. I got about a 1/4 in to it but then picked up pc gaming and haven't touched my console since. I wish AW would have been released on the pc as was originally intended.